Just curious as to how many people either considered selling, or actually did sell, their bike when they were expecting or planning for their first child. Did it change you perspective on riding? Did it make you allocate money differently? What made you sell or decide to keep your bike?
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I fitted a sidecar to my bike.Only a few weeks old here.She would be asleep as I was kickstarting the bike.
Nice pic!! I bet all the kids were envious in that neighborhood
Everyone should have at least one or more sport(s) or hobbie(s) that they enjoy being involved with. It is a great way to hold onto ones sanity. I have only met three very mentally unstable people in my life. I asked all three of them the same question "What hobbies do you have?" I got the same answer from all three "None." I told that to my sister each time she complained about her husband spending money to continue his Star-Trek collecting after they got married, again after they had each kid. That said, the responsible thing to do is to get rid of the donorcycle when you know you will have the responsibility of being a parent. Just remember to find and participate in at least one something that you truly enjoy, as long as it does not hurt anyone (including yourself) and it does not break the family bank. Also remember what is good for the goose is good for the gander, both should have and participate in something they truly enjoy as long as it does not hurt anyone, and does not break the family bank.
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I got in a minor accident once, then later I did a Superman over the handlebars. Knocked out my front tooth, went back in the morning and found it. It's still in. That was about 27 years ago.
I am an excellent driver on bicycles, cars, trucks, boats etc. Just not motorcycles. After knocking out the tooth I stopped riding motorcycles. If you care about your family you probably should.
Even if you are a safe rider, someone else might take you out.
I am an excellent driver on bicycles, cars, trucks, boats etc. Just not motorcycles. After knocking out the tooth I stopped riding motorcycles. If you care about your family you probably should.
Even if you are a safe rider, someone else might take you out.
Don't sell it if you'll regret it. That can only be determined by YOU with an HONEST assessment of your particular situation. The last thing you want is to feel any resentment.
I personally have continued to ride with two children despite having an accident. I feel that is important to be a good parent and be true to myself. Parenting involves giving up things in some areas and gaining in other areas you can't understand until you experience it.
I don't do nearly as much riding as I used to but appreciate it even more when I do.
Balance, like so many other areas of life, is key.
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I personally have continued to ride with two children despite having an accident. I feel that is important to be a good parent and be true to myself. Parenting involves giving up things in some areas and gaining in other areas you can't understand until you experience it.
I don't do nearly as much riding as I used to but appreciate it even more when I do.
Balance, like so many other areas of life, is key.
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Silk, hope you don't mind, but your colors were making my eyes bleed.
Fixed it for you
Nice rig
Fixed it for you
Nice rig
Thanks,it was just an Instamatic in those days.The bike is a '62 Norton 600,SS do dads.The sidecar is locally built....I knew the guys who made them and this is the first,although I was the second owner.I was going to fit it to my R60/5,but they are not suitable for a sidecar and it was going to need some mods.It was just a bolt onto the Norton.Sorry about desecration of the Featherbed frame.
We've got 4 kids,and I have never been without a motorcycle.Even in the worst bones of our arse days,I always had bikes.I will ride anything,and had a Honda C50 Cub as a commuter for 7 years...given to me as a non runner.I've never had flash new bikes,something old and cheap is good enough for me....and means my children can be clothed and fed.
We've got 4 kids,and I have never been without a motorcycle.Even in the worst bones of our arse days,I always had bikes.I will ride anything,and had a Honda C50 Cub as a commuter for 7 years...given to me as a non runner.I've never had flash new bikes,something old and cheap is good enough for me....and means my children can be clothed and fed.
Unless the ownership of the motorcycle will have a serious financial drain on the family's account, why would you quit riding?
Sure riding has inherent dangers but so does driving a four wheeled vehicle. If safety is your concern, that's understandable. However, the danger associated with motorcycling can be mitigated by where, when and how you ride. Stay away from busy areas, chose your riding time to avoid people rushing to their destinations, stay alert and treat intersections like the danger zones they are.
As the child get's older, involve him/her into the hobby. If they enjoy it (most do) you'll be raising the next generation of motorcyclists.
Sure riding has inherent dangers but so does driving a four wheeled vehicle. If safety is your concern, that's understandable. However, the danger associated with motorcycling can be mitigated by where, when and how you ride. Stay away from busy areas, chose your riding time to avoid people rushing to their destinations, stay alert and treat intersections like the danger zones they are.
