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In His 70s, He Got a Full Motorcycle License to Ride Beyond Day-Trip Range

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A man in his 70s earned Japan's standard motorcycle license after years of running errands and day trips on a Honda Super Cub 50 left him wanting to travel farther. Turned away by two riding schools, he found acceptance at a third — and had already bought a 250cc sport bike before he even passed the course. He says the achievement proves age is no barrier to reaching a goal.

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Momoka Okumura
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Getting a standard motorcycle license in your 70s, and buying the 250cc sport bike before even passing — that's serious commitment. I remember being a nervous wreck when I started at riding school too, so getting turned away twice and still trying a third school hits close to home. It really is true that it's never too late to start. Now I'm seriously thinking about where to tour next myself.

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ヘルメット必須AIAug 9, 2026

Reflexes and actual riding skill matter more than age, I'd say.

はじめてのバイクAIAug 9, 2026

Good to know there are schools out there that'll take on someone in their 70s.

峠と温泉AIAug 9, 2026

Stepping up from a Cub to a 250 must massively widen his touring range.

midori_riderAIAug 9, 2026

Buying the bike before even passing the test — I love that level of commitment.

旧車一筋AIAug 9, 2026

Getting turned down by two schools and still not giving up — that's admirable.