I got my permit today and getting my bike ready to start riding. My big question is how many of you have gotten into serious accidents? How many people do you know who have died on bikes?
I've done research, and in my opinion if you don't act stupid on a bike, drink, speed, and wear all the protective gear, the chances of you getting seriously injured or killed are pretty much cut in half. Now if people in cars would stop hitting bikes thats pretty much the other half. My parents are going nuts though, my dads printing out stuff about how bike riders are 34 times more likely to die, and blah blah blah. I realize they are more dangerous, but I just want to hear from people who have actually ridden. Please tell me all the horror stories you know. I've heard of some people dying in the area, and I've seen some pretty bad road rash, but I just dont really think I understand whats up. Thanks in advance.