I'm 80 - 1944 still able to ride safe and hard from the UK 🇬🇧

@mickeymousee

4 ай бұрын

I’m 76 still riding but traded in for a lighter weight bike also UK. CAMBRIDGESHIRE

@kenkennedy5516

4 ай бұрын

Bleedin heart colonials…..hardy brits all ok 🤗

@vics8873

4 ай бұрын

Ditto, be 80 in May. Road King Classic and Triumph Thruxton

@mc1dash1b

4 ай бұрын

I’m just a baby at 66 riding my Hayabusa in CT,USA. You limeys give me inspiration.

@2wheelsr2wheels39

4 ай бұрын

I didn't know they rode hard in the U.K. Just joking😊. 🇺🇸

At 74 and about to turn 75, I've hung it up. Better safe than sorry. After 14 motorcycles I have enjoyed riding in every single state of the Union. All of the scenic roads and windy roads are behind me. So, I've graduated to driving a 1978 MGB. Top down still feels like I'm out there. See you on down the road...

@carltonwittland1300

4 ай бұрын

Hello and glad you are enjoying your MGB. Owned one of those back in 1983. Also rode motorcycles from 1978 and then crashed in 87 and the wife said no more bikes. In 2015 bought an MG TF and loved that open air feel again. In 2022 at the age of 61, I again bought another motorcycle after many years of not riding. A Royal Enfield classic 350 and I'm loving it. I would really like to own a couple more bikes and would be a very happy man if I'm still riding in my 70s. If you still have that inclin for a motorcycle I would recommend a RE 350 Classic. Such an easy and lovely bike to ride. And if not your MGB is such a lovely car to own. Regards Carl. Northumberland, U.K.

@neildewitt2869

4 ай бұрын

My neighbor has one with 2 extra engines and tons of extra parts. I think he said he could build another and not quite 2 others! He's thinking about selling maybe to the right person.

@carlupthegrove262

4 ай бұрын

I agree I'm also 74 about to turn 75 (next month). I've been riding since was about 15 years old. I recently made the decision to essentially stop riding. I sold 2 of my bikes to a friend and I still have a 1975 Harley FLH that is 'renewed' and hasn't been ridden in a couple years. I'm not sure what I'll do with it but I may ride it a time or two before I sell it. My move was also to a 1978, mine is a Fiat 124 Spyder. Enjoy your MGB....

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

4 ай бұрын

Why not buy a Can-Am. I have an F3-S, along with three bikes, mind.

@sebrofseven

3 ай бұрын

What about a Can-am Spyder, 3 wheel. I just transitioned.

74 years old and still riding my R1.

@05EVORS

3 ай бұрын

👀😎

@tomquinn607

3 ай бұрын

Heroic!

@Aegisltd

3 ай бұрын

At 58 I thought I was one of the older R1 riders. I stand corrected and I tip my hat to you sir. 👍

@grantatkinson4570

3 ай бұрын

57 and still on my R1

@rogercohn

3 ай бұрын

You d man

I’m 62. I still ride as often as I can but I avoid night riding at all costs. I’ve gotten rid of all electronic distractions while riding too. No music, no phone, etc. and I keep a full bottle of ibuprofen in my saddlebag!

@snowflakesuperbike8294

4 ай бұрын

Live to Ride !

@NunyaBidness-zr5mn

3 ай бұрын

Sons of Arthritis, Ibuprofen Chapter! I feel ya. Me too. Right hip hurts every time I ride.

@xtphreak

3 ай бұрын

​@@NunyaBidness-zr5mn That's too funny. I use that pseudonym on Photobucket and I have a printout of that patch in my office!

@xtphreak

3 ай бұрын

But it's my left hip, so I know I didn't post that and ..... LOOK A SQUIRREL!!

@snowflakesuperbike8294

3 ай бұрын

Live to Ride !

At 73, I enjoy strategizing a safer ride more than I enjoy a speed rush. I never ride tired or sick. And, I pay plenty of attention to what MCrider has to say. Thanks MCrider!

I’m in my early sixties. What has worked for me shedding the extra 20 pounds and exercising regularly (includes upper body training like pull-ups and push-ups). This makes a huge difference on the bike. Enjoy your rides 😊

@kwakithailand

4 ай бұрын

That 👍 combined with staying shy off of boozing.

At 76 I’ve been riding for 60 years, always street bikes. I have a 2015 Goldwing now that I’ve owned since it was new. Keep your leg strength up and practice your turning at least monthly.

@gws8689

4 ай бұрын

I am 77 and road a motorcycle in high school. Took up riding again at 74 and I ride a Honda 750 shadow. I put on about 5000 miles a year with a friend who has a Harley. He is 80 and has been riding his entire life. We live in the Houston Texas area and are fortunate enough to be able to ride most of the year. Age does take a toll, and we must be much more aware of our limitations. Happy trails to all!

@kimhorton6109

4 ай бұрын

@@gws8689 I have been looking at the Shadow but the local never seems to have the one I want. It seems like the only dealer I’ve found on EBay is in New Hampshire and I am not going more than a thousand miles for a second choice bike until the weather is MUCH better. I really like my 2015 GW though the plastic is a bit much. I can usually get out in the winter here in Arkansas. This season has been unusually cold though.

@bobh2201

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your videos. They are simply great! At 76, this is a question that I ask myself a lot. Last year I did 13 states 11 in one trip and thought that would be my last. However, I had so much fun that I rode from Eastern Washington to Northern California to have a Russell Day-long seat made for my Victory Cross Roads. Now I am thinking about riding down to Daytona bike week. I have now confirmed that I am out of my mind. After riding since 1961, I still love it.😊

@thomasborger6548

3 ай бұрын

​@@bobh2201you arent out of your mind you just know how to have fun.

