I never rode any of my motorcycles without an approved helmet. I wear a bicycle helmet all the time too though, and put my seatbelt on every time. It just seems silly to me to fight a principle of freedom over something that doesn't feel like an infringement.

So the poor guy in the story is dead, but presumably more free. I hope it was worth it, it just seems like a tragedy.

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2007 X3 3.0si, 6 MT, Premium, White

Retired:
2008 535i, 6 MT, M Sport, Premium, Space Grey
2003 X5 3.0 Steptronic, Premium, Titanium Silver
2002 325xi 5 MT, Steel Grey
2004 Z4 3.0 Premium, Sport, SMG, Maldives Blue