Rider down, NGC

[Buckturgidson]

A few days ago a 22 yo male died in south Reno when a driver turned left in front of him on a major thoroughfare. Speed or impairment were not factors. From what I can tell, the driver is facing no consequences for his (or her) negligence. I find this disturbing and amazing.

[Ncdan]

Speaking in general as I know little about the total circumstances in this particular tragedy.
We as experienced motorcyclists know and realize that this type of accident is one of the most dangerous traffic situations we encounter.
During my time as a motor officer it was constantly drilled in us during our yearly certification and training to always be aware of the dreaded left turn into our path.
The instructors always told us the best chance for survival was to be seen, first and to reach the point of possible impact to have reduced our speed as much as the situation would allowed and to try to make sure the driver sees the motorcycle.
Therefore it was SOP for us to use high beams, not flashing on and off as this could suggest giving up the right of way, and to reduce our speed until we felt sure the driver had eyes on us.
I would also add that protective gear also greatly increased the odds of survival in the event of a crash.

[Moparnut72]

California DMV motorcycle handbook recommends riding with high beams on in the daytime. Where in Reno did this happen? I was in Reno on Friday, drivers were acting like idiots. Speeding, running red lights, etc.
kk

[Buckturgidson]

South Reno near Michael's Powersports.

[Wayne Orwig]

Been there, done that. Lost my wife to it. There is no fixing it, and the guilty party is let off with a slap on the wrist.   

[Moparnut72]

Thanks.
kk