I want one, but people scare
2006-11-02 04:33:16 · 25 answers · asked by James2.0 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
As a owner of 2, I love them, I get on average 45 to 50 mpg. Just like with any car, You have to be aware of the people who shouldn't be driving. In a car people are more relaxed. A fender bender in a car may give you a bruise, A fender bender on a bike may kill you. Always be aware of everything around you, Never put yourself in a position that you cant escape from.
Riding 20+ years
2006-11-02 04:38:45 · answer #1 · answered by myothernewname 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
When I took the Motorcycle Safety Course, my rider coach said something that stuck with me...
"Drive like 99 people out of 100 think you're invisible. And the 1 person that can see you is out to get you."
It's a risky mode of transportation to be sure, but it is also the most exhilarating and just plain fun way to drive! It's not for everyone, but the costs of owning a bike tend to be lower than a car (except maybe insurance). Gas will cost less and you'll get further on less money. It's a way of life though. You're either a biker or your not. There really isn't a middle ground. So make sure that it's something you want and that you can live with the risks and consequences. If you can do that, then come and enjoy the ride!
2006-11-02 09:56:57 · answer #2 · answered by Alyxxela 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you wear the right gear, take a riding class, start slowly and understand that you will NEVER be a perfect rider, then you will have taken out some of the major risks in motorcycling.
The best piece of protective equipment is between your ears, and unless you understand what's going on every second you ride you could easily become another statistic. I LOVE riding, and still commute during the winter (even on a 22 degree morning like today) as long as the streets are clear.
Look into a book titled "Proficient Motorcycling" and read it cover to cover- twice- before riding. It will give you a LOT of insight that will save your skin someday.
2006-11-02 09:10:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The dangers we face are just facts of life for us. I don't even think about it. I had my first wreck this past June and it was not my fault, a kid in a Cadillac did not yield and I hit him at 50 miles an hour and was thrown over his trunk and hit face first on the hot Texas June pavement. My helmet saved my life. I got out with just a broken face and I now have a sunken spot in my cheek, broken up teeth. but I still think that is a pretty good record. I have ridden every day for 37 years, and if i go another 37 years without a wreck, I say that is pretty good.
Just buy one take the motorcycle riders safety course, ride safe and responsibly, and I bet in a years time you will not think anything about those dangers either.
2006-11-02 06:00:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Absolutely. There are risks everywhere and in just about anything you do. The enjoyment of riding a bike can not be put into words. I'd recommend a riding safety class. Just like in a car, ride like everyone is out to get you and always leave yourself an out. These suggestions will greatly reduce your so called "risks". I don't know of anyone who's ridden a bike and not loved it with a passion. Warning: Riding a bike is addictive!!
2006-11-02 14:44:24 · answer #5 · answered by BikerBob 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i race four wheelers and i would love to have one but i dont get one because of the risk. my dad is a firefighter and he says that motorcycle riders are his work insurance. he will always have work as long as there are motorcycle riders. you could be the best motorcycle rider ever but if some idiot does not know how to drive and hits you or pulls out in front of you its slim to none you walk away from it.
i got this from webbikeworld.com
-Per mile traveled in 1998, a motorcyclist is approximately 16 times more likely to die in a crash than an automobile occupant. And 3x (times) as likely to be injured
2006-11-02 05:31:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As part of a chaplaincy team..I attended a motor Bike accident.
I found people had gone into shock from what they had seen..I found the head and waste,of the young man...in one spot and the legs were a lying further down the street.
He had hit a Pole, and split into 2 half's.!
To this very day, as I pass that spot...(which I have to)...it makes me feel so sad, and also ill.
Motorcycles are plain dangerous...due to no protection, for the rider.
2006-11-05 18:53:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You take a risk every time you walk out your front door ya never know what the day might bring , as for motorcycles there are two kinds of riders those who have wrecked and those who haven't yet ,you just have to keep your eyes open and be aware of everything around you ,is it worth it ? to me it is, but I'm a adrenaline junky any way and love to ride !
2006-11-02 07:27:12 · answer #8 · answered by Terry S 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take a Motorcycle Safety Foundation safety course.
http://www.msf-usa.org/
2006-11-02 04:36:35 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is using in an airplane properly rather worth the possibility? Is making use of (or using) a vehicle properly rather worth the possibility?? human beings usually trip for the liberty & exciting. no longer plenty greater risk, than making use of a vehicle (my opinion). yet once you think of that's too risky, then do no longer. risk eradicated - a minimum of bike risk.
2016-10-03 05:15:32 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