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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I learned to ride a motorcycle at the age of 42.  Now, there's a few factors to take into consideration.

1. Why does he want to ride?  Is it to relax or for an adrenaline rush?  I learned to ride so I could take relaxing rides on weekends and sometimes ride into work.

2. What type of motorcycle is he looking at purchasing?  If it's a sport bike that is a red flag.  If it's a cruisers it's different.  I purchase a cruiser where you sit more upright.  It's not about speed.  It's about comfort.

3. Where he learns is important.  The best motorcycle school train you to realize to always ride defensively.  Always assume no one can see you at all times.  Always yield to cars, people, etc.  You need to have the right mentality for it.

After all these years I have yet to come close to an accident.  However, since the pandemic I have not ridden as often since it's clear more and more cars on the road do not pay attention.  But, this goes back to when he will ride.  If he's riding in a group relaxing on the weekends I wouldn't worry.  If he's buying a sports bike and going 90mph weaving through traffic I would worry.[/quote]

I think that this is a sensible answer.

I ride horses. I used to enjoy riding hot horses and doing high risk sports with them. Now that others are dependent on me, I still ride, but in a much less extreme way. My current horse is young, but she's phlegmatic and built like a sofa.[/quote]

Exactly, a person can still do "risky" things just with more caution.

1. Discuss the type of motorcycle he's getting.  Agree on a non-sports bike.
2. Confirm learning from a property motorcycle school.
3. Wear protective gear.  Don't wear normal clothes (that's stupid).  For those who don't know motorcycle gear has plastic plates throughout areas to protect in case of crashes.  Purchase a quality helmet.
4. Ride when there is less traffic.  I used to ride the entire GWP on Saturday or Sunday mornings.  Very few cars.  Very relaxing.

There are ways to minimize the risk.  Also, getting him to ride with a group (or at least one other rider) makes a huge difference.  Groups of riders are always safer.[/quote]

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