No Protective Cabin, Only Our Reflexes
Maybe we cannot afford to buy a car like yours, or maybe we own a motorcycle that is more expensive than a luxury car, but either way, we do not have a protective metal cabin surrounding us. To avoid getting crushed between two cars in stop-and-go traffic, we simply cannot wait in the middle of the lane like you do. We have to move through gaps and lane split to avoid becoming the victim of a distracted driver approaching from behind. Sometimes, to avoid endangering traffic when we can't find a safe parking spot, we are forced to park on the sidewalk in a way that doesn't bother pedestrians.
The Struggle of Delivery Riders and Heavy Gear
Not everyone on a motorcycle is riding for pleasure. We also have delivery riders working under the constant pressure of "Where is my order?". They have strict delivery times and are rushing to deliver packages just to make a living. Moreover, the physical burden we carry while doing this is not light at all. Between a 1.5 to 2 kg helmet, a heavy armored jacket that feels like 10 kilos, knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves, we can sometimes barely carry ourselves in the heat.
The Solution is Simple: Mutual Understanding
The solution is actually very simple: Understanding. If everyone is a little more polite and careful, nothing bad will happen to our lives or your cars. We are not crazy about risking our lives; we are human beings too, and we just want to get home safely to our loved ones. Many of the maneuvers we make in traffic are not for fun; they are done out of pure necessity. Please check your mirrors and give us a little space.