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Old 11-30-2005, 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by SANguru
seriously though.. bikes are a lot safer if you respect it and learn to ride within your limits. It's all about common sense in combination with the proper training (MSF specifically) Bikes will let you get out of trouble as the handling, speed and stopping power is signicantly better. You do have to be extra careful with "cagers" Leathers, boots, gloves and helmet are essential.
The problem with bikes is not necessrely the rider himself but others. With a car you have a shell which protects you from being injured from minor hits. With a bike you have nothing other than your helmet. As a rider I am sure you have had to deal with people parked on the side and opening their door just in front of you. With a bike you have to be 10 times more carefull.
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