[H0SS302]

Originally Posted by Bigdrumma22

Maybe... just maybe if pocket change can be deemed dangerous and deadly weapon from somewhere other than the top of the empire state building! Served by Graves... it does seem a bit farfetched eh?

actually... when the change is thrown its starting velocity is xMPH then u add in the force of the throw.. so that could hurt pretty damn bad depending on the situation.

[Graves]

Wasn't trying " serve " anyone...was just being sarcastic.

[Agent Jones]

[Bigdrumma22]

Originally Posted by H0SS302

actually... when the change is thrown its starting velocity is xMPH then u add in the force of the throw.. so that could hurt pretty damn bad depending on the situation.

I'm not saying it wouldn't hurt, I'm just saying if the judge hadn't heard it all, they would after that story. It's not like they would take the time to trace a single piece of change back to the throwers hand. Maybe they would... who knows...

[thatdavidkid]

all i know is no one is passing me on the damn shoulder... i wont "squeeze" in on someone but if it looks like they're gonna try to pass me illegally, i'm gonna make them aware that i can ride the shoulder too... if the biker was behind him when he vered towards the shoulder, the biker's life wasn't in danger... however, EVERYONE'S life is in danger when the biker loses it coming out of the shoulder and goes down and the car tries to swerve to avoid running the sorry piece of roadkill over and wrecks his own car... case and point, i dont think anyone but the biker was in the wrong in this story... i bet if the biker didn't ride his ass, stayed back 10 feet even and used his flash to pass indicator, the car driver wouldn't get nearly as mad as the same thing happening 6 inches from his bumper

[bigred90gt]

Originally Posted by thatdavidkid

i bet if the biker didn't ride his ass, stayed back 10 feet even and used his flash to pass indicator, the car driver wouldn't get nearly as mad as the same thing happening 6 inches from his bumper

"flash to pass indicator"? Is this a feature on a bike? I'm not being sarcastic, I've never heard of such a thing.

I brake check people who flash their brights at me also.

[lobra97]

he might be able to pull his 9 while drining but i doubt he would be fater than me. besides, i am an expert shot in pistol and rifle in the military. not just talking, i have the ribbons to prove it!wink wink!

[Graves]

lol @ ribbons.

We only have one ribbon for marksman, and you can earn it in boot, and that's about it. I missed it by one shot.

..but who needs ribbons? Ask Big J about what I did last time we went to the range.

I can shoot the ears off of a Jack Rabbit at 200 yards.

[CHips]

Originally Posted by bigred90gt

"flash to pass indicator"? Is this a feature on a bike? I'm not being sarcastic, I've never heard of such a thing.

I brake check people who flash their brights at me also.

In most places, flashing your brights is the polite way of asking someone to move over. In Texas, people take it as a challenge.

Why you would brake check someone over it is beyond me.

[bigred90gt]

Originally Posted by CHips

In most places, flashing your brights is the polite way of asking someone to move over. In Texas, people take it as a challenge.

Why you would brake check someone over it is beyond me.

High beams are used in low light situations when there is no oncoming traffic. It is illegal to flash your brights at a person from the rear of their vehicle within 300' of said vehicle:

§ 547.333. MULTIPLE-BEAM LIGHTING EQUIPMENT REQUIRED.
(a) Unless provided otherwise, a headlamp, auxiliary driving
lamp, auxiliary passing lamp, or combination of those lamps mounted
on a motor vehicle, other than a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle:
(1) shall be arranged so that the operator can select
at will between distributions of light projected at different
elevations; and
(2) may be arranged so that the operator can select the
distribution automatically.
(b) A lamp identified by Subsection (a) shall produce:
(1) an uppermost distribution of light or composite
beam that is aimed and emits light sufficient to reveal a person or
vehicle at a distance of at least 450 feet ahead during all
conditions of loading; and
(2) a lowermost distribution of light or composite
beam that:
(A) is aimed and emits light sufficient to reveal
a person or vehicle at a distance of at least 150 feet ahead; and
(B) is aimed so that no part of the
high-intensity portion of the beam on a vehicle that is operated on
a straight, level road under any condition of loading projects into
the eyes of an approaching vehicle operator.
(c) A person who operates a vehicle on a roadway or shoulder
shall select a distribution of light or composite beam that is aimed
and emits light sufficient to reveal a person or vehicle at a safe
distance ahead of the vehicle, except that:
(1) an operator approaching an oncoming vehicle within
500 feet shall select:
(A) the lowermost distribution of light or
composite beam, regardless of road contour or condition of loading;
or
(B) a distribution aimed so that no part of the
high-intensity portion of the lamp projects into the eyes of an
approaching vehicle operator; and
(2) an operator approaching a vehicle from the rear
within 300 feet may not select the uppermost distribution of light.
(d) A motor vehicle of a model year of 1948 or later, other
than a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle, that has multiple-beam
lighting equipment shall be equipped with a beam indicator that is:
(1) designed and located so that the lighted indicator
is visible without glare to the vehicle operator; and
(2) lighted only when the uppermost distribution of
light is in use.

Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, § 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.

I will brake check you because I do not appreciate your bright lights reflecting into my eyes while I am driving, especially at night. If you are in that big of a hurry, go around. If you cannot go around, you should have left earlier. If it is an emergency, you should get a police escort.

There is nothing polite about flashing your brights at someone. It is dangerous to the person being flashed at.

[CHips]

Originally Posted by bigred90gt

High beams are used in low light situations when there is no oncoming traffic. It is illegal to flash your brights at a person from the rear of their vehicle within 300' of said vehicle:



I will brake check you because I do not appreciate your bright lights reflecting into my eyes while I am driving, especially at night. If you are in that big of a hurry, go around. If you cannot go around, you should have left earlier. If it is an emergency, you should get a police escort.

There is nothing polite about flashing your brights at someone. It is dangerous to the person being flashed at.

And brake checking is not dangerous?

Here is a man that was found guilty of murder after brake checking another driver, killing two people as a result.
Driver Found Guilty Of Murder In Road-Rage Case - Denver News Story - KMGH Denver

If you're going to cite statutes, I wonder if this would apply. Road rage goes both ways, brake checking another driver is far from being responsible behavior.

§ 545.401. RECKLESS DRIVING; OFFENSE. (a) A person
commits an offense if the person drives a vehicle[0] in wilful or
wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.

While we're at it, if you are cruising in the passing lane, you are not acting in a lawful manner either.

§ 545.051. DRIVING ON RIGHT SIDE OF ROADWAY. (a) An
operator on a roadway of sufficient width shall drive on the right
half of the roadway, unless:
(1) the operator is passing another vehicle[0];
(2) an obstruction necessitates moving the vehicle[0]
left of the center of the roadway and the operator yields the
right-of-way to a vehicle[0] that:
(A) is moving in the proper direction on the
unobstructed portion of the roadway; and
(B) is an immediate hazard;
(3) the operator is on a roadway divided into three
marked lanes for traffic; or
(4) the operator is on a roadway restricted to one-way
traffic.
(b) An operator of a vehicle[0] on a roadway moving more slowly
than the normal speed of other vehicles[0] at the time and place under
the existing conditions shall drive in the right-hand lane
available for vehicles[0], or as close as practicable to the
right-hand curb or edge of the roadway, unless the operator is:
(1) passing another vehicle[0]; or
(2) preparing for a left turn at an intersection or
into a private road or driveway.
(c) An operator on a roadway having four or more lanes for
moving vehicles[0] and providing for two-way movement of vehicles[0] may
not drive left of the center line of the roadway except:
(1) as authorized by an official traffic-control
device designating a specified lane to the left side of the center
of the roadway for use by a vehicle[0] not otherwise permitted to use
the lane;
(2) under the conditions described by Subsection
(a)(2); or
(3) in crossing the center line to make a left turn
into or out of an alley, private road, or driveway.

Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, § 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.

[KWClutch]

lol

[bucho]

[lobra97]

haha that pick is awesome! nah, well the Navy has 3 ribbons, marksman, sharpshooter, and expert.i figured the Chair Force only had one ribbon, too lazy to make the rest of em huh? j/k

[H0SS302]

Originally Posted by KWClutch

lol

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...g_Internet.jpg

LOL no that is funny!

[lazer96gt]

I drive in the fast lane because that's "my" lane If I see someone coming up on my ass I will move to the right. If I don't have the ability to move over I'll speed up or let off the gas to slow down until I find a good spot to move over. However if the person on my ass has a bunch of people behind him/her, I will cruise for a while because I don't want to get caught behind slower cars just to let this person pass.

That being said, if the person is really riding me I just hit the washers. It's a very passive aggresive move that I RARELY use. I only do this if I can't move over and they are aggressively telling me to move over by lurching up on my bumper. I've never done this to a bike rider though since they usually just weave through traffic and never really ride my ass.

Everyone gets pissed about idiots on the road. Any actions you take out of spite may result in serious consequences. So wether you are the douche that likes to ride peoples asses or the person who is a victim of a stupid driver, you must think about your actions. I have NO respect for stupid drivers period, but it seems as far as percentages go, the people on the rice rockets act like idiots most of the time. I don't care if you want to go fast like everyone else, but not using your turn signals, weaving, passing on the shoulder, and stunting on the street are all reasons that make me not give a f*ck when I hear about a bike rider getting hurt. Of course dying is another thing. I feel bad, but not as bad.

