I have ridden since I was 10 years old, 52 now, still love it, been on 11 Love Rides, saw one crash, jap bike passing on the median. Don't go to Glendale anymore,just show up at the ride itself, as stated too many idiot Rubs( that is Rich Urban Bikers.)
I don't want no stinkin windshield or radio, have gone as much as 700 miles in a day, you gotta watch for people in cars for sure, my son who also started on dirt bikes just got his first Harley, made him go to the school and we have a great time. You can get hurt doing about anything, no fun living your life in a bubble.

Here is a picture of Bad Maxx, my 2006 Springer.
