7 Most Common Reasons People Stop Riding Motorcycles

[@thedon217]

I lost my leg in 2018 while on my harley because of an old lady running her stop sign. 9 months after I finally got back on my harley and have been riding ever since. Even rode from California to Sturgis south Dakota in 2020 and 2021. My name is Donny and even if I had no legs I'd still ride. Don't quit doing what you love in this life. I'm 31 now lost my leg when I was 25. Motorcycles truly give the most freedom

[@DCweldingAndArt]

Honda nc750 will figure something out for ya if so lol(auto clutch) really only need your hands. Lol or maybe HD will get into the autoclutch industry 😂 that will be a big day for HD. Haven't heard of any so far. Awesome story my man. Love the passion. I'm hooked myself. Finally started at 35. I'm 37 now and settled upon kawasaki versys650 with dual sport tires out in the gravel road country of the Midwest. I just love it. The way I feel after a ride has such a natural high. Like, "hmmm, life is good" type of feeling. My dad about died on bmw1300 but he admitted twisties in the rain at night was dumb. I will try my VERY best, to never be dumb, and avoid dumb people...but at the worst, hope I can hop back on the way u have. Good luck brother

[@bigdaddybtc2935]

Who needs a rear brake anyway brother glad you're alright

[@dennisgrubbs1929]

Ride On

[@thedon217]

@bigdaddybtc2935 i created a bracket so I was able to use my back brake until I had enough bend in my knee for mid controls. Been really thinking about the rear hand brake set up.

[@tjclarke4604]

I am almost 50. I have been riding since I was 7, and I was also a competition motocross racer in my late teens and 20's, and yes, lots of crashes doing that, some injuries, mostly to my pride. I even wore a diamond 1 at one point. What I am saying is that I ride. It is in my blood. I took a few years off during some financial difficulty when I had to sell one of my bikes, but it bothered me not being on two wheels. It didn't take long, however, for me to get back in the saddle and start riding again, scooping up several bikes. I got back into the scene really fast, and forged great friendships with so many fantastic people. Now, my lady rides with me, my daughter who is in her teens rides too, and we all travel with great people and go all sorts of places. I put more miles on motorcycles than any car I have ever owned. I have absolutely zero intention of giving up motorcycling. Proper gear, good training, and practice will keep you safe, and the wind therapy, the friendships, and the adventures are priceless. Keep the shiny side up! MLLH&R

[@logangodofcandy]

Unless I specifically wanted not to ride, I would at least have a very affordable used 500 or something

[@baddriver3580]

Age and injury will win out in time, ride while you are younger! 🙏

[@MidgetPunter]

I feel you 100%. My son will turn 15 in a few months and he doesn't want a car..he wants a bike. He wants to ride with me. His mom without missing a beat said "ok". Which i was surprised as he is her baby boy. She won't tell him but she's admitted to me it scares the hell out of her but she knows how much I love riding and she wants to give her son the ability to possibly have something to love and enjoy like I do. He has baseball which he will play through college but she would rather him learn to ride with me next to him versus as a young dumb kid like I did. My son is also excited to go ride with my uncle who we expected to pass away a year ago from rectal cancer. He did ask my dad which is his GPA if my dad will buy another bike if he is riding. My dad said no but then told me he would love to go riding with his grandson and son. So I'm hoping it will get him back on a bike even if it's a trike so my mom is more comfortable being on the back with him.

[@JohnMcClain-p9t]

I quit riding and sold half a dozen bikes and a ton of parts and metal when I got married to a woman with two kids. I began riding again when our daughter reached her teens and she came to love riding as much as I did. I quit again when my wife became bedridden with M.S. more than a decade ago, and got back on the bikes after she died. I hope to ride to the day I die, I've had several crashes over the decades since the early seventies well including a few in "cages". Life is inherently dangerous, "no one gets out alive" is an absolute fact, and the inherent risks on a bike are mitigated by the better view and maneuverability the bike offers. The iron horse still has a place in freedom for me. One of my bikes is less than two decades old, the rest range from twenty-five to eighty-two. They are all investments in freedom I've enjoyed since entering my teens in the early seventies.

[@cintroberts6614]

Inflation and Bidens economy finally got to me, I sold my Electra glide last week after 45 years of riding. I just couldn't afford to keep decent tires on it.

[@tylerlower5140]

I was in a head on collision with a Ford explorer at about 50 mph last year. I had to get another bike. I bought a road king a couple months ago. Love it.

[@ralphrotten6912]

Stopped and restarted riding for all the reasons you talked about. 70 years old now and been riding off and on for over 50 years now. Riding is now strictly hobby so I ride when I want as I want. Picking and chosing when I ride makes it much safer. Or so it seems.... I'll stop when I can't physically do it anymore.

[@JohnMcClain-p9t]

I'm 67 next month and I hope to still be riding to the end. I've always considered it "the iron horse", and should've been a cowboy syndrome. Been out on an old Triumph with my niece most recently and I'm building a bike for her right now, and old one early sixties.

