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justin_o_guy2 Serious Thumper Offline What happened? Posts: 55279 East Texas, 1/2 dallas/la.	Re: Tire wear question..... Reply #15 - 06/25/16 at 06:40:50 I would so buy you a beer,,
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Re: Tire wear question.....
Reply #16 - 06/25/16 at 06:51:37

Kenny G wrote on 06/24/16 at 21:47:43:

Dawg,

It has been my experience with riding during our senior years is that it improves one's balance.

When we first moved to Texas, almost 10 years ago, I thought I was finished riding for the rest my life and especially because of the wind and the heat. After two bad falls, my physician suggested that I ride a bicycle to improve my balance. I went around the block once and parked the bike.

I drove into Argyle and bought a Yamaha V-star and that was how I improved my balance. I haven't had a fall since.

The best ridin' in your life starts after you retire.

Kenny G

Kenny.... you is tugging at my heart strings bro Grin

I do believe what you say.
I turn tricks around younger guys at work, and they know it.
They are already whining about me retiring and not being able to meet our rate when I'm gone, uh, how bout stepping it up young'ns and pulling your weight, WHICH, since I've shed a lot, has improved my life/riding immensely, and I can see how actively riding is part of that success.
I see guys my age already rotting away.....
To be fair, I don't know if they have physical limitations that are contributing to their state...

The summers here are a blessing for sure. People work all year just to be able to spend it here on vacation....
This will be a hard time to NOT ride, in our long sunlit summer days.

Thank you!

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Reply #17 - 06/25/16 at 07:02:11

Paladin. wrote on 06/25/16 at 06:04:03:

raydawg wrote on 06/24/16 at 19:51:25:

... Not sure I want to chance a slip and fall in my 60's Embarrassed

Depends on your health and how "old" you are. My family has heart disease. Pappy died age 43. I had an attack at age 50. At age 63 I got a triple bypass and a stroke that left me with aphasia and an ejection factor of 20-25%. Retired at 65. At 66 I killed the Savage and got the Vespa so I didn't need to swing a leg over a saddle. About 3 months ago, at 69, I dropped the scoot. A bit of road rash, no big deal. A month ago I did it again, less road rash but fell on the right shoulder tearing ligaments and breaking four ribs. I figured I should stop riding before I got really hurt. Not to mention that I wasn't enjoying wearing the darn helmet.

Your mileage will vary.

Dude I'm amazed you can even type out a response Wink

You've been through the grinder for sure mate.....
Tho your body seems to have abandoned you, your mind appears to have taken up the slack.
I appreciate what you shared and see the wisdom it holds.
I am not one who welcomes pain as a badge of machismo, nor do I enjoy the euphoria of the pain killers Cool

But I do get off on the feel of freedom, as I cruise down these island roads untethered , almost like flying.....
Its a rush like no other I known.
However, I will need to put others first, and listen to those who have a vested need in me being their for them.....
Not an easy task for a guy who has been pretty selfish all his life Sad

Sorry for your life hurdles, but I am glad you share your experience at overcoming them with others, that is what makes life work

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raydawg Serious Thumper Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 11551 pacific northwest Gender:	Re: Tire wear question..... Reply #18 - 06/25/16 at 07:05:09 justin_o_guy2 wrote on 06/25/16 at 06:40:50: I would so buy you a beer,, Last time I drank I ended up nekked..... You still game?
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justin_o_guy2 Serious Thumper Offline What happened? Posts: 55279 East Texas, 1/2 dallas/la.	Re: Tire wear question..... Reply #19 - 06/25/16 at 10:17:41 I'll wear shades.. Very, very Dark, shades..
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Dave YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 18101 Camp Springs, Kentucky Gender:	Re: Tire wear question..... Reply #20 - 06/25/16 at 10:21:26 raydawg wrote on 06/25/16 at 07:05:09: justin_o_guy2 wrote on 06/25/16 at 06:40:50: I would so buy you a beer,, Last time I drank I ended up nekked..... You still game? Yikes! I aint getting in that game.
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Re: Third time's the charm
Reply #21 - 06/26/16 at 01:35:40

raydawg wrote on 06/25/16 at 07:02:11:

... Sorry for your life hurdles, but I am glad you share your experience at overcoming them with others, that is what makes life work

Simple Definition of Mentor : someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced and often younger person.

Near 30 years ago Roy N. was one of my mentors. Taught me to "Make it mo' better." "Good enough" isn't. He retired about 20 years ago. 4 years ago he made it to my Retirement Breakfast. He is still my Mentor. He told me "We ALL have problems -- deal with it."

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justin_o_guy2 Serious Thumper Offline What happened? Posts: 55279 East Texas, 1/2 dallas/la.	Re: Tire wear question..... Reply #22 - 06/26/16 at 02:45:34 Dave, I can find a blindfold for you. And nobody says anyone hasta get nekked. I might even wear gloves,, I don't know how much beer was involved or just how frisky that guy gets..
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raydawg Serious Thumper Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 11551 pacific northwest Gender:	Re: Tire wear question..... Reply #23 - 06/26/16 at 08:11:17 justin_o_guy2 wrote on 06/26/16 at 02:45:34: Dave, I can find a blindfold for you. And nobody says anyone hasta get nekked. I might even wear gloves,, I don't know how much beer was involved or just how frisky that guy gets.. Dave, Jog likes hitting his head, nuff said
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