Economics and the State of Texas.
At 13 a new Honda SL100 was less than $500. Used bikes were less than $200. Mowing yards for $2-$5 each made it easier to afford a bike. You had to be 16 and take drivers Ed to get a car license, but only 15 and no DE for a motorcycle license. Also, bike ins was only $9 a year added onto my parents policy.
I also applaud the great state of Texas for mandatory helmet laws back in the day. I'm alive today because of it.
At 13 a new Honda SL100 was less than $500. Used bikes were less than $200. Mowing yards for $2-$5 each made it easier to afford a bike. You had to be 16 and take drivers Ed to get a car license, but only 15 and no DE for a motorcycle license. Also, bike ins was only $9 a year added onto my parents policy.
I also applaud the great state of Texas for mandatory helmet laws back in the day. I'm alive today because of it.