As the child get's older, involve him/her into the hobby. If they enjoy it (most do) you'll be raising the next generation of motorcyclists.
When my kids came around my bike was put in the garage and forgotten about for 10 years. Never thought of selling it just because of the kids.It was bought and paid for before they came, and I just figured they would grow up one day and I'd get it running again.,
Originally Posted By: Silk
I fitted a sidecar to my bike.Only a few weeks old here.She would be asleep as I was kickstarting the bike.
Is that a Norton Atlas? Dude, how old are you?
I fitted a sidecar to my bike.Only a few weeks old here.She would be asleep as I was kickstarting the bike.
Is that a Norton Atlas? Dude, how old are you?
Riding is in my blood. I have an 9 month old son now and I am more careful when I ride, but I still ride. My wife has zero interest in riding, but accepts that I need to. I've been without a bike before, all I can think about is getting another one...
Everyone usually knows someone that has been hurt or killed on a bike. They usually also know someone that has been hurt or killed in a car accident. Do they stop driving a car because of it? I doubt it.
I minimize the risks as best I can by wearing proper gear, etc.
But there are still risks as with anything in life. People out here plow through bus stops killing people too, there's no escape.
Maybe I'm trying to justify my point of view, and you can rationalize anything if you try hard enough.
/end rant/soapboxing
Everyone usually knows someone that has been hurt or killed on a bike. They usually also know someone that has been hurt or killed in a car accident. Do they stop driving a car because of it? I doubt it.
I minimize the risks as best I can by wearing proper gear, etc.
But there are still risks as with anything in life. People out here plow through bus stops killing people too, there's no escape.
Maybe I'm trying to justify my point of view, and you can rationalize anything if you try hard enough.
/end rant/soapboxing
Well even a small boo boo on a motorcycle can turn into a big hurt. Not so in a car. So that argument is not fair.
Being inside of a vehicle vs openly exposed on a bike are two different animals.
That being said make a decision and stand by it. Just be careful.
Being inside of a vehicle vs openly exposed on a bike are two different animals.
That being said make a decision and stand by it. Just be careful.
Sell the kid and upgrade the bike.
It's ok to make the decision to get rid of the bike on your own. But when someone (Wife,SO) gives you some kind of ultimatum, then you've got problems.
Thanks for all the replies! I actually can't blame the wife on this one. She actually bought me the bike as my wedding present! Keeper huh?
Anyway, she and I talked about it and I have posted it for sale. It's kind of up to the fates now I guess. If it sells, I won't regret it and can always get another in the future. If it doesn't, the bike is paid for and has been well cared for so I may just keep it to see just how many miles I can get from a modern sport bike.
There are many factors in why I thought to sell it. I have a dangerous job so it's not really the danger that bothers me as much as the reasons behind the danger....honorable death versus getting rear ended at the light by a drunk. I can see valid points on all sides of the argument so I guess I'll just see what happens now that the bike is posted.
I do value seeing everyone's perspective though. It's always good to hear from those who have treaded a path you are about to take.
Anyway, she and I talked about it and I have posted it for sale. It's kind of up to the fates now I guess. If it sells, I won't regret it and can always get another in the future. If it doesn't, the bike is paid for and has been well cared for so I may just keep it to see just how many miles I can get from a modern sport bike.
There are many factors in why I thought to sell it. I have a dangerous job so it's not really the danger that bothers me as much as the reasons behind the danger....honorable death versus getting rear ended at the light by a drunk. I can see valid points on all sides of the argument so I guess I'll just see what happens now that the bike is posted.
I do value seeing everyone's perspective though. It's always good to hear from those who have treaded a path you are about to take.
Originally Posted By: Zedhed
Is that a Norton Atlas? Dude, how old are you?
It was a 1962 Norton 99,that's a 600cc twin.It had SS high comp pistons,Commando cam and twin carbs.It was a really nice bike,one of the best I've owned.I'm 56,and 28 in that photo....my present bike is older than the Norton was then.
Is that a Norton Atlas? Dude, how old are you?
It was a 1962 Norton 99,that's a 600cc twin.It had SS high comp pistons,Commando cam and twin carbs.It was a really nice bike,one of the best I've owned.I'm 56,and 28 in that photo....my present bike is older than the Norton was then.
If you are going to let it sit for any long time be sure to look into how to pickle an engine. You might even want to remove the pressure on the valve springs.
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you'd regret selling it...
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you'd regret selling it...
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