@markseehawer3762

3 ай бұрын

@@kimhorton6109 Put a champion sidecar on that wing. chances are you might get your wife to go with you. The champions have a nice plush seat stereo and removable har top. best part is you don't have to hold your bike I ride a 1977 wing with custom sidecar 11 years now.

Just turned 80. I begin each ride with practice of basic skills in a parking lot, low speed turns and braking. I ride every chance I get and take classes at least once a year, there are plenty available. Practice, practice, practice and ATGATT and I am sure I will "know" when it's time to quit. All your video was great.

I sold my 1969 Honda CB750 in '82. Didn't ride again until 2021 when I bought a Harley Davidson FXST. Got 19,000 miles on it now and love it. I'm 83, feel great and looking forward to another riding season next year. (Ohio winter has me in pause mode)

@ry491

3 ай бұрын

Good for you . I am 84 and still riding. I ride through Winter here in the UK . I do ride smaller bikes now though . Mainly because I have a difficult garage and driveway to negotiate. Pushing a big bike on a slope is not so easy . I wish you well and I hope we both carry on doing what we love for a good while yet . Best wishes to you .

My grandfather was riding his ex military Royal Enfield Flying Flea, seeing friends and dealing with swarms of his bees until he was 90. He only gave up when he could no longer get insurance. I learned ride on that Flea and still have it.

@Logan-wv8qf

4 ай бұрын

Great story!!!!!

@charlesharper7292

3 ай бұрын

🤠👍🏁

@johnnyblue4799

2 ай бұрын

I hate insurance companies even more now.

Birthday 1953, Harley Davidson training class of 2018. 11,000 plus miles on my Iron 883 and loving it. I’m the same weight as high school and I thank God every morning for the day. I never rode a motorcycle until I was 64. I was a single parent of a 7 year old boy and a 13 year old daughter when my wife passed. I couldn’t do anything dangerous. I had to stay healthy to raise those kids but when I retired at 64 being a tool and diemaker working with precision parts on my life, I needed a sportster because I love the look at the engine.

@FloatingFire358

5 күн бұрын

I'M also a 1953, I now ride a a 2023 Honda XR-150 . My first bike at 16 years old was a 160 Honda Scrambled , where have the years gone.

@ChitownRon

5 күн бұрын

@@FloatingFire358 I think riding a bike keeps you physically and mentally sharp.

67 here, in good physical and mental shape. Recently retired, I sold my car and have only bikes. I've put a pin in it: I'm planning to ride until I've 75. This focuses my mind: I've got 8 1/2 years left, so every ride counts. And I've still got so much to learn.

Hey Kevin, I'm 63 and have 2 bikes that I ride regularly- a Kawasaki ZZR1100 and a Suzuki VStrom 650. I enjoy both equally at different times and for different routes and my aim is to ride for as many years as possible. Obviously when the time comes when maybe I cannot see or hear so well anymore, then I would have to reconsider. Until then I am quite at home on either.

I am 83. I started riding on a friends Whizzer motor bike when I was 8. I bought my first Harley when I was 14, a 1942 "45" flat head foot clutch hand shift in 1955. I have been riding most of my life. I now ride a 99 Harley Softail, Custom. I live in a rural area where the closest town of 7500 is 2 miles away. I ride mostly short rides of around an hour or so in the back roads around where I live. When riding in town, I keep a good distance in the vehicles ahead of me. I also do not trust people to do what is obvious at intersections. With the dark windows in most new vehicles you cannot tell whether they see you or not. And there is always the possibility they can look right at you and not see you. I have a bad back, but the layed back riding position, the buckhorn bars, and the pillow seat is as comfortable as my Lazy Boy recliner. Cell phones make it possible for me to keep riding. I can always call my wife if I have trouble to come get me. It has only happened once when my battery died at a convenience store. I may go back to a lighter bike. I rode an 84 Iron Head Sportster for 23 years. But I love the comfort of the Softail. So that is pretty much where I am now. I may be able to ride a little longer. I had cataracts surgery a few years ago so my vision is 20-20 without glasses. I still have quite a bit of physical strength, but not much stamina. I am 6' tall and only weigh 170. Winter weather is keeping me at home now, so all I can do is play Willie Nelson " on the road again" and sit in the garage with a cup of coffee and admire my Harley.

At 64, after crashing my Honda Fury and a broken leg, I used the payout money and bought a Can-Am Spyder. When I went to the dealership I was able to test ride with a cast on my leg. I find the Spyder is safer and easier to handle and you can't drop it. Other than leaning in the corners, which I miss, the ride is virtually the same. Very happy with the opportunity to ride a few more seasons.

I’m 67 going to be 68 this April and I’ve ridden often on all my life since I was 14 years old on a minibike I built from 69 to 70. And I’ve been riding Homebuilt choppers for a number of years from 99 till about 2020 and I was about to hang up riding because These bikes pretty much beat me to death even though they had rear suspension designed around Harley softail. But I went to the local dealership here in Wichita and saw this beautiful blue street glide and thought I’m gonna give that a shot and my whole riding world changed what a beautiful bike. How smooth And great it felt compared to the choppers that I’ve been riding. But I did notice the weight weight difference and that bothered me. So every year since then I’ve been taking skilled rider courses and will continue to do so and I’ve noticed the weight is a non-issue now as my parking lot slow maneuvering skills are greatly improved and my riding confidence is better now than it ever has been. I recommend anybody riding any age to take ongoing skill rider courses because the skills they teach are not intuitive. In fact, they are counterintuitive and you must continue to practice them to stay sharp. Thank you Kevin for your videos and all that you do for the motorcycle community. I’ve been following you now for a few years and always enjoy your videos.

@markseehawer3762

3 ай бұрын

Not alot of people ride a sidecar bike and after 16 years of I can tell you they are on a differant level. No skills classes for me. I just start out slow and simple each spring. Can't wait for riding season. Another 2 months up here in Calgary Canada.

