Author Topic: Missouri Helmet Law Changes Today (Read 10299 times)

Guzzistajohn · « **on:** August 08, 2015, 08:39:17 PM »

Just make sure to carry proof of $50,000.00 coverage on your melon

http://www.ky3.com/news/local/missouri-house-approves-helmet-law-repeal/21048998_32378490

Spuddy · « **Reply #1 on:** August 08, 2015, 08:52:37 PM »

Do horseback riders have to have $50k of insurance?

Spud

wymple · « **Reply #2 on:** August 08, 2015, 08:53:40 PM »

It won't make it past a governor's veto.

rodekyll · « **Reply #3 on:** August 08, 2015, 08:56:40 PM »

Quote from: Spuddy on August 08, 2015, 08:52:37 PM

Do horseback riders have to have $50k of insurance?

Spud

Sure, when they're riding their motorcycles without a helmet.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #4 on:** August 08, 2015, 08:57:16 PM »

Quote from: wymple on August 08, 2015, 08:53:40 PM

It won't make it past a governor's veto.

It would be OK with me. I'll still wear the gear anyway. I've had a meadowlark bounce off the top of my SHOEI @ 80 MPH can't imagine not wearing a lid.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #5 on:** August 08, 2015, 08:58:22 PM »

Quote from: Spuddy on August 08, 2015, 08:52:37 PM

Do horseback riders have to have $50k of insurance?

Spud

No helmet laws for cowboys Spud, they are more into spinal chord injuries

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #6 on:** August 08, 2015, 09:29:48 PM »

It's still freedom of choice. I like it. A beenie is still better than nothing. It's basically what bicyclists wear, no.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #7 on:** August 08, 2015, 09:50:58 PM »

I'm all for freedom of choice as long as you take responsibility for the choices you make. I don't really think comparing bicycles to motorbikes is an apples to apples comparison.

Stormtruck2 · « **Reply #8 on:** August 08, 2015, 09:55:48 PM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on August 08, 2015, 09:50:58 PM

I'm all for freedom of choice as long as you take responsibility for the choices you make. I don't really think comparing bicycles to motorbikes is an apples to apples comparison.

More of an assholes to apples comparison.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #9 on:** August 08, 2015, 10:01:42 PM »

Quote from: Stormtruck2 on August 08, 2015, 09:55:48 PM

More of an assholes to apples comparison.

Hey you big goofy Iowegian, I ride bicycles too. You calling me an asshole?

kevdog3019 · « **Reply #10 on:** August 08, 2015, 10:05:08 PM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on August 08, 2015, 09:50:58 PM

I'm all for freedom of choice as long as you take responsibility for the choices you make. I don't really think comparing bicycles to motorbikes is an apples to apples comparison.

Yes!

Stormtruck2 · « **Reply #11 on:** August 08, 2015, 10:13:53 PM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on August 08, 2015, 10:01:42 PM

Hey you big goofy Iowegian, I ride bicycles too. You calling me an asshole?

We just had RAGBRAI up here. 10,000 drunken assholes. Many bike riders I have met, especially the ones from Iowa City, are flaming assholes. But like any group of individuals, a small percentage of assholes makes the other 95% of the groups look bad. I just wish I could still ride bicycle. With just one lung now I can't ride anymore. I used to love ride. Loved bombing down a trail on a hill in the woods and riding the bull. Damn I miss those days.

Two Checks · « **Reply #12 on:** August 09, 2015, 12:05:41 AM »

Sory, I didn't see where the law changed.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #13 on:** August 09, 2015, 12:07:43 AM »

You know what dudes? Got to looking a little closer, this story was from April 15th. Sorry, I should do better at fact checking. I have fallen prey to internet bullshit. I apoligize.

wrbix · « **Reply #14 on:** August 09, 2015, 04:48:09 AM »

Quote from: kevdog3019 on August 08, 2015, 09:29:48 PM

A beenie is still better than nothing. It's basically what bicyclists wear, no.

