I don't get some Bikers!
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From: Mount Laurel, N.J.
RE: I don't get some Bikers!
What it really boils down to is.....Stone Envy. We all know that if you ride an H-D, you got a bigger set of stones than anyone else!!!!!! LOL and that includes the ladies!!!!
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RE: I don't get some Bikers!
Not to be a bleeding liberal or something to that effect, because I do believe in defending yourself and your family with vim and vigor, I choose to look at things a different way.
I would maybe think in that situation.....Maybe he's had a bad day, maybe his wife cheated on him with a man who rode a Harley, maybe his kid was killed by a biker dude, maybe he had a lugee at the exact wront time........I DON"T KNOW but I have often acted (or reacted) in a bad way because of other circumstances. I know that doesn't excuse his behavior but I do believe if all people would just follow the "golden rule" things would be a lot better. I don't know what I would have done had it been me, but I hope I would have just laughed it off.
I would maybe think in that situation.....Maybe he's had a bad day, maybe his wife cheated on him with a man who rode a Harley, maybe his kid was killed by a biker dude, maybe he had a lugee at the exact wront time........I DON"T KNOW but I have often acted (or reacted) in a bad way because of other circumstances. I know that doesn't excuse his behavior but I do believe if all people would just follow the "golden rule" things would be a lot better. I don't know what I would have done had it been me, but I hope I would have just laughed it off.
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From: Cave Creek, AZ
RE: I don't get some Bikers!
ORIGINAL: arkieollie
Not to be a bleeding liberal or something to that effect, because I do believe in defending yourself and your family with vim and vigor, I choose to look at things a different way.
I would maybe think in that situation.....Maybe he's had a bad day, maybe his wife cheated on him with a man who rode a Harley, maybe his kid was killed by a biker dude, maybe he had a lugee at the exact wront time........I DON"T KNOW but I have often acted (or reacted) in a bad way because of other circumstances. I know that doesn't excuse his behavior but I do believe if all people would just follow the "golden rule" things would be a lot better. I don't know what I would have done had it been me, but I hope I would have just laughed it off.
Not to be a bleeding liberal or something to that effect, because I do believe in defending yourself and your family with vim and vigor, I choose to look at things a different way.
I would maybe think in that situation.....Maybe he's had a bad day, maybe his wife cheated on him with a man who rode a Harley, maybe his kid was killed by a biker dude, maybe he had a lugee at the exact wront time........I DON"T KNOW but I have often acted (or reacted) in a bad way because of other circumstances. I know that doesn't excuse his behavior but I do believe if all people would just follow the "golden rule" things would be a lot better. I don't know what I would have done had it been me, but I hope I would have just laughed it off.
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From: Northwest Louisiana
RE: I don't get some Bikers!
ORIGINAL: Skaarsgard
An ******* is an ******* no matter what he rides.
An ******* is an ******* no matter what he rides.
I've been riding sportbikes and cruisers forover 10years and most riders around here wave no matter what you're on. Besides, it's just "common" courtesy to respond to someone who waves or otherwise acknowledges you.
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RE: I don't get some Bikers!
I’ve noticed there are a certain group of people who seem to intentionally
go out of there way to make things uncomfortable for others. No matter
where I ride or when I’m riding things happen that I just have to “shine on”.
Otherwise, I would stay pissed off there would be know reason to ride.
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RE: I don't get some Bikers!
That's just great, Danny!
Personally, i think it's all about what you make of a situation.
I find that I'll come across certain people on Harley's that are so busy trying to look hard that they just ignore the nod or the greet. Some times, I think it's because of these types of fellas that other guys on different bikes don't feel compelled to say anything initially until i break the ice and compliment their paint or sound of their pipes or whatever parts strike my fancy...then they're just cool and easy.
Hell, I've come across some real @$$holes at stealerships who feel that you don't fit the mold, the "one of us" mantra and talk down to me. (i didn't buy into the culture or the look anyhow, i bought into the BIKE.)
