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But the increased restrictions on operating a motor vehicle come from the assumption driving one is a privilege, to be earned upon demonstration of appropriate
by westbywest 14y ago
But the increased restrictions on operating a motor vehicle come from the assumption driving one is a privilege, to be earned upon demonstration of appropriate competence (incl. liability insurance). Likewise, the usual consequences of a abusing a motor vehicle far more disastrous than abusing a bike, prompting a greater required performance to avert such consequences.
- slantyyz 14y agoI don't dispute the intent of increased regulation on motorists, but that original statement in itself is misleading, especially because it is stated often by bicycle advocates and then taken at face value.
- scott_w 14y agoI think the argument is that "when you are on the road, bicycles have near identical rights and responsibilities as cars". It's not identical - bicycles aren't allowed on motorways in the UK, for instance.
- antidoh 14y agoNeither are under-powered motorcycles in the US. But where any vehicle is allowed, it's responsible.