Many of these poeple poli***heir high speed skills by joining a club for track time, where the environment is controlled and falling even at relatively high speeds usually resaults in only minor injury.
Tracks typically have smooth, clean pavement. Also, turns with large aprons on the outside where a person can safely slide in wet grass or sand for a long distance, and the newest safety, inflatable barriers.
Yes, it is sad when an inexperienced rider on a powerfull machine dies on a public road, and many riders will strongly agree. You could blame the salesman at the dealer for not exercising judgement, but the solution would be government involvement, and personal freedom coupled with personal responsibility is a subject very near the hearts of true motorcycle enthusiasts.
It is commonly said that the motorcycle is one of the few appliances today that you can still buy that has absolutely no safety features save for the human brain, and to some poeple that means a lot.
