Why I Quit Riding Motorcycles
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
- Any idea of why people would quit riding motorcycles? I have a few ideas so let's talk about that!
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Always great to see you out sir. I quit for 18 years when life just got in the way. When my wife past away about 3 years ago I had to get out of this house. It was going to be a boat, RV or motorcycle. As you know it was motorcycles. I bought 3 in 4 months and am so glad I picked "Black Betty" my 2020 Electra Glide. It has save me I do think. Be well sir, I appreciate you.
I didn't know about you wife, sorry for your loss, Bob.
@@TennRides Thank you sir.
@@bobnelson2499 You're welcome, my friend.
Bob - First of all, very sorry for your loss. Glad you are riding again and I sure hope to see you soon!
I have hit many speedbumps in 45 years of riding and over 1 million miles that made me stop and hesitate. For some unknown reason, I just kept doing it as the rewards outweighed the risks. Either way, you got back into it and are enjoying the sport. Stay the course Ty! Eric
"the reward outweighs the risk" - So very true sir. Great perspective and thank you so very much for watching!
Had my first street accident at the end of January myself and just on my way to the ER I started questioning if I should quit riding. Problem is I grew up riding dirt and then street all my life and it's my passion to just ride since it's a peace of mind for me. Got the bike fixed and still riding but it was definitely mentally tough my first ride back on it 🤘
I'm glad to hear you're still out riding. I've had my share of accidents when I was younger.
Hi Robert! Glad to hear you are still out riding. It's tough to get back into it after an accident. I understand. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Ty, I live in India and I ride a 1972 Royal Enfield Bullet with a G2 engine. It's an addictive bike and if I can't ride then I feel down and like something is missing from my life.
But here are the few things that stopped me riding my Bullet...
1. The Indian monsoon. Imagine a continuous rain for about two months. Having to clean the spokes each time I come back home, is not worth the trouble.
2. Cold winters like you said.
3. Once I tried adjusting the tappets myself and made a mess. It took a couple of months to get it fixed.
4. A leaking oil pipe which I haven't been able to replace for a few months.
5. Once I got Dengue fever and couldn't ride for a month.
6. And the lockdowns, about which I don't want to rant about.
Other than that, I hope I'll be ride till my last day.
Keep riding Ty, it's what makes your channel different from the rest!!! If you can find a Bullet, let me know your impression.👍🙏
Hey Sunny! I appreciate your kind words and comments. I TOTALLY know what you mean. When I don't ride for a while I get "ants in my pants". hahah. Stay safe out there and thank you so very much for watching!!
Great discussion. I haven’t faced the decision of whether to stop riding or not. I enjoy it and it’s really the only “extravagance” I allow myself. Stay safe.
Thanks great Jim. It's such a fantastic hobby! Take care sir!
I can't imagine a day when I don't ride. However, thank God, I have not had a wreck on the streets, plenty as a kid racing in dirt, but not on the streets. I still cannot imagine it ever stopping me from getting back in the saddle, if I was physically able to do so. I got hurt pretty badly a few times in the dirt, and as soon as I could, was back at it. I've been thrown from horses and got hurt but, as soon as I was able, got back on the same horse. We should never let fear control us. But we should also not let anyone else make us feel pressured to get back on the seat. Some people don't like riding alone, but over 90% of my riding is by myself, and I am fine with that. It gives me time to truly relax, go where I want, stop when I want, eat when/where I want, and not have to think what someone else may want to do. Riding in groups is great sometimes, but I wouldn't want to do it all the time. My favorite rides are when my sons ride with me on their bikes.
Lots of great points there. I totally understand too. When I ride alone it's nice to be able to do what I want when I want. Thanks for watching sir. I hope to see you soon!
I enjoy riding alone. But, my best rides have been with my son. I like to just get out and ride when I have time to just go all day.
These are all valid reasons to consider whether or not you continue to ride. In my opinion, motorcycle’s are not inherently dangerous. I’ve been riding 56 years and have seen a lot of different people do dangerous things while riding. For me, a small group ride, two to five riders is ok. However, I prefer to ride alone or perhaps with only one other rider. Great video! Thanks and ride safe!
