Hey Ya'll We Got A New Member! Lets welcome CaptnJim to SL

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[CaptnJim]

First post here...

Hi folks - CaptnJim here. (retired commercial boat captain) I am a long time rider, 56 years. All of it on two wheels. While buying another scoot last week, I sat on a Ryker at the dealership while they were preparing my paperwork. Interesting.

I will admit that I haven't had an interest in a 3-wheel bike, but this old dog can learn new tricks. I said the same thing 11 years ago, regarding scooters; but, a deteriorating hip led my wife to suggest that we get a couple small scooters. We have had a lot of motorcyles over the years (9 Harleys, 4 Goldwings, 2 BMWs, and a bunch of other bikes), but I was pretty sure I didn't want to be riding a scooter. So, we compromised... and I bought a pair of Honda PCX 150s. Turns out my wife was right (as usual), and we had a great time with those little scoots. A couple Vespa GTSes for me and a Yamaha Xmax for her. A new titanium hip and I could once again toss a leg over a motorcycle. I am currently riding a Honda CTX w/DCT. I relate all that so you know we are motorcycle enthusiasts and open to new rides.

I am not getting any younger (I know: none of us are). I have no balance issues. But, I was really intrigued by that Ryker I sat on. I signed up for the 3-Wheel Riders Course, sponsored by Can Am - the first opening they had was in April.

We recently moved to the Phoenix, AZ area (from south Texas), after years of urging from our daughter who lives here. We still travel 4 to 5 months per year, hauling our bikes in a cargo trailer behind our motorhome. Our days of long distance riding are behind us, but we enjoy taking the bikes to fun places to ride for day trips.

So, I am here to learn more about Can Am 3-wheelers. Not sure that I'm ready to make that move right now, but I am looking forward to that 2-day class to get some hands-on.

Best wishes,
Jim

 

[CopperSpyder]

Welcome to the forum CaptnJim. I hope you enjoy it. You can find lots of good information here on the different models of Spyders and Rykers in the different areas of the forum. The machines are a lot of fun and a real joy to ride. Look around do your research, lots of options to be had. I hope to see you around the forum soon. :2thumbs: