The Motorcycle Commandments

[bigdog]

Found this on another forum I frequent, thought I'd pass it on.

The Motorcycle Commandments

No ride is "out of the way". The purpose of a motorcycle is to ride. It doesn't matter where, just as long as the wheels are rolling.
In any situation, the car has the right of way. Every vehicle on the road is out to get you. You're a fighter pilot on two wheels and you better start thinking like one. No matter who has the red light, stop sign, or right of way, it's your responsibility as a motorcycle rider to see the enemy, anticipate his every move, and keep yourself out of his grill. If you have an accident, it's always through your lack of skill, caution, and awareness. It's always your fault.
A true motorcycle rider rides on the street and the dirt. He may not be the best at putting a knee to the pavement at 130 mph or whipping a 90 foot triple, but he finds pleasure at both ends of the spectrum.
A motorcycle rider should not have a motorcycle he cannot lift. If he cannot pick up his bike unassisted, he should be on a smaller bike.
A motorcycle has two wheels, not three, not four. Motorcycle riders do not ride trikes, that's one wheel away from a Scooter Chair.
A motorcycle was not made to pull trailers, sidecars, or other appendages that inhibit the freedom of two wheels.
A motorcycle rider is never lonely. His motorcycle, a good book, and the endless road are all the friends he needs. Besides, women will always be interested in a motorcycle rider.
A helmet sets a serious motorcycle rider apart from the squids, bozos, posers, and goofs who fly down the highway bareheaded, styling with a do-rag and a prayer.
When people tell a motorcycle rider that motorcycles are dangerous, he shall grin and say, "Hell, yeah it is." He wouldn't have it any other way. If riding was safe, the road would be full of grannies on Harleys.
When the sun shines, you ride. When it rains, you ride. A motorcycle rider isn't the kind of guy who is afraid to get wet.
Crashing is something the other guy does. Your goal is to never crash. That goes double when carrying a passenger. However, the laws of physics can overwhelm even the best motorcyle rider; if he does crash, the first thing he asks is, "Is my bike alright?".
A motorcycle rider is not a "biker". He may ride a bike, but he is a "motorcycle rider". A "biker" is someone lacking in hygiene and self-awareness.
Girls ride motorcycles, too. None of these rules necessarily apply to them.

[2x18wheeler]

Amen brother!!

[AlabamaNomadRider]

I agree with most all of that. I just don't ride in the rain for various reasons. Other than that I totally agree. Ride safe.

[usranger74]

You can have the dirt and 130 MPH.

[old curmudgeon]

Originally Posted by usranger74

You can have the dirt and 130 MPH.

... and the rain. I ride for the enjoyment. I don't find riding in the rain terribly enjoyable. That being said, I'm always prepared for whatever nature decides to dish up.

I'm not big on trikes, but I'm also pretty sure there are a few brothers out there who, for one reason or another, are very thankful for trikes. Without them they would be unable to experience the freedom of riding without a cage around them

I definitely agree with rules 1 (the road IS the destination) & 2 (it's ALWAYS your fault. Except for maybe the deer that jumped over Trip's head).

[Top Cat]

I printed that out to hang on the garage wall.
Then read it closer. To many things in there I don't agree with.
Put it in the trash.

[Crab]

Ya its cool to read... thanks for posting... I ride more aggresive than most...perfer to stay ahead and not give cager's time to think..
Dont like the rain,,but will ride in it... Leaving in the rain on a ride sucks,,,but getting caught in the rain while already riding is just a "o well" moment.No ABS sucks lol
thx
Crab

[kenb]

Nobody, but nobody, commands me on how and why I ride a motorcycle!

[cnc]

Originally Posted by Top Cat

I printed that out to hang on the garage wall.
Then read it closer. To many things in there I don't agree with.
Put it in the trash.

Betcha' it was the helmet part Tim.

[Top Cat]

Originally Posted by cnc

Betcha' it was the helmet part Tim.

These are the ones I don't agree with Norm;

A true motorcycle rider rides on the street and the dirt.

A motorcycle has two wheels, not three, not four. Motorcycle riders do not ride trikes, that's one wheel away from a Scooter Chair.


A motorcycle rider is never lonely. His motorcycle, a good book, and the endless road are all the friends he needs.


I actually think this one is right on;

A helmet sets a serious motorcycle rider apart from the squids, bozos, posers, and goofs who fly down the highway bareheaded, styling with a do-rag and a prayer.

[cnc]

I was just pulling your chain Tim. I think the styling with a do- rag and a prayer part is priceless.

[Top Cat]

Originally Posted by cnc

I was just pulling your chain Tim. I think the styling with a do- rag and a prayer part is priceless.

I knew that my Canadian friend.

[ballast]

The whole thing is entirely too complicated.

Get Bike, Ride Bike. Have fun!

[ponch]

Originally Posted by AlabamaNomadRider

I agree with most all of that. I just don't ride in the rain for various reasons. Other than that I totally agree. Ride safe.

I don't mind rain, I do hate lightning though...

[old curmudgeon]

Originally Posted by ponch

... I do hate lightning though...

I hear that. There was motorcyclist killed here near Denver when he was struck while riding. We've diverted a couple of rides because of the color of the sky toward our destination.