Precis 5) Motorcycling and Social Interaction- Design for the Enjoyment of Brief Traffic Encounters

   In their article, Mattias Esbjornsson, Oskar Juhlin, and Mattias Ostergen state, "Biking provides an opportunity to express an identity". They both conclude that motorcycling is a an activity where people spend a considerable amount of time on the road for the sake of enjoyment and fun. They argue, however that the activity is also social. It makes bikers appreciate one another if they encounter other bikers on the road.There are many forms of interaction. They pursue visual interaction by the display of equipment that they are wearing like a fancy helmet or leather chaps. Some might display action by doing a wheelie for others to see. Furthermore, they complement traffic encounters by traveling in groups, meeting at certain places like a McDonald's or interacting by using public message boards on the web. In general, motorcycling is seen as different from society because it provides a feeling of individuality and most of all freedom. Motorcyclists stand out beyond the logistical demands of a transport vehicle.

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