I like the blinkers too but i use both.Its not illegal to ride one hand in tx. as you dont have to have blinkers and some have to use hand signals. Also when someones close behind you which may be why youre changing lanes the car behind him may not be able to see your blinkers. my blinkers on my wideglide are too low to be seen except by the car directly behind me.Oh and i,ve been riding since 74.