I don't even know what that term means.
Respect is earned. Not given.
I've had a few idiot bikers spoil my perception for the bunch. Make it legal and even more idiots will become prevalent. No, not all, but more, and that's enough reason for me to not like it. I may be wrong, I'll readily admit that, but I don't think I am.
I've ran off the road to avoid idiots who passed on a double yellow then locked 'em up to avoid hitting a deer crossing the road. I did all I could to preserve that moron's life.
Every time I see a "look twice, save a life" bumper sticker or yard sign I can't help but think, "THINK twice and save your OWN life!" I have a few friends and fam who are hardcore riders. I can respect the riders that earn it and obey traffic laws. The morons ruin it for me. Same with anyone else, be it vehicle drivers or bicyclists though.
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