This is just another terrible tragedy that should never happen when on holidays. We seem to take more risks when we go on holidays( no helmet,phone, beer) which increases the odds of problems or like here, a bad accident. I see it everyday, I have been riding for over 10 years in Thailand. At night, the bike stays home and this reduces my chances. I drink and if the bike is there, I know I will ride it home so I do not take it. I have been riding for 43 years and been in 2 serious accidents. 16yrs and 23 and once here in Thailand which was minor but, was at night after a few beverages. The rules of the road are just not the same as the west. Here is the biggest problem. You can rent scooters or big bikes without a licence or experience. I wish this guy good luck and lets hope that June 1st this new 300 baht entry levy will cover motor accidents also but I REALLY doubt it. I am sure it will be just for sickness with alot of fine print