Time to Hang Up the Keys
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Time to Hang Up the Keys
It's going to happen to all of you eventually so enjoy those 2 wheels while you can. I just came back from delivering my 3rd and last scooter, my 2012 Buddy 170i, to a local independent MC shop to sell for me on consignment. The first 2 were my 2014 and 2015 Hooligans respectively. Why 3 scooters? One at home in Seattle. One at my summer home on the Olympic peninsula and one at at a friend's house in Tucson where I spend most of the winter. Now, no more. At close to 85 y.o., I no longer have the confidence in my riding ability to keep on with it. So, time to hang up those keys before something bad happens.
I've really enjoyed being on this forum. It's one of the best out there. I've learned a lot these past 6 years and hopefully I've also made some contributions. Wishing all of you the very best,
Bill in Seattle, signing out
I've really enjoyed being on this forum. It's one of the best out there. I've learned a lot these past 6 years and hopefully I've also made some contributions. Wishing all of you the very best,
Bill in Seattle, signing out
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All of the above. I delivered the last of my 3 scooters to the MC shop that's consigning them this past Thursday. I thought that it was going to be a sad experience and that I would have difficulty letting go. But as I drove off with the shop in the rear view mirror, I actually had a feeling of relief! So, it was clearly time to hang up the keys.sc00ter wrote:Gotta ask, what is the reason? Lack of balance? Reflexes not as sharp? Weak hand and/or leg strength? Had a fall that you have no idea what caused it? None of our darn business? Anyways, I hope you can find a hobby thats just as fun as scooters. Dont wanna loose your sanity.
Bill who is now scooterless in Seattle

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So, what do you have for a hobby? Scooters are a mix of cheap transportation and fun for me, but pinball is our (wife and I) passion. Have no idea why hitting a steel ball around a sheet a plywood is so fun. but we love it! The place we go has around 50 machines at a time plus a few video games. We ride the Burgman to play pinball on nice days. Also go to a bunch of crazy/fun punk, hardcore, metal, grind and weird shows at tiny dive bars. We all know each other like scooters, but what other things do you enjoy?
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Congrats on all the wonderful times you had riding! You're right...It will happen to all of us! I have already have a scooter for when I stop riding vintage and large bikes (keeping the 1990 Yamaha 200). And I am hoping to make it to when I can no longer ride that.
If you felt good about dropping that last one off then it was the right thing for you to do.
But please do stick around. Just because you stopped riding doesn't mean you don't have your experiences. Besides...you're a nice guy to have around!
If you felt good about dropping that last one off then it was the right thing for you to do.
But please do stick around. Just because you stopped riding doesn't mean you don't have your experiences. Besides...you're a nice guy to have around!
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'06 Cream Buddy 125, 11 Blur 220, 13 BMW C 650 GT, 68 Vespa SS180, 64 Vespa GS MK II, 65 Lambretta TV 175, 67 Vespa GT, 64 Vespa 150 VBB 64 Vespa GL
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Thanks for your endorsement and the rest of you who have said equally kind things. OK, from now on consider me a "Member Emeritus"!BuddyRaton wrote:Congrats on all the wonderful times you had riding! You're right...It will happen to all of us! I have already have a scooter for when I stop riding vintage and large bikes (keeping the 1990 Yamaha 200). And I am hoping to make it to when I can no longer ride that.
If you felt good about dropping that last one off then it was the right thing for you to do.
But please do stick around. Just because you stopped riding doesn't mean you don't have your experiences. Besides...you're a nice guy to have around!
Bill in Seattle

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I feel your pain more than you know. I have had a total of 4 strokes in the last 12 months. One year ago the left side of my body was paralyzed and I did not recognize employees that worked for me for years when they came to visit.
I have recovered in a way that nobody ever expected. i passed my driving test in August when the doctors said I should be in assisted living. The mind is a powerful tool when you are determined.
Anyway, after 30 years of riding, I am selling all my bikes except for my Vespa Rally 180. I do not have the balance to ride right now and they are just parked in the garage. My girlfriend did not want to ride without me so, we sold the Ducati she rode in December.
In another year or two I will own a sidecar rig. Either BMW, Ural or Vespa.
Just because I do not ride, does not mean it is not in my blood. I go to all the bike nights I used to. I still go to the events, I just drive and nobody cares. I am also still on the forums and enjoy them.
2 wheels is part of my DNA and always will be.
BTW, I consider "Most Likely to Spontaneously Combust" a badge of honor.
Dave
I have recovered in a way that nobody ever expected. i passed my driving test in August when the doctors said I should be in assisted living. The mind is a powerful tool when you are determined.
Anyway, after 30 years of riding, I am selling all my bikes except for my Vespa Rally 180. I do not have the balance to ride right now and they are just parked in the garage. My girlfriend did not want to ride without me so, we sold the Ducati she rode in December.
In another year or two I will own a sidecar rig. Either BMW, Ural or Vespa.
Just because I do not ride, does not mean it is not in my blood. I go to all the bike nights I used to. I still go to the events, I just drive and nobody cares. I am also still on the forums and enjoy them.
2 wheels is part of my DNA and always will be.
BTW, I consider "Most Likely to Spontaneously Combust" a badge of honor.
Dave
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