Roadracing on takes place on a closed circuit. Roadracers generally
refer to people who race on the streets as squids. If you try to attain
racing speeds on the street you will soon eat it. If you want to go
fast on the streets here are some guidelines to help keep you alive.
1. Never ride fast under the influence of anything. Be well rested
and alert.
2. You bike must be "race ready", in other words perfect condition.
3. Wear full protective gear. Leathers will full armor, gloves,
boots, and a good helmet.
4. Never cross the center line. This is considered "running off the
track." If you do you loose.
5. Late apex all blind curves. This allows you to see if something is
in your lane sooner.
6. Never "shut the door" on your riding buddies. Give everyone ample
"outs".
7. Understand "the signal". A raised arm means trouble a head. Slow
down.
8. Ensure your buddies know the rules.
9. Never race a person whose riding skills are unknown.
10. Never, ever run from the police. They will do a Rodney King on
your head when they catch you. You may be able to out run the car, but
not the radio.
"And, if someone DIES as a result of that activity, then EVERYONE IN THE
GROUP SHOULD BE CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER."
What if a group of touring riders is bunched up a little too closely and
one goes down causing the death of another. Should the same rule hold
true? We need to take personal responsibility for our safety. If you
wish to assume the risks associated with going fast on the street,
fine. Not the brightest decision in the world but it is your to make.
[JRD: Nope. If someone in a tour group goes down and another dies, if the group was not actively pressing limits (such as speed laws) then it is not the same situation at all.]
The throttle goes both ways.
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