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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 06:20 PM
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As some of you might know, I write a motorcycling column for a local newspaper. I'm thinking about doing an article on the top pet peeves, or minor annoyances if you prefer, that motorcycle riders experience. Please tell me, as briefly as possible, the one thing that annoys you the most when engaged in the sport of motorcycling.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 06:25 PM
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cagers talking on cell phones.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 06:31 PM
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cagers talking on cell phones.
Cagers talking on cell phones while driving 55 miles per hour in the fast lane next to a semi truck on the interstate in a 70 mph zone and they have been doing so for the last 15 miles.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 06:38 PM
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Idiots that are driving. They "Pretend" your not even there! They don't see you! Too busy yappin on the phone!
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 06:49 PM
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TEXTING on the damn phone.

When they throw crap out the window.

Unsecured loads on trucks.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 07:07 PM
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Work! If didn't have to work I could ride more! ; )
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 07:23 PM
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cagers talking on cell phones.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 07:27 PM
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Helmet laws. I'm a big boy and would like to make my own decisions regarding my well being.
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 07:30 PM
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Car following to close and won't pass when there is room. Motorhomes that hold up traffic and won't pull over when there is a turn out
 
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Old Sep 4, 2010 | 07:36 PM
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Cager turning left in front of me at intersections. Cager changing lanes (going in same direction) in front of me with little or no clearance. Car approaching on a 2 lane highway passing other cars forcing me to the shoulder(or a casket).
 
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