for the first time in many many years I am bike-less,I put my bike on CL and it sold in two days, the guy pulled up with his Son and his Sons friend in a ford truck,he walked around once I started her up ,he said
"I'll take it" no low balling paid what I asked $3500.
While chatting with the Dad I found out none of them had ridden a bike before,I almost canceled the deal just thinking of my baby with a scratch on it,the boys Dad did say he will not let him ride until he has taken the class.
I was almost in tears as I watched my bike on a truck going down the driveway,I knew I would have to quit eventually, but I realy wasn't ready, I will start in earnest looking for a little Miata, I think then I will save up a few more bucks and buy a basket case bike and just work on it for fun,who knows by the time I finish the bike the feeling in my hand will return, My Sister and I are not giving up I am still doing the massage theropy,and acupuncture. I have consulted an attorny, it looks like he is going to take my case on a no pay no fee arangement   So my friends I will have to get my enjoyment from reading your motorcycle post, if you don't mind ? of course I will still hang around the tall table spreading hate and discontent for the big boys only,wimps can decline.     Mick

You can look at the basket case as therapy too, both physical and mental.  Working with all those small parts should be good for working on dexterity and coordination, etc.  And it'll be a good creative outlet for you!
Glad to hear you'll still be hanging around here too.

Sounds like a way better plan than I would have...
1.   You're movin' on, not wastin' any time moping around... Sell the bike and find a Miata... Enjoy life...
2.   You're not closing any doors behind you... things may still improve physically,... and you may yet ride again...
In the mean time,.. you'll still enjoy life, with a Miata, and a project bike...

Gee,... that sounds so tough, I'm thinking about it myself...  ...

If they can make handicap (no offense Mick) accessable cars with modifications, would it be possible to modify a bike to fit your requirements?  Would a trike be easier to handle?  Just some thoughts.  Glad to see you aren't giving up yet.  

Mick,
You should really think about a sidecar rig. No limit to how you could mix and match the controls; hand shift/foot clutch etc.  The sky is the limit! With a proper re alignment of the triple tree and forks, steering is pretty much effortless. Just a thought. There is enough engineering expertise on this site to figure out just about anything.  Best of luck to you...... Between the acupuncture and massage, you are on the right path. Nerves do heal.  

Buckaroo wrote on 04/16/10 at 07:36:49:

I have given a sidecar rig alot of thought ,used to have one in England
a 500cc BSA M21 ,couldn't pull a wet man out of bed, they can be fun ,
but I'm a bit of a tear arse, and I just love to lay into corners, sometimes if I find one I really like I will keep going around and try it again just to see how fast I can get round it,that was the reason I got the ninja.   Mick

Sorry to hear you no longer ride Mick.  I fear the same thingbecause of my legs.  They have already ended my long rider status.

Phelonius

Mick, for  you to sell your bike had to be a very tough decision. Then to think that you may have to give up riding even tougher.
My heart really goes out to you as well as my arms to give you the strength to keep on going.

Keep up the theraphy and in time those nerves may regenerate and be better than before.
I know how hard it is to have a bike and not be able to ride it. I myself am not sure how long it will take me to heal, yet I have determination and am doing all I can to will myself back. I may have to go thru some p.t. as well.

Your very smart and I have enjoyed reading and learning from your posts. I am happy to read  you will continue to be part of this forum
My best to you and here's a kiss to go with then hugs..