Ask a RoadRunner

[RoadRunner79]

Have you ever had an accident on your bike?

I've always wanted a bike but just known way too many people die or have accidents on them.

Plus I live in England so for a lot of the year I probably wouldn't ride it anyway because of the weather.

I am a crap rider myself. I spent more time sliding along the ground than I did on the seat.

I think the key is to practice.  The ride like a pro videos are great, and I very much recommend learning and practicing counter steering.   However if the rubber side isn't pointing down that often, then I can understand that you may need to evaluate why and if riding is for you.  I remember in the MSF course, that they said, that you need to always fear and respect the danger of riding.   But that if you are afraid of riding itself, then you should not be doing it.

I consider myself a fairly good rider, and I've gotten pretty good compliments from those who I consider good riders when they are riding fast, and I'm still right on their fender. 

Here is the pic (more if you scroll through) from Killboy, that I use in my sig.   https://killboy.photoreflect.com/store/O...o=75&pc=95
It's from The tail of the dragon, which for those who are not familiar is RT 129 between Tennessee and N. Carolina.  This stretch of road has 318 curves in 11 miles.  In this spot, there are no side roads, or businesses, so it is a favored spot for Motorcycle and car enthusiasts.  I've been to this place a number of times, with both bikes.  While I never seem to be quite as aggressive on this curve where they set up the camera, I think it still makes for a great shot.