We do not have to lose strength nor flexibility as we age. It is up to us to take care of ourselves.

Don’t. Stop. Moving! I’m a firm believer in you’ll live longer if you just keep your body moving. I’m 30 years old and had witnessed my grandparents, my parents and even myself go through these changes as we age and how our fitness and activity level plays into your abilities and stamina as we age. My grandpa that didn’t do much but sit around and watch TV, dead. My grandmother who gardens, riders her 4-wheeler, picks up sticks in the yard, tends to the bird feeders, etc is doing quite well. I myself have noticed some changes, and it happens FAST. I went from 29 and working a high activity job as a ranch hand moving feed buckets, fixing fences, feeding hay, moving 50lb mineral bags, run down a calf to tag. and etc daily to being 30 and sitting in my home office on a computer. Sure the pay is better, but man. My reduction in stamina to hike any distance was greatly reduced after just a few months of not changing anything by my physical activity of my job. Luckily I’ve avoided weight gain. But it was really apparent to me this hunting season when hiking and walking in waders while duck hunting. Took me a month of walk in duck hunting to not get winded again walking in to hunt and set up decoys. After I noticed that, I’ve started going on walks around my nighborhood near everyday, and started stretching before and after I start working at a desk for the day. You gotta keep moving and keep your body and mind up to the task of riding.

@mollyhuisinga4482

4 ай бұрын

Yup. I’m 64 and power lifting and playing hockey…… and riding my Deluxe!😊

@langhamp8912

3 ай бұрын

There's the drop test to see if your reaction time has actually gotten dangerously long. I've done this drop test over the years, and in my early twenties it was about .08 of a second, my thirties about .2 seconds, and now in my fifties it is .3 seconds. This is average for most people, and you can measurably see how for older people driving/riding can be quite dangerous. Imagine driving or riding where every input takes half a second (what your 70 year experiences).

@markseehawer3762

3 ай бұрын

You want to keep up that stamina Ride a mountain bike every day. I'm 64 and rode to work every summer until my knees gave out. Not from cycling either from heavy lifting. I'm a mechanic and a welder. I still bicycle a little, But I get out on my sidecar bike 1977 goldwing every summer. Hacks as they're call steer heavy so you get an upper body work out on that rig.

First time it crossed my mind to learn riding was when I met 84 yo Harley rider at motel in Canon City, Colorado. He was on his ride from NYC to Los Angeles to visit a friend. He looked 60ish to me. He said he rode since he was 19, never crashed and never rode faster than 65mph. When I tell story to people they tell me his Harley probably could't go faster. 😂 Regardless, hat off to the old man. I rarely remember ten minute random chat with somebody on the read. This guy was hard to forget.

Paul from Australia 🇦🇺, I was a motorcycle instructor here , haven’t instructed in around 6 years or so I’m 56 years old and around 3 years ago had my First BIG off in 40 years off on and off road riding . It was a result of a bad front tyre , riding to quick for that tyre ( that I should of changed ) and not riding to the conditions. So even the best of us can make bad decisions at times . I now have backed off around 10% so I can keep riding into my 70,s . BUT all the courses , safety gear and experience will mean nothing if you push the button to much . A fellow rider Died in a motorcycle accident 2 days ago “ amazing when I found out I wasn’t surprised “ as he always rode VERY FAST ( even after losing 2 mates and ended up in hospital for 6 months 2 years ago ) . It’s a attitude of the mind and even heart ❤️, to slow down .

Had a 92 year old customer that used to bring his bike to us for service. He switched to smaller bikes. 250s and such. He was about as steady on his feet as many other people his age. But on his bike, he was confident, and smooth. Good rider. I'm sure he's hung it up by now one way or another.

I will be 73 years old this July. I am having some trouble with my knees, & I am a 3 time cancer survivor. I ride a 2007 Harley Davidson Fatboy which I plan to have converted into a trike, so I can continue riding for several more years. I have been riding for approx. 50 years.

I'm 78 and nearly every day (when it's not raining) I ride at least 25 miles a day. My latest bike is a RE 650 Interceptor which I bought because it has all the power and features (like anitlock brakes) I need and to to remind me of my wonderful Triumph 650 that saved my sanity back in the late 60's when stationed on Guam. Thanks to frequent practice and those riding skills I learned about from places such as your channel, I feel I am a competent rider still and certainly a safety cut above the nuts on their overpowered and overdriven sports bikes. I look ahead, think ahead and avoid having to use my skills (except for practice), just as you suggest. Even as I approach 80, I feel I'm a safer rider today than I was back in my youth, when I didn't have these skills or know all these ways to ride and be safe.

@Logan-wv8qf

4 ай бұрын

I’m 67, and my dad was stationed on Guam (USAF)from ‘68-‘70, so did some growing up there. Incoming B-52’s at 0600 were our wake up call for school. 😂

@oldgeezerproductions

4 ай бұрын

@@Logan-wv8qf Thanks for sparking my memory. How well I remember those B-52s returning to Anderson. Because my remote little radio station (Radio Barragada) was in the hills way far in the South, I got to see (and heard) the B-52's on those odd days when I'd get to Agana or Anderson on special security details. Those B-52s were BIG, black, evil and dangerous looking wallowing behemoths as they lumbered slowly in the sky. I would take every opportunity to have lunch at Anderson because the food was wonderfully fresh and so much, much better than our Navy "chow" AND I got to eat in an air-conditioned "dining room" vs our hot and humid "chow hall." We Navy guys cordially hated the Air Force guys for their luxurious living (fresh food and air-conditioned "dormitories") and for them looking and acting so patently "unmilitary." It seemed that EVERYBODY in the AF was at least a Master Sergent whereas a 3rd Class P.O. was a pretty high rank in the Navy. When the Air Force guys, from their tiny nearby radio station, would drop into our tiny EM club before closing, they sat in a corner with their own kind while we would stare at them with hostile intent. We would gladly drink with Coast Guard, Army or Marines, but no comradely feelings of "Brothers in Arms" with them. My Triumph M.C. saved me from becoming a drunk (or worse) and turned Guam from a hot, humid, boring hell hole into a "Tropical Paradise" full of wonderful sights, amazing history, fun activities and wonderful adventures. I look back now and wonder how I survived those early years of bike riding on those wet, slippery, crushed-coral paved roads, not knowing the many ways to keep yourself safe while riding. Things a rider NEEDS to know to ride safely, things that are presented here on this MCrider KZread channel.

