Is it just me?
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 366
Likes: 11
From: Jacksonville, FL
Is it just me?
Is it just me or has it gotten worse out there?
I remember back when most cars were driven with the windows down which meant drivers could actually hear what was going on around them.
Back then, it seems like there was less traffic and nobody had cell phones.
Even then, there was an occasional close call but lately it seems like every day at least one car tries to kill me by pulling out in front of me or moving into my lane, unaware I'm there.
I've been able to avoid a crash for the last 25 years but I'm starting to wonder how much longer until my turn.
I remember back when most cars were driven with the windows down which meant drivers could actually hear what was going on around them.
Back then, it seems like there was less traffic and nobody had cell phones.
Even then, there was an occasional close call but lately it seems like every day at least one car tries to kill me by pulling out in front of me or moving into my lane, unaware I'm there.
I've been able to avoid a crash for the last 25 years but I'm starting to wonder how much longer until my turn.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 15,400
Likes: 19,455
From: Upstate N.Y.-Rochester Area
It's not you.
Aside from the fact that there are just way more drivers in general, there is a huge increase in the number of young inexperienced, older sometimes less aware, unlicensed, and let's face it, less well trained, unconcerned, self focused, drunk, stoned, and distracted (Cell phone/texting) drivers on the road.
Just a fact of life that we must accept and adapt to, but Man, I sure do wish that there was a good way to sweep out those that are danger to better the odds.
Aside from the fact that there are just way more drivers in general, there is a huge increase in the number of young inexperienced, older sometimes less aware, unlicensed, and let's face it, less well trained, unconcerned, self focused, drunk, stoned, and distracted (Cell phone/texting) drivers on the road.
Just a fact of life that we must accept and adapt to, but Man, I sure do wish that there was a good way to sweep out those that are danger to better the odds.
Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 515
Likes: 3
From: Tipp City Ohio
Yes
Almost everyone has A/C nowadays and isn't afraid to use it 
True
People seem to be more self absorbed today and only worry about the space between their bumpers.
I remember back when most cars were driven with the windows down which meant drivers could actually hear what was going on around them.
Back then, it seems like there was less traffic and nobody had cell phones.
Even then, there was an occasional close call but lately it seems like every day at least one car tries to kill me by pulling out in front of me or moving into my lane, unaware I'm there.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 3,832
Likes: 127
From: Coastal Carolina
The percentages of too young and too old drivers are probably about the same. But there are definitely more distracted drivers texting, talking on the phone, etc. They are a huge risk factor that didn't exist before. (In the "olden days" it only took a split second to look down and change the radio station.)
One other thing I have noticed on the increase is what I call the "NASCAR syndrome." I refer to drivers who tailgate, change lanes without warning, cutting closely around other cars and otherwise drive too aggressively.
One other thing I have noticed on the increase is what I call the "NASCAR syndrome." I refer to drivers who tailgate, change lanes without warning, cutting closely around other cars and otherwise drive too aggressively.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 2,979
Likes: 1,165
From: No where near you, OH
When I started riding in 1985 these problems were almost non existent. When I want to ride nowadays my purpose is to get out of town and away from all this ****. At the county fair this year some stupid bitch in a Suburban rear ended a covered wagon, totally destroying the wagon, hospitalizing the 2 people in it and killing 2 of the 4 horses. Now, if the stupid f***ing retard couldn't dig her head out of her *** long enough to see something as big as a covered wagon, how the hell is she going to see someone on a bike?
Road Master
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 987
Likes: 1
From: Maryland
When I started riding in 1985 these problems were almost non existent. When I want to ride nowadays my purpose is to get out of town and away from all this ****. At the county fair this year some stupid bitch in a Suburban rear ended a covered wagon, totally destroying the wagon, hospitalizing the 2 people in it and killing 2 of the 4 horses. Now, if the stupid f***ing retard couldn't dig her head out of her *** long enough to see something as big as a covered wagon, how the hell is she going to see someone on a bike?
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 9,208
Likes: 374
From: Central Illinois, Between I-80 and I-74
Trending Topics
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 14,778
Likes: 69
From: Badlands of ND
When I started riding in 1985 these problems were almost non existent. When I want to ride nowadays my purpose is to get out of town and away from all this ****. At the county fair this year some stupid bitch in a Suburban rear ended a covered wagon, totally destroying the wagon, hospitalizing the 2 people in it and killing 2 of the 4 horses. Now, if the stupid f***ing retard couldn't dig her head out of her *** long enough to see something as big as a covered wagon, how the hell is she going to see someone on a bike?
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Devil's Advocate
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 2,070
Likes: 36
From: Alberta, Canada
It's not you.
Aside from the fact that there are just way more drivers in general, there is a huge increase in the number of young inexperienced, older sometimes less aware, unlicensed, and let's face it, less well trained, unconcerned, self focused, drunk, stoned, and distracted (Cell phone/texting) drivers on the road.
Just a fact of life that we must accept and adapt to, but Man, I sure do wish that there was a good way to sweep out those that are danger to better the odds.
Aside from the fact that there are just way more drivers in general, there is a huge increase in the number of young inexperienced, older sometimes less aware, unlicensed, and let's face it, less well trained, unconcerned, self focused, drunk, stoned, and distracted (Cell phone/texting) drivers on the road.
Just a fact of life that we must accept and adapt to, but Man, I sure do wish that there was a good way to sweep out those that are danger to better the odds.
Technology, evolution, stupidity and give a $hit have taken over.
YOU CAN'T FIX STUPID!
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 1,100
Likes: 40
From: New York
One guy was three feet behind my bike at 70 MPH and a truck so close on an entrance ramp that I couldn't see to merge.