Mercury1 Turbocharged November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 Lately I been encountering a lot of reckless scooters weaving in an out of heavy traffic. It seems most of the reckless ones are driven by Caucasians, they drive fast and weave in and out expecting cars to automatically give way. I nearly crushed one that abruptly cut into my lane when the car in front of him jam brake, lucky I also jam brake in time to avoid him otherwise he'll mess up my bumper. Do you guys encounter these idiots on the road? I work in the City which I believe has the highest density of such self indulgent wieners. Also on the rise are idiots on micro scooters on the road. ↡ Advertisement 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 (edited) Reckless caucasians on scooters? Neber met one yet. But I get see the same nice red scooter ridden by a young lady clad in red jacket almost every other morning on the way to work . Edited November 14, 2014 by Toothiewabbit 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury1 Turbocharged November 14, 2014 Author Share November 14, 2014 Wah you damn lucky every morning got eye candy to see No such luck for me xianz Reckless caucasians on scooters? Neber met one yet.But I get see the same nice red scooter ridden by a young lady clad in red jacket almost every other morning on the way to work . 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabyBlade Internal Moderator November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 Lately I been encountering a lot of reckless scooters weaving in an out of heavy traffic. It seems most of the reckless ones are driven by Caucasians, they drive fast and weave in and out expecting cars to automatically give way. I nearly crushed one that abruptly cut into my lane when the car in front of him jam brake, lucky I also jam brake in time to avoid him otherwise he'll mess up my bumper. Do you guys encounter these idiots on the road? I work in the City which I believe has the highest density of such self indulgent wieners. Also on the rise are idiots on micro scooters on the road. I've encountered many reckless riders and drivers on the road but I don't think I will go to the extend of calling them idiots. So let's say if you hit a motorcyclist, would your first concern be his "idiotic" life or your precious bumper? There is already a thread to bash motorcyclists. Do we need another one? http://www.mycarforum.com/topic/2696458-motorcycle-accidents-mostly-of-riders-doing/ 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 Wah you damn lucky every morning got eye candy to see No such luck for me xianz join me lumbering along Bendemeer / Jalan Besar every weekday morning....ai mai??! [laugh] 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury1 Turbocharged November 14, 2014 Author Share November 14, 2014 I typically keep a wide berth from cyclist/motorist, signal my intentions in advance etc the usual things which makes everyone daily motoring more pleasant. Most riders generally know the rule of the road, However if a rider (like the one today) decides to swerve into my lane leaving a meter between my front bumper and himself then IMO he is an idiot, if I am to be honest if I did hit him I doubt I would have felt overwhelming sympathy. You might think its harsh but I respect other road users big or small and I take dim view of those who don't. Thanks for pointing out the other thread, I posted this in complaints but wasn't aware of another one in generals section. Possible to merge? I've encountered many reckless riders and drivers on the road but I don't think I will go to the extend of calling them idiots.So let's say if you hit a motorcyclist, would your first concern be his "idiotic" life or your precious bumper?There is already a thread to bash motorcyclists.Do we need another one?http://www.mycarforum.com/topic/2696458-motorcycle-accidents-mostly-of-riders-doing/ Haha then this lady will be wondering why two cars are escorting her to work daily. join me lumbering along Bendemeer / Jalan Besar every weekday morning....ai mai??! [laugh] 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgarkles 1st Gear November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 Not sure if this can be considered a motorcyclist since it's an electric bicycle. Happened on 24 Oct 2014. He was traveling very fast on a pedestrian pavement. Knocked onto my car at high speed. Damage is $800+ and he is adamant on not compensating me? Lan lan.... 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mingsect 5th Gear November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 from the video, it does not seems the first thing you check if the cyclist was injured or need medical attention .. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaiyotakamli Supersonic November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 I am now in China, glad our sg roads not filled with so much scooters like in china lol 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgarkles 1st Gear November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 from the video, it does not seems the first thing you check if the cyclist was injured or need medical attention .. On first look, does not look injured. Your're right, should have asked him. But then he was so desperate to ride off again that he did not even ask for compensation for his injury? Go figure... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yewheng Twincharged November 14, 2014 Share November 14, 2014 Not sure if this can be considered a motorcyclist since it's an electric bicycle. Happened on 24 Oct 2014. He was traveling very fast on a pedestrian pavement. Knocked onto my car at high speed. Damage is $800+ and he is adamant on not compensating me? Lan lan.... The view on the left is blocked by fencing wall, only when you accelerated out abit more and happened to see the cyclist on the left chiong down without stopping to check whether is there any car exiting out of condo. For me, I am extra careful when making exit, left turn or right turn when the vision is obstructed by wall, trees, fencing etc. Another thing that I always get irritated is when making left turn or exit, I don't know why some motorist like to cut/overtake on the left. It's very dangerous when they make that move. I usually will keep towards the extreme left close to the kerb so that they have no chance to pass through on the left side. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercury1 Turbocharged November 15, 2014 Author Share November 15, 2014 Suay man this one really lan lan, I dun think u were going too fast out of the Campark unfortunately That cyclist happen to spring out just ask you cleared the hump. Got buy 4D ? For old people have to give chance take it as good karma? There are lots the them on the road moving cardboard or cycling against traffic in Chinatown, but they usually keep left and quite slow giving ample reaction time. If govt wants to encourage cycling they need to put down some proper foundations, I seen foot bikes faster than this on footpaths before, what irks me is like your situation after they knock down someone they just pedal away few will actually stay to help. Not sure if this can be considered a motorcyclist since it's an electric bicycle. Happened on 24 Oct 2014. He was traveling very fast on a pedestrian pavement. Knocked onto my car at high speed. Damage is $800+ and he is adamant on not compensating me? Lan lan.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volvobrick Supersonic November 15, 2014 Share November 15, 2014 I have no sympathy for anyone over 8 years old who rides along pavements across pedestrian crossings at high speed without giving any regard whether they can be seen by drivers at the junction. They are simply asking to be knocked down sooner or later. Like in this case. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neutralsg 5th Gear November 15, 2014 Share November 15, 2014 (edited) Fortunately, you have your video which keeps reminding us how important it is to have one installed in a vehicle. It is long overdue for LTA to have these electrically driven bicycles regulated and sufficiently covered for assurance in some way albeit without the need for COE. Perhaps we can use such video to push LTA and the relevant ministry to look into ensuring that such road users bear certain amount of responsibility towards other road users? Not sure if this can be considered a motorcyclist since it's an electric bicycle.Happened on 24 Oct 2014. He was traveling very fast on a pedestrian pavement. Knocked onto my car at high speed. Damage is $800+ and he is adamant on not compensating me? Lan lan.... Edited November 15, 2014 by Neutralsg 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lausai88 Hypersonic November 15, 2014 Share November 15, 2014 I am now in China, glad our sg roads not filled with so much scooters like in china lol Wah, you really addicted to MCF, should have other better things to do in China than this right? Free, you detour to Ho Chi Minh, scooters everywhere. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgarkles 1st Gear November 15, 2014 Share November 15, 2014 Fortunately I have a camera installed. Else car vs electric bike, ppl naturally assume car is speeding or at fault. This happened at paya lebar near the traffic police headquarters. There is a childcare centre at the Trinity church beside condo. Hope no child gets injured before the govt starts to regulate electric bikes on footways. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neutralsg 5th Gear November 15, 2014 Share November 15, 2014 I think he's hard fight with bro Fongmy who seemed to come into MCF even during his tour in Europe - Wah, you really addicted to MCF, should have other better things to do in China than this right? Free, you detour to Ho Chi Minh, scooters everywhere. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamesc Hypersonic November 15, 2014 Share November 15, 2014 These days there are so many reckless scooters, bicycle riders, pedestrians who listen to ear buds and cross the road looking at their handphone as well as reckless drivers. I just make sure I don't hit them. People can drive in a way they never get into an accident. Too bad for them they don't know how to do this. ↡ Advertisement 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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