[@123edwardzpad]

​@@JohnMcClain-p9tThat is really great.

[@JohnMcClain-p9t]

People like you keep me going!

[@ralphrotten6912]

@JohnMcClain-p9t Glad to hear I'm not the only one riding Triumphs. Started out on a 1960 Bonneville, had others. Got a new 2023 Bonneville 2 years ago. Keep riding!

[@JohnMcClain-p9t]

@@ralphrotten6912 Miles of smiles!

[@stephenpiasecki7984]

been riding street 48 years and still hit a parking lot couple times a week its fun and keeps me sharp at 64 soon to be 65! always learning!

[@apexxxx10]

*I am a septuagenerian KAWASAKI 650 rider. Also a double TKR with infection survivor. I started riding after four years of orthopedic surgeries in Sweden and here in THAILAND 🇹🇭 I love riding my “KAWA” full tilt here on the back roads in the northern Thai hinterland. “Johnny BikeSanooK!”*

[@jamessouthworth1699]

The motorcycle hobby is getting much more expensive than when I started riding. Because of this I don't ride as much as I used to. Parts and maintenance cost so much now that I no longer daily ride. I mostly save the bike for planned motorcycle trips and special rides.

[@JamesHoots]

Invest in GAP .. make sure that is part of the deal

[@Whiskers74]

I went down last Thursday night. Broken toe, bruised lung, 4 broken ribs, and a 4 day stint in hospital and I'm already itching to ride again. Physically not being able to reach my bars, and being dosed up to my eyeballs on opiates is all that's stopping me getting back on 2 wheels now. Hopefully it won't be more than a few weeks and I'll be back out there. Stay safe out there brothers and sisters. 🤘

[@rtbatl]

Rode and raced dirt bikes since I was 9yrs old. Rode friends street bikes on occasion while living in Detroit and in Atlanta (yeah, crazy right?). Now at 60 made the decision to buy my own. I bought a 2010 pearl yellow Honda Goldwing. Probably not the bike I should’ve bought but I’m loving it. Took my courses and still taking advanced courses. I could have bought a smaller/lighter bike but I’m loving my Goldwing. I’m just taking my time and enjoying each and every ride. It’s a freedom like no other when I ride. I’ll never give that up as long as there is breath in my body. Ride to live and live to ride. Be safe everyone.

[@rugslayergman]

I rode less this year than in 47 years of riding, but have had more close calls this year than any other year with motorists not obeying any semblance of driving civility & I am at a crossroads of weather to continue with something I have always loved. Most troubling was 3 encounters with motorists exiting driveways without stopping, at speed, point blank pullouts. Last encounter I was injured. Bike ok. Ride safe. I do & it saved me every time.

[@rlogue06]

People these days have absolutely no respect for life of others. They''ll glad risk your life to avoid waiting the five seconds it would take for you to be past them. It's insane. Zero concern, zero remorse.

[@logangodofcandy]

Get better at defensive driving and add some extra lights

[@Jerry-ff3ry]

I live in Colorado Springs. The speeds and general BS on the roads are keeping me sane enough to not ride again. Seems like its almost daily the I read about a MC accident in CS. I had over 50 years of accident free riding

[@123edwardzpad]

​​ All the stoners, the highly caffeinated coffee drinkers, and the speeding tailgating idiots. It is scary.

[@MrWirelesscaller]

@@123edwardzpad quote: "All the stoners, the highly caffeinated coffee drinkers, and the speeding tailgating idiots. It is scary." Response: Nope add all of those types together and you missed the biggest problem... Mobile phones. Whenever I ride in a car with people they mess with their phone even when connected to their car stereo using carplay and android auto that supposedly causes less distraction. Whether it's changing songs on a streaming service on the fly, receiving phone calls, listening/dictating a message, etc all are things that takes away the concentration causing distractions to driving. The "Pavlov's dog" conditioning with dopamine rush of their narcissism having to reply to messages immediately is making it far more dangerous to drive in the past. I see no solution to fix this issue in the long run, this will only get worse.

[@dgithens1]

With urban sprawl and congestion a lot of our roads are not motorcycle friendly. People don’t find enjoyment in riding in the daily rat race. Not to mention the risk of distracted drivers like you mentioned.

[@ericpeak1983]

Tennessee has passed a law that if traffic is under 25mph, motorcycles can hit the shoulder/ emergency lane to go around traffic.

[@donniebutler6033]

I'm still riding at 76 but I'm very selective where I ride. I have an F3 Spyder and a Triumph America LT. I've been since I was 14 and have always put my brain in gear first before riding. Thank God I've never been in an accident.

[@jefffry311]

67 years old .Had a break for a few years. Bought a new indian scout, still love riding. Just enjoy it more now.

