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I cycle almost exclusively. I don't think reckless cyclists are more unusual that reckless drivers. I'd guess the fraction of reckless cyclists is about the sam

• inglor_cz 5y ago
  "However since cyclists and pedestrians are often forced to share space, pedestrians notice the cyclists more often." That is it. When you walk regularly, you find paths from A to B that minimize your contact with cars to a level crossing or two. (Might be different in the countryside or in cities whose walkability is poor). So your chance of getting hit by a car are fairly low and you only really need to pay attention when you cross the street. For the rest of the time, you can afford to daydream or wander in thoughts a bit. Once people learn to ride their bikes on pavements, it means the need for constant vigilance. Biking needs its own infrastructure, separate from both pedestrians and cars. The needs and speeds are just different.