Thanks Willy! I like small group rides as well. Anything over 8 to 10 bikes makes me nervous. Thanks for watching sir!
I live in the mountains of Colorado, and I ride year-round no matter the weather. I stopped driving cars because I hate sitting in traffic, so my main mode of transportation is a KLR 650. It is dirt cheap and reliable. I don't ever plan on having a family to go home to, so I'll ride until the day I die. And the way I ride, it's unlikely I'll die riding. To me, life just wouldn't be as enjoyable without being able to live it on two wheels.
Yes traffic...it's the worst. Maybe one day I'll sell my truck and just ride. Hmmmm? I don't know. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
@@TyFromTennessee
Thanks for the great video! Glad you're okay after the accident, and you're back to riding. Stay safe out there.
Many years ago I was involved in an accident that left me paralyzed for a month and when I could begin to walk the pain was unbearable. I quit riding for 20 years. When I turned 62, I got the bug again and had to learn to ride again. I started with a 500 cc Honda followed by numerous sport bikes (My favorite bike was my Ducati 696 Monster) . I now ride a 2022 Harley Davidson Nightster. This bikes put a smile on my face each time I ride it. Yes there are still idiots out there but as I get older, I decided that I may get killed in an accident however the risk is worth it. I now ride trips 3-4 hours or 250 miles before it is time to stop for the day. With the Nightster you have to stop every 115 miles to refill the gas tank. 😂
I haven't been able to demo ride the Nightster yet, but it looks like an awesome motorcycle. The RevMax engine is a beast and so much fun. Glad you got back on two wheels again. Be safe out there and thank you very much for watching today!
Yeah there are all kind of reasons that people stop riding. We just had two that we ride with quit because of age. They felt that they weren't fit anymore and that they would get hurt. Just talked to a guy that stopped because his friend was killed in an accident. He tried to get back into it but, it was too much for him.
I hope I'm able to continue for many years to come! and the same for the both of you too! Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
So in the beginning of my riding career I was young and moving way too fast…honestly (sadly) my focus wasn’t on safety and others around me while on a motorcycle…hadn’t gotten into the world of low speed maneuvers, safety, and practicing, I had small children and kept thinking about crashing or worse and leaving my wife with those challenges should something happen to me…so I stopped for some time although I missed it terribly…back now with my wife’s blessing and practicing weekly while safely enjoying my commute to work…great video by the way, and glad that you and your wife are doing better…take care and safe travels…
Thanks Anthony! Glad to hear that you are back at it and riding again. Family should play a large roll in the decision so I'm glad you have support at home. Thanks for watching and ride safe!
I know some gave it up because they got scared off after a crash. Others quit because they became to infirmed with pain or last strength. I plan on riding as long as I can. My rides are shorter and less often now because of pain.
Hi Greg! Glad you are still able to get out there as much as you are able to! Take care and thank you for watching!
About a year into riding, turned into a parking lot that had a ton of loose gravel. Grabbed the front brake and down she went. I contemplated ever riding again. Well it took my ankle about a month to heal and I was missing it by that time and the rest is history.
Good video today Ty! Nice discussion point
That's right! I remember you talking about that before. Man, glad you're still riding and vlogging! Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Thanks for the great video and such a touchy subject. We all here from people about somebody they know that had a bad wreck and if they only knew how many of us have been through that. We don't need to hear it from them. We all keep riding for the same reason, we weigh the dangers with the rewards and make a decision and live with it. I love riding and after 3 accidents, one serious I choose to keep riding, now for over 50 yrs. Be safe, have fun brother!
Glad to hear that you are still riding and having a good time. I’ve really enjoyed reading peoples stories. Great stuff! Thank you for watching today!!
I’ve been fortunate, one minor accident in all the years I’ve been on two wheels. I can’t say what I’d do after a bad wreck. Would I quit? I can’t answer that. I did stop for while when my son was growing up, but that was selfish reasons only, I didn’t want to miss a minute of time with him!! Once he got older, and didn’t want to hang out with me as much, I went back to riding. It’s a very personal decisions, and I would never judge anyone for stopping, for whatever reason they make the decision. Great video my friend!! Patrick
Hey Patrick! Great perspective. I had to quit for a while due to raising children too, so I get it. Thanks for the great comment and thank you for watching! Hope to see you soon!
