Originally Posted by DCCommuter
I disagree strongly with the notion that the frustration exists because some cyclists selectively break traffic laws.
I agree 100% with DC Commuter's observation about cyclist law breaking behavior being a significant factor affecting motorist frustration or rage.
Two factors that IMO are far more significant are:
1. Does the cyclist's position/behavior have an affect on the specific driver's speed for ANY amount of any time or require the motorist to alter his position at all on the road. The legality of the cyclist's behavior is immaterial in this situation as far as the frustrated/irked motorist is concerned.
2. What is the color of the cyclist's skin or does he appear to be from a different social class than the motorist. Legality is also immaterial in this bad attitude situation.