@Logan-wv8qf

4 ай бұрын

@@oldgeezerproductions : Great memories! I remember thinking the F-4 Phantom was the coolest looking plane ever. Lived there at Anderson, and enjoyed many Sunday brunches at the NCO Club, with dad and our family. Those memories took me to the Army later. Thank you for your service to this country! ❤️🇺🇸

Loving my Harley Tri Glide for the last 4 years at age 73!

I don’t know all my pain goes away when I get on the bike I’m 63

Nearly 70 here and bought a new bike last month. Been riding to get around on the farm since I was 10, and on the road since I got my licence aged 15. Have seldom owned a car, and never since 2001. Reckon I’ll be riding until near the day I die.

I'm 70 YO. Changes I made recently are I changed bikes . I went from a 1300 Yamaha to a Honda Rebel 500 ABS. I also ware more safety gear.

@terryhill4100

3 ай бұрын

thats the end road i may have to take is down size,,but am going ride to they take my boots off,

@Steve-ho2mx

Ай бұрын

I changed from my much loved XJR 1300 to a Honda 750 when I realised that parking up and reversing in parking lots, in and out of the garage was becoming too much for me..the lower C of G and lower seat has got me back on the road regularly…oh, and I ride slower than used to 😂

I'm 72. Just had my annual physical two days ago. Pulse 62, BP. 117/68. I routinely walk 3 to 5 miles a couple times weekly. I never rode till age 58 and hate the thought of quitting but the question has been in my mind lately. Last summer I rode three days in a row, 700 miles from SW IN to Idaho on a Super Tenere. Smaller, lighter.. yeah I think about that too. Good topic for sure.

We had a fella in our Blue Knights chapter who was 83 and rode an Electra Glide. He's gone now but he was no slouch and he still inspires me to this day to keep going 30+ years later.

Hi Kevin, All great points. As a life-long rider, now 69, I appreciate you pointing out that we don't have the stamina and strength we had when we were younger. Nor do we have the sight, hearing and reflexes of our youth. I think that if we admit that we are slowing down (mentally and physically) and need to assess our riding situations further in advance, we can still ride safely a little longer if we ease up on where our "limit" used to be. That said, it's January19th in snowbound Ontario, and I'm already suffering from "Parked Motorcycle Syndrome". This tells me that I'm not ready to hang up the helmet just yet! Keep up the great videos. Each one is gem.

A few weeks short of my 78th birthday and I reciently turned my FLHTP back to the escort company I have been employed by and riding for. It wasn't the riding I was having trouble with, it was the excessive noise I subjecting my failing hearing to. When riding escort, leading 2 or 3 of dozen vehicles through busy traffic in a large city, you have to be sure of what you hear. Next "right" makes a big difference when hearing over the radio "next light". The noise of multiple accelerating Harleys, the electronic sirens, the 2 separate channels on your radio inside your helmet, the closeness of riding elbow to elbow at high speed, the ever present cross traffic and unexpected danger that pops up makes riding as a traffic control officer a serious challenge. It was great riding, I did it well and I loved every minute of it but I realized that I was becoming a liability to the safe movement of my assigned charges. I now keep my riding to myself, my Road King, which is a hundred pounds lighter/quieter, and under conditions that I can control. I have been riding consistently since the 60s, and see more years in front of me, but also realize that my days in the saddle are not infinite. One day I will have to park it and walk away, just not tomorrow.

I’m 64 and noticed it was a little harder to keep my K1200LT upright the last couple of years. However, I started doing a little more exercise such as squats and light weight lifting (dumbbells mainly) and found it made a huge difference. I will need to downsize to a light bike in the not too distant future, but I think resistance exercise and delay this several years at least.

@SteveG-pf9mq

4 ай бұрын

Good technique with the bike helps a lit. I ride a 900lb tourer and buying Ride Like a Pro taught me many great tips and now I'm a better rider and feel the bike is no big deal. Hope this helps. Cheers

@LTVoyager

4 ай бұрын

@@SteveG-pf9mq I agree that helps a lot. However, no matter how good you are, there still comes a time…

I am 70, and my wife is the same, and still riding. 2 years ago, after riding 56 years, I had to go to Harley Davidson Triglide Ultra 's, and traded in my Heritage and her Deluxe. We love the 3 wheels. I still try to get a lean in corners.

I think you hit on something that could be amplified, not just to include older riders, but even younger ones. I'm 59 years old and have been riding since I was about 10. I never dropped my bikes on the road before, but in the last year I've dropped my motorcycle twice - both times trying to leave the driveway. Now I'm a smaller rider - 5'4" (female) but it's not because I can't handle my bike or because I'm weak but rather because I have to leave for work very early in the morning (around 5am) and if I don't get a really good night's sleep, I can make a mistake in my awkward driveway that causes me to drop it. After this second event, now if I'm not feeling wide awake and aware, I'll take the car in the morning. Better that than breaking my clutch or brake lever yet again.

