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Did you read the second sentence under bikes?

And you can be sure that the actual language of the statutes are a little more succinct than what the drivers manual states. I know, because my job req's interaction with bike riders and I have had to have the local law enforcement come to "educate" those riders who feel that they are entitled to all areas of the road whether riding alone or in a peloton.

 

I am sorry what.... The Victoria Secret runway model show is on CBS right now. :drool

What are we talking about again.....:devil:

 

Just want to thank all the 'serious' posts on driving the Dragon. As a 'first timer' I really appreciate all the tips and tricks. Keep them coming...

As far the Prozac is concerned...it really helps in reading DaveO's posts.

Because people seem to take jokes personally...I AM JUST JOKING.

 

Next Harleys, please!!

 

No the Beer trucks would not get to Fontana to restock the bar. :ihih:

Also tow trucks, flatbeds w/ crashed cars and other tall vehicles need to be able to use the road.

 

No problem with peddle pushes provided they follow all the rules of the road.

 

It's a joke relax. :lol:

Do you ride your bike on I95 or 76 ? If not you are a cyclist with common sense.

 

Agreed with Dave, even though I dont like it, and would require hefty registration and insurance fees with a mandatory life insurance policy for road going bikes, and a 2 foot orange triangle signifying that they are designed to travel at less than a 25MPH average speed. I have to accept that they are here. I just wish the LEO would start enforcing the regulations that are in place for them... Single file, faster mode of transportation has the right of way (Cars), that would make dealing with them easier.

 

I don't take my life as a joke.

And no, riding on highways on a bicycle is asinine (not to mention illegal)... and if you're going to do that, you're asking for it.

Hefty registration and insurance fees? For what? If you hit a cyclist, that's on you pal. Besides, the vast majority of cyclists already pay hefty registration fees as car owners, and those same bicycle riding car owners also pay their taxes and gas taxes as well.

I enjoy bombing backroads just as much as anyone else here, but it's your responsibility to simply keep your eyes open and pay attention. We have equal right to the road as you do in your 4-wheeled cage. And FYI... you don't have the right of way. Share the road. :wink:

Now, as a cyclist with common sense... I'd never ride the Dragon on a bicycle.

 

That should be the rule everywhere!

Pretty sure everybody here grew up with their parents saying "stay out of the street or you're going to get hit!" Now all of a sudden the cars aren't supposed to be the ones on the road?

 

We have so many effing paved bike trails and path around here paid for with our Taxes there really is no reason for a cyclist to be on the roads.

Especially this time of the year.

 

Well, I guess we're going down this road...

See for yourself right here: http://www.odot.state.or.us/forms/dmv/37.pdf

It's incredible how quick people are to discount the lives of others just because getting to their destination is more important. For a 'friendly' MINI forum, you guys are awfully hostile.

 

Argumentative is the adjective, hostile implies they are out to get you!

I believe the this phrase might sum it up, 'drive or ride with commons sense'!

 

This all started when Dave cast out a joke ( a FRIENDLY jabbing) and you took it AWFULLY serious. If you don't get jabbed on here or you don't take it well.....well....

 

Be great to have one of those every day after work.

 

I thoroughly read the whole section, and what it all boils down to, is drivers need to give cyclists room, whether it be for parked cars, roadside hazards, or oncoming vehicles that don't allow enough room to safely pass.

And conversely, cyclists need to recognize that as users of the road, they are subject to the same laws and regulations as drivers of motor vehicles. FWIW, I do stop at stop signs, signal when turning or changing lanes, and stay on the proper side of the road.

I have exceeded the speed limit, though... :lol:

And succinct = short... I think you meant to say that the actual laws were more long-winded than the drivers manual states.

 

Uh... curves. Or something like that.