Artoir
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My right knee is destroyed and even post surgery there's no guarantee I'll be able to drive any great distance for a long time.
I've been putting off the bike test for years but it might actually be my only option as I obviously only have to use that leg for the rear break, as opposed to the constant flexion operating an accelerator in a car. The damage is to the calf insertion at the back of the knee, so supporting myself isn't too much of an issue, just the constant movement required to operate a car.
I'll test it out anyway before committing, clutching at straws here!
I'm still a complete motor nerd though and hate buying anything motorised without substantial research. Happy to admit I know **** all squared about bikes so seeking the wisdom of the experienced riders on here. Could be a 40 mile commute with a mix of roads to begin with including navigating Belfast.
Any ideas on bikes, gear etc appreciated. The missus' family are all bikers but are all complete lunatics with sportsbikes and dozens of major crashes between them so the advice is either "stick to the bus" or "1l or nothing".
I've been putting off the bike test for years but it might actually be my only option as I obviously only have to use that leg for the rear break, as opposed to the constant flexion operating an accelerator in a car. The damage is to the calf insertion at the back of the knee, so supporting myself isn't too much of an issue, just the constant movement required to operate a car.
I'll test it out anyway before committing, clutching at straws here!
I'm still a complete motor nerd though and hate buying anything motorised without substantial research. Happy to admit I know **** all squared about bikes so seeking the wisdom of the experienced riders on here. Could be a 40 mile commute with a mix of roads to begin with including navigating Belfast.
Any ideas on bikes, gear etc appreciated. The missus' family are all bikers but are all complete lunatics with sportsbikes and dozens of major crashes between them so the advice is either "stick to the bus" or "1l or nothing".