Unforutnately that sounds like a high proportion of these fatalities came from the cruiser community as many of the over 45 group tend to prefer cruisers (with helmets optional) to sportbikes. Either way, we all need to watch our asses out there because awareness is priceless and you can't plan for stupid.

Ralph, details on the course would be helpful so please sticky that thread when it comes out. Have you heard much about it? At which skill level will it be aimed (i.e. mid level rider, novice who's gotten some miles since the BRC, high experience, etc.)? While I still benefited a great deal from the Experienced Rider Course that several of us took part in last year, the entire course was basically the BRC but on my bike. Thanks!