When i was 20 to 25 I had two bikes a Honda 750 and a Yamaha RD400 This was back in the early 80s. One day I was out riding and just turned my head for a second and that's all it took next thing I knew I was waking up in the hospital it was pretty bad. I had a few broken bones and a lot of road rash so i said to myself I'm done I sold my bikes and gave up. Well now I'm 60 years old my kids are grown my wife past away and said to myself what the hell I'm not getting any younger so I just got a new 2022 street bob and having a blast now. Ride safe my friend.
Hi Kenny. Yes, it only takes a second for something bad to happen. I am also so very sorry for your loss. Glad you are able to get out and ride! Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
I enjoy riding by myself. In fact, I prefer it. If my wife wants to ride with me, I gladly take her on a ride, and if others want to ride, I will... but still, the alone time is priceless to me. After my accident in 2018, my wife asked if I was still going to ride, and after a "HELL YES!" she said OK and then told me if I was going to continue riding, I had to wear gear all the time, and she didn't care what the cost was, she'd buy it for me. She also told me I couldn't ride HER bike for a while. Luckily I had my other bikes at the time, so I rode those while my Vaquero got fixed up.
It's tough to get back on the bike after a spill, isn't it? Or at least it was for me. Glad you are still out there riding and vlogging like a crazy man. Take care, thanks for watching, and ride safe!
@@TyFromTennessee Haha, thanks! :) It wasn't hard to get back on a bike - I was on 2 wheels later in the week. The hard part was the Vaquero - it never felt planted ever again, which is why I got my Street Glide.
Nice camera shot. Was that Tar Snake Road (aka Hwy. 312) that your on?
Good subject. I chose to stop riding a few years ago when my late wife was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. I was the sole breadwinner and had the insurance. Just didn't want to risk getting hurt or worse. After she passed, my first long trip was up to St. Louis to Route 66 and westward to Santa Monica, CA. The meteor crater outside Winslow seemed like the loneliest place on the earth. The journey was life changing, for I met my current wife in Oceanside, CA. You never know how motorcycling will change your life.
Hi David. First of all, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I'm not sure what road that was to be perfectly honest with you. I love hearing a little bit about your story and how life can turn you around when you least expect it. Yes, motorcycling can certainly change your life. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
There are loads of reasons to quit riding, I have never came close to any of them. All very legitimate reasons buddy, great topic.
Thanks man. I just don't ever want to give it up!
So many good points mate. Sometimes it’s just not feasible for someone to keep riding, and that can also be applied to many facets of one’s life. ✌️
That's exactly right. It's a tough call to make when you have to quit riding. I hope I"m able to ride for many more years. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I've known several people who quit riding for a variety of reasons. If it's important then you find a way, but sometimes other priorities take precedence. 😔
So very true. It’s tough to bounce back after a motorcycle accident for sure. Thanks for watching. I appreciate your time!!
Great topic and I am sure there are many reasons why people don't want to ride but there have to be many more that keep us riding. I also love the new camera angle. Ride Safe
Thank you sir! Funny you should say that about the camera angle. My mom called me tonight and wanted to know..."How did you do that?". She's so funny sometimes. Thanks for watching!
I thought about giving it up many times. I told a buddy I know I'm not ready yet, because when I first roll out I still smile !
I totally understand what you mean. It's a hobby that I just can't give up right now. Maybe someday, but not now. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
Winter storage was the biggest reason I stopped riding back in 2008 or so. I missed it though and got back to riding in 2019, and just made sure I got some gear to ride in the colder weather.
Heat gear is worth every penny. Glad you are back out riding and vlogging! Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
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This is definitely a different kind of video but properly sobering. I'm 71 years old now and just starting to ride believe it or not. That might be against me along with my high being 6 ft 7 and 260 lb. I purchased a couple scooters they're still new and now a light BMW 310 for training and a large one on order. I waited to do this for a long time and I see it as a discipline for getting and staying in shape taking courses practicing skills constantly. I won't do this if I don't commit to that. Admittedly, it's a bit of rebellion for some broken parts of this life but the freedom of the feeling on two wheels isn't easily substituted so I hope to ride for at least 10 years. Thanks for this kind of video. We need to choose our battles in life and our rewards if possible.