Hi Kevin, the first time I sat on a bike was just after my 67th birthday. The day after I passed my test I bought a Harley Sportster and have now changed it for a Sport Glide. The only regret I have is that I should have sat on my first bike 50 years ago. Thanks for the videos from the UK

There was a guy in Globe, AZ. Owned the Maytag repair shop. Didn't have much work. But he had a bike collection and repair shop in the back downstairs. He rode Harleys and other old stuff. Always said he wanted to die in the saddle. Well he had a heart attack. Instead of going to hospital, he go on his bike and started riding toward Miami, AZ. There's a bridge in between. He fell over dead in the middle of that bridge. No BS. A real story

62 years old and still can't get enough of riding one of my many RD350YPVS.

Always a pleasure viewing your vids & learning from your vast knowledge base. Being 60, I switched to a Versys 650 a few years ago from a heavy cruiser. Completed a few mods to make it fit me perfectly like handle bar risers, a lower Sargent seat, highway pegs to stretch out & a Booster Plug to smooth out the engine braking then added full luggage and as it turns out this thing is more comfortable than any cruiser I have owned. I'm never going back. I'm only 5'7" so I have all the room I need and a 250 mile range per tank. It's way more fun in the Ozark twisties as well. I do have my eye on a new NC750X w/DCT.... but the Versys is just too good to let go for now. Thanks again Sir for putting your passion to good work. I've become a much safer, confident rider because or your advice. May God continue to bless you.

I’m almost 68, been riding since I was 4. Owned hundreds of bikes, my dad owned a Honda Dealership, hundreds of thousands of miles. Arthritis has got me about every where. I still enjoy riding my Indian Roadmaster and my Honda Goldwing, but they are getting harder for me to handle. Last year I bought a used Can Am Spyder. Really strange to ride, I didn’t like it at all. But every one said ride it about 1500-2000 miles before you make the decision. Took me about 8000 before I felt comfortable on it. I really enjoy riding it now, but I still have my other bikes too. Riding with a few other guys I like 2 wheels, but by myself I like 3. I took my first long trip last year on the Spyder, 2400 miles 6 days, really enjoyed it. Can’t wait to do it again. I know the days not far for 2 wheels, but I’m comfortable on 3 so I can keep going. Bill

Amen. Smaller bike, shorter rides, slower roads and still enjoying it. And a Corvette for back up!

I will not give you my opinion, just my story. 2 years ago, after 2 divorces I decided bikes were for me probably safer than women. I am more of a car guy than a bike guy and I have tinkered with cars all my life. However I took the decision to start riding a bike again. I had not riden a bike for over 35 years. I was/am used to the practical side of a car so it had to be a bike with storage space. I always loved the looks of the ST1100, so I bought one. I was 69 at the time. Traffic was a bit more busy, I had never riden a bike as heavy and powerful as the ST, but hey no risk, no fun. Riding the ST was no problem, handling it in the garage with confidence did take a bit longer. I have always been a road race guy and did some road racing when I was young. An ST is nice, yet it is an old man's bike. So I got myself a VFR750. Had problems riding it, it did not feel right. Traded the VFR for a XJ900S, I decided I had to stick to touring bikes. But I just love the 4th gen VFR... So I got myself another one. I had now over a year of renewed biking experience and riding the VFR was no longer a problem. I swapped the ST for a R1150RT, I had to find out which one was the better touring machine. If it is not snowing/icey I commute on one of my bikes, mainly on the BMW. So I did about 23000 km's (I'm from Europe) in my first year of renewed biking. And that helps, I also do a lot of practice: u-turns, slow riding, braking, that kind of stuff. After all, as Sir Paul McCartney once said, age is just a number. I'm too insignificant and poor to attract young women, but I can still ride a motorbike 🙂. My plan is to continue doing this for at least another 10 years. And I also still work, in a warehouse doing physical work. And that helps a lot to keep me fit. After all 70 is the new 50!

Hi Kevin, I’m about to turn 66. I have three bikes, a cruiser, an ADV bike and a Hyper naked bike. I ride whenever the weather permits which is generally good in Northern California. I am a proponent of defensive riding and wear all the gear all the time including an airbag vest. Also I am an organ donor for those who might need worn out parts and also have a DNR in place. I am a childless widower and am beholden to no one. If I ‘gotta go’ then I’ll go. Happy trails! 😊

The real answer is, you're too old to ride at whatever age you start thinking harleys are good.

My uncle rode until 102, Honda Melody 125, he had his first bike at age 7 in 1923, this is legit, no rules then, Jock Stares on KZread, he died at 103. I’m 65 and have a Ducati 950 Supersport, I won’t live to his age tho, very small and compact man, no vices other than motorcycles. UK

I agree with you that a 3 wheel solution may be in my future at some point, but not yet. I've told my wife more than once that if it gets to where I can't hold the bike up I'm getting a side car. Then Harley quit making side cars (I've heard recently they've started again, but I'm not sure). That's my solution and I think it might just work.

69 but I feel half that while I’m riding. But a lot smarter. Thanks for another session Doc McRider.

I’m approaching 70 and have been riding a Yamaha Tmax maxi scooter for 4 years after selling the cruiser. Love using the Yamaha for shopping, highway and touring the back roads. With the weight down low, CVT transmission, it is a breeze to ride in the city. Frequent riding seems to be keeping me a sharp rider, at least for now.

Im 68 with a worn left knee . I bicycle, hike , and ride my motorcycle pretty much year round. Driving a car for any distance is more of an issue than riding. Last year I road about 12,000 miles on three different motorcycles. I feel at my best on two wheels. I will quit riding when they pry my cold dead hands from the grips.

I started riding in early '64 , I am 76 , and ride my mid '70's , 93 cu in Shovelhead FLH , owned and maintaind by me for 40+ Years my '84 FXWG , owned and re-built , maintained by me , for 23 Years , and my 1982 Kawasaki z1300 , assembled from a box of parts in 1985 , and I am still riding . Not as fast , and , to be truthful , not the thousands of Miles a Year , Home and Abroad , but I do still ride .