Look, these bikes are serious machines that demand respect from their riders. I think that in the near future these bikes should require more than just a Motocycle license to drive. I know that may sound a little harsh but sport bikes are not to be taken lightly. When you can buy a 9-10 second bike that will top out at 180-200 mph for less than 20 grand, where is the regulation?? I mean, to make cars that fast you need alot of money which usually cuts out a younger or less mature crowd.

BTW I don't like flashing high beams as a signal to pass. High beams suck especially for those of us with sensitive eyes. I like the left turn signal.

I just think we need more police on the streets.

[Agent Jones]

Originally Posted by lazer96gt

I drive in the fast lane because that's "my" lane If I see someone coming up on my ass I will move to the right. If I don't have the ability to move over I'll speed up or let off the gas to slow down until I find a good spot to move over. However if the person on my ass has a bunch of people behind him/her, I will cruise for a while because I don't want to get caught behind slower cars just to let this person pass.

That being said, if the person is really riding me I just hit the washers. It's a very passive aggresive move that I RARELY use. I only do this if I can't move over and they are aggressively telling me to move over by lurching up on my bumper. I've never done this to a bike rider though since they usually just weave through traffic and never really ride my ass.

Everyone gets pissed about idiots on the road. Any actions you take out of spite may result in serious consequences. So wether you are the douche that likes to ride peoples asses or the person who is a victim of a stupid driver, you must think about your actions. I have NO respect for stupid drivers period, but it seems as far as percentages go, the people on the rice rockets act like idiots most of the time. I don't care if you want to go fast like everyone else, but not using your turn signals, weaving, passing on the shoulder, and stunting on the street are all reasons that make me not give a f*ck when I hear about a bike rider getting hurt. Of course dying is another thing. I feel bad, but not as bad.

Look, these bikes are serious machines that demand respect from their riders. I think that in the near future these bikes should require more than just a Motocycle license to drive. I know that may sound a little harsh but sport bikes are not to be taken lightly. When you can buy a 9-10 second bike that will top out at 180-200 mph for less than 20 grand, where is the regulation?? I mean, to make cars that fast you need alot of money which usually cuts out a younger or less mature crowd.

BTW I don't like flashing high beams as a signal to pass. High beams suck especially for those of us with sensitive eyes. I like the left turn signal.

I just think we need more police on the streets.

bike loans are really hard to qulify for though....that how alot of young people get cut out....they are seen as rec vechicles so not everyone can get them as easy as a car. unless they have a rich parent that co signs or has the cash laying around, but then they would have access to a fast car also more than likely

[raymond8698]

Originally Posted by lazer96gt

I drive in the fast lane because that's "my" lane If I see someone coming up on my ass I will move to the right. If I don't have the ability to move over I'll speed up or let off the gas to slow down until I find a good spot to move over. However if the person on my ass has a bunch of people behind him/her, I will cruise for a while because I don't want to get caught behind slower cars just to let this person pass.

That being said, if the person is really riding me I just hit the washers. It's a very passive aggresive move that I RARELY use. I only do this if I can't move over and they are aggressively telling me to move over by lurching up on my bumper. I've never done this to a bike rider though since they usually just weave through traffic and never really ride my ass.

Everyone gets pissed about idiots on the road. Any actions you take out of spite may result in serious consequences. So wether you are the douche that likes to ride peoples asses or the person who is a victim of a stupid driver, you must think about your actions. I have NO respect for stupid drivers period, but it seems as far as percentages go, the people on the rice rockets act like idiots most of the time. I don't care if you want to go fast like everyone else, but not using your turn signals, weaving, passing on the shoulder, and stunting on the street are all reasons that make me not give a f*ck when I hear about a bike rider getting hurt. Of course dying is another thing. I feel bad, but not as bad.

Look, these bikes are serious machines that demand respect from their riders. I think that in the near future these bikes should require more than just a Motocycle license to drive. I know that may sound a little harsh but sport bikes are not to be taken lightly. When you can buy a 9-10 second bike that will top out at 180-200 mph for less than 20 grand, where is the regulation?? I mean, to make cars that fast you need alot of money which usually cuts out a younger or less mature crowd.

BTW I don't like flashing high beams as a signal to pass. High beams suck especially for those of us with sensitive eyes. I like the left turn signal.

I just think we need more police on the streets.

I have been highbeamed before and it really pisses me off,so a little spritz of th windshield wiper washer fixes that right up.yeah that is true, we need more police, but if the fast lane is your lane,then how many speeding tickets do you have,lol,cause the fast lane is not mine and I have had 5 in the past 2 years

[jstang6969]

I have been thinking long and hard about this matter.
To sum it up ....stay away from the Black On Black Cobra and it wont bite.

[Graves]

This thread is funny.