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How old is too old? - 1/19/2006 11:04:14 PM

Repsol1

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My dad grew up as a kid racing motorcycles and stopped shortly after I was born. He has never stopped riding just no more race bikes. I got my Repsol and shortly after riding it, he started talking about buying a new bike. As long as I can remember dad has always had BMW motorcycles except for his cafe racer ( Moto Guzzi ). I was recently visiting him in San Diego after he had jost got out of the hospital from being treated for cancer and decided to get him out of the house. I took him to the local Honda dealer for something to do and he ends up taking a bike out for a test ride. Take in mind the poor man was in a wheel chair 2 days prior. Dad could barely walk and ended up riding The RC51. I could not believe the smile he had when he returned back to the dealer, if only I had a camera. After I helped him get off the bike he says to the salesman I'll take it... How old is to old. Dad is over 60...

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/19/2006 11:34:46 PM

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you may get some grumpy old men from this board yelling at you..lmfao...old...what's old..age is a number...BUT...when you have to have someone help you off the bike....that's a problem...when you were in a wheel chair 2 days prior to being on the bike..that's a problem...I'm all for anyone enjoying the sport..it's a cute story cuz it's your dad and he is not getting younger..but if he can handle the bike..then it's fine..if not..i don't suggest it...RC51 is a big boy...tell your dad good luck...

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 1:02:37 AM

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How old does he feel? If riding brings joy to him, he in turn will be a happier man. Sometimes it's the little things, whether materialistic or not, that can make someone feel so great. It is like a subconsciences healing process.

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 4:16:50 AM

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The 60 year old of today is not like the 60 year old of even 50 years ago adn - thanks to the baby boomers - will be even more active and lively by the time you hit 50. Unless your Dad is mentally incompetent, you'll have to leave the decision up to him.

A number of years ago I had part of my right lung removed because of cancer - it left >12 in scar winding around the side of my chest. The day after they let me out of the hospital, I was out on my bike (didn't have either the XX or the 1000F at that time). I could hardly wait to get home to ride. If he loves to ride like it sounds as if he does, it can be great mental as well as physical PT.
By the way, I'm 69 and still riding my XX and 1000F.
Terry
a female "old codger"

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 6:39:49 AM

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ride it while u can, what if u live past 90 ?
thats 30+ years of wondering what if,
do it today tomorrows a lifetime away, best of luck

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 1:28:00 PM

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Your Never to Old,aslong as you can operate the controls with some sort of skill. Hell man, Ride til ya Die, I will.

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 2:23:53 PM

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A person is never too old to ride, as long as that person can safely operate the motorcycle. In fact, I have a 56 year old friend that road races liter bikes and the guy is trying to get into the Isle of Man TT in the next five years. In the organization that I race with, there's plenty of people in their 60s that are racing. Don't be foold by age, these guys are fast.

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 2:36:37 PM

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105 might be pushing it but under that- fair game!

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 4:00:07 PM

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They let old peopl drive cars, why not ride bikes?

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 7:51:03 PM

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I think a lot depends on his physical condition. I'm 54 and I've got an RC51 and a CBR1000RR Repsol. If he's in good enough shape to ride, then I say go for it.

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 9:09:28 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: CBR Chick

They let old peopl drive cars, why not ride bikes?

lol..i believe they shouldn't let some old people drive cars... hehe...

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/20/2006 11:43:44 PM

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Your dad isn't too old, although he might not be physically up to snuff at the moment. Give him some time to recover and go for a ride with him. My uncle rode until he was in his late 70's, his last ride coming six months before he passed away. As to your question - how old is too old - that varies for each individual and has more to do with mental and physical ability than age.

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/21/2006 3:49:08 AM

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As long as you're physically and mentally capable (although I'm sure there are young riders not mentally capable

) of handling a bike, then by all means, enjoy! Life is too short no matter what age you are!

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/21/2006 9:39:33 AM

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Great story I think if he can handle the bike and it makes him happy he should do it! Also I have a grandfather whos in his late 50s and still riding. Beleive me he still rides like a champ, so I wouldn't be to worried. Oh and +1 on his choice of bike the RC51 !!

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RE: How old is too old? - 1/21/2006 5:20:04 PM

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ORIGINAL: Red Hooter

As long as you're physically and mentally capable (although I'm sure there are young riders not mentally capable ) of handling a bike, then by all means, enjoy! Life is too short no matter what age you are!

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