of course i didnt say that i took offence

 

Helmet,Boots,Tank or sleevless t-shirt unless its cold. You ride your way I'll ride mine. I'll agree on the flip flops or sandles though.But whatever floats your boat.

 

I prefer jeans and boots atleast. The whole shorts and flipflops rideing just isnt me. I guess to each their own. I do however enjoy the guy whos all geared up and has a babe on the back with little to no gear at all, It just looks odd not protecting your passenger too.

 

No, you're not off at all & anyone who's been through MSF training, military riders, or gone down can tell you it's always best to protect your body while riding. Of course you'll alter/reduce for hot/steamy times, but don't recall ever seeing shorts, flip flops & wifebeaters as recommended riding gear. "Wear what you wish & accept the risk" is my motto.

 

I thought Canada was on strike?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBMoM4ijiSU

 

I had sunscreen on.......

 

My point is, if we were to convince every biker to wear ATGATT and suddenly reduce motorcycle deaths and injuries significantly, Uncle Sam is going to be sending you a check to give you those dimes back. The government will suck X amount of tax dollars out of you, regardless... and then that money will be alloted to different programs. Once Uncle Sam has it, it doesn't matter where it goes - you don't have it and you're not getting it back.

Same with insurance companies. They're not going to lower rates just because they are paying fewer claims.

So... you're not paying anything "extra" for anyone.

 

I advocate laws requiring riders to never wear any safety gear. I also advocate laws making it illegal to include any safety features such as seat belts, anti-lock brakes, traction control systems, safety glass, etc, on any motor vehicle. To go even further, I think vehicles should be designed to cause maximum injury in the event of a crash. There should be clear labels on the vehicles saying "This vehicle is designed to maim and possibly kill you in the event of even the slightest crash. To avoid permanent dismemberment, disability or death, drive with extreme caution!"

Think about it. People get complacent with safety features. They think they can do everything but drive and the vehicle will take care of them. If we went the opposite way, it would force people to do everything possible to avoid hitting anyone or anything.

 

How long have you been on the fasion squad? Who cares what others do? I sure dont need or want you telling me what is appropriate riding gear.

 

Amen brother!

I never recall seeing anyone in a Vega dringing reckless or not paying attention to the road.