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greywolf
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1484 Posts
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Evanston, IL
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Suzuki
DL650AL2
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 Posted - 08/08/2015 : 5:19 AM
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I've reached the point in my life when I'd rather ride in the temperature controlled comfort of the car and not have to obsess about the chance of rain. It's also become a bit of a pain to back up a bike and I'm not as confident as I used to be at very low speed maneuvers. I've made it to age 70 at least. My knees tell me they are even older.
I'll still have my experiences and knowledge base to contribute so I'll still be riding the motorcycle forums. I'd have too much time on my hands otherwise.
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James R. Davis
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17333 Posts
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Houston, TX
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Honda
GoldWing 1500
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Posted - 08/08/2015 : 7:54 AM
 
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You have been a very valuable contributor here. The members all recognize and respect your opinions and advice.
The decision to climb off the horse is hard to make - particularly exposing it to a group of active motorcyclists. But that reputation you've earned results in acceptance of that decision as appropriate for you. Thank you for sharing it and for sticking around.
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commonground
Standard Member
155 Posts
Windsor, PA
USA
Yamaha
V Star 1300
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Posted - 08/08/2015 : 3:18 PM
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| Knowing when to hang up your spurs is good. I assess my riding skills and reflexes every time I go out and I'm my own worst critic. Thanks for your contributions. Augie |
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bachman1961
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2268 Posts
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colorado springs, co
USA
Honda
CB750 NightHawk
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Posted - 08/09/2015 : 1:30 AM
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I'm happy to see you continue in setting an excellent example of doing things for the right reasons and being committed to doing things safe.
No way should anyone let you off the hook for continuing your input, ideas and shared wisdom or experiences .... please keep paying it forward. 
I've had the pleasure of a few face to face meets or rides with members of this forum and the breakfast meet you and I had here in CS that time you were on your way to the Durango area was a highlight of that summer for me. I get a bit 'wired' talking about bikes and rides but having good food at the same time ... ? I consider it an Event ! 
By all means, if you stop by CS, let me know you are coming this way by car, truck, planes and trains .. .. or the new hoverboard.
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greywolf
Moderator
1484 Posts
[Mentor]
Evanston, IL
USA
Suzuki
DL650AL2
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Posted - 08/09/2015 : 5:42 AM
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| My decision may have had some motivation from a new car I bought in January. It's a Subaru XV Crosstrek top of the line model with Eyesight. It's the first time in my life I've looked forward to going someplace in a car. |
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commonground
Standard Member
155 Posts
Windsor, PA
USA
Yamaha
V Star 1300
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Posted - 08/09/2015 : 9:00 AM
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| My daughter has a Subaru Crosstrek and really likes it. Good to hear that you found out about them. Still riding, different horse. Augie |
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SteveS1
New Member
12 Posts
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
Harley-Davidson
FLHTK Limited
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Posted - 08/09/2015 : 9:20 PM
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Originally posted by greywolf
I've reached the point in my life when I'd rather ride in the temperature controlled comfort of the car and not have to obsess about the chance of rain. It's also become a bit of a pain to back up a bike and I'm not as confident as I used to be at very low speed maneuvers. I've made it to age 70 at least. My knees tell me they are even older.
I'll still have my experiences and knowledge base to contribute so I'll still be riding the motorcycle forums. I'd have too much time on my hands otherwise.
You continue to be a wise and a great asset to my safer riding.
I'm currently 5 days into a three week in Quebec Province tour. Don't know how many of these I have left but I hope to stop two-wheeling with some of the style and smarts you represent.
Enjoy your new passion.
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Magnawing
Senior Member
281 Posts
The Woodlands, TX
USA
Honda
VF750C
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Posted - 08/10/2015 : 10:17 AM
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Congrats on knowing your limits...but, just because your body isn't able to handle the two-wheeled life any more doesn't mean you have to give it up altogether. Have you looked into the Spyder or a Trike? A riding buddy of mine sold his ElectraGlide and bought a Spyder after having open heart surgery and not being able to balance the weight of the bike any more. He loves the comfort and ergonomics of the Can-Am and says he should have gone to three wheels about 15 years earlier.
Either way, enjoy your new Subaru and please keep sharing your knowledge with the members here. |
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greywolf
Moderator
1484 Posts
[Mentor]
Evanston, IL
USA
Suzuki
DL650AL2
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Posted - 08/10/2015 : 10:22 AM
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| Being out in the weather is one of the things I reasons I'm giving up the bike. |
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bachman1961
Advanced Member
2268 Posts
[Mentor]
colorado springs, co
USA
Honda
CB750 NightHawk
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Posted - 08/11/2015 : 1:50 AM
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Originally posted by greywolf
Being out in the weather is one of the things I reasons I'm giving up the bike.
...And I'm sure by no coincidence, your Subaru is perfect in any kind of weather! There are so many on the road here in CO, I suspect some might buy one just to blend in. |
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Texasphotographer
Advanced Member
896 Posts
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Copperas Cove, Texas
USA
Honda
2006 GL1800 Trike
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Posted - 08/19/2015 : 6:13 PM
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| I am nearly 77. About five years I started riding a Goldwing trike. A riding buddy is a woman who has been riding since she was 6. She is 51 now. I felt my macho was being threatened so I borrowed a friends two-wheeler. I could not keep up and was frightened to try. I gave it a shot, but happily returned to my trike which has 80,000 safe miles. I put 68,000 miles on it with no incidents. |
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