I have been riding bikes since 1967, and have sat at lights that won't change. Sitting on an air-cooled engine in 94 degree temperatures is bad for me and my bike. To think bikers are too stupid to look both ways before proceeding through an intersection is ridiculous. What is the difference between stopping at a red light, looking both ways, then proceeding, than stopping at a stop sign and doing the same thing. The two minute waitng period is arbitrary and I think nit picking over whether the rider sat there for 1 min and 57 seconds is as sensless an argument as the one against the new red light law. As you pointed out, at busy intersections , it is likely a larger vehicle will come along and set off the signal for you. But if it doesn't, should you pack a lunch and wait? The only motorcycle accident I have had (1967) was when a car turned left in front of me and I hit it in the right front fender and flew over the hood. Motorcyclists are more aware of other vehicles than automobiles are of the motorcyclist. I am a North West Chapter ABATE member and greatful that "Common Sense" has prevailed in this legislation.
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Posted on July 19 at 6:33 a.m.
I have been riding bikes since 1967, and have sat at lights that won't change. Sitting on an air-cooled engine in 94 degree temperatures is bad for me and my bike. To think bikers are too stupid to look both ways before proceeding through an intersection is ridiculous. What is the difference between stopping at a red light, looking both ways, then proceeding, than stopping at a stop sign and doing the same thing. The two minute waitng period is arbitrary and I think nit picking over whether the rider sat there for 1 min and 57 seconds is as sensless an argument as the one against the new red light law. As you pointed out, at busy intersections , it is likely a larger vehicle will come along and set off the signal for you. But if it doesn't, should you pack a lunch and wait? The only motorcycle accident I have had (1967) was when a car turned left in front of me and I hit it in the right front fender and flew over the hood. Motorcyclists are more aware of other vehicles than automobiles are of the motorcyclist. I am a North West Chapter ABATE member and greatful that "Common Sense" has prevailed in this legislation.
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