I am 64 and can still capably ride my 99 wing, but just sold it and bought a CanAm Spyder RT Limited 3 wheel motorcycle. This will extend my ability to ride for some time to come.

I'm 71 years young. Started riding at 15 or 16 on a dirt bike (there are a few skills transferable, but one must be discerning...) and rode BMWs for decades. After a VERY expensive speeding ticket on my '96 K1100RS, I laid out for a few years. Now we ride a '03 HD Anniversary FXSTS at reduced pace and stay away from all the distracted drivers on the Interstate. A good day is to meet up with a few like-minded and skilled friends, ride a few hours to find a place to eat or for ice cream on secondary roads, enjoying the scenery. I stay physically fit and mentally alert using every trick I can. And of course, practice, practice, practice. Enjoy your channel!

Nearly 64 now and have been riding since age 18 or so. One thing I haven't seen mentioned in the comments is the rampant distracted driving we face today. Nearly everywhere you look drivers are looking at their phones and not paying attention. Back in the day we didn't have to worry about the phones in vehicles and there was certainly less traffic on the roads. These days I try to restrict riding to very rural and low traffic roads, especially when my wife is on board. Even so, we all need to be acutely aware of distracted drivers. Be safe out there....

@kevinbresnahan3394

3 ай бұрын

Agree, mentally ill zombies in cars and giant pickups and now even tractor trailers are absolutely the biggest danger of bike riding today. Beyond belief out there now.

Russ here from Napa. Thanks I am 77 and quit 8 or 10 yers ago after hitting a deer and then going wide on a curve into a ditch that had a boulder in it and went over the bars. Never had been down before those times but read the writing. Lucky I was gear protected but still hurt with recovery. Can not understand how the flip flop, shorts and T-shirt crotch rocket imortals sometimes achieve old age

I’m 72 and thinking of getting back in the saddle after 20 years - thanks for your advice!

This is a valid topic. At 76, I've been riding since age 8. I recently dropped my bike at a stop sign (stuck my foot in a rut), but it made me start thinking.

I quit this year at 74. I purchased a King Quad 750 ATV and my dog and I are going into the mountains to get to the glacier. Fishing and hunting may ensue…

In addition to the fact that I can't ride as long as I used to, a recent experience has made me think about riding a heavy HD. I was approaching a traffic light and the intersection was under construction, with the pavement scraped off ready for new asphalt. My front tire caught a deep gouge in the pavement and the bike tipped over. Luckily, I was just about at a stop when this happened. However, lifting the bike was difficult as it was slanted downward away from the direction to get it back up and it was right up against the curb. So trying to get my feet flat was difficult. On the fist try, I didn't get too far before I felt it in my back. Luckily, there were three guys that got out of a car and helped get the bike back up. The point of all this is that at 61 years old, that 900 pounds is near impossible to put back upright. That said, I did get a motorcycle jack to help out if I should need it in the future. While I had practiced picking up the bike years ago at a demo with my local dealership, you realize that they give you all the advantages to pick it up - level ground, padding below, assistance nearby, etc., its much different out on the road. In all my years of riding, I can say that I have never had to lay the bike down, so this experience was an eye opener. Will I stop riding because of this, no, not in the foreseeable future. I enjoy it too much.

The answer could be "when you get anxious or frightened of riding" - you make bad decisions if you start to worry too much. Short trips, good pauses! Choosing the time and conditions (light, weather, a good nights sleep before) helps a lot.

I rode the Tail of the Dragon on my 81st birthday, BMW R1200 GSA, 1 month after 3 600 mile days CA to NC. Always careful and vigilant.

At 72, I'm still going strong. I focus on fitness and good nutrition. I spend almost as much time on a bicycle as I do on a motorcycle. I ride a 1983 Honda Goldwing and an RE INT650. The wing is great for cruising down the highway, and I have not yet had any trouble managing it's 650 pounds. The RE is about 200 pounds lighter with a shorter wheelbase. I took a 3000 mile trip on it last summer all on secondary roads. It's fun in the Twisties and fast on the straightaways. I hope to be riding both bikes for many years to come.

56 years not to old yet but winter riding in high 30s to 40s Temps keeps me limber and having a son who likes to ride helps push me along and I feel refreshed after returning from a short ride . Dry conditions are the only times we will ride .

Still riding and Im in good shape at 76, Ive done it all , started in 1967...nice post

I’m 72 and currently own 4 Harleys; a 49 Panhead I bought in 1975, a Shovelhead with a sidecar, while my daily ride is a Twin Cam Electraglide that dyno’d at 121 horse and 119 torque. A long time believer in “expect the unexpected “.

I'll be Serious , 61 years old and stepping off of the 200 MPH Bike's , Reaction time ,and Vision , are Important Factors ! I'm rely enjoying the Wide Glide ! Bless , AZ

I'm 70, have three bike which are a Suzuki Bandit 600s, CB65O and a Royal Enfield Himalayan and planning a long camping trip into the mountains this summer because I'm still fit, have good eyesight with glasses, and people think I'm about 58. I've been riding since 1972 and hope to be riding well into my eighties providing I'm still feeling healthy. I hope I'll know when it's time to hang up my crash helmet but meanwhile I want to put lots of miles on my bikes because time is definitely running out.

Gave it up at age 71. Stamina and strength were down some but main problem was losing sense of balance. I used to love corners, then I started to feel like I had to slow way down to negotiate them. Had twenty great years, no regrets!

I'm 68. I just sold my 1200 Sportster. It's quick and nimble. Had it since 91. Loved that bike. Now I'm riding a Honda Helix 250 cc scooter. I ride on the back country roads.

