Modern Vespa

Well .. it's been a couple of weeks from hell between more tests and starting treatment. I've been told it's not uncommon to feel much worse for a while before you get used to things. I've also been told - well sort of ordered - to use a cane - whether I think I need it or not.
We also discussed - well I discussed, he went ballistic - over the idea of maybe a 3 wheel scooter. Opps .. this neuro doc didn't realize I even had a scooter = anyhow I won't repeat exactly what he said - suffice it to say it's "NO!" He also doesn't want me driving until further notice. Seems it's not just in the area of the brain that controls balance. He has said I'm not a stage where he has to send a letter to the RMV, but he strongly urged me not to get behind the wheel of a car. When first round of treatment is done, and retesting done, we can reassess things.

When I got home, I realized he never said anything about riding a bike. I figured what the hell .. not as dangerous as driving a car or scooter, how much trouble could it be? I haven't felt off balance or had dropsies in a while. Got bike out of cellar, checked it over, made sure everything was OK, then got on it, started to peddle, then fell over, tried a few more times, each time over balanced and couldn't get more than a few feet.
Put bike away, went in house & sulked for a while.
Looks like it'll be some time, if ever before I can drive a car or ride scooter or bicyle again. So any ideas I had of holding on to one or more of scooters just went down the drain. My cousin is going to handle selling the new BV tourer I'd bought. I'll post the other 50's at some of the local colleges. I don't think I'll have too much problem. Both are in very good condition (a few scratches on the LX50) and extremley low mileage.

So sorry to read this Scopedope.
Wishing you well.



Harvey

That sucks man... But look at the bright side, when you are ready you'll be able to get the latest greatest scoot and make everyone jealous.

That really sucks. I can't imagine what I would do. I hope you get better soon and can get back on the road. Good luck!

That's a bummer. But at least you're facing this head-on and realistically, well done.

Oh man, that sucks royally. I totally feel for you.

I don't know if you'd want to consider it or not, but they're starting to make some really nice looking adult-sized tricycles. They even have some with multiple speeds. Just a thought... another option to be able to get out there on wheels that are pretty hard to fall over with.

Bummer for you selling all your scoots. I'll cross my fingers that they end up going to good homes.

Here's hoping you get better soon, scooters or no!

I'm so sorry for you because that sucks Try riding pillion you might be surprised how much fun you can have. When i went to Vietnam and Bolivia i rode in the back and had a ball. Sure i wished i could of had my own to ride but i got over it real quick. Does your SO ride and if so keep the BV and try hopping on the back you might just like it My thoughts and prayers are with you and i hope you can prove them wrong It does happen ya know so hang in there. You just never know.

That is just wrong, I'm sorry to hear that you cannot ride.

That's just awful. I'm so sorry.

I hope you'll still wanna hang out and talk to us here even though you currently can't ride.

I went through a similar situation in 2006.

My Vino sat for about 8 months....
It was also a Neuro thing. I'd rather not recall that period in my life but for the people who were there for me and my family.
The scooter was the last thing I was thinking about as I needed to stay focused on what I needed to accomplish (walking, talking, fine motor skills etc.)

Stay focused on what you need to do.

I wish you the best of luck in overcoming this, and getting back to a normal life with no health issues where a scooter or whatever you're into at that point in time will be a non-issue.

Dani

My prayers are with you that one day you can feel confident and safe on a two-wheeled vehicle.

It sucks to sell all of your toys but at least they won't nag at you every time you see them in garage covered with dust or that nasty blue tarp.

I can relate, I had a neuro issue a while ago and I could not consider riding when I couldn' t stand up without that nasty "swimmy" feeling.

Best Wishes and enjoy the thought that the rides you sell may bring happiness to several new riders out there.

Sorry to hear this. Wishing you happy and well.

Sorry to hear about your misfortune, Scopedope. Hopefully your condition will improve as time passes. Wishing you brighter days ahead.

I'm so sorry scopedope. That is just terrible news. Please follow your doctor's advice, and don't risk falls. If you hit your head, you will make things worse.

I know it is hard, but I would try not to think about things like scooters which you have to miss out on. There is probably a lot you CAN still enjoy, and the best thing you can do for yourself is to embrace those things. Do all the wonderful things you are still able to do, and I bet your days will be filled with much more cheer than if you spent them thinking about all you cannot do.

Stay strong!

I hope you get well soon and get to return to scooting. Take it easy and try to heal.

Have you thought about a scooter chauffeur? I know it's not the same.... but who knows... you may start a trend. Just rehab.... and get back on the road.

Listen to your doctor.

I feel your pain. I've been unable to ride due to a ruptured quadricep tendon since the beginning of June. I had a whole summer of riding planned, too. Surgery, and then a metal brace on my leg 24/7 that's going to be my companion for a while since I can't stand or walk without it...gah.

Tomorrow, I have another follow-up visit to see if I can begin physical therapy. I think that, after a certain point, they will adjust the metal brace on my leg to the point where I can bend it enough to ride again. And I will ride. Oh, how I will ride. 8)

In the meantime, we wait. *sigh* Get a cane. Not any cane...get a cool cane. Customize it. You can practice curmudgeoning for fun, hit people with it when they annoy you, flip switches and press elevator buttons from afar. Hell, it's more fun than falling over anyway, I can tell you.

My prayers for a speedy recovery.

What about a trike? Something with a wide base, but you would still get the wind in your hair feeling.

I don't know the specifics of your condition, and apologize if the suggestion was unhelpful or inappropriate.

If I was the prayin' type, I'd pray for you, but as it is I'll just have to hope I pass you riding someday.

Oh Arse. I'm so sorry Mate. That's just unfair.

I feel for you.

Bill X

I hope you get well soon and can do the things you love.

Take it a day at a time...maybe things will turn out for the better...again, thoughts are with you and your Family!