IdahoMtnSpyder
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My observation and conversations with guys who do driver testing the situation is usually the exact reverse. Others know well before you do that it's time to quit driving.
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How old is to old to ryde a Spyder or a Ryker?
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IdahoMtnSpyder
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The day when your spouse, child, sibling, friend, or neighbor says, just as you getting ready to drive off, "No, let me drive." That's not to be confused with, "Would you like for me to drive?", or, "You want me to drive?" When you've reached the point of not safely driving a car, you've reached the point of not being able to safely ride a m/c.
ladygadget
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Just be honest with yourself and act accordingly. I think that's the best way. When people tell others what they shouldn't do or should do, it gets messy and confusing. If you know someone who is questionable, observe quietly. The worse part about getting older is losing your freedom to move about as you see fit.
007james
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You certianly are an inspiration to us Youngsters that are still riding! Thanks for letting us know, it ain’t over till they put the lid on our Cremation Urn or Coffin! I am 77, and am still riding my 2016 RT Limited, along with my 2009 Harley Heritage that I bought last June when my Spyder was tied up in the Shop for the Sproket/ Pulley Repair that took 2-1/2 months to finally get done. I had quit riding my 2002 Kawi Vulcan 1500 Classic that I had been riding since age 60, and was having knee problems, and traded it for a new 2012 RT Limited, at age 70, and put 55,400 miles on it before upgrading to the new 2016 RT Limited in April 2017, at age 76. My knees are still bad, but I can still hold up the Harley OK, but only One up. But again, your inspiration should motivate us Youngsters to keep on keeping on, as long as we can keep climbing up on the seat and are able to see the road! Realistically, I doubt I will still be riding my Harley at your age, if I make it that long, but my Spyder should still be manageable. Stay Well.
Bob Denman
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Triumphcycleman
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Our oldest Spyder customer is 93 years young and going strong!
Big F
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we have an 86 year "young" member of NISR (Nebraska Iowa Spyder Ryders) who annually goes on extended rides in excess of 5,000 miles.. matter of fact, he asked me if I was interested in riding with him this year.. I opted to not participate as I am 78 years "young" and didn't feel I was up to riding that distance in one outing.
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canamjhb
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I have been riding with a motorcycle gang here in Arizona since retiring in 05'. (Well, we've morfed into a tricycle gang) There is one couple, he is now 94 and she is 92, who still ride with us weekly. When we do 2-3 day trips they don't go. But daily rides are no problem. In fact, Tom (that's his name) has been a leader for desert 4 wheeling for over 25 years. He has lead me astray many times on his quad. Most of us have graduated from a quad to a side-be-side but Tom says he is too old to change. He just keeps leading us into near impossible places riding his quad. Hard to beat knowledge and experience..... Jim
bikerbillone
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Would that touring bike be a GW?
bikerbillone
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Wow, I'd like read about his rides, does have a vlog? I don't see many posts here about 5K mile Spyder trips, and I'd like to know more about those rides. I'm guess this old timer has a pull behind.
bikerbillone
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And so, which one do you like best, the Spyder or the GW Motor Trike?
starrider60
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Take your current age and add 15 years for a good rule of thumb and just keep adding until you feel comfortable :2thumbs:
bikerbillone
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Oh yeah, I am really down with that number.
pegasus1300
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I put the two wheeler out to pasture after a serious accident in 2011 when I was 66. I could no longer trust my situational awareness when on two wheels. I wasn't ready to pull my knees out of the breeze so I went to 3 wheels. For me the level of SA was not as great as for 2 wheels. I am now 72 and hope to continue riding for several more years. This last year I have realized how important personal conditioning is in order to have the mental and physical stamina necessary to ride longer distances. I hope I am aware enough to put the helmet and leathers away when the time comes, but until then I will continue to enjoy riding. Since you are asking the question I think you will know when it is time.
wanderingman
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I am 80+ yeas old. I recently drove a Honda CRV from Orlando to the center of Texas in 1.5 days. I drive Uber in the Orlando area to make the payments on my Spyder Rts. And yes I still ride my Rt. I believe physical age is not the factor it is mental age. My father in law was still driving safely into his mid 90's. I have a good friend in his mid 60's who can not drive long at all because it tires him mentally. Recently I stopped riding with a motorcycle club because when we ride close as is needed in a large group, I tend to come home very tired. I enjoy the ride but the stress of the closeness is too much. When I drive Uber I tend to drive the speed limit or slightly higher, but leave bigger gaps than in my younger days. In this way I do not obstruct other traffic and can drive in all types of traffic.
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