Originally Posted by
kizzile
Well I can say that in 6 years of riding everyday that I have had 1 accident where somebody tapped the tail of the bike. Didnt even use the gear I had on. ... The fact is most accidents on a bike are cuased by the rider.
I think you're right about the common cause, bit it's exactly that; common. Full gear will help a little if someone rear-ends or pulls out in front of you, but how often does it really happen in a way thats unavoidable?