[Bikers4Bush]

If that's what you honestly think then read up and get educated because that is a myth.

http://www.msgroup.org/TIP056.html

http://www.state.co.us/gov_dir/cdps/Stats/Mtc/Mtc.htm

http://www.webbikeworld.com/Motorcycle-Safety/crash.htm

[Tijeras_Slim]

Nice links. The single vehicle crash (bike only) numbers are higher than I would have thought. Seems though, if you can ride competently, don't have a penchant for getting in over your head (particularly in corners) and don't ride under the influence, you'll miss most of these. Most of the close calls I've had have been of the dumb cager type.

[E. Pluribus Unum]

If that's what you honestly think then read up and get educated because that is a myth.

The most frequent accident configuration is the motorcycle proceeding straight then the automobile makes a left turn in front of the oncoming motorcycle.

We can each find conflicting references all day long.

No offense meant.

Safe riding to ya.