[Zeke]

I think it all has to do with your own human facilities. What is your reaction time now vs. 10 or 20 years ago? Hearing? And vision. My peripheral vision is not like it used to be and I'm not talking about left and right only. I don't see things above me like I once did.

The skills of handling a motorcycle are as much about that particular bike as they are in general. You do need to get some easy miles on the bike for a few stints and let it sink in. You can't relearn in one day. And the main reason for that is fatigue. The more you ride and build up familiarity, the more tired you become. Your stamina will thank you to for taking it in bits.

Then, off you go, but don't push it. Why anyway?