[Ducati] Daytime running lights (Was: Traction Control in the AMA)

[Bob Ryan]

On 5/31/06, TheGeek <jsgeek at gmail.com> wrote:
> I can't remember when it started here in Canada (mid 80s?) but I can't see
> any downside;
> blinding? no, it stops many bozos from driving with  their highbeams on to
> be "safe".
> fuel consumption? not as much as running the wrong tire pressure .
> upside:
> most people are too stupid to turn their lights on in the rain, this gives
> them no choice.
> saves lives...maybe...dunno.
>
> frankly don't care but wouldn't lift a finger either way to fight for it.
>
> Peter S


The conflict comes from the fact that since the mid 70's (in the USA)
motorcycles  have to have their headlight on all the time.

Until the advent of DRL, if you saw a light, it was a bike. Now,
lights are all over the place so bikes are once again part of the
"noise". (no pun intended)

-Bob