Joy, you asked,

>>...I'm starting to think a motorcycle sounds rather interesting, of late!  More fun than a four-wheeled vehicle, and much better gas mileage.  Is this what happens after one passes the big five-oh? How hard is it to learn to ride one, at my age? <<

   Big fun!  Assuming you're learning to ride a bike manufacturered since 1975, when Uncle demanded standardized controls...

Right hand-  steering, throttle, front brake
Left hand-  steering, clutch
Right foot-  rear brake, and  to kick start if applicable
Left foot-  shift gears
Both feet-  to prevent your falling over at stoplights

   All together now!

     George/ATL
     '89 WesTiico, "Wernher"
     '67 Kombi, "Puddles"
     '75 CB400F- inactive

     George/ATL
     '89 Westy, "Wernher"
     '67 Kombi, "Puddles"