So who all rides motorcycles?????

[GeauxLSU]

I just couldn't treat one of these bikes this way. I have had my street bikes off road some just to keep my riding skills up, but no serious rough treatment and no full dressers

My first full dresser was a GL1100. Makes me want to slap those guys.

 

[BigChicken]

I always appreciate a nice bike but can never get myself to buy one.

 

[basstracker89]

I always appreciate a nice bike but can never get myself to buy one.

Thing is you can't afford to make a mistake. You get in a wreck with a car, you will lose

 

[BigChicken]

Thing is you can't afford to make a mistake. You get in a wreck with a car, you will lose

Exactly. I’m a very active person and can’t afford it. But when i drive up next to a beautiful bike, i admire it lol.

 

[basstracker89]

Exactly. I’m a very active person and can’t afford it. But when i drive up next to a beautiful bike, i admire it lol.

Yep, it's fun to get on one every once in a while. But you really have to watch out for everyone else....

 

[MyRight]

I had a Honda Shadow I rode back and forth to work, from Jasper to Alpharetta. The trip was all 45mph highway or side roads, so I felt fairly safe, but I still don't like how a good number of drivers are just idiots with their aggressive driving and tailgating. I have a dirt bike and if I did buy a road bike, it's most likely going to be a dual sport and wherever I take it, I try my best to stay off freeways and major highways. They are too fun not to have one, but I think you should do a reasonable amount of safety measures, all while enjoying the freedom and thrill of two wheels.

 

[czub]

Yep, it's fun to get on one every once in a while. But you really have to watch out for everyone else....

Just like everything else in life that's fun, riding a bike is a risk, but there are many ways to reduce that risk for yourself vs. a statistical average rider.

* Get proper training. MSF or similar and don't stop practicing after getting your license.
* Wear gear on every ride. Quality full face helmet, boots, armored jacket, gloves, etc.
* Don't ride like an idiot on public roads. 20% faster than traffic, not 50%+.
* Assume drivers won't see you. Don't stop directly behind another car at intersections or in traffic, pay extra attention approaching intersections, don't ride in cars' blind zones, etc.
* Don't ride after drinking, even if it's 1-2 beers.

I ride to work every day it's above 40F in the morning and not supposed to rain much, unless my afterwork errands require more more cargo capacity than I can manage with my bikes.

 

[NewLeaf]

Thanks, I found my local chapter, #1330, called the Muddy River Crossers. Of Cumming, GA. I've already been in touch with the Chapter president and will visit them at their next monthly meeting.

There’s some that meet at IHOP Cartersville every week, or maybe month? Big group.

 

[Kenster21]

I’ve got a 2011 electra glide classic I absolutely love it

 

[MrJim]

I started riding in 74. Gave it up in 06 due to the dumb ass drivers. It’s even worse now. And I miss it but not ready to die yet