I know , I know, this is old news (Hand Brake lever)
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Originally Posted by
mooneych
Perhaps we should put hand brakes in cars as well! :roflblack:
Seriously, the above comment should be reflected on carefully.
I agree it should be reflected on carefully. Would this same logic apply to ATGATT? I think not.
If the rider feels more secure adding (or even feeling the need for a hand brake), then that is hardly cause to say he is riding "scared". Simply a foolish comment from my vantage. Otherwise, one could extend that logic to any safety measures that riders take. I have a hand brake and I'd feel pretty secure saying I don't ride scared.
I completely agree with Papoandma. I have been presented with emergency braking measures when not "in traffic". To think that just because you are on the open road that nothing can cause the need for emergency braking is not wise. I, like many others have impairments on my right side that caused me concern in an emergency braking situation with a right foot only brake. So I added the ISCI, and didn't mind the cost one bit. It does what I need perfectly.
I don't think it should necessarily be a standard factory option, but I do think it is a good idea for those of us who need it or even want it. Just as ATGATT is a good idea for those who feel the need.
But to infer that Papoandma is "riding scared" is a bit of a reach. We might also want to consider this, when those of us on the board tout any added safety measure.
I know , I know, this is old news (Hand Brake lever)
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Originally Posted by
Bob Denman
Hi Steve,
If I may explain...
This discussion was starting to become a "Let's point out all of the dangers on the road" flavor. I was just trying to cork that bottle before we got mired in all of the horror stories that we all know are out there... :shocked:
So Papoandma,
I wasn't trying to say that you guys were riding scared; I was just trying to get away from that portion of the topic... sorry! :opps:
No worries Bob. It just caught me wrong I suppose. I could just imagine the uproar if that comment was made about other safety measures.
I should also point out that I am in favor of a hand brake with the caviat that the integrated system is maintained.