Uh, no......poorly informed.
http://www.bhsi.org/standard.htm

Rough Edge racing · « **Reply #15 on:** August 09, 2015, 06:22:04 AM »

So why do people who wear a restraining belt in a vehicle might not want to wear a helmet on a motorcycle? I wear the safety belt, always ride a motorcycle with a helmet but never wear a helmet during our daily bicycle ride at 10 MPH.
Does being fat or a tobacco user or a drinker cancel out the need for a helmet because statistically you're more likely to croak so the helmet is less important as a means to prevent serious injury or death ?

sib · « **Reply #16 on:** August 09, 2015, 06:56:15 AM »

When I crash into motorcyclists with my car, I don't want the guilt of feeling responsible for the riders' death, permanent paralysis, or persistent vegetative state. If they are wearing helmets, these outcomes are less likely. That's why I want mandatory helmet laws. Call me self centered.

HDGoose · « **Reply #17 on:** August 09, 2015, 10:41:22 AM »

I'm right. you're wrong.

wrbix · « **Reply #18 on:** August 09, 2015, 12:07:45 PM »

Quote from: Goose on August 09, 2015, 10:41:22 AM

I'm right. you're wrong.

Of course ........ that's how we all feel here :Beating_A_Dead_Hors e_by_liviu

Thunderbox · « **Reply #19 on:** August 09, 2015, 02:19:34 PM »

What I don't get is why do motorcycle owners pay upwards of $600-$700 for crash bars to protect the bike and then invest $0 for a helmet. Just doesn't seem right somehow.
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cloudbase · « **Reply #20 on:** August 09, 2015, 02:34:18 PM »

How long would it take for $50k to evaporate in a neuro ICU?

Noguzznoglory · « **Reply #21 on:** August 09, 2015, 05:21:18 PM »

When Florida went "helmet optional" they added the requirement for $10,000 in personal injury protection. I've said all along that wouldn't cover the emergency room visit after a crash and neither would the $50,000 requirement.

Sasquatch Jim · « **Reply #22 on:** August 09, 2015, 09:15:35 PM »

Those prices are basically from the industrial strength greed of the medical industry.

wrbix · « **Reply #23 on:** August 09, 2015, 09:57:44 PM »

Quote from: Sasquatch Jim on August 09, 2015, 09:15:35 PM

Those prices are basically from the industrial strength greed of the medical industry.

Any data or documentation to support that unfounded f'ing stupid sounding statement?
I mean, really?
We're having an adult conversation here .

wrbix · « **Reply #24 on:** August 09, 2015, 10:26:26 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on August 09, 2015, 10:09:53 PM

We are , are you sure ? Hmm , a rarity around here Ease up fellas , GJ already informed us the whole thread is a bit bogus .

Dusty

Ok, you're right, no adults here. I'm sorry. It must be the fault of all those filthy-rich, greedy, uncommitted, poorly trained doctors that have rendered care to the chronically ill.
<shaking head and walking away>

wrbix · « **Reply #25 on:** August 09, 2015, 10:55:10 PM »

Right, Dusty, no problem there.
Just hate when folks blame the Medical profession and industry in unfounded uninformed fashion. No reason to have gone there in this discussion, per our friend from HI.

Shorty · « **Reply #26 on:** August 10, 2015, 12:19:08 AM »

Profession? I thought you guys were just practicing

wrbix · « **Reply #27 on:** August 10, 2015, 05:58:48 AM »

Quote from: Shorty on August 10, 2015, 12:19:08 AM

Profession? I thought you guys were just practicing

LOL - but still never get it perfect ....

davedel44 · « **Reply #28 on:** August 10, 2015, 07:57:55 AM »

Every November at the Lone Star Rally I see 90%+ of the participants riding without helments. I'm appalled.

Most helmet discussions center around the idea of personal choice. To wear a helmet is your choice law or no law. Your wife or kid or Mom will have limited choices if you are severely injured. We will have limited choices about paying for your care if you have no or limited insurance. We will have limited choices as our insurance premiums rise. Just remember your choice affects many others.

Riding a MC is inherently dangerous (not trying to start a argument here) I do what I can to mitigate that danger. Especially wearing a helmet.

If you chose to ride without a helmet at least sign your organ/tissue donor card.

Dave
Galveston

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #29 on:** August 10, 2015, 09:11:55 AM »

Geeze, I wasn't trying to start a fight here, I tried to delete this thread when I found out it's actually old news. Chill out boys!

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Author Topic: Missouri Helmet Law Changes Today (Read 10299 times)

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