I've had 2 minor crashes, neither of which I was injured except for a few scrapes and some soreness. Not once did it even cross my mind, to give up riding because of it.

On a somewhat related note...I also had a wreck on my motorcycle, too. I walked away unhurt, but very bruised and sore for weeks. Oh, and I wasn't wearing a helmet either... I honestly don't know how I managed to get so lucky...however, my Harley was NOT so lucky and suffered close to $5,000 in damage. I was back riding my Harley again, in less than a month.

In both cases, I think crashing has actually made me a "better" rider...because now I am more aware of the consequences of my actions. I ride more defensively and more acutely aware of my surroundings.