06-03-2019, 04:38 AM
Gold and Rotor, you both have interesting points. I took up motorcycle riding purely for the transportation value. I live in a very densely populated area with heavy traffic, and motorcycles have a valuable advantage over cars for those who accept the risk. 99% of my riding is to commute, and my car is only used in the rain or to carry passengers.
Also, having done so in California for many years, I have noticed that when gas prices spike (near $5 per gallon is about the benchmark), I tend to see more new riders on new bikes on my commute. That hasn't happened for a few years, but who knows when we'll see it again.
Also, having done so in California for many years, I have noticed that when gas prices spike (near $5 per gallon is about the benchmark), I tend to see more new riders on new bikes on my commute. That hasn't happened for a few years, but who knows when we'll see it again.