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proper lane-splitting technique?

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this is a good tutorial on how to effectively lane-split traffic in states and countries where it is legal.

did i say effectively? i meant to say suicidally....

[nomedia]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52g_FE6w4IU[/nomedia]

check out the semi truck at around 1:20ish loloolol
 
I dont care if thats legal anywhere...I think lane splitting is a hazard moreso to the unsuspecting cagger than the bike. Another video that gives our type of motorcycle and rider a bad rep.
 
You do that in Alabama and you will eventually get shot, run down and over or at the least get a a$$ whuppin. It wont work here!
 
I dont care if thats legal anywhere...I think lane splitting is a hazard more so to the unsuspecting cagger than the bike. Another video that gives our type of motorcycle and rider a bad rep.

And this from a rider whose state is currently doing a study to allow it? Man, you're killing me and this is anything but a good example of how to lane split even if the film is on fast forward. Lane splitting is a skill like any other and I can tell you from years of experience doing it without incident it is quite safe and far safer than this BS they have here in Kentucky and Tennessee where bikes are rear ended all the time. I was on the interstate (65 for Steve) coming out of Nashville when 2 18 wheelers got together at like mile marker 115. It backed up traffic for miles. So, rather than sit there with an air cooled bike I started splitting slowly up the highway. Surprisingly the truckers gave me plenty of room as did many cagers but they were pretty much at a crawl or stopped and this is what lane splitting was meant to be. It was never meant to be life in the fast lane blowing through cages going 30mph faster than traffic. Just out of curiosity, have you ever split traffic? If not, what are you going to do one day when it may be your only out to a crash. I guess you'll figure it out when you need it right? That to me is where the danger comes because you won't know how to handle it and that crash may be a foregone conclusion.
 
Lane splitting in my country is only legal if the cars on the road are moving very slowly or stopped. Cars that are moving in excess of 20mph IMO are not ment to be split, its too dangerous and the unpredictable cars stop me from even considering doing it.

The guy in the video is an eejit...the way he crossed from one lane to the outside of another lane in the blink of an eye?? He's probably in a coffin already.
 
it is NOT in fast forward and havblue the guy who posted that isnt in the governor's office deciding on whats legal and illegal.

he's just giving a personal opinion. no need to go after him. chill mate.

but i do see where ur coming from. if u have the talent to lane-split where it is legal and safe to do so, all the more power to you. but the guy in the vid is an idiot. none can dispute that.
 
it is NOT in fast forward and havblue the guy who posted that isnt in the governor's office deciding on whats legal and illegal.

he's just giving a personal opinion. no need to go after him. chill mate.

but i do see where ur coming from. if u have the talent to lane-split where it is legal and safe to do so, all the more power to you. but the guy in the vid is an idiot. none can dispute that.

Go back on the net an find the real time footage. This clip has been around for some time and where pray tell do you live where riding or advancing your position in an emergency lane is legal or permissible. What you see is a prime example of why folks will not come around to splitting and as far as I am concerned they have just cause not to. Can anyone say SQUID.....
 
it is NOT in fast forward and havblue the guy who posted that isnt in the governor's office deciding on whats legal and illegal.

he's just giving a personal opinion. no need to go after him. chill mate.

but i do see where ur coming from. if u have the talent to lane-split where it is legal and safe to do so, all the more power to you. but the guy in the vid is an idiot. none can dispute that.

Who you replying to there?
 
I have been slpitting lanes for years. I learned in Europe were it is mandatory. I do it here as well. Cars even see us coming from time to time and move aside or signal to let us know its safe to pass. All you need to do is be aware of the cars while splitting lanes, respect the drivers, they dont have to let us go by so no need to be rude since afterall we are "sharing" their space in the lane, no need to do it while going over 100mph and scare the drivers either :D
 
Who you replying to there?

to haveblue

but i havent seen the original speed version of that clip are u sure it is in FF?

but regardless i wont lanesplit moving cars. too many things can go wrong with people changing lanes and closing the gaps while changing cd's eating candy, whatever. just the way i feel about my riding. not saying u cant do it safely, just saying i wouldnt do it. i split red light parked cars tho. itd be silly not to.
 
I have been slpitting lanes for years. I learned in Europe were it is mandatory. I do it here as well. Cars even see us coming from time to time and move aside or signal to let us know its safe to pass. All you need to do is be aware of the cars while splitting lanes, respect the drivers, they dont have to let us go by so no need to be rude since afterall we are "sharing" their space in the lane, no need to do it while going over 100mph and scare the drivers either :D

Works for me....
 
And this from a rider whose state is currently doing a study to allow it? Man, you're killing me and this is anything but a good example of how to lane split even if the film is on fast forward. Lane splitting is a skill like any other and I can tell you from years of experience doing it without incident it is quite safe and far safer than this BS they have here in Kentucky and Tennessee where bikes are rear ended all the time. I was on the interstate (65 for Steve) coming out of Nashville when 2 18 wheelers got together at like mile marker 115. It backed up traffic for miles. So, rather than sit there with an air cooled bike I started splitting slowly up the highway. Surprisingly the truckers gave me plenty of room as did many cagers but they were pretty much at a crawl or stopped and this is what lane splitting was meant to be. It was never meant to be life in the fast lane blowing through cages going 30mph faster than traffic. Just out of curiosity, have you ever split traffic? If not, what are you going to do one day when it may be your only out to a crash. I guess you'll figure it out when you need it right? That to me is where the danger comes because you won't know how to handle it and that crash may be a foregone conclusion.

If I have to lane split in an emergency fine,and just because YOU do it with expertise don't fault me for not having your skills. Thats just arrogance and signs of an egomaniac. This was my opinion to post my comment. If you don't like it fine...don't scold me for not doing what you do. My opinion holds firm that lane splitting is dangerous mostly to cagers not bikers.
 
actually that vid is in FF, I posted it a few months ago. I don't remember the name of the thread but I think it was shaggy that found the "real" version and posted it in the thread also. personally I like the sped up version better.
I split traffic daily, it's really no big deal once you get used to it. just always treat every split for what it is, the real danger lies when you get complacent.
 
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