How old is to old to ryde a Spyder or a Ryker?

[wyliec]

IdahoMtnSpyder,

I sent you a P.M., rather then say it here, and get someone's knickers in a knot. I actually think that (that) was what UtahPete may have been alluding too.

Pete, if you read this, I'm actually agreeing with you.

 

[Two cats]

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.

I completely agree. You will know when its time to give it up. Not when someone has to tell you. Life is short enough as it is. Just live it to the fullest and enjoy every moment. Happy Trails.:riding:

 

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

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.

That's right. That's why it can be very difficult for both parties to have the conversation. AARP and AAA have articles about how to handle the situation.

If you know someone who is questionable, observe quietly.

I you observe actual driving problems you have an obligation to report that to the person's doctor, or a responsible family member, or even an LEO.

The worse part about getting older is losing your freedom to move about as you see fit.

That is what gives rise to the great resistance people have about giving up driving, or even thinking about it.

I completely agree. You will know when its time to give it up. Not when someone has to tell you.

Be careful. That way of thinking is the first barrier to rationally addressing the issue of when it is time to quit driving.

 

[UtahPete]

I completely agree. You will know when its time to give it up. Not when someone has to tell you. Life is short enough as it is. Just live it to the fullest and enjoy every moment. Happy Trails.:riding:

If personal freedoms are to be taken seriously, then this has to be considered an acceptable risk to society (people driving past the point considered safe by others)

 

[MRH]

In California, my step father took at test at the doctor's to evaluate his ability to drive when it came under question. That is the most objective answer I can think of, and I would think that those kinds of tests are available in most states. That still assumes that you feel safe and in control.

 

[Two cats]

If personal freedoms are to be taken seriously, then this has to be considered an acceptable risk to society (people driving past the point considered safe by others)

Not to be rude or anything. But acceptable risk to society should start when your young also. I'd rather ride around with my 60, 70 and 80 year old bike riding friends that watch what's going on around them than be around people looking at their cell phones and blowing threw stop signs and red lights in a 2 1/2 ton car. In the past week I've almost been t-boned 4 times 5 times from some 20 and 30 something year old looking down at their phone. You do make a good point. But I wish there was a blocker on cells if your car is running the phone doesn't work.