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Originally Posted by antikristuseke
I disagree with mandatory helmet laws but agree with seatbelt ones.
The reason is simple, if you crash a bike without a helmet you are no more of a risk to others than with a helmet. Crash a car without wearing your seatbelt and you will become a safety risk for others because you become a projectile.
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It's not all just about the risk to the individual. I guarantee you over 50% of MC riders have no kind of insurance to cover the medical bills when they crack their skulls. You and I are paying from them.
Now, if we agree to a system where the first responders check the injured party for insurance, I would be ok with no helmet law.
"He looks pretty bad, broken leg, shoulder, probable concussion and head injuries. Bob, check his driver's license, does he have the medical insurance box checked?"
"No, George, he does not. Apparently he can afford a $28,000 Harley, $40 HD shirt, $20 doo-rag, and some pretty extensive tattoo work, but he didn't think it was important to pay for insurance or a helmet."
"Ah, well, let's go. (shouts at downed rider) Good luck, buddy!"