You ride a BMW 310 at 6' 7" tall? Wow.
@@moconnor50 I asked a dealer here in Barrington Illinois what a larger frame bike might be but still in a lighter category. He pointed me to this one. Yes, I have made some changes adjustments and having the seat modified too. If you know of a bike that boasts a larger frame but not a full size adventure model please advise. Thanks in advance.
There is so much truth in your comment that I'm not sure where to start. I really love the last sentence. Great advice for all of us. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
I moved to Southern CA 10 years ago. Traffic is madness here and car drivers are too busy looking at the ocenn and girls. My wife will no longer ride as a passenger and I only ride early morning before the traffic picks=up. Thanks for posting,
Yeah, I've heard lots of horror stories about CA traffic from a podcast that I listen to from out there. Ride safe and thank you for watching!
I've quit. Three times. Got a ZZR1400 (ZX-14R) to help me quit next time.....
There ya go! That sounds like a good plan to me. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
This was a really good year to sell my Street Glide (top dollar) - so I did it - but not a good year to replace it (for the same reasons) so I’m spending more time with my other interests (guns, guitars, etc). I’m 66 pushing 67 quick and have owned and ridden motorcycles since 1974 - no telling how many hundreds of thousands of miles I’ve logged with only 2 accidents.. those were decades ago. But I am still ‘somewhat’ dealing with my accident from 1978 and probably always will. Right now, I am leaning towards finding a small used dual sport (300-400cc) just for riding in the back woods and around the county slow roads. Fall is coming and the wind is calling me - but no matter how much I miss it - it really isn’t the same as it used to be.
Hey Alex. There's nothing wrong with dividing your attention to other interests. I'm sure at some point in my life I will have to make that same decision too. I still battle with a few injuries from my motorcycle accident too. Aches and pains come and they go. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate your time today!
You nailed it, all the reasons to quit. Another is that even if you are totally competent and lucky
that you never crash, until you factor in other drivers' behavior. Get some orange and be seen
a little more. Your rig is cool but matte black and camo is , well, a little invisible. Stay safe
Hey man. I appreciate the safety advice. That's a wise observation on your part. Thank you. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I was so enthusiastic to ride a bike from 14 years old. Bought my first at 16 and till 22 I was riding. Had a few crashes even from one a broke my knee but I didn’t quit.
I was starting to get a bit iffy of riding since it kind of got boring and then I ended up crashing before something very important in my life. For the first time I was actually ready to quit bikes. I was pissed off that I was crashing before I even hit the ground because I knew it will mess me up and my other life plans.
So I sold it and that’s that
Sounds like a very tough choice to make and I do totally understand. One day I will really miss riding. Take care and thank you very much for watching!
I have not rode a bike in 30 years.
I have recently come into a 2008 Harley Fatboy.
I took it out yesterday, for the first time and was nervous due to being so long on a bike.
I did so and so, was a bit rusty, to say the lease.
I went on a very short ride to see how I would do and see if I would like it again. I do like it, but I feel I need to do it in small steps to get back in the saddle for a lengthy ride.
Dan! That's awesome! Take your time and go at your own pace. I'm hoping to ride another Fat Boy sometime soon. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
I am on a trike now because my wife has MS and the leaning of a motorcycle causes her vertigo. The trike doesn’t lean, so she can still ride with me. I added the Stage 2 kit, and new wheels and other “glam” bits for me. I have come to the point in my life that I will not out live my money, so my Harley-Davidson gets more donations than I like to admit!
I am 45 and love my 2 wheeler, but out of curiosity I demo rode a Trike last year while at The Great Smokey Mountain HOG rally in Maryville. If I had the funds, I would definitely buy one.
Hey Bill. I'm sure the day when come when I need to purchase a trike. There are some beautiful ones out there too! Take care sir and I appreciate your time today!