[@HLZBORO738]

What kind of scout

[@jefffry311]

@@HLZBORO738 classic

[@coffeejoe3494]

I remember the second I had that one thought. I had just rode up and down the coast of Maine. Standing there filling my gas tank to make it home. I stood there and shook. “ I’m going to be a Dad”

[@mikef3300]

I got my first bike for my 8th birthday. A Yamaha GT80 and I thought I was Hell on wheels. At 15 I went under a Mack truck on my dirt bike and lost all my toenails and the bone next to my big toe had to be replaced with plastic. Three months and two surgeries later I was back on the bike. I’ve been lucky enough to hold on to a few of my favorite bikes. Still have my first and only Harley. A 1995 fxstsb springer softail and at this point I’ve had it for more of my life than not. It’s been a great bike, still runs great and has been easy to work on and mod. A 2004 Suzuki GSX750 that has been a lot of fun and still satisfies my need for speed and a 2017 Ktm 690 enduro that I picked up so I could get back into the trails with. Riding has always been my happy place. In my mid fifties now I hope to stay healthy enough to continue riding many more years.

[@ken2tou]

I’m 73. Rode my first bike at 4 yo, as a passenger. Started riding at 17 and aside from a few years here or there, I’ve ridden since 1968. I’m considering downsizing from an Ultra Classic, to an adventure bike. Lighter and far more versatile, with off-road capabilities. My wife quit riding with me after knee replacement. If she damaged one, she could lose a leg. So I’ve got an awesome ‘07 CVO Ultra, with only about 5k on an awesome new crank up build. I’m enjoying it, and have had trouble parting with it.

[@davidgearardo1788]

I’m gonna be riding until my legs do not work then I’m getting a dct, keep the sight and your arms and the road is yours. Be safe out there

[@Scout4x]

I'm 75 and gave my last motorcycle to a friend after my back surgery 7 years ago thinking that I wasn't able to ride anymore. Well guess what? I'm feeling good and want to ride again, but since I'm not working (and can't find a good paying job at my age. Walmart? Nah) I'm really struggling to find a way to buy a used bike. I test rode the Indian models a few weeks ago and boy, did that feel good! It seems that every time I think that I can buy a good used motorcycle, something pops up to take that money away. This year it's the house needing paint. Last year was new carpet for upstairs plus a new water heater etc. etc. etc. I'm getting desperate!

[@logangodofcandy]

Your problem is test riding a $12000 Indian, and not a used 250 eliminator 😂

[@Jerry-ff3ry]

I'm with you. Back surgery 5 years ago. Stopped riding after more than 50 years. Look at something in the 500-650cc range. I may have to go to a Can-Am, see if I can attach a walker.

[@Scout4x]

@@logangodofcandy You're so right. I have a champagne desire with a beer budget!

[@Scout4x]

@@Jerry-ff3ry Yeah, I thought that a Spyder might be what I needed, but I was able to test ride the Indians with no problem so... It's just the money for now.

[@conniewaite1371]

I have seen older people in wheelchairs climb into a trike so they can still ride​@@Jerry-ff3ry

[@jeffreyblose8295]

I came back to riding last year after taking a 34 year break LOL. Glad I came back before I croak off love the feel of the wind again!

[@Gwotwarrior26]

I’m an RT in a level one trauma center and a 70 bed ICU. I’ve been riding since before I can remember and currently have an old harley fxdx on a trickle charger in my garage. Haven’t registered it for a few years and don’t intend to until my son is out of the house. Riding is a game of roulette. I’ve seen and treated and “pulled the plug” on a lot of patients from all skill levels who all did the right thing and were killed by the person on 4wheels. I’ll ride again when my son is out on his own in 6ish years.

[@badkarma-f3l]

I almost stopped after my second accident was more serious than the first. I thought about it a lot while on the mend but is such a big part of my life that I got back on it, scared at first I won't lie but I'm back.

[@kabbirgkmutube]

Tell me how bad was the second accident....And are you riding now

[@badkarma-f3l]

@kabbirgkmutube I hit a Chevy Blazer in the back at 50 tore tendons in my hand had a major concussion broke my fore arm. Was lucky though.

[@kabbirgkmutube]

@@badkarma-f3l so sorry to know., glad you are ok.,all this happened with or without riding gears and gloves

[@badkarma-f3l]

@kabbirgkmutube I was riding with gloves leather jacket full face helmet was still cold out yet.

[@sydpetersen467]

I have been riding since 1985. I have logged over 1 million kilometres. I have never thought that I was putting my life in danger. Accidents have happened in the early years but nothing serious 10:11 . For most of my time riding there wasn’t any armoured gear. Using good sense will keep you alive. Defensive riding should keep you alive and healthy. I am now 68 and hope to keep riding into my 70s.