Yep, all of that. I started noticing my tiredness even on the most comfortable of touring bikes. Also the safety of my wife when she rides pillion. So downsized to a 900 Bonneville that is easier to live with and easier to flatfoot when necessary at junctions. Also building strength with weights and other exercise is important. Also being mindful of all the advanced skills I once learnt. (Seventies - 🇬🇧)

I'm 69, in the UK, and have had bikes since I was 16. There may come a time when I can no longer kickstart my Triumph Bonneville, but I also have a Suzuki GS550 which has electric and kick, so that will keep me on the road longer. I don't ride any longer than about an hour at a time now before getting off to get the legs working again, but I ride nearly every day, all year round, and it's my main means of transport. Although everything hurts, most of the time, I'll keep riding as long as I'm physically able.

One of the best lines spoken by Clint Eastwood, "A man's got to know his limitations." I don't ride anymore, but I am still very excited from just hearing a motorcycle going past my house, and if I'm quick enough to get to a window. I'll get some visual enjoyment as well. Thanks and Blessings for this great topic. (new sub)

I’m 59 and have been a licensed rider since 14, I’ve discussed this very subject with some of my riding peers.

I am 78 and still riding. I hope to do a couple more years of moto camping. I recently purchased a Moto Guzzi Mandello and plan on using it as my touring motorcycle. I had to give up my Moto Guzzi Audace as it got too awkward for me to handle at slow speeds due to steering stem rake, large amount of trail and overall weight. I also have a Moto Guzzi V7lll 750 in the garage which I use mainly for local errands and such. I know it will become my main ride in the near future, after that, ???? I am not interested in a trike or a sidecar. I do plan to force myself to ride fewer miles in a day. I have been the type to grind it out. I need to stop sooner and just kick back with a cold and just smell the roses.

I’m 71 years old, last year I sold my GL1500 Goldwing and bought a XJ600 Yamaha Seca II love it !!

I'm turning 70 next month. I love my Rocket 3 Touring, (2300cc), but it is a pain to back it out of the garage. I got me a Suzuki M50 (800cc) last May for when I need to permanently downsize. It's much easier to handle when stopped, but not as nice when on the road. I'll keep the Triumph till I can't hold it up anymore!!

65 years old. Started riding last year. Have Honda Rebel 500, Rebel 1100 and ADV 160. Having the time of my life. ATGATT, I wear bright clothing and do a lot of drills. Oh, I grew up in a NEVER EVER EVER motorcycle home and worked most of my career in ER/Trauma departments so it was a big stretch for me but wanted to ride with my sons

Hey Kevin, been riding since a kid, now 72. Graduated from a home made mini bike, to a Honda cb360, HD Sportster XLCH kicker, KZ 900, then into Harley baggers. Now that I’m older and the knees are starting to weaken, I’m downsizing. Lost 300lbs of bike by getting a Softail Standard. No bags, no faring/windshield or long trips planned, and my knees are thanking me! As long as I can see well and reflexes are good, I will ride till some body parts disagree. And if I have to downsize again, so be it.

My solution (I'm now 65) was downsizing. Started riding at 13; didn't get a big motorcycle until the late 80s (KZ1000) and later owned a ZRX-1200 and ZX-14. 4 years ago I downsized to a Z400--it's light, quick, fun as hell, and reminds me of the RD350 I owned in college. There are lots of small motorcycles out now, thank goodness--I just wish someone would make a light 2-stroke EFI for us old 2-smokers. Great video BTW!

I've been riding since I was 14. I've ridden many, many different bikes. Just before my 76th birthday i traded in my Goldwing with 80K miles (on which I had completed an Iron Butt) for a CB500X duel sport. My first ride was 4.5 hours. My second ride was 7.5 hours all on highways and interstate (at 75mph). Love this bike. It's like riding a bicycle compared to the GoldWing. I'm riding a lot more dirt than I have in 50 years because my state has a LOT of forest service roads. I do plan to take the MSF advanced course again this year to really evaluate my skill level again.

I'm 56 and the heaviest bike I have in my garage is a 550# Bonneville. I decided to go with a middleweight sport-tourer that weighs 450# wet, and I added hard cases and a top box. It works fine because 300-350 miles per day is all I care to do nowadays. Spent 2 days at ChampSchool last September in 105+ degrees weather. Full gear in that heat was enough to talk me out of track days, at least in the summertime.

I’m 57 still love riding but sadly the progression of osteoarthritis probably has given me a shelf life of a couple of years left. Still this year have a 1000 plus mile road trip planned. I’ll enjoy every moment while I still can🙂👍🏻

Thanks for your great channel! Im 74, been riding since I was 16. I still ride both vintage and modern trials competition (TY175/TRS250) as well as some ice racing(CRF100) and street riding my KTM390 Duke. Lots of the guys I ride trials with are my age or thereabouts so I don’t consider myself gifted or special - especially since I am regularly humbled by my score! I wear all the protective gear I can and wear contact lenses when riding for maximum vision. Naturally I try to stay in shape as much as possible just to continue to ride, even though I know I’m slowly deteriorating. I’m not the rider I used to be but my experience and focus on safety are what keep me out of trouble. As Clint Eastwood says : Don’t let the old man in.

G'day MCr. Just turned 65, and have been riding for the last 50 years. Had to downsize from my fjr1300 to a Royal Enfield 650 Interceptor due to major spinal damage ,(Aussie vet) suffererd a long time ago, but final caught up with me! The nerves in both legs are now pretty useless, and walking is becoming a major problem. As you say mate, you can adapt to your suit your own problems. Just bought a 2024 Z900 RS-SE for my birthady as it is light enough to move around and hustle around the twisties. My decision to downsize is paying dividends as I still get out on the bikes when the weather permits, but my trips are now shorter, and I rest when I feel like it. Will certainly consider a trike when the time comes to get off two wheels. Great stuff as usual brother, so stay safe and have fun. Cheers from Oz.