I’m from Tennessee too brother. I still ride, but only DIRT BIKES off road. It just isn’t worth the risk anymore with all of the cell phones and distracted drivers.
Hey Mike. I totally understand your perspective. Many people out there driving around just don’t care what’s going on around them. Thank you very much for watching!
I have road all my life. Had one incident. Was a mechanical failure. Thrown over the handle bars at 46mph. I'm 60 now and started to be real nervous on the road.
Hey Charles. Glad you're ok. It's such a great hobby but the reality of situation is we can get hurt. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I had a bad wreck in which I had multiple broken bones, torn ligaments/tendons & third degree burns (gas tank exploded). 6 months in hospital & told I wouldn’t live several times much less walk. 3 days out of hospital I was riding another bike at night in 20 degree weather hundreds of miles & could barely bend my knees (break down canes in the tool bag). That was over 40 years ago. Now arthritis in my legs will no longer allow me to support a big bike. Looking for a used Harley trike.
That sounds like a terrible accident, but I'm glad you're ok. There are lots of beautiful trikes out there for sure. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
63 yrs. old and i have owned 50+ bikes. i am not going to quit but this one thing has slowed me down. probably my number 1 concern while riding is distracted drivers. yes , cell phone users! and people coming up on a side road going to fast and you wonder are they going to come to one of those rolling stops.
Yup. For sure that is a scary thing too. Thank you for watching!
For a few secs I thought you were gonna stop riding and vlogging... so glad you don't and keep those HD vids coming.
Greetings from 🇧🇪 and keep safe
hahahaha! Thanks Carl. I sure hope to get this hobby up for a while longer. It's a lot of fun and I get to interact with some awesome folks like you!
Hey Ty. Great topic. Hope you have a great week.
Thanks Larry. Same to you! Have a great day sir...Thanks for watching!
I'll try to make my story short if I can. I bought a 2021 Iron 883. Loved the custom color. Invested about 8500 bucks in modifications. Hammer performance 1250 conversion kit, Ohlins rear shocks, power vision tuner, LED lights all the way around, sundowner seat, new intake, forward controls. Basically threw my life savings into this bike. Started riding and I can't tell you how many close calls I've had with incompetent drivers in this short time. One girl even hit me in the rear tire while I was sitting still for a traffic light. On top of that I was out of work for about a month so I panicked and sold the bike for way less than I should have. It was a very bad impulsive decision getting rid of it. Complete ignorance on my part. But when I think of how bad the drivers out there are and the weather here is only good riding weather a few months out of the year. Sometimes this entire situation happened for a reason. I lost thousands on this bike and am feeling big time sellers remorse. I just keep going back and forth in my mind if I should get another one. I feel like I had my one and only opportunity to have a bike exactly the way I wanted it and totally blew it so I don't deserve another one. Stuck like a rock in a hard place. Some positive feedback would be helpful. I really do enjoy riding. Just trying to figure out if it's all worth it in my current situation. Thanks for the great video 👍
Hey Sean! That sounds like a sweet bike. I'm sorry to hear you're feeling a bit convicted about your decision. You did what you thought was right and that was probably the best thing to do. After my accident, I see so many drivers on the phones with no clue about what is going on around them so it is most certainly dangerous sometimes. The good thing is that if you decide to ride again you can always buy another motorcycle. Hang in there man and take your time making whatever decision works for you. I appreciate your comment. Thanks for your time.
@@TyFromTennessee Thanks for the nice message. I appreciate you reaching out. I actually came across a 2011 Yamaha Stryker that a guy is selling. His Mom has stage 4 cancer and needs the money. It has 7k on it and except for a few little scuffs on the front fender it's a beautiful bike. It has an aftermarket exhaust on and sounds awesome. I know where he bought it from so I called them and told them what he wanted for it and they said it's worth every penny to go for it. He actually bought the bike from that same bike shop. He only put about 300 miles on it. I told him I would give him $4,500 for it and he accepted it so I'm going to transfer title tomorrow and then take it into the bike shop so they can service it in oil change. It's the blue Yamaha Stryker which looks absolutely incredible. This is a bike I'm going to hang on to and hopefully it'll take away my seller's remorse and I can enjoy it. Thanks again for the feedback and the encouragement it was much appreciated 👍
@@seancardone7900 Congratulations man! I'm happy to hear that you are able to get another motorcycle. I'm glad to offer any advice and encouragement that I can. Take care, ride safe, have fun!!