[@2bad1]

I was off my bike for 8 months because of an accident. Not in the hospital but a week. I was in the ambulance trying to remember what had happened. I considered not riding anymore, for about 10 seconds. I thought what the hell else is there to do? 2 hours later I was ordering parts to fix my old Harley. Wife says why are you ordering parts? You can’t work on it yet. I told her it would make me feel better to know I have the parts to fix my bike. She said OK. 2 weeks later I walked my buddy thru making that old Harley run. 4 months later I bought my new one and waited 4 moths to ride it. I don’t have a car registered in my name.

[@WestNebraskaAdventureChannel]

I rode from my late teens until my late 20's when I started a family. I quit riding for several years simply because my budget couldn't accommodate my family's needs and still afford my hobby. Now my kids are close to grown and I have the means to enjoy my hobby again.

[@user-ef1wb6bt8h]

I live in AZ. I ride, I don't lane split, and it is legal here. My reason for not splitting etc.... The drivers in this area area some of the worst I have ever seen. Cars change lanes and never look, they swerve back and forth recklessly. And like you said... they area on their phones.... at red-lights, green lights while driving... yes, I said green lights. Very frustrating to sit at a green light. I am a driver, a professional driver and they make my days long. Motorcyclist swerve in and out of traffic too. They act like they are on a raceway and they are some kind of Superbiker. No consideration for others on the road. You know, they are irritating people

[@hoopscorner6458]

Lane splitting in AZ is not legal. Lane filtering is. There is a big difference!

[@jakebentley8105]

Yeah, Lane filtering where I live in Salt Lake City is an amazing convenience for getting through stopped traffic. But not on the freeway. Legal fingering is on 45 mph or less roads.

[@rickjones1277]

I don’t ride at night. I don’t know many riders so I ride by myself. Once a year my son come out and we ride together for a few days. I feel his youth and lack of time riding, my bikes by the way, prevents him from “having a healthy fear while riding”, as you mentioned. When he comes up for Christmas I plan on having this conversation of this very subject. Thanks for the video.

[@georgefraserjr1329]

I got bit by the harley bug when I was maybe 7 or 8,my ex neighbors brother had a chopped harley and he would take me for a ride once in a while and from then on I knew I would own a harley someday,it took until I was 35 to be able to afford one but I did it and paid it off which is a great feeling, I still have that bike and I rode the balls off it when I lived in my home state of CT,it now has over 160 k on the clock,I’ve owned 3 other harleys besides that one but ever since I moved to NC,the way people drive down here literally scares the 💩 out of me because I almost got killed twice last year and let’s just say that had I not been hyper vigilant about my surroundings and checking my mirrors constantly, I probably wouldn’t be typing this right now,especially after some asshole came hammering up on me,swerving in and out of traffic doing about 90 on I-40,it’s just starting to take a lot of the fun out of it for me, I used to ride pretty much every day in CT but now I think it’s probably been a couple months since I rode,really not much fun in it anymore if I have to be worried about some asshole pulling out in front of me or hitting me from behind because they’re too busy looking down at their phones,it’s unfortunate because it’s in my blood too but it just doesn’t feel worth the risk anymore.

[@chadbrandt-g5u]

Riding motorcycles forever , 68 now just had an accident June 2nd 2024 4am Sunday. I'll I can think about is riding again . I've got a sad back story too but riding my bike relieved the pain both mentally and physically. Hopefully I'll be healed by next March . Be Happy Ride More ! Oz

[@kennethkuehl4270]

I’m 68. Been riding for about half a century. Currently ride a fxstdse. What may end my riding is the wear of age. Knees that are worn out, arthritis and all the rest. Still have a few good miles left

[@mystic48209]

Costs. Best to buy a machine you can afford and easily maintain. An 883 is nice. Horsepower is great when you can afford it. But motoring should be to be enjoyed for ones own sake, never to impress anyone or to be part of a pack. Sensible driving .

[@lloydlongsr.8261]

I'm 66 and I ride a 2018 H.D Breakout can't wait til this Tuesday being in the 70's I love riding💪

[@welfare_baybee]

Hi bro. I like your channel. I don't have a bike yet but got my eye on a Yamaha Bolt to start out, you make good videos.

[@DirtRacerDK]

I rode 1000s of miles on a Bolt R. Great bike 😎

[@cali5ive124]

Dude u really cant go wrong with the Bolt, it looks SUPER sick AND the price is really good, Plus u get the Japanese quality, SOLID first bike FOR SURE. Good luck friend, i hope u get THE bike for u! Ride safe, God Bless you and yours. I hope ur on two wheels so soon!!

[@HegshotRides]

Thanks man

[@chubbrockstar187]

Im 61.just sold mine..my reason.I live in Houston Texas and too many distracted ignorant drivers smoking weed and on cellphones .. running Red light's..I like scooter's and E bikes now still riding the neighborhood

[@scott2228]

I stop riding for over a decade. Just started back last month. A back injury did me in. Finally healthy again.

