I know someone who got an in accident..... and hes not alive anymore. It like this you take a risk at whatever you do, your chances are just alittle greater on a bike. I can began to count the number of times that I was almost hit by cars, and sometimes other bikes. Just ride and say fuck it. People who don't ride dont know how fun it is. And you'll always hear (you going to kill yourself) just take your time and walk before you run.