Did the V Twin thing for awhile and then a 2010 Goldwing before giving it up again recently. I assume the faster comment is not a crotch rocket version of speed but more like not just sitting in traffic but constantly moving through it. In Houston, that is a very good idea because a stationary target is, a target. That even works for cars. Sit in the same place and someone will come into it with you. Guaranteed. I quit riding with my group of 10 when they started riding 5-10 under the limit. Talk about pissing people off and instigating road rage. Poor idea when you are on two wheels. Now I drive a SUV and don't worry about my life, but I always give a biker and trucker room and benefit of doubt.just my experience and I do agree that "riding faster makes you safer, harder to hit" is ridiculous.