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What activity do you refuse to give up? How do you adapt to age?
Aging Well | Last Active: Jul 31, 2025 | Replies (153)Comment receiving replies
I am 65 and have been debating whether or not I should continue riding my motorcycle. I still enjoy it and while I've made adjustments i don't feel like I've slowed down reflex wise, enough to stop!
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@therev1959 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! My husband turned 70 this year, and has asked himself the same questions. He has over 500,000 miles on motorcycles, and in fact leaves in a couple days for a 5 day camping trip, pulling his tent trailer behind his Goldwing!
Many older folk morph to a trike setup, to gain more confidence and stability. Factors to take into consideration is your general health, any medications you're taking, safety issues. Here is a link with some good points to consider: https://www.mcrider.com/all-older-riders-lose-this-how-it-affects-your-safety-on-a-motorcycle/
My husband has his Goldwing, plus a CanAm Ryker Rally [3 wheel] and a Suzuki V-Strom 850 dual sport. Getting enjoyment from your motorcycle riding is one way to stay young!
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Be careful
Check with your physician
If you are not confident in your skills riding. It may be time to stop. Just a thought