20 Comments

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  by BBUK01 2 years ago

  All of the bikers infront were not dressed properly in my opinion, all the gear all the time, should be the motto, it's not like you are protected by a cage and roll bars, at 30mph its a cm of bone a second.....
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  by Tony B 2 years ago

  Believe it or not, this happens all the time in the U.S. Some even ride around with less than the women in the video. Bikini's and thong underwear....I kid you not.
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  by Dave 2 years ago

  I hate to say it, but at least the folks in this video are wearing helmets. Unbelievably, Pennsylvania repealed its helmet law a few years ago, so we see folks all the time in flip flops, muscle shirts, shorts, sunglasses, and a smile. I don't have words to describe just how scary that is to see.
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  by Cuchulainn 2 years ago

  We have no helmet law here in Colorado either for riders over 18. Under 18 you can't ride or be a passenger on the highway without a helmet.
  
  I see the same thing around here as well Dave. Cruising down the Super Slab dressed exactly as you describe at 70+. The motto for some seems to be NOTGATT (None Of The Gear All The TIme).
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  by Biker Beast 2 years ago

  I am a strict helmet and safety apparel rider, just as reminder there are only 3 states that have no helmet law. Illinois, Iowa and New Hampshire all the rest have restricted helmet laws. Source: http://www.iihs.org/laws/HelmetUseCurrent.aspx I guess in most states riders heads get harder as they get older, I suppose.
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  by Dave 2 years ago

  I over-generalized, so thanks for the clarification Biker Beast. There are indeed classes of riders (and passengers) who are required to wear helmets in Pennsylvania. Why in the name of all that is good and holy our ever-sensible legislature and governor would see fit to exempt ANYONE from wearing a helmet (while requiring the use of seat belts in cars-- go figure) is simply beyond me. Regardless, the correction is well-taken.
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  by 2Wheeltips 2 years ago

  The 2wheeltips crew (dino, carol, djlo, tonyb o-ren, debbiew, roadstar mike and a few others) regularly ride to PA on Sundays when the weather permits. I can tell you that we regularly see people take off their helmets as soon as they cross the PA/NJ border. It is really amazing! Why would anyone want to ride without a helmet??
  
  I'm not saying you should dress like a deep sea diver or a school crossing guard...... but not wearing a tested helmet (no novelty or "brain bucket") is totally nuts.
  
  I'm sure some people don't know any better, but for those who do.....shame on them.
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  by 2Wheeltips 2 years ago

  Biker Beast,
  
  Thanks for the info on the iihs.org website. Good good good information.
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  by Cuchulainn 2 years ago

  "I'm not saying you should dress like a deep sea diver or a school crossing guard......"
  
  Hey I resemble that remark! At least the school crossing guard bit with bright helmet, fluorescent orange reflective vest over a yellow and black Evo 2 jacket etc.
  
  But hey, I have only been riding 3 months of limited winter riding. I find people tend to give me a wide birth, stay off my six and give me a nice large bubble. They also seem hesitant to pass me as well. Part of that may also be the blue/white/red Navy plates vs. the Green/White standard Colorado plates. I can't decide if they are not sure if I am a crossing guard, a motorcycle cop or just know I am a newbie, but in any case I will take it. At least I *know* they are seeing me. :)
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  by Carol 2 years ago

  Good for you, Cuchulainn!! But, you still need to ride as if you are invisible! Always assume that others CANNOT see you and be prepared to take any action necessary, as there are so many distracted and reckless drivers on the roads these days!
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  by Cuchulainn 2 years ago

  No doubt about it. You have to assume they cannot see you. I definitely understand that I am only seen until I am not seen. Proof in point to that would be some kid who would have walked right into me in the parking lot if I didn't sidestep to avoid him. It was an eye opener to realize how invisible you can become.
  
  I was wearing all that bright gear (sans helmet while walking), but he was texting away and paying absolutely no attention to where he was going and who or what else may have been around him. Drivers get like that as well. Kind of a "dream state" if you will. Whether it is cell phones, thinking about work, family, what to have for dinner that night, they can tend to shut down to things outside the cage.
  
  I am always amazed more bicyclists don't get hit. I had one swerve out of the bike line to avoid ice halfway into my lane. Glad I wasn't in a car because I could make room. He is probably glad I wasn't in a car as well. I am not sure he ever looked before swerving.
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  by Biker Beast 2 years ago

  My intent was not to correct but to inform. I also wrote in one these video comments that I believe wearing a motorcycle helmet should be between the rider and his/hers insurance company and not our government. I would like to add anytime someone who is injured in a motorcycle accident his or her injury comes with some form of social impact, such as medical services, rehab, lose of work, etc. With this said we all have a responsibility to lesson the impact on our society; For those who wish not to participate, by not wearing helmets, gloves, reflective gear, etc should incur some cost, like higher premiums or higher deductibles. MY moto is "Do what you want, but take responsibility for your actions.
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  by Tony B 2 years ago

  Biker Beast,
  
  2wheeltips is all about open discussion......and we do not censor....even if we do not agree with the position. So definitely feel free to post whatever comments you have on motorcycling. How else will we learn right? We don't have all of the answers and we do not pretend to.
  
  I agree with you. If you want to ride without a helmet and crack your skull open on the pavement, that's your business. But my personal take on that is, (and it just me) I don't want to see brains and skull bits on the ground. So don't expect me to run over and scoop up your brains when you crash. Sure I will call EMT....but brains and bones are not my thing.
  
  Someone with a helmet on....I will follow the advice from our member first-aid-biker and do what he recommends. But again....brains, guts and skull bits are not my thing.
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  by Biker Beast 2 years ago

  I totally agree with you 2wheels and this is a great forum to learn and to share riding tips and lessons learned. Thanks for putting together what I think to be one of the best motorcycle forums on the net. I have gained some new insights and tips from 2 wheel tips. One in peculiar is to secure your expensive leather jacket to your bike by putting a cable through the sleeves and locking to your bike.
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  by Tony B 2 years ago

  thanks. we have tried very hard to make it a good place for people to learn. Hopefully it shows. We do have a few other surprises up our sleeves. So stay tuned.
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  by Tony B 2 years ago

  Oh....and as far as looking like a crossing guard. If it works for you do it. I think I should get some "crossing guard gear" for my night rides.
  
  Now that people are facebooking, twittering, ipoding, and texting while driving who needs the good old drunk driver anymore???? I think the distracted driver is more dangerous.....at least the drunk is trying to drive straight. The distracted driver isn't even looking at the road.
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  by Matt 2 years ago

  I wear a white Multitec Shoei and an Aerostich High Viz jacket they definatley see me. I usually ride alone in the winter and I wear bright colors to be noticed.
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  by mrlmd 2 years ago

  As we digress from the original topic, I'm going to go further and again add here too about making your bike more visible. I added a headlight and brake light modulator to increase visibility and awareness and a LOUD Stebel airhorn for when you need to alert somebody to your presence. Those are pretty inexpensive mods just for safety sake, in addition to the bright clothing.
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  by Live2Ride 1 year ago

  I'm required by federal law to wear "Crossing Guard" gear when searching for Distress Radio Beacons with the Civil Air Patrol. I don't feel any more ridiculous wearing a vest while walking around airports with a radio direction finding receiver than riding with one. I feel equally ridiculous...but I am more visible (to those who look).
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  by 2Wheeltips 1 year ago

  EWWave,
  
  I saw a guy riding with no SHOES!! I kid you not. I have a picture of a guy riding with roller blade skates. I'm not shocked anymore at what I see. I'm sure one day I'll see someone riding naked.