I JUST started riding my own bike so this is good wisdom for me.
One thing I caught - you stated "..In my recovery". Are you a friend of Bill W's?
Hey Justin! I sure hope you picked up something useful in this video. What do you mean? Who's "Bill W"?
Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
My wife learned how to ride. She had some low speed crashes. She quit riding.
I was glad she stopped. I was concerned she was going to get seriously hurt.
Yeah, my wife quit riding too so I understand. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I have rode all or most of my life I finally come to my senses I sold my bike threw away a two hundred dollar riding jacket and two helmets I dont miss none of it
Hey Curtis. If that is what makes you happy that is all that matters. Have a great day sir!
Its not about being happy its about common sense and self preservation
Had an accident 2 years ago. Just haven't been able to afford a new bike. I want my first Harley. But with a mortgage and other bills it's too difficult right now.
I hope you have rrecovered well from your accident. I understand. Sometimes life just gets in the way. Thank you very much for watching. I appreciate your time.
I got in an accident in Nov '21 and broke my hip socket and foot. I went back and forth for 2 months whether I'd ride again, in Jan. I bought another bike, and rode it around the neighborhood before I could walk. I still went back and forth until about a month ago and Im all in again. But I get it and dont blame anyone if they quit after an accident.
Hey Taz! My accident was in Nov 21 also and it's really tough getting over it and moving on. I'm glad to hear that you are ok these days. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Not gone through the up's and downs or thought about quitting riding at this stage my self the fun factor is too big to do so. Cool topic covered well..keep well.
Thank you sir. You make a great point. Riding is just so much fun! It would be difficult to call it quits. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I am in my 60s . I see the day coming , I kind of explain it to people like ya know how a roller coaster makes you feel in your 20s , then 30s ,40s ect. then one day because of health conditions , high blood pressure , back problems , heart problem or disability ect. the ride is not as fun . it does mean you do not wont to ride , or even cant ride . its damn it ! just not the same anymore ! its hard to explain . all I can say is ride till ya absolutely cannot swing a leg over your bike anymore . plus do not think a trike is the solution . tried that , its not the same . for all those younger folk out there ! ride your ass off , ya never know when it will all go away . but for now I will try every day that my body will let me to put a few miles on my sporty till the pain tells me to get on home . god bless .
Man, I really feel the emotion from you reading your comment. I hope I"m able to ride for many more years too. What a great perspective. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
Hard questions to answer. I am very surprised that for someone who is all geared up that you ride with sneakers. Stay safe.
hahaha! I know. I love riding in sneakers. I also have some boots-sneakers that are very comfortable too. Thanks for watching Joe!
I love riding motorcycles too, but I like going fast. My wind therapy only starts at about 80 mph. If I am pottering along I become disinterested and it feels like a chore eventually. I bought a sport bike for some mid-life crisis fun about 3 years ago and now I am addicted. I eventually sold my big tourer. Was gathering dust.
Be careful out there Wormster! I'm a slowpoke and for the most part I drive my truck slow and my motorcycle too. hahaha! Take care and ride safe!!
I love riding bikes since i was in my
Twenty's my first bike was a 650 Kawasaki 1979 /1978 750 Yamaha
Triple. 1992 Honda 750/but my
Dream bike was a 1500 goldwing
Finally got one five years ago
I've had my share of light
Accidents in 2020 at a stoplight
I got rear ended by a car driver
Knocked me ten feet in to another
Car just a few bumps bruised.
That won't stop me love bikes looking for another one goldwing.
Hey Ethan ! That’s a great list of bikes there. Glad you’re ok and still riding! Thanks so much for watching and supporting the channel!!
I contemplated all of the reasons you listed to stop riding. What finally made me stop was a combination of everything you said as I live in the Northeast, but also I have dupreytrens contracture in my right hand,. Believe me, I still look at bikes and consider getting another bike all the time.
