There's a GREAT reason for the Hi-Viz IMO. If I was commutting on the 405 (again) I'd want the Hi-Viz Stitch, flaming, colored flares stickin' outta my asspipe, bells, horns, sirens, a safety cage, and a 50 cal mounted for and aft.
I HATED commuting in So Cal.......and that was many, many moons...