Good stuff thanks for sharing

I'm 60 and have just bought my first ever bike having never ridden before. It's only a 50cc, just wanted to start small and see if I really took to it or not! I have. I LOVE it! So moving on to a 125cc very soon. In the UK we can ride a trike up to 300cc on a full driving license without a full test. I may do that. However, I know my limitations and certainly know my limited skill levels probably won't take me beyond a 300cc. Wish I'd done it earlier but with kids and the finances it just wasn't possible . I'm just glad I've started now! Ride safe all.

Welll I'm 70 years old and I crashed, totaled my liter bike. I had known for a few years that the bike was becoming harder to handle , too heavy to push and not being able to pick it up if I dropped it. After the crash and a couple of months of getting well I bought a Honda Rebel 500 with ABS. The rebel filled all the gaps that I needed. I no longer cruse over 400 miles as I did when I was younger so the 500 is perfect. In another 10 years I might be on a Gram LOL, who knows. Great vid and we don't stay younger forever.

I'm 60 and riding touring bikes now... Rode Crotch rockets since mid 1980s, first cruiser in 2006. I workout jog lift weights etc.. Still ride cross country but now enjoy the scenery!! That is enjoy stops history markers etc... Have no issue going to 3 wheels later.

I'll be 75 next month and still ride sport bikes and just finished building a drag bike for racing this season, my reflexes are still relatively good and I lift weights three times a week and speed walk 5 miles or more a day. I plan to continue riding as long as my reflexes and health are good.

Started riding when I was 12, got a license to ride when I was 14. Have hundreds of thousands of miles under my belt. Ridden all over the western US and Canada. I live in Colorado and My career gave me allot of vacation time. I took a 2 week camping/riding trip every summer for decades. Y Kawasaki Concours and Triumph Sprint ST were my favorites of all the bikes I rode. At 70, my mind just told me to stop. I sold my Triumph Sprint ST 3 summers ago. Do I miss it, of course. But my wife of 54 years is happy and relieved I quit, so that makes it a good thing. Have a great ride and keep the rubber on the ground.

There must be a convergence in the moto vlogging world. I posted a video on this subject the same day you did. And I saw other similar videos appearing as well. All of us old guys must be hearing the distant sound of the bells. Seriously though, it's a good subject to stay aware of and you did an outstanding job as usual highlighting the slow and subtle changes as we age that can build up and cause problems. At almost 70 I've had to make some adjustments in terms of reducing the size of my motorcycles, factoring in changes in hearing and vision, and pondering the wisdom or riding off road alone anymore in remote places. I'll be sad when the day to stop comes but until then I'll enjoy riding in whatever form I can.

@oaken8

3 ай бұрын

At 65 I have come back to motorcycling after 20 years on 4 wheels. I got an old XR400 first to reclaim some muscle memory and practice some slow turns. I then got a 1200 R9t retro roadster and took to it strait away. Now have GS1250 with lots of legroom to accommodate my dodgy knees. Reckon I’ll be riding this for a good few years. Now my point is that after 20 years without, I noticed a considerable reduction in reaction time that I only managed to reduce a little with practice. Fortunately, in most cases,with age comes wisdom and common sense, and that can compensate to some degree. I agree with previous comments, stop when it stops being fun.

I'm 60 and just added a new aprilia tuono 1100 factory v4 to collection. 6 other bikes and mad as a brush. Age is only a number keep her lit ❤

I just turned 63 and have been out of the saddle for about 20 years. I just bought me an Electra Glide and anxious to get back on the road.

I will be 73 in May been riding since 1970 take to yrs off for military service I walk two miles daily.Good health Strong legs and upper body.Some achs and pain lots of 400 miles days yet.Did 900 mile day when I was 70.Planing on Sturgis this yr

I am 73 and currently trying to answer that question.

Great Vid and Commentary. I have already done some of the things you reference. I have dropped down from a much heavier 1000cc Machine to a Suzuki Bandit 650GSF. It is much lighter to "Manhandle" exactly the points you raised. I have found the Suzi very quick all about power to weight? Very nimble footed, got great balance and manouvers really well, great fun to ride. Wish i had done it years ago, much, much better on fuel. I am an ex-British Marine and still am reasonably fit & strong. But one thing you learn in the Marines is your body. I decided once i am not strong enough to manage the bike around my home and out on the road at lights etc..I will Retire. My sight is still good i always do the basic sight tests and keep up the Eye Tests. That is crucial. I try hard to keep my mind as sharp as possible but my recall is not as good. Age creeps up on you and ever since my 70th somehow i feel older? I use my Bicycle frequently to keep the limbs exercised i go for endurance riding, 20 30 miles each time and i feel huge benefit. It keeps the heart and lungs tested and as strong as i can manage. I fell out of the apple tree in the autumn when pruning this year really foolish idiot, pulled too hard on a cut branch and ended up doing another parachute landing on my shoulder and hip from about 15feet which at my age aint done me much good. Again, i believe you have to exercise injuries where my bicycle helps me hugely again. So yes your points are great, i still find i retain focus and reactions are pretty good. But i think your advice was brilliant. Giving up my bike is going to be very hard. I wont go anywhere near an electric machine - That's not a Motorbike it is a massive ego trip for people with too much money! Sod all to do with the environment care. Thanks for the vid, superb!

Very good video.

I rode till age 75, the last two years I rode a Yamaha 600cc sport bike. Very fast but light which makes them easier to manage in busy traffic, parking lots etc..

Good stuff! I've had my 1800VTX since 2006, but seriously considering selling it and going back to a 750 for more easy handling and weight. Love my 1800, but it weights about 40 tons and I just don't need all that. Loving the content!

I'm 71 and until I watched this video, I've never thought about being too old to ride. Guess I should be sometime.... but not for a while yet. I ride a 2017 Road King with 50,000 miles on it.

Began motorcycling at age of 56. Turn 60 this year. Will keep enjoying what I’ve always wanted to do until I can’t.

Thanks Kevin. Great job. Good info. God bless. Happy trails.