Hello from Port Townsend, WA USA

[RenzoPT]

Hi everyone. Just picked up my new white Multistrada 950 about 2 weeks ago. I fall more in love with this bike every time I ride it. So I am 60 years old, pretty spry and flexible, but does anyone have any tips on an easy way to get your leg over that 33" seat height? I sort of stand to the low side while on the side stand and wing kick my leg over the seat. Not as easy to do with my Aerostitch 1-piece! 

[thenozzle]

Hi and Welcome RenzoPT
Like you I'm in my sixtys and I use the footpegs to climb on to the bike while on the sidestand, your only putting a bit of weight on the pegs and stand for about 2 seconds surely it can't do any harm.
Martin

[Murf46]

Welcome to the forum.. From another old bugger  never have any problem getting my leg over 

[Moto45]

A word of caution when placing a lot of pressure on the sidestand. It bolts directly to the engine block, (no frame attachment). My service tech mentioned he has seen a Multi totaled because of a cracked block at that point. Certainly a concern during transport if you leave the sidestand down using tie-down straps.

[Cavalieri]

Originally Posted by RenzoPT

Hi everyone. Just picked up my new white Multistrada 950 about 2 weeks ago. I fall more in love with this bike every time I ride it. So I am 60 years old, pretty spry and flexible, but does anyone have any tips on an easy way to get your leg over that 33" seat height? I sort of stand to the low side while on the side stand and wing kick my leg over the seat. Not as easy to do with my Aerostitch 1-piece!

Hi Renzo - I do know what you mean. It's all about the height of your knee when you do the wing kick. With panniers fitted I do find I need a bit more help which is why I've bought one of these https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mini-2-Fold-Rebounder-Trampoline/dp/B01C77V818
After a couple of unfortunate incidents I found the need for more insurance of my Crown Jewels so would also recommend one of these http://www.everlast.com/boxing/protective-gear/groin-protectors which is potentially a great look with the Aerostitch! 
Shame they don't do them in white 

[Darsey]

yes I know, I have to stand at the side and it is as if I am doing a bit of kick boxing to swing my leg over as well after which I  usually find myself out of breath. |This old age is no easy. 51

[Murf46]

Originally Posted by Darsey

yes I know, I have to stand at the side and it is as if I am doing a bit of kick boxing to swing my leg over as well after which I  usually find myself out of breath. |This old age is no easy. 51

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51! your just a young pup 

[Darsey]

Originally Posted by Murf46

Originally Posted by Darsey

yes I know, I have to stand at the side and it is as if I am doing a bit of kick boxing to swing my leg over as well after which I  usually find myself out of breath. |This old age is no easy. 51

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51! your just a young pup 

Thanks Murph, I don't feel it although the bike keeps us all young. I am hoping to get out for a good run today

[thenozzle]

Darsey only 51, I get my government pension in October now that's old 

[Murf46]

Is thenozzle the oldest feck on the forum  or is it me?