Oh yeah, you all might know me as a 95-year-old natural nutritionist, bestselling author of DMSO for Humans, Reiki Master trainer, and alternative healer. But what you might not know is that I was also the inventor of the first motorcycle-derived two-wheel ATV, a concept that Honda Motorcycles later adopted.
About 60 years ago, I saw a need for a small, lightweight, and easy-to-ride motorcycle that could handle rugged terrain. People needed something that could get them to remote lakes and up mountain trails or help them check the fence line on a ranch without having to saddle up a horse.
Back then, I was in Boise, Idaho, modifying Honda’s city bikes to create something entirely different, small motorcycles built for off-road use. They became so popular that we were selling them by the semi-load. Eventually, American Honda Motor Company caught wind of what I was doing. They had me send them one of my modified bikes, which they then copied and released as a separate new model.
That was the birth of the Honda Trail bike, and that innovation launched the motorcycle-derived ATV market. Now, that market has grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry, covering everything from three-wheelers to today’s side-by-sides, which sell for upwards of $40,000.
Addressing the Needs of Shorter Riders
I’ve always had a knack for seeing what’s missing in the market, as noted in my book Smaller Adult Motorcycles: Long Awaited New Market Segment, and right now, I’m writing about Adventure Bikes—the motorcycle version of an SUV. But here’s the thing: most manufacturers don’t seem to care about riders of smaller stature.
At 5’5” myself, I know how frustrating it is when motorcycles are designed for taller people. A lot of them are so tall that shorter riders can’t even put their feet on the ground. Despite the millions of riders who would benefit from properly sized adventure bikes, manufacturers continue to ignore this opportunity, leaving millions of dollars on the table.
Entrepreneurship Over Traditional Employment
I never really worked a traditional job, except when I needed to save up enough money to start a tiny business. And let me tell you, those tiny businesses almost always did well, and two have done spectacularly. It turns out that working for yourself is more profitable and a lot more rewarding.
In our book, The Joy of Being Jobless, my wife Taylore and I tell the story of our success, starting from being nearly homeless and working our way up without jobs. We show you how anyone could do this. There is a simple bit of useful self-talk that starts the wealth ball rolling your way, even if you only have one penny to start.
The Key to Longevity and Vitality
A big part of why I’m still active and thriving at 95 is because I keep moving and use natural health approaches. I still ride off-road every few weeks and stick to motorcycles around 175cc because they’re a perfect balance of power and handling for my physical size.
I apply the same unconventional approach to design improvements on all kinds of things that are explained more in detail in my book, How to Make a Patent for an Idea, which is really more about thinking outside the box and making a lot of money from your ideas. I show you how to get that patent, but more importantly, I explain that sometimes it is better to go direct to market with your new super gizmo rather than waste time and money on a patent.
I’ve also learned that no single remedy is a cure-all. I combine different therapies, which have kept me in good health all these years.
Here’s a bit of what I do:
- I prepare and eat natural, live, organic food as much as possible, avoiding trash foods.
- I use DMSO mixed with silver water for treating cuts and scratches.
- I follow regular parasite-cleansing protocols.
- I use a variety of natural health strategies to stay strong and energetic.
The key is consistency and understanding how different treatments work together.
Challenging Conventional Wisdom
One thing I’ve learned from both my engineering and natural health experiences is that mainstream industries often miss out on the best solutions. Just like motorcycle manufacturers have ignored the needs of shorter riders, the medical establishment frequently overlooks simple, highly effective treatments, especially when they can’t be patented and turned into billion-dollar drugs.
If there’s one piece of advice I’d give, it’s this: don’t be afraid to think differently. Whether you’re trying to solve a health problem or come up with a new invention, the best answers often come from stepping outside the box and questioning conventional wisdom.
At 95, I’m still innovating, still riding, and still pushing boundaries. Whether it’s motorcycles or natural health, I’ll keep working to bring people better, smarter solutions. And I hope you do the same.