[@demetriousmcculler9211]

The wife and kid is the reason I stopped. Getting pressure due to you have a baby now no room for a carseat. Then 3 years later she left took the kid and hit me with the child support now can't afford now

[@rlogue06]

I know that story all too well. Good luck and I hope you find a way to get back on two wheels soon!

[@sendysent]

Sorry to hear that man. My dad’s been there twice. I’m 27 now. I’ll never get married bc of that. No one’s taking my hard earned money and my track days away from me. I also don’t want kids. That’s just me. Trying to learn from my dad’s mistakes.

[@shastamcnasty2159]

Learn, next time don't give up yourself.

[@nelsongn9]

I definitely like riding by myself

[@tonyrivait8874]

I ride just me and my wife most of the time. We both have our own bikes I like it that way. No one to get in our way. Sometimes I don't mind doing some benefit rides, mostly just us

[@hoopscorner6458]

Been riding by myself for over 50 years...no regrets indeed!

[@TDubsKid]

One of my vertebrae exploded recently. From a moto accident. Had part of my spine fused, still recovering but I cant wait to get riding again. That healthy fear is important though

[@AlbertK-eq5gd]

I got in a bad wreck in 2009 I had major back surgery in 2019 from that wreck it didn't go well. I'm 67 started riding at 15 people in car's today are so distracted I am at the point that I need to move to a rural area to be able relax when I ride. And ya I'm from the Charleston SC area

[@mikescanlan705]

Moved to SC from up north. People don't know how to drive down here y'all

[@stevehunt9703]

I am 68 and been riding since I was 17 and so has my wife. We have two Indians. The unreliability of those two bikes and major recalls some of which include break failure make going for a ride stressfull. We dont know what is gona fail and if we will get home. To us why bother riding anymore when things have gone down hill so badly. The only thing that may keep us riding is we also have a 98 Honda Blackbird. The drama free Honda experiance is what we need to enjoy riding.

[@leftoverporkchop9972]

I just started riding at 60. Always wanted to but had several obsta,led along the way. First one was mom. I rode my friends mini bikes, dirt and street bikes along the way Then as a young adult when my mom stopped my ability to get a loan for a bike I tabled the idea and moved on. I still rode friends bikes occasionally bit as life and other responsibilities took over the idea disappeared. Now my kids are grown and I actually have a little more disposable income. Got a bike, took the MSF class and got my license. I now really regret not doing it sooner.

[@aarondeere]

Great topic and points. My 1st kid was born in 07 too and that really changed things

[@janusdelprado6256]

I have an XSR 155 and every time i feel like selling it and upgrading to a higher cc i end up changing my mind because of the low cost of ownership. Motorcycles are good if you want to save money and travel time. Just ride defensively and with a level head always. Ride safe everyone.🤙

[@SVTBansheeman]

I'm still waiting for my balls to drop to get my first one. Other people on the road are the only things that bothers me.

[@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

I started riding in my late 20's. I had a stroke & lost my DL. But, I had already taken 2 classes on riding. I only needed 1 more class to be an Instructor.. The TX DMV wouldn't take my previous paperwork for those 2 classes that I took when I got my DL back! I've since lost everything during Hurricane Beryl in TX & just moved to Colorado Springs. Hoping to find a bike up here & re-take those classes for my M endorsement.

[@johnhadda8451]

It my first mini bike when I was 6, I'm 57 and will Ride till the Day I can't pick it up ! Then I'll get a Trike . 🍺😎🤟

[@bigdaddybtc2935]

Love our roads here in TN. We'll have a ten lane highway for absolutely no reason with zero traffic and all the room in the world.

[@DaveArguesback]

I'm 64 in a 1% club for the last 23 years, there's no quitting for me ! Plates and pins in both wrists and same in my right knee ,its the life lol !

[@grandprixjames]

Some people are just not smart enough to ride a motorcycle. Let alone a car. They constantly drop and wreck. Then they don't have the money to fix it. All the while ignoring important maintenance items which results in a catastrophic mechanical failure. Now they're stuck with a broke down bike and massive payments.

[@logangodofcandy]

At least 50% of people are too stupid to drive safely.

[@davidfalgout7304]

@@logangodofcandy YEP!

[@kenstringer9756]

I have had to move to a trike but now have grown to love it

[@michaelhernandez1218]

I like how you referenced changing the economy in a couple of weeks. Well played, sir!

[@petev.9357]

I'm 60 now, been riding since 16. When we had kids my wife stopped riding with me I kept going, never stopped, had 3 to 4 bikes on and off till now. What's scaring me now is the lousy way people drive. I'm in rural PA. Can't go 5 miles without seeing something stupid. Phones, alcohol, drugs, Can't drive, don't care...All at once, What is it? I've done over 250k miles on 2 wheels. My last years coming scare me the most. I WANT to ride, but being paranoid takes the fun out of it.😡

[@garygullikson6349]

When you reach 70 or more, wife and kids start telling you should stop riding and become increasingly insistent. When you start to have trouble getting your leg over or can't kick it over easily, or start making mistakes, you become convinced.

