73 Year old rookie here

[JimFoy]

I've put 30,000 miles on two Spyders since I turned 70. And I plan to add at least another 30k over the next few years.

 

[wanderingman]

Old but not Dead

After 60+ years of riding I am now the Rookie it looks like!

Out for a drive (CAR) Sat a few towns away drove past a Can-Am dealer parked out front I see a White Spyder. The wife say " I sure miss riding I whsh I could still get on the Wing" (Due to back and leg problems she was unable to ride all of this year). Nest exit right turn another right turn one left and back at the dealer "What are we doing here" say she, I said come on I want to try something, Over to the RT (Used 17000 miles,Looks clean) I said I want you to sit on here, I don't have to be on it to hold it up while you get on,
Needless to say she did and we did.
Now after 60+ years of riding I have a lot to forget I found that real fast after a short 2 mile ride around the dealers area
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Dick
Boise,ID

I rode 2 wheelers for about 45 years. Started REAL young. Sold my last one in the late 1990's. Last April at 75 years old, I bought a new 2015 RTs. All I can say is it was one of the best decisions I have made recently. I truly believe the years I was not riding at all, made the transition to three wheels easier than for those who were riding 2 wheels one day and the next on 3 wheels. Both my wife and I love our Rt. In addition suggestions and comments on this site have been very helpful. Although I do miss leaning into the turns on 2 wheels, I believe that I enjoy twisties as much on the Spyder as on 2 wheels. Body lean instead of bike lean. Just different. My first rides on the Spyder, I was very tense, held on too tight. Came home with a serious backache. Thought I was going to be unable to ride without a back rest. Saw a lot of advice on this site regarding relaxing. Don't hang on so tight. It works. No more back ache. The ride has become as enjoyable, possibly more enjoyable than 2 wheels. After buying my :spyder2: my doctor wondered what happened to my blood pressure problem. It was now too low. Had to take me off of a med.:yes:

 

[Large1]

I rode 2 wheelers for about 45 years. Started REAL young. Sold my last one in the late 1990's. Last April at 75 years old, I bought a new 2015 RTs. All I can say is it was one of the best decisions I have made recently. I truly believe the years I was not riding at all, made the transition to three wheels easier than for those who were riding 2 wheels one day and the next on 3 wheels. Both my wife and I love our Rt. In addition suggestions and comments on this site have been very helpful. Although I do miss leaning into the turns on 2 wheels, I believe that I enjoy twisties as much on the Spyder as on 2 wheels. Body lean instead of bike lean. Just different. My first rides on the Spyder, I was very tense, held on too tight. Came home with a serious backache. Thought I was going to be unable to ride without a back rest. Saw a lot of advice on this site regarding relaxing. Don't hang on so tight. It works. No more back ache. The ride has become as enjoyable, possibly more enjoyable than 2 wheels. After buying my :spyder2: my doctor wondered what happened to my blood pressure problem. It was now too low. Had to take me off of a med.:yes:

I was able to put a tank through it the first day I brought it home. when the roads get clear I plan on riding the heck out of it. I too have to say I enjoyed the Spyder , It is a bunch of fun to Ride At this time have layed out a 8000 mile route for the ride in June.

 

[Large1]

I've put 30,000 miles on two Spyders since I turned 70. And I plan to add at least another 30k over the next few years.

I looks like I will be in your area mid June, Stopping to visit in Grand Prairie on my yearly ride.

 

[BigGuy66]

We also rode a big bike...

... a VTX 1800s and my 68-yr-old legs were having a little trouble riding 2-up... friend recommended Spyder RT... we both rode it once and then we spent some of the kids' inheritance, bought the Spyder and never looked back. Easy on, easy off and the missus says she is VERY comfortable and feels confidence that she didn't have our last couple of rides on the VTX... me too! Welcome to Spydering and the forum.
Jim

 

[Mr. White]

Triked my '02 Wing in '05 with a Motor Trike kit. Bought a 2011 RTS and then a 2014 RT-Ltd when the '15s came out. Kept my Wing as it runs like a hose. Love them both. Wing on the interstates, Spyder in the hill country. Did not start riding until 1948. Have ridden in many countries during my Air Force career. I won't be 85 until August 2017. They are talking 70 here Saturday, I guess I will join the Hill Country Road Riders for our Saturday ride.

:spyder2:

 

[robhowen]

Welcome!

Welcome aboard and good for both of you. Have fun, we sure do.
Rob

 

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