On Mon, 25 Feb 2008 13:50:40 -0600, pws wrote:
> Your chances of serious injury or death are far higher on a motorcycle
> than in an automobile or while walking, unless you are walking on the
> highway or in the ghetto.
A little late to be jumping in, but...
There's no question motorcycling is dangerous. So is flying an airplane.
But you know, there are few things more rewarding. I'm fighting the urge,
right now, to get another bike.
When I first started riding I took an MSF course and got a motorcycle
license. And because I was (mostly) a careful rider, most of the close
calls I've had have been because of other motorists. There's no feeling
quite like watching some confused-looking retiree bearing down on you,
hoping they see notice you because you don't have time to get out of the
way.
One of my first thoughts after moving to Florida, after realizing I could
play golf all year, was that I could ride all year. But the roads are so
boring and congested, and there's so many drivers that are let's just say
past their prime, I just sort of shelved the idea.
I work with a guy who got an SV650 a couple of years ago. Nice bike. "Hey
Mike, how's it going?" "Great!" he says, getting off his bike. Not bad
for 7:50 am.
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