[@wadeblake3451]

Well, I do spend a fair bit of time going around cones in parking lots but I am also committed to doing at least one high level course a year. My choice of course the past several years is California SuperBike. Consistently riding about15 to 17,000km a year. Education and training is certainly a key component keeping me on two wheels. And yes, staying in touch and being part of the mc company is also important to me. Btw just turned 70 a month ago. No intention of leaving the sport. 😊

[@martincvitkovich724]

Been riding since 1967 and developed a way for the bikes to pay for themselves. Too involved to post, I may make a video on how I do it.

[@bobbymfw1]

Gear is definitely a cost most people don’t estimate accurately. Your typical serious, safe rider is wearing hundreds if not thousands of dollars in protective equipment whether they’re on a cruiser or a sport bike.

[@logangodofcandy]

$1000 is a good aim for costs if you get a good deal on gear. Helmet, gloves, jacket, boots, pants. Probably average $200 per piece on to have decent gear. Some people only wear a helmet, and I guess that's better than nothing

[@slowtaknow]

I stopped riding after getting married and starting a family, too much going on in my life at the time, time is what I didn't have any of, and my bike sat in the shed getting rusty. The bike I started with was a ninja 650r, had things I liked and didn't. I never quit riding though. Now my kids are older, I have a bit more time, and time is running out( midlife crisis time😅) I bought a scram 411. I enjoy it more than the ninja, it fits me better.

[@Sgtyork488]

Definitely road conditions have changed the driver's today are under extreme conditions to survive this economy, very little things set off anyone today. I usually enjoy working on my older Harley alot and when I ride I'll find a car to stay around and use them as a block for possible issues, im not in hurry ever. Now winter is almost here. It's time to upgrade and improve things..

[@rickbooker861]

The biggest reason that he didnt talk about is the cost! Harleys are expensive to buy and to maintain and thats the number 1 reason most people quit riding now

[@earnestmerida]

I got knocked off my heritage in 2013, scared the wife to death. She just now came back around. She bought me a flawless 2016 switchback for Christmas

[@davebarnes6672]

I still ride at 65 yrs.I own 2 big bores, one of which is a HD Fatboy, the other a big bad Yamaha. My only transportation as a kid in high school was a Honda enduro ( they are called duel sports today) anyway I had a bad accident in high school and came damn close to being killed and I jumped right back on and kept going. Not sure that would happen today at my age but the experience I have now in safely riding was simply not there in high school and contributed greatly to my accident in the first place. How long will I continue to ride? Who knows. I really don’t think about it. I do however believe that the introduction of hand held devices have had a very negative effect on Motorcycling and it’s understandable. Riding safely today requires the highest state of situational awareness in all 360 degrees. Enjoying your ride is not the same as “Joy Riding “, I don’t joy ride because it takes away from your attention. I also minimize night riding. Night riding is simply not safe. Visibility to road hazard’s and nocturnal creatures wondering out into the road are also a huge threat. Wanna take a long road trip? Simply adjust your travel time to daylight hours. That’s how I roll.

[@terrysantamaria6069]

Still riding at 68 , and I love my 2023 1250 GS !!! I did sell my 1290 Super Duke though 😟 but I still take the 690R KTM out for a spin.

[@jenniferferris44]

I did it to get to school. I started riding to college on an 80cc honda elite scooter. Scholarship w 1000$ in the pocket can't recommend the lack of gear tho, learned in a hail storm sweatshirt and pants was not enough

[@l-mac5105]

The most common reason I hear guys say that they stopped riding is that their wife “made” them stop. Smh. Weak men. You can die doing anything, not just riding a motorcycle. I knew more people who died in car accidents. I knew people who died of a heart attack and aneurysms.

[@Robert-Herman]

A lot of kids (late teens, 20's; I'm 67) consider it a toy and get bored after a season or two.

[@charlesdada6434]

When you add in the high cost of frequent tire replacement on a motorbike, the advantages of higher fuel economy disappear. When you add in the extra time it takes to don and doff raingear, leather, helmets, and boots, the speed advantage of a motorcycle versus a car goes away too.

[@dougturngren5027]

I am in my 60's now and don't really have many people to ride with, boring riding alone, I don't ride that much anymore. Sold my Harley and am just looking for a cheap bike to have around so i can ride when I feel like it.

[@tjmayer9103]

I've been riding motorcycles since I was 14. I'm thinking about selling my Fatboy now that I'm 68. Age is a big factor for leaving.

