Don't forget the random motorcycles like the Bultaco which still had
left-foot kick start later than '75. It's been a few years since I
rode it, but from what I remember, all the other controls were the
same.

Sudhir

On 12/24/06, G. Jannini <george_joann@bellsouth.net> wrote:
> 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"
>