Fell off my bike tonight

[The Valkyrie]

Motorcyles are fun.

But.

You have to realize you are probably going to get hurt. A helmet is no guarantee you won't get hurt, or will indeed even survive a crash. If you like going 100 mph, in shorts and a full face helmet - have fun. Just know you' re a moron.

And even if you wear full protective gear - and ride defensively -- your odds are still far worse than being in a car. Some figures show you are 25 times more likely to be killed on a bike than in 4 wheels.

I rode for 35 years - and had 3 major crashes.

I did what a smart gambler does - quit while I was ahead.

And car drivers are not educated to look out for bikes.

One major accident and many near misses.