[@conniewaite1371]

At 71 and getting back into it.staying off major roads.small scooters ,easier to lift and park and manuver

[@RichardNagle-d5u]

Im 70 never fear only years of experience will keep you safe

[@Karrpilot]

I quit riding after both myself and my brother dumped ours in the same week. Mother had a come to Jesus meeting with the 2 of us, and we took her advice. 30 years later, my job situation changed, and i got transferred into the motorcycle department of my shop. I needed to test ride the bikes after the repairs and maintenance. I got the bug again to ride. However, after dropping another bike, (i wasn't hurt), i couldn't pick it up. Too big for me. So i decided to find a bike that fit me. Since i worked on Harley Davidson, i wanted a new one. The dealers refused to deal with me. And the prices were insane. I couldn't come to a deal, so i decided that to satisfy my motorcycle bug, i would ride our fleet bikes at work. Problem solved. Eventually we lost our fleet bikes. I don't miss them, the drama, and the situation. I let my motorcycle license lapse.

[@marks79luv]

Just got my hip replaced and I can't wait to get back on my bike

[@codeymcmanus9108]

I haven't rode since a guy stopped in front of me on the road. Next thing I know the guy throws it in reverse and tried to run me over, which totaled my bike! The guy didn't have insurance and I had to sue my own insurance. That was 5 years ago and I'm itching for another bike!

[@cintroberts6614]

Inflation and Bidens economy finally got to me. I sold my Electra glide last week after 45 years of riding. I could no longer afford the maintenance or keeping decent tires on it. It doesn't feel good thats for sure. Hopefully Mr. Trump will change how the country is going.

[@josephhooper1956]

I live in Tennessee and we do have some great riding spots. I love to ride in Harrison by the lake. It’s definitely cooler.

[@OEFarredondo]

Oil light. Mostly that reoccuring oil light. HD owners know the pain

[@NoName-c4y7h]

I ride year round in any weather by choice, but I have been debating just doing off-road lately. Safe Travels my Fellow Lane Splitters.

[@bikergaloftherockies]

I almost stopped when I got a permanent injury but now I’m trying to solve the problem.

[@JamesHoots]

I would have to say safety distance, the competition of I have to be first attitude and total disregard for speed limit are the reason for accidents..

[@travistanich297]

Put it down for 20 years now riding again bought a used shadow for 2600 great bike reliable. Unlike Harley’s I can work on my own bike saves money 100 bucks a year for insurance it was cheap getting back into it

[@williamh3823]

At 67 i was almost thrown 30ft at a 4way intersection near Sturgis w.out a helmet. If i had lived? My swerving and the car driver jamming his brakes...riding since 1990..my 2 80yr old friends didnt ride this 2024 summer I still ride...but

[@russm3866]

Hey Bro 👋 I'd really appreciate you making a video about some of the more reputable Aftermarket Parts Manufacturers of both Replacement and High Performance Harley-Davidson Parts!!! Most people I've spoken with, (many who have been riding for years) in reality do not know about for some reason... 🤔😳 These Manufacturers produce parts which are either equal to, or superior to, Original Equipment Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle Parts, at a more affordable price point!!! Much Appreciated 😊🙏 Just Sayin'🤬

[@paulwatkins3483]

Im 55, been riding since I was 6. Im giving it up. I lost my shifter leg 2 years ago. I put a hand shifter on my 2017 Ultra but as I get older Im finding it harder to hold the bike up. (my other leg has issues as well) I considered buying a smaller bike and with BMW KTM and Yamaha offering automatics for 2025 I was tempted. That said I really dont ride much anymore, the cost of bikes nowadays, and the general public doesn't pay attention on the roads these days so its just not worth it. As much as I hate to do it, I think I'm done

[@conniewaite1371]

Get a trike

[@felixgonzalez405]

Reasons for stopping make sense here. But getting new riders is pretty tough when a good chunk of riders in public are straight up douchebags or just dont want to be bothered with. I went to a Harley dealer years ago to get info and insight. Felt like it was a problem for everyone in there just because I didn't "fit the look". I even knew if i walked out with one it'd be the iron 883 for obvious reasons. Its not as inclusive as everyone online wants to think it is. Ridiculous how annoying and close minded the older crowd is to newer riders.

[@davidfalgout7304]

Felix.... yep! Around here it is as they all want to be pirate look-a-likes! I do not get it! I am not a biker, I am a motorcyclist.... since 1969.

[@bobbymfw1]

It’s really easy keep people from texting on their phones. iPhones have an option that disables them while in motion via gps tracking. All they have to do is make that mandatory, phones off unless connected to a Bluetooth or headset.

[@xiexieantonidas9585]

I'm super stoked abt the givawat on the Iron 883. On older videos mentioning the Scout Bobber giveaway, you say just under $50 gets you 6 months membership to Hegshot Nation. Just followed all the links to sign up for the Iron 883 giveaway and now it's only ONE month for abt $50? Is that right? $600 a year for Hegshot Nation? I signed up and have started exploring in there, but that's a 600% price hike annually. I support creators I like, but hoping this was a mistake on the giveaway website. Please advise...

[@chrismartin500]

I would say it's hard to be included because most people think everyone else is some kind of poser.

