People quit riding motorcycles for various reasons, including safety concerns after accidents or close calls, changes in life circumstances like starting a family, the financial burden of ownership, or a decline in interest. Other factors include fear of other drivers' inattention, physical limitations, fatigue from long rides, or the feeling that riding has become boring or overly risky. Safety and riskAccidents and fear: Experiencing an accident or even a close call can cause a rider to become fearful and quit.