Originally Posted by
MetalPedaler
By-the-way, Frank- you don't have to be going anywhere near 10MPH to have enough momentum to balance.
Agreed. A bicycle can easily be ridden at a slow walking speed, and that's an appropriate speed for learning how to balance. I agree with the comment that a scooter might be a good way to get the feel for balancing before switching to a bicycle. Otherwise keep practicing with the pedals removed and the seat lowered enough so you can easily put both of your feet flat on the ground while seated. Then just push yourself along and try to keep your feet off the ground a little longer each time. A smooth, empty parking lot with a very slight slope is best for learning. Just enough of a slope so you can roll down it at 2 or 3 mph (i.e. walking speed).
Good luck with the practicing. Once you get the hang of it you'll wonder why you ever had any difficulty.