2007-09-15 07:53:03 · 23 answers · asked by ? 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
your only as old as you want to be, and no, 47 is not too old to learn.Although I've been riding since I was ten ( I'm 51 now) I intend to ride well into my late 60's at least. My goal being to hit sturgis again at age 70.
At age 47, your old enough to have learned caution, and hopefully gotten the wildness out of your system. Bikes are darn dangerous at the best of times, adding immaturity to the mix makes it a sure fire way to get hurt. My suggestion would be for you to pick up a dirt bike in the 175 to 250 cc class to learn and practice on. Even though the dirt is a lot more forgiving than pavement, be sure you wear the proper safety equipment. Boots, tough pants, long sleeved shirt, helmet, gloves are all the bare minimum for safety. Remember, there are only two kinds of riders, those who have been knocked down, and those who are going to be knocked down.
Ride safe
2007-09-15 10:30:43 · answer #1 · answered by randy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nah dude you go for it. Just don't start out on anything huge like a Honda Gold Wing or Harley Davidson Road King. Don't get me wrong, they're great bikes and if you want something that big then you should get it, just not at first. They're too heavy for a beginner. I'd recommend finding a Buell that you like. They're light, easy to ride, very inexpensive and great on insurance too. It will give you the confidence and experience needed for when you get what you really want, though lots who start on Buells do stay on them. They're nice bikes too, Buell is a Harley Davidson Company. If you want something a little more flashy or if you're still making up your mind what kind of bike to get then consider a Suzuki V-Strom. They're not very expensive either, and the V-Strom is what you call a Sport Touring model. It's a cross between the sport bike and the cruiser. It has all the power and sleek look of a crotch rocket but you have a more upright riding position like a cruiser. I have a V-Strom 650 and a Buell Blast myself. Below are the links to the Buell Blast page and the V-Strom page.
2007-09-15 11:23:18 · answer #2 · answered by Josh 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can learn to ride at your age -- but don't make the "midlife crisis" mistake of buying a heavy cruiser as your first motorcycle. Take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course. Then buy a USED 250cc bike like Honda Rebel or a Kawasaki Ninja 250. After riding that around for a few months, sell it and buy the bike of your dreams.
Preserve nature; always wear your helmet.
2007-09-15 11:18:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
GO FOR IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You are never to old to learn a new skill, and riding a motorcycle can save you big money in the warmer months.
Take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's beginning riders course to get a good start and enjoy.
Ride Safe
2007-09-15 14:34:47 · answer #4 · answered by csburridge 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your only as old as you feel. You can learn to ride a motorcycle at any age. Take a MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation) riding class. They'll teach you to ride and help you get your license. Go for it, you won't regret it and will end up asking yourself why you didn't do it sooner. Welcome to the brotherhood of riders.
2007-09-16 07:08:40 · answer #5 · answered by BikerBob 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hell no! Go take a motorcycle riding course. It was the best thing I ever did and I already knew how to ride. You will love it!
Ride safe and have fun!!!
2007-09-15 08:09:25 · answer #6 · answered by Brian 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
males from the ages of 42 to 55 are the age group that are the biggest buyers of new bikes.
make sure when you pick out a bike that that bike fits you and ur comfortable, make sure ur feet touch the ground and you have some bend in both ur arms and legs when ur riding the bike
2007-09-15 23:18:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can ride a bicycle you can ride a motorcycle. If not you better learn to ride a bicycle first.
2007-09-15 10:04:04 · answer #8 · answered by ninebadthings 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no. learning to drive a motorcycle is way easier than a car. all u need is a motorcycle and u will be able to drive it in less than 1 month.
2007-09-15 09:29:13 · answer #9 · answered by arye 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never too old! Make sure you choose the right bike. What kind of riding do plan on doing?
2007-09-15 09:01:44 · answer #10 · answered by Chris k 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