McLovin
plain evil
I got pulled over recently, and I did the exact opposite of you. I understand it's great for you to have everything ready when the cop walks up but to prevent spooking the LEO by getting off your bike and start reaching into your pocket is a recipe for disaster.
What I did was as soon as I got pulled over:
1. Turned off the bike
2. Remained seated on my motorcycle with my hands visible, like on the handlebars.
3. All gear on, inlcuding helmet.
4. Wait until I receive further instructions.
5. I was asked for my driver's license so I told the LEO I will be reaching for them which was inside my pocket.
In this case, he didn't even ask for my registration. He just wanted my driver's license and insurance and then he let me go.
Not sure what the best protocal is on what to do when you get pulled over on a bike, but if there are any professionals out there who are on this forum who pull people over for a living, interesting what they would say on what's the best way on a bike.
Funny you say that because this is what I used to do before my incident. Then after I heard all these stories about how cops tend to let people go relatively easier if you behave and have your docs ready and stuff. I decided to be extra careful and kind as usual.
I mean, doesnt it make more sense for me to get off the bike where they can clearly see that my hands are busy taking my gloves and helmet off? And i was facing my bike so they could see me from the profile.A cop could easily interpret just sitting kind of behavior as a danger too. (which he did in the video) It was dark and I had no reason to put my hands up like guns are drawn on me. So I thought you know instead of sitting suspiciously with my hands on my knees or something i would make myself as catchable as possible. Plus, if i was sitting with my hands on the handlebar, i can possibly take off before they can get back in their cars to follow me. .
Anyway, to give some more info on this incident. They made me put my hands up and cop held my fingers behind me and asked me why i was riding SO QUICKLY?? I said i dont know what youre talking about. I admit that I ride aggresively..but i dont break the law. Somewhat of a hard accell. doesnt mean you have to go over the speed limit. but it can mean getting away from a dangerous mass of cars. So I have my habits and reasons to ride the way I do. Anyway so they got me sitting on the curb and checked my stuff. And the cop looked confused when he was handing me my documents. Meanwhile 4 more cops arrived and it was a festival! Way to spend tax payers money!:thumbup:
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