Hi Robert! It can really be a tough decision and I completely understand. I'm glad you still have a love for the hobby! Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I quit riding 40 years ago after almost having an accident with my wife on the back. Got tired of getting all dressed up for the weather. Then three years ago I went to the dealership and I wasn’t really wanting a bike looked at several bikes still wasn’t interested but then they showed me one there it was I had to have it.
Yup Mike, that's the way it happens. BAM! I've had a few motorcycles that I purchased that same way. I'm glad you're still riding. Thanks for watching today!!
I just quit! I'm selling my bike! Too many close calls! You are either too young to know better it you are too old not to know better!!! Think about that!
Sorry to hear about that Chris. You have to do what is right for you on this one. I do appreciate your time very much!!
It’s all good,
Do you. Thanks for sharing but as long as I’m able to stand and balance- I’m riding.
Too much traffic and it’s way to fun watching it all sit still 🤙
Hey Richard. Love your perspective. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
I had an accident several years back. I was flipped over my bike. Took me a few months before I would get back on it.
I know the feeling, but I am glad to hear you are ok and riding again. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Greetings from South Africa! I'm 62 and have been riding motorcycles since I was 16. I currently own 3 motorcycles and a Vespa. The biggest one is a BMW GS 1150 Adventure, and while it's still a great motorcycle, I'm starting to find it a little on the heavy side. My other bikes are smaller and lighter. Nevertheless, I have often had this very same question - "Is it now time to quit riding bikes"? Time and time again I face this dilemma and haven't yet had the "balls" to pull the plug on it. Sure, it's dangerous, but I've lost many friends to illness and far more benign things in life, so what the hell, I think I'll just keep on riding!! I can't imagine life without the joy of motorcycling! I wish you many more safe and enjoyable miles on your bike!!
Hey Neville! You make some great points! I guess there is risk in just about everything in life so why not do something you love and enjoy! Thank you so much for reaching out all the way from South Africa! Awesome!
@@TyFromTennessee thank you so much for your reply, I really appreciate it! It's only a pleasure man! I really enjoyed your video as I've so often grappled with the very same question. I wish you well my friend, and I wish you many more safe and happy miles! Keep the rubber on the road and ENJOY the rides!!!
Im in British Columbia same here started 16, Im now 80, ride all year round.Just like you I got one for winter, 2 for summer , CM400 for winter, VFR800 for summer excitement, ASPEN 1200 (240,000ks) for cruising. Got some rib broken, knee injured, left rotator cup got dislodge......but for some reason, I got back in the saddle soon as I can walk.....one more thing.....all pain is gone soon as I hit the road and open that throttle.....life is good!
I wish our gas prices where that low! We’re in southern Utah and it’s sitting at $4.63 a gallon for 87.
Hey Trevor! Yeah man, I've heard lots of other gas price horror stories across the country. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Anything with a motor is expensive I have ben on a bike since the age of 12 and on a road bike since the age of 16 you get in a car accident you don't quite getting in a car do you 99.9 % of accidents are avoidable go back to what happened and you will figure out what you did wrong to avoid what happened it will make you a better rider. P.S I AM GLAD YOU AND YOUR WIFE ARE OK .
Thanks James. We are both back to 100% now. Your kind words are very much appreciated. Thank you so much for watching. I appreciate your time!
I love riding alone or with someone. I will probably never give up riding as long as I can hold the bike up. Then I will get a trike. Lol.
Hey Doug! I'm sure that day will come when I need to ride a trike. I'm ok with that. Some of those are sweet! Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
Ive had a few close calls.
Am thinking about quitting.
Parts for my 1500 are expensive.
Yeah there! It's crazy out there no doubt. You need to be what is best for you. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time..
Friend had a ocular stroke & after decades he had to give it up. Incident in 17 "poker run" almost lost left leg from knee down. Still ridin'.. Harley-Davidson..the gift that keeps costing. 😄 🤣 😂
Hey Greg! Glad you're ok and still riding. I always have to fight that mental battle when getting on my bike because of my accident too. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
@@TyFromTennessee All good. I never went back to the scene. Had the same injuries as Alex Smith the Q.B. minus the flesh eating bacteria.
