[Belrix]

Will turn 53 in a couple of weeks and I absolutely love my '17 AT! She has 52,000 miles and still going strong.

I am new to riding bought my first MC at 45 (a Honda NC700X), put 40,000 miles on it before getting the AT.

I firmly believe riding is keeping mobile and contributed greatly to my 100 pound weight loss, feeling better than I have in years.

Broke the ends off my tibia and fibula last year riding a trail on my AT, two plates and ten screws later I am ready to tackle the trail again this July!

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[Bfair]

64 and 8 bikes too, with a new used 2018, must be a twin....

 

[Taffscouser]

Yep 57 and moved from Tiger 1200 which was getting way to heavy. Miss the triple but not the weight.

 

[Olias]

Got my motorcycle license at 51 and it’s been 7 years now. Started with the CB-500X then swapped for the AT in year 3. I’m on my third one actually. Had a manual 2016 then a DCT 2018 and swapped that last year for a 2020 DCT. Super fun bike. I can ride her all day.

 

[Hood]

56 in a few days, started riding on the beach when I was about 14 or 15 with a free CZ175 trail bike then got an XL100 for the beach. As soon as I was 17 I got my licence and had bikes until I was about 30 when I sold (my third CBR600) to buy a lathe. Always wanted another bike but something else always took my money but last year I was looking again and the boss said I better go for it now as I am not getting any younger
Loving the 1100 DCT and no regrets at all..

 

[ViperTech18]

Well. Here at 52, very close to 53. .
Suzuki TS185, Suzuki 125, Yamaha DT 125 in my 20's , and a hiatus of 20 years, 3 years ago I saw the AT in a Auto Show, and fell in love. Waiting many things, Covid included, but finally got my 22 last Feb. Very Happy. Still getting used to her. But all looks very good now.

 

[punishthetarget]

I'm 64 and purchased a 22 Twin AS DCT on April 1st. I grew up on dirt bikes. I have a gold wing for comfort and this twin for the days I want to ride in the dirt. It's very special just to get on a dirt road and twist the grip and feel the rear end spinning, trying to come around. Makes you feel a little younger. As the saying goes, "mans got to know his limitations".
I hope to have many years riding the twin. I'm going to replace the 2x4 with a RDL!

 

[DoubleThumper]

I'm 64 and purchased a 22 Twin AS DCT on April 1st. I grew up on dirt bikes. I have a gold wing for comfort and this twin for the days I want to ride in the dirt. It's very special just to get on a dirt road and twist the grip and feel the rear end spinning, trying to come around. Makes you feel a little younger. As the saying goes, "mans got to know his limitations".
I hope to have many years riding the twin. I'm going to replace the 2x4 with a RDL!

Excellent - and congratulations @punishthetarget. Hope we can all continue to do as well.

 

[dallas]

I’m 68. While sucking coffee at Starbucks during a break in our ride last week my friend said he has a another riding buddy who’s 86 and still gets through the woods pretty quickly on his KTM 400EXC. Bravo! Hope I last that long.

 

[kore35]

I'm 53 this year...2020 ATAS. LOVE IT!! NEVER TOO OLD!!

 

[ommoran]

I probably chimed in earlier... 51, but got a 2020 ATAS DCT for my 50th birthday in December 2020. Happy birthday to me!

Like @Olias I got my licence late in life in 2017, and in year 3 moved from a Suzuki V-Strom 650 (GREAT bike) to the ATAS (AMAZING bike).

 

[RufCut]

I'm over 60 and used to ride Enduros in my teens and 20s so when a road worthy dirt bike the size of the Africa Twin, after researching the possible alternatives (KTM, BMW, Ducatti, Triumph, Yamaha, etc.), it stimulated my desire to get back in the saddle again. It's a different world with issues like no insured medical coverage for motorcyclists with my insurance company (in my state?) and a lack of bikes on the road but a plethora of automobiles. Finally I hopped on a section I-24 for three exits and while crossing the Ohio river at 75 mph was blown about a bit then was blown passed by a Harley bagger and a much smaller Suzuki dual sport. Am I just getting Old? I enjoy the twisties through the woods and the dirt roads, small stream crossings and logging roads even with the stock 90/10s but I'm sure this might be more fun with say a set of Shinko 804/805 combo. I have Nelson Rigg panniers, 15 liter rolls and a 30L Tail Bag but haven't used anything but the panniers for shopping and extra weather gear. Also I have a Oxford First Tank Bag that I don't recommend. The plan is to do some camping, if time permits? I am relatively short (5'8") with a mid life gut and find that wrong footing like stopping beside an unexpected pothole (patched) is enough to cause a critical shift in the bikes gravity (I fell) and subsequent embarrassment. So feel free to share yours!

I am nearly 62 and been riding for about 50 years. While I don't have an AT, I am looking hard at getting one. Just having a hard time deciding between the AT/ES or Tiger Rally Pro. Last time my Elektra Glide took a nap on my sand/gravel drive I decided is time to pass her on to one of the boys.

