Am I too old?

Question

I will turn 30 next year, but I just recently got the urge to start riding motorcycles!!! It's not just a fly by night thing either. Besides my family, it is all I think about day and night. That's a little exaggerate, but you get the point. Should I do it or not?

All of you are giving great answers. Except the organ donor guy!!! WTF

Answer 1

Yes you are too old! In fact all you should be trying think about is where can you get Geritol cheap!
I on the other hand got back on a motorcycle at age 40 and it has really increased my circle of friends and improved my social life.
Be safe and I'll see you on the road.

Answer 2

Chris in the 70's when I was in my 30's I rode about 5 years an quit.
Dec.2005 at 59 yrs old I had a 7 way bypass, before the op. I promised me an my family I would buy a bike if I lived. 4 weeks after getting home I bought a 06 Yamaha Virago 250cc v-twin an rode most every day of 2006, put nearly 2,500 miles on it in 10 months. I bout the bike that size because I wasn't even healed from surgery but fell in love with it. Not have near 5,500 miles on it.
so we are never to old to ride if we have the desire. This summer I took 2 short trips totaling about 500 miles. LOVEEE it.
Jim

Answer 3

Hell no! I have been a bicyclist for 17 years, and had never even considered motorcycles. No reason, they just weren't on my radar. Then one day at work some coworkers were talking about them, and since I didn't know anything about motorcycling I started to get interested.

I picked up all the motorcycling magazines, read all the books, and did a LOT of research before I told my wife I was considering a motorcycle. After a few seconds of thought she said, "Okay. Be careful, though."

At the time, the Suzuki SV650 had just gotten fuel injection and was touted as one of the best naked starter bikes for the price. EVERY magazine loved it, and after signing up for an MSF course and buying a sweet Shoei on closeout with a jacket and gloves, I bought my first motorcycle: a new 2003 SV650S, and learned with the first twist of the throttle that even a "small" bike was worlds away from the 250cc Nighthawk the MSF course used!

Every day I went out and practiced for about an hour around the neighborhoods, trying very hard to UNDERSTAND what I was doing and get my body to learn and coordinate all the new motions motorcycling requires.

I learned to countersteer and lean effectively, how to downshift properly, and to stay off the rear brake lever. I still remember the first time I scooted a cheek off the seat and LEANED into a turn, and though the pavement was rushing past underneath me while the bike was "over there", it felt natural and smooth and AWESOME!

Sadly, my SV was totaled by my insurance company when a woman in front of me who rode her brake pedal suddenly rear-ended the SUV in front of her. I tried hard, but didn't quite miss her, and flew over her car. The next lesson I learned was how effective motorcycle gear is at saving your bacon! My knee hurt from hitting her car as I went over, and my hand was sore from landing on it, but otherwise I was able to walk away from the accident and was back to work the next day.

WEAR YOUR GEAR!!!

I'm now riding a 2006 Kawasaki ZZR600, and despite missing fuel injection I have adjustable suspension, and for me that has made a HUGE difference. I wear full leathers when I ride, and I love to lean into fast corners. My wife didn't bat an eye about getting a new bike to replace my SV, and loves to ride on the back with me.

I am 35 years old, and started riding when I was 30- just like you. Us "old" guys have the advantage of understanding our own mortality, and it lets us proceed more cautiously than some teenage twit, learning more in the process.

You'll find that insurance is very low, and the amount you save in gas will nearly make the payment on your bike. Take it easy, take an MSF course, buy good gear, and enjoy yourself!

Answer 4

I started at 18, will be 74 in a couple of months, has been only about 6 months of this time I have not had at least 1 bike. About 1/2 million miles so far, afraid I will not last long enough to make a million, but trying. Just keep cool, take a good course, never ride over your head, and watch the cars/trucks. Hope to meet you on theroad sometime.

Cheers,

Tomcotexas

Answer 5

I took up riding in 2005... I am now 48 years old. I got a 600cc Honda Silverwing and I love it. 60+ MPG and that 3.4 gallon tank will last a week.

My parents were members of AMA, TMRA, Retreads and the San Jacinto Highrollers... great networking... my dad was a chiropractor.

I do suggest taking the Motorcycle Safety Foundation BasicRider Course FIRST before buying anything. You will get a lot of insight, and you will also get out of doing the practical at the DMV when you get the license.

Answer 6

I restored an old bike last spring to ride from California to Colorado and back with two friend who had new bikes. I chose an old bike solely for the one ride and I was going to sell it after the ride and try to recoup my costs. I had so much fun riding through the deserts and mountains and camaraderie of other 'bikers' I am going to continue riding. I am 66 years old. It is a risky sport at best and absolutely dangerous if you are foolish. Be careful . If you haven't ridden before consider taking a class.

Answer 7

The urge to ride a bike hits all of us at different ages. Be glad you've been bitten and won't have to live the rest of your life not experiencing the greatest feeling there is. Get a bike, hit the rode and feel the wind in your face. Don't sit on the sidelines when you could be out there having the time of your life.

Answer 8

No, Although I've never owned a motorcycle I have had a ton of atv's, dirt bikes, minibikes etc. Riding is what my life revolves around. I want to get a dual sport this spring. It's nice to clear your head and just listen to the purr as you soak up the scenery.

Answer 9

Heck no,your never to old to rock n roll or ride a motorcycle ether. I started when i was about 27 yo and i love it. I resently started riding in the dirt a little ,i regret thet i did'nt start earlyer in life. So go follow your dream,ride safe.

Answer 10

Okay, I'm 63 and began riding before you were born. I'll stop when:
I'm killed on a bike...
I'm confined to a care home...
I stroke out because the weather's too shi**y to ride...
My ultimate dream is to find a nympho who falls in love with me and owns a Harley dealership...
So yeah, I'd say go for it...yer already missing the best part of your life...