Video good beautiful my friend ❤❤❤❤👍
Thankbyou sir. Much appreciated!!
I stopped riding because I dont enjoying it like I used because the wind noise hurts my ears. Ive done everything I know to solve the problem. Nonluck
Hi Robert. Sorry to hear about that. I hope someday you are able to find a solution. Take care sir!!
I totally understand where you are coming from because after my wreck and even now it’s a battle to go ride again but I do because I love to ride to much not to.
Ya know what I mean??
I totally know what you mean, it's a real mental game sometimes getting back on the motorcycle, especially if I'm riding along. Thanks for watching sir!
You make a payment for 12 month but ride for 7 here in Wyoming. Little frustrating for sure lol
haha, you should come to Washington! 12 months of payments for 2.5 to 3 months of riding if you are lucky!
@@unknownsol0 same here in Pennsylvania
No doubt that would suck! My best friend lives in Wisconsin and I swear their winter lasts all year long! Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
In my opinion the wrong question is being asked. Why would I start riding motorcycles ?
If you're raising a family, are paying for a house, have little kids who depend on you, it is (IMHO) irresponsible to ride motorcycles due primarily to the inherent risk factors involved. In my case my wife and I had an agreement , which I adhered to:
1) house is paid off
2) insurance is paid up
3) kids are raised
4) I pay for (myself) the motorcycle(s)
5) I purchase all PPE and take MSF class
That's when I started riding motorcycles. I'm not judging any one here; I personally feel that with the right PPE, courses and MSF training, good road strategy, good emergency and slow speed skills, a person should be able to ride well (crash free) for a life-time. But, we all know shit happens. I personally don't believe that motorcycles are dangerous; people are dangerous on motorcycles just like they are in their automobiles. What we can do with good road strategy , PPE , course work , practice , practice , practice , is to mitigate most of the inherent risk involved in riding motorcycles... not eliminate it entirely , but mitigate it considerably.
If I would lose technical skill or ability to safely ride motorcycles, I would quit; and sell my bikes. In the mean time, I keep practicing , building my skills , maintaining my bikes , and riding within my skill level and abilities. I'm not a hot-dog. So far, so good.
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Thanks Marcus! Those are some great ideas and perspectives on riding motorcycles and protecting our families. I'm glad you got all of that sorted out! I'm not a fast or aggressive rider either. I like getting where I'm going and taking my time to do it. Thanks for watching. As always I appreciate your support for the channel. !
I am the opposite. I prefer riding by myself. I find it much easier to just go out and do my own thing.
Me too!
The introvert inside of me totally gets that. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
I think another reason is age. I'm almost 79 and I find reactions aren't as good as the used to be and body strength as well.
Hi Rod. That makes sense to me and I totally understand. Be safe out there and thank you very much for watching!
The financial argument, that’s all about ego, there are inexpensive great bikes if you don’t mind being seen on them.
Hey there. I can remember when I couldn’t afford a bike period. For years I rode a Yamaha VStar. It was a fantastic motorcycle. Thanks for watching. I appreciate your time.
Paralyzed from a motorcycle accident and still ride.. 🙋♂️
Darren - You are an inspiration to us all man. Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
Motoron brother !!!!
Good video. I quit riding for about 20 years because my friend I was riding with had a serious accident right in front of me. Just got back on a couple years ago. Hit me up Ty we'll go ride.
That would be tough for sure. I hope everyone is ok that was involved. Yes, let's hit the road soon! Thanks for watching!
I quit riding motorcycles to sleep at night!😂
I think I follow your logic there. Take care and be safe!!
@@TyFromTennessee Thanks Ty. You are awesome sir.
You can stick a fork in it! I'm done riding!
Seven bikes later and still riding.
There ya go! That's awesome!!Thanks so much for your comment. I appreciate your support for the channel!
if your attention faculties are not up too riding standards, you might want to slide into a cager.
That's a great point too. Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate your time today!
Motorcycles are overrated I have owned several motorcycles I know what I'm talking about its all about the mid life crisis
Well.....ok! Thanks for watching the video. I appreciate your time.
I don't think so not if ones been riding all their life.