[@GeralddelCampo]

One of the things that hurts the most, is my hips because of the forward controllers on my Softail. I wish I could just get normal controllers, but apparently they are made. Which means I have to sell my bike buy another.

[@paulwatts9910]

You can take a break when you have a young family that depends on you. When they can make it without you get back on. Ride Safe.

[@echevarriawilson]

I think most of people quitting has to do with the inability to learn more skills whether they want to admit it or not. People get lazy and stop practicing safety drills and skill riding. They stop taking classes or never take them. Without getting better people lose the drive to get out and ride. Getting better, learning more skills, and taking classes will allow you to avoid 98% of accidents. After learning this everything else becomes an excuse

[@Mus.Anonymouse]

Married, got kids, stopped riding, divorced, kids grown up now, me alone, riding again.

[@DonLeist]

Parts are expensive,repair shops are few.

[@jasoncloud718]

there's absolutely no reason for americans to use motorcycle except for the fun and thrill of it. but in other countries, its our way of life. its literally part of our culture and society.

[@Dark_Lord_Mr_B]

I dont have a motorcycle yet, but I can say that i have already discounted dirt bikes because of the crazy yahoos on our roads where i am popping wheelies in the traffic.

[@robertocojones4471]

I would like to know why someone would buy a motorcycle, then not ride. I regularly find deals on places like Facebook Marketplace of people who put maybe a couple of thousand miles on a bike, if that, then try to sell it. I found one listing of a girl who bought an MT03, rode it home, then decided to sell it. Literally the only miles on it is her ride from the dealership to her house. How does the phenomenon happen?

[@RoadKing-ky2bs]

Because people get swept up in the excitement of buying a motorcycle, but then get buyer's remorse or they are scared to ride it. Most of the times they get talked into buying a bike by a friend, family member, or even a smooth talking salesperson. Or they buy with the intention of riding, but then other priorities take center stage, cutting short their availability so the bike just sits in the garage for weeks or months. So many different circumstances.

[@Dandre01]

I bought a 12 year old Ultra with 95 miles on it! Guy rode it once. Those deals are out there.

[@robertocojones4471]

@@Dandre01 Did he have an explanation? Did he just try it once and decide motorcycling is not for him?

[@Dandre01]

@@robertocojones4471 - rumor has it he went on his first ride, scared to death, dropped it when he got home in his driveway and that was it! He sold it to the dealer he bought it from and I bought it from them.

[@ahoneyman]

​@@Dandre0112 years old and 95 miles? Not touching that with a 100 foot pole. The seals are dead. It's all.gotta come apart.

[@georgeyekich697]

Been riding now since 17 and now 72.. Enjoy it out on country roads and open highways

[@1977shovelhead-k1h]

I'm 71 , started riding at 12, took a break to join army , been riding since, am preparing my 77 shovel for the route 66 anniversary in 2026. Will hurt but I'm doing it. Grandpa still rides his harley daily.

[@kevinbarry4325]

I sold my zx12 when my son was born in 2005, I had a fat boy for a while but I just wasn't feeling it I don't know.. My kids are in college now and I ride a concourse 14 I would never give it up It's the only thing I enjoy doing I think it's the adrenaline That's kind of an adrenaline high maybe?

[@rich4860]

Nah---- 2 new knees, & back surgery-- went for a convertible for the wind in my hair!!! Not a replacement but the NEXT BEST THING or a MUSCLE CAR .. VETTE, SS CAMARO or MUSTANG GT!!!! And I'm 77 & miss my Harley■■■■■

[@alexanderguesthistorical7842]

I want to get back into riding a bike. I'm sooooooo tempted to go and get one. But I'm scared to get one again. Why? Because of tinnitus. Ringing in my ears 24/7 day and night. It started after I took a ride for about an hour one day. I took off my helmet and my ears were ringing. That was 8 years ago. And if anything it's got worse over the years (mind you, I work in a very noisy environment but I always wear hearing protection).That's the main reason I stopped riding. The temptation is always there to get back in the saddle, but will it make the tinnitus worse????? No-one can cure this, and no one can give me the answer to this question. If you can hear crackling wind noise around your crash helmet when you ride PLEASE get some ear plugs! Don't get tinnitus.

[@madlynx1818]

Where I live barely anybody is from America and I find their driving incredibly dangerous. They have no respect for our culture and driving and safety and proper use of a car is part of our culture.

[@danielverrill1810]

It isn't just immigrants it's everyone behind the wheel of a car now.they all drive too fast!

[@madlynx1818]

@ I live in a NYC suburb, believe me immigrants are most of the problem lol there is absolutely no directional use with them and they stop, pull over and make turns that are completely foreign to my 43 years of car driving and almost 30 years of motorcycling. I wanted to take a short spin around town today and after an incident that happened in my car yesterday I just said forget it, I’ll take the bike out when I plan out a longer ride. I’m getting real discouraged lately.