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09-15-2006, 01:29 AM
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| Newbie  Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southwest Alabama
Posts: 8
|  Safety
Well, I'm about to pull the trigger after having not ridden in about 25 years. Either a C50 or S50. I know they are very different bikes, but I need to see which one fits my 5'5" frame best. But y'alls constant talk about the increase in crashes, injuries, and fatalities has put me off. Believe me, I am sensitive to safety issues...hell my job is an Offshore Safety Advisor!! I understand the importance of training, protective gear, awareness, impairment, etc, better than most. So I looked at the statistics and applied them to me: Helmets reduced the likleyhood of fatality by 29% (I will wear a full face helmet all the time.) Speeding was involved in 41% of fatal crashes. (I even drive my cage at the speed limit.) Intoxication was a major cause of crashes 31% of the time. ( I do not drink and drive) 29%+41%+31%=101% It appears that if I wear my helmet, do not speed nor drink; I will be safer riding than not riding. So when I get home this time I am getting the C50. Or the S50.  |
