Board:   [DoveNet] Hobby Corner
Subject: Re: Motorcycles
From:    Gamgee
Date:    Fri Mar 20, 2026 22:46

@VIA: PALANTIR
-=> Digital Man wrote to Gamgee <=-

 DM>   Re: Re: Motorcycles
 DM>   By: Gamgee to Digital Man on Fri Mar 20 2026 08:25 am

 > I know there's no great revelation in that viewpoint, and it's shared by
 > many.  There are some very fun things in life to do, that just don't
 > pass the risk-vs-benefit test. YMMV.

 DM> I don't currently have the confidence or desire to ride (much) around
 DM> other vehicles. Just side/residential roads that are pretty empty, but
 DM> even that I'm aware, can be dangerous (it's likely the vehicle you
 DM> *don't* see that gets ya). The main thing is to wear all the gear, all
 DM> the time, and know the limits of your abilities. Most motorcycle
 DM> accidents happen because the rider is cornering too fast or expects
 DM> other road users will obey right of way/laws, and they don't. Knowledge
 DM> is half the battle. :-)

That's a good approach, and you're right on all counts there.  Be safe!




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