Softail Days Coming To An End
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Joined: Jan 2009
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From: East Tn Foot of The Dragon
I am 65 and likely riding my last bike. There is much that goes into a decision not to ride anymore, usually not financial. The phrase "I ain't as good as I once was" comes to mind. At Fatboy's age and mine, eyesight, strength, coordination, hips, joints, back, hips etc decline. A wise man knows his limitations (Clint Eastwood) and no room for error on 2 wheels. I have not made my decision as of yet, but I am starting to think about owning my last bike, my last pair of good leather boots, my last tuner, my last set of new tires. I wish Fatboy good luck in the future
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Joined: Jul 2009
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From: Virginia
I am 65 and likely riding my last bike. There is much that goes into a decision not to ride anymore, usually not financial. The phrase "I ain't as good as I once was" comes to mind. At Fatboy's age and mine, eyesight, strength, coordination, hips, joints, back, hips etc decline. A wise man knows his limitations (Clint Eastwood) and no room for error on 2 wheels. I have not made my decision as of yet, but I am starting to think about owning my last bike, my last pair of good leather boots, my last tuner, my last set of new tires. I wish Fatboy good luck in the future
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From: Hog Hollow,Tn.
Man, I've been looking for a nice custom chopper to buy for my 64th birthday. I spent most of my adult life locked up in a freight truck, I feel like someone finally let me free. Had a Harley since the early 70''s and still have several. Sorry to see you go but it is your choice, Happy trails.
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Joined: Nov 2015
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From: Frederick, MD
I'm 47. You are correct.
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Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Alabama
Depends how good your genes are and how much mileage you've put on your body. Most people it's 40. My family, it's more like 50.
The second you start needing any kind of supplement, get your *** to a gym because it's already started for you and you're behind already.
The second you start needing any kind of supplement, get your *** to a gym because it's already started for you and you're behind already.