 

[DoubleThumper]

Hey, welcome to the Forum @RufCut. Sounds like fun times.

 

[RufCut]

I think it will be. I have been wanting to get "dirty" again for a while now and just within the last year came across the ADV style. Decisions, decisions!!!

 

[Bfair]

Welcome to site. Made the exact decision last year retiring an ST1300 and the NC700x to the boy. Triumph makes a quality bike. New engine is fantastic too. You'll go blind with comparing the stats and features. The Adventure Sport shines on road still being dirt capable. A bit (top) heavier due to increased fuel.

Be sure to test ride what ever you buy and move it around when off the seat to get a good feel for what you're up against.

The Adventure Sport scene is an adjustment for me with 50 years of riding. Just have to keep remind my self I have 500lbs and 1000cc not 240lbs and 50bhp when I'm blasting in the dirt. The ABS and traction systems don't necessarily slow me down either.

The only bad decision I found was waiting to long. Inventory availability arises and lost riding experiences. I see a fair amount of guys retiring their adventure bikes at our local dealership in their mid to late 60s after several years of riding. Some going to lighter dirt bikes most have multiple bikes to ride.

 

[BumpyRider]

AT/ES or Tiger Rally Pro.

I was down to these 2 also. The annoying Tiger vibrations at highway speeds and awesome DCT on the AT sealed the Honda deal for me.

 

[ssokolich]

Welcome to site. Made the exact decision last year retiring an ST1300 and the NC700x to the boy. Triumph makes a quality bike. New engine is fantastic too. You'll go blind with comparing the stats and features. The Adventure Sport shines on road still being dirt capable. A bit (top) heavier due to increased fuel.

Be sure to test ride what ever you buy and move it around when off the seat to get a good feel for what you're up against.

The Adventure Sport scene is an adjustment for me with 50 years of riding. Just have to keep remind my self I have 500lbs and 1000cc not 240lbs and 50bhp when I'm blasting in the dirt. The ABS and traction systems don't necessarily slow me down either.

The only bad decision I found was waiting to long. Inventory availability arises and lost riding experiences. I see a fair amount of guys retiring their adventure bikes at our local dealership in their mid to late 60s after several years of riding. Some going to lighter dirt bikes most have multiple bikes to ride.

Yes. I bought a 2022 ATAS ES manual when it hit one of the local dealers. After missing out on one at a different dealer. There’s certainly nothing wrong with riding a smaller bike. Many advantages to it. For its size . The AT is relatively low weight. But it is tall. Which gives me incentive to exercise and do some weight training so I can handle the weight. Maybe when I’m 70 I’ll drop down to a 650. 😉

 

[ssokolich]

56 in a few days, started riding on the beach when I was about 14 or 15 with a free CZ175 trail bike then got an XL100 for the beach. As soon as I was 17 I got my licence and had bikes until I was about 30 when I sold (my third CBR600) to buy a lathe. Always wanted another bike but something else always took my money but last year I was looking again and the boss said I better go for it now as I am not getting any younger
Loving the 1100 DCT and no regrets at all..

The XL100 was a great bike!

 

[Bfair]

I rode my son's wife's Honda Grom.......Now that's small too small, easy to back up though.

 

[travlgent]

I'm over 60 and used to ride Enduros in my teens and 20s so when a road worthy dirt bike the size of the Africa Twin, after researching the possible alternatives (KTM, BMW, Ducatti, Triumph, Yamaha, etc.), it stimulated my desire to get back in the saddle again. It's a different world with issues like no insured medical coverage for motorcyclists with my insurance company (in my state?) and a lack of bikes on the road but a plethora of automobiles. Finally I hopped on a section I-24 for three exits and while crossing the Ohio river at 75 mph was blown about a bit then was blown passed by a Harley bagger and a much smaller Suzuki dual sport. Am I just getting Old? I enjoy the twisties through the woods and the dirt roads, small stream crossings and logging roads even with the stock 90/10s but I'm sure this might be more fun with say a set of Shinko 804/805 combo. I have Nelson Rigg panniers, 15 liter rolls and a 30L Tail Bag but haven't used anything but the panniers for shopping and extra weather gear. Also I have a Oxford First Tank Bag that I don't recommend. The plan is to do some camping, if time permits? I am relatively short (5'8") with a mid life gut and find that wrong footing like stopping beside an unexpected pothole (patched) is enough to cause a critical shift in the bikes gravity (I fell) and subsequent embarrassment. So feel free to share yours!

I’m 60 and I’ve put over 11,000 miles on my ‘19 ATAS. I’m 5’10” and I use the optional lower seat, allowing me to flat-foot on both sides. I had a successful hip replacement last year, and find that mounting and dismounting my bike as one would a horse to be easiest. Knock on wood, I’ve yet to drop my bike. I’m currently running on Continental TKC 70’s and find them to be just fine on the road and quite an improvement on dirt roads vs. the factory 90/10 Bridgestone setup.