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On a slightly less positive note, think carefully about security too. I know there are some less pleasant areas in Telford. Sadly something else that has changed is thieving - anything with an engine and two wheels is game these days. ____________________ TG. |
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Layers of different things to make it not worth the trouble but as much security as you can be bothered with ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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Add some razor wire and you're all set ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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benjibutton wrote: | Well, been to a dealers today - bums on seats - or not! Found difficulty in balancing to get leg over - no smutty jokes please I feel crap enough. They suggested for "someone of my years and lack of agility", a scooter or maxi scooter was the answer. |
OK, well, you have options. Don't get down on yourself; the dream is still within reach. Option 1 is to take the dealer's advice. Scooters are cool, and you can experience the thrill on a smaller scale. If you don't want twist-and-go, you can find an older Vespa with clutch and four speed shifter on the left handgrip. Here is a pic from a scooter rally I attended back in 2004. I found hundreds of like minded people who all shared a love of riding two wheels.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51250588055_55c9ce7708_c.jpg
Option 2, consider a side car. Not for everyone, and a physical workout to ride and to turn. But few vehicles grab people's attention quite like a moto with a side car.
Option 3 is a trike, something like a CanAm Spyder. Fast and exhilarating; but if that is not your cup of tea, then maybe a Harley trike.
I hope you do not give up on your dream. Don't let one bad afternoon sour you on riding again. Good luck ____________________ History shows again and again how nature points out the folly of men - BOC |
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If you've just got a problem getting your leg over your doctor can prescribe pills that might help you might consider a cruiser ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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I started off with a Keeway Superlight (a tiddly little 125) faux-cruiser and my recollections are that it was very low to the ground in so far as seat height. But you not need to suffer that: probably a nice little Virago, Bolt, Shadow, that sort of thing.
Foot plates over pegs are nice, a seat with a back rest... if you can get to "I can just about manage this" then there are lots of comfort options to investigate.
That and once you get out in the world and start meeting other bikers you'll find people who'd be more than happy to help you out. ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 2 years, 314 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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