[KevinTodd]

I, too, have ridden nearly all my life. Started on mini-bikes with Tecumseh engines and graduated to Honda dirt bikes and enduros. Gradually moved onto the street, first with Honda and Kawasaki, and then on to HD, where I stayed for years, owning nearly every model in the Big-Twin line-up. I racked up hundreds of thousands of miles all over the country--none of my bikes were trailered anywhere--that just wasn't cool.

MY last remaining bike is the last one I bought new--a 1996 HD FLSTN Softail Nostalgia. The only thing remaining stock on that bike is the paint, as I have modded the suspension, drive train and electrics to provide better looks, handling and power. The bike was always one of my faves--and that alone keeps me from selling it--along with the fact that I couldn't really get anything for it, even though it is pristine.

I just do not like the near-death experience of riding anymore---I cannot take the bike around the block without some half-wit nearly taking me out by pulling out in front of me or whatever. It's just too frustrating, when it should be enjoyable and relaxing.

I revisited MX a few years back with a new Yamaha WR250, and although I also love that toy--I'm too old to be flying over handlebars in the woods, and I hate cortisone shots.

I'm sure there's an answer in there somewhere--that's why the scoots are still in my garage.