However, I've met some cool cats along the way at the very same dealerships who have been kind and welcoming.
Simply, there's no sense in letting one bad seed affect your outlook or your mood.
Cheers!
Personally, i think it's all about what you make of a situation.
I find that I'll come across certain people on Harley's that are so busy trying to look hard that they just ignore the nod or the greet. Some times, I think it's because of these types of fellas that other guys on different bikes don't feel compelled to say anything initially until i break the ice and compliment their paint or sound of their pipes or whatever parts strike my fancy...then they're just cool and easy.
Hell, I've come across some real @$$holes at stealerships who feel that you don't fit the mold, the "one of us" mantra and talk down to me. (i didn't buy into the culture or the look anyhow, i bought into the BIKE.)
However, I've met some cool cats along the way at the very same dealerships who have been kind and welcoming.
Simply, there's no sense in letting one bad seed affect your outlook or your mood.
Cheers!
ORIGINAL: DannyZ71
Wow, that's a tough experience. The guy on the metric needs an attitude adjustment.
I have a funny story. After returning from 2.5 years in Okinawa (Air Force) I was stationed at Tinker AFB in OKC (1981). I had my new Low Rider and a new wife. Wife and I went to a Arby's one day on the bike, and while eating, this elderly lady walks in. The wife and I are sitting across the restaurant from the entrance she came in. I'm sitting there, I have my 70's era leather jacket on with the embroidered Harley eagle (picked it up in Okinawa) sewn on the back. I had been on a 45 day leave and wasa little scruffy looking (hair getting a tad long and some facial shadow going on). This lady, walks thru the entire restaurant full of people and straight to me. She explains that she's locked her keys in her car and wanted to know if I could break into it for her without doing much damage. I kind of chuckle, say sure, and borrow a clothes hanger from the manager of the Arby's. Had it open in about 45 seconds. She tried to tip me even. I didn't bother to tell her I was in the Air Force,as aSecurity Policeman. Just let her go, figuring she'd tell all her friends about the "nice biker" she'd met that day.
Wow, that's a tough experience. The guy on the metric needs an attitude adjustment.
I have a funny story. After returning from 2.5 years in Okinawa (Air Force) I was stationed at Tinker AFB in OKC (1981). I had my new Low Rider and a new wife. Wife and I went to a Arby's one day on the bike, and while eating, this elderly lady walks in. The wife and I are sitting across the restaurant from the entrance she came in. I'm sitting there, I have my 70's era leather jacket on with the embroidered Harley eagle (picked it up in Okinawa) sewn on the back. I had been on a 45 day leave and wasa little scruffy looking (hair getting a tad long and some facial shadow going on). This lady, walks thru the entire restaurant full of people and straight to me. She explains that she's locked her keys in her car and wanted to know if I could break into it for her without doing much damage. I kind of chuckle, say sure, and borrow a clothes hanger from the manager of the Arby's. Had it open in about 45 seconds. She tried to tip me even. I didn't bother to tell her I was in the Air Force,as aSecurity Policeman. Just let her go, figuring she'd tell all her friends about the "nice biker" she'd met that day.
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RE: I don't get some Bikers!
All I have to say is it is a good thing he met up with you, being level headed that you are, and not someone else that would have road him down and kicked the dog crap out of him, what an azzhole
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RE: I don't get some Bikers!
ORIGINAL: Hutson
All I have to say is it is a good thing he met up with you, being level headed that you are, and not someone else that would have road him down and kicked the dog crap out of him, what an azzhole
All I have to say is it is a good thing he met up with you, being level headed that you are, and not someone else that would have road him down and kicked the dog crap out of him, what an azzhole
I had tea with the grim reaper just over a year ago. I have always been a hot head. In my youth I would have flipped, now I just try and let it go! After taking off down the road it actually made me snicker. He spit at me and in some ways it was a complimnet! ..........In some ways! Like I said, last year God tapped me on the shoulder to get my attention and he allowed me to keep going. I try and enjoy my time on this planent now. I have become less angry and much more humble! It's all good!