Is it wrong to sell one's motorcycle (riding for 39 years) to make the wife less worried if one is buying a 370z roadster? That's my plan! Is it still
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06-02-2009, 09:52 AM | #1 (permalink) |
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Is it wrong to sell one's motorcycle (riding for 39 years) to make the wife less worried if one is buying a 370z roadster? That's my plan! Is it still a mid-life crisis if exchanging speed sleds?
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06-03-2009, 11:47 AM | #6 (permalink) |
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06-03-2009, 01:08 PM | #8 (permalink) |
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We bought the Z because the wife can't ride any more. It hurts her wrists. So I figured I'd sell the Gixxer, and the Yamahahahahaha to fund my aftermarket purchases for the Z.
As of now we still have both bikes, the sit in the garage next to the Z. All sad since they haven't been rode much since the Z arrived. I guess what I saying is that you have to do what YOU feel in your heart. I know for myself the Z was a way for the wife and I to still enjoy time togther. An the kids Hate IT lol The back ground to understand this is in 04 I hit a gravel spot in a left hand turn doing close to 85MPH on a back rode. Hit a guard rail and torn myself up. SHe was 100yards behind me an watched it happen. So I realised for her peace of mind the Z was the best for both of US. Sorry so long. |
06-03-2009, 01:18 PM | #9 (permalink) |
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Was your bike only a summer vehicle? I assume your winters are brutal in PA?
I'm not married and am under 40 so maybe this won't help... but I sold my 06 BMW K1200R in April and replaced it with a 370Z in May. I only rode streetbikes for the past 5 years and before that rode dirtbikes as I was from a farm. I don't miss my bike yet, but unless I bought a super-exotic car I will never duplicate the acceleration/performance of my K1200R which had 163hp. On the other hand, while blindspots are bad in the Z coupe (N/A to the convertible!), I don't miss worrying about being in car blindspots on a bike...for driving in traffic I don't miss the bike at all. |
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By the way, the bike is a 2000 Honda Valkyrie Interstate with just about every goodie that was ever made for them on it. And lately, the only riding I've been doing is commuting to and from work in lovely NJ! Last edited by Rans; 06-03-2009 at 01:49 PM. |
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06-03-2009, 02:03 PM | #12 (permalink) |
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Yeah I hit a patch of sand near the beach with my wife behind me. I think we both said "Oh Noes!" at the same time. Luckily I didn't fall or drop the bike. That rear 240 tire saved me.
I enjoy cruising on the bike...Night Rod Special...hopefully, I can stay healthy to ride for many years to come. |
06-03-2009, 03:39 PM | #13 (permalink) |
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Rans, I am sure you'll make the right choice. If you do get rid of her and find that you need a bike, then you can always look for a replacement.
It's hard to see my bike just sitting there not being ridin, but I know the my wife and kids sleep better knowing I am not out riding like I did before the accident. Being out of work for ten months can put a strain on a relationship, and family. 2003/ 1K totaled Lonely 2005 GSX-R 1000 |
06-03-2009, 07:34 PM | #14 (permalink) |
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Too true - here's the latest incarnation of my "other" ride. At 65, I've yet to find a substitute for riding when it comes to clearing my head of all the crap we put up with on a daily basis. Ride hard and don't look back.
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