My Best Mate Wants To Start Motorcycling. I'm Scared He'll Get Hurt. Are Bikes Really Dangerous?

Yes, motorbikes are dangerous. But then arguably so is driving a car, riding a push bike and standing on top of a chair.

There is a certain thrill you get from riding a motorbike which you just don't get from a car or other bike. Its fast, sensitive and you are exposed to everything. It is an amazing rush and very addictive.

There are plenty of motorcyclists who have never had an accident. Biking takes a lot of skill and your friend will have to do a lot of training before he / she is able to ride with confidence.

After they have passed the tests the responsibility is on them to drive carefully and responsibility. That's something you cannot do for them. They are a lot more exposed on a bike and car drivers often 'miss' seeing them on the road. They are also more sensitive to road and weather conditions. But if your friend is sensible and careful they could have a very happy time biking.