Most people like yourself will never understand it. But its usually the non-riders being the first to knock it.
I got my licence 19 years ago with 7 other mates. I'm the only one riding today. 6 gave it up after a minor crash, 1 is dead. I've had many more friends over the decades have bad crashes and even killed. I know the risks and the dangers and the idiots on our roads. But I'm passionate about bikes, and nothing can take that away. I ride, I tour, I race, I've done it all and I'll keep doing it. My crash was the 2nd in 19 years and the worst. Perhaps the next one will kill me, but I know the risks and their worth it.
All my mates tell me there should be more riders like me out there, who don't run and hide at the first off. Its all about preparation and education.
I dress as if I'm going to crash, but do not plan to. Nor do I ride in a manner that will lead me to trouble. But 'yes' sometimes trouble finds me.
Hell, I've crashed on the track at 130-160kph numerous times and walked away ... then I crash on the road at 60kph and shatter my shoulder! All because there was loose gravel on my section of road, while I was looking for oncoming traffic.
Having my crash makes me appreciate the small things in life again ... I'm not ignorant. I miss my bike and I miss riding. Nothing will change that.
Shit happens ... you can't prepare for it all. But enjoy life and enjoy all its pleasures.