State Application Fee. The fee charged by the State, for a regular 4 year license is $140, and $70 for a 5 year renewal. Seniors (60 and over) and honorably discharged members of the U.S. Armed Forces receive a 50% discount. The State will waive the license fee for individuals currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Tail of the Dragon in the Smoky Mountains is a testing ground for motocyclists. Tail of the Dragon in the Smoky Mountains is a testing ground for motocyclists.
The section that is located beside Deals Gap on the North CarolinaâTennessee state line is known as The Dragon or The Dragon's Tail from its winding course. It is a popular motorcycle and sports car destination. This segment runs from Tab Cat Creek to Deals Gap and has about 318 curves.