glenfiddich
TravelsWithBarley.com
BMW's are like Volvos. They are relatively safe machines, but another big part of their safety record is the type of people that buy them. Conservative drivers/riders and safety conscious for the most part.
I'm not sure I'd agree with the conservative statement, though definitely safety conscious! Most of the Beemer riders I know, myself included, will ride 10% faster than the speed limit and not slow for curves. Most of the cruisers I know, regardless of brand, ride 10% below the speed limit and crawl through curves. They are also less likely to wear protective gear or even to head check before turning or changing lanes lest their sunglasses get blown off.
I also hear a lot of talk in that crowd perpetuating myths: LPSL, helmets will break your neck, never use the front brake, etc. I think that herd attitude and group riding keeps novice riders from ever fully developing their skills. As others have said, the attitude among experienced long distance solo or small group riders regardless of brand is completely different.