I think BBS actually said it best: "Riding a bike is inherently dangerous, which is something I've accepted."
I'm not sure how many riders, especially younger riders, appreciate that. They were interviewing riders on the news last night, and one guy said that he has gone 220 on his bike. Bikes have such great acceleration and are so fun, I can definitely see how they almost beg you to push the envelope, but they are a vehicle that can't save you from your mistakes; there are no seatbelts or airbags on a bike.
Be safe, be courteous.
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