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Ego Riding

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Riding to impress others or prove yourself — one of the leading causes of fatal crashes.

What is it

Ego riding is when you ride not to get from A to B safely, but to impress, show off, or prove something. Speeding, aggressive overtaking, public wheelies, racing strangers — all ego-driven behaviors.

How it works

Ego shuts down rational thinking. Adrenaline and dopamine from risk create a feeling of invincibility. «It won't happen to me» — the classic illusion. Statistics don't care about ego: young males 18-35 are the highest risk category precisely because of ego riding.

How to practice

  • Be honest: who are you trying to impress? Friends? A random driver? Yourself?
  • The coolest thing on a motorcycle — living to retirement age and still riding
  • Want adrenaline? Go to the track — it's safe and genuinely fast
  • Remember: the cemetery is full of «cool» motorcyclists

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