Pulled over for Apes???
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Pulled over for Apes???
Has anyone been pulled over for their apes?? I'm in SW Florida and was pulled over and issued a written warning. My bars are at shoulder level sitting at a stop. Handgrips are below. What gives??? The Fl statute says handlebars/handgrips at or below shoulder height while in a normal riding position.
Just wondering if anyone has had the same problem?
Anyone get a fine and beat it in court?
Monk
Just wondering if anyone has had the same problem?
Anyone get a fine and beat it in court?
Monk
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From: guntersville, al
RE: Pulled over for Apes???
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
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From: Central Illinois, Between I-80 and I-74
RE: Pulled over for Apes???
Many states have similar laws.
1st off I do believe in freedom of choice.
I never understood why anyone would want the Ape Hangers other than to test the law,they don't seem at all comfortable to me.
I notice that many people with them seem awkward at slow speeds and in tight turns (like in parking lots). The bars require them to stretch and shift seating position. I also think that you have less strength and dexterity with your arms raised.
1st off I do believe in freedom of choice.
I never understood why anyone would want the Ape Hangers other than to test the law,they don't seem at all comfortable to me.
I notice that many people with them seem awkward at slow speeds and in tight turns (like in parking lots). The bars require them to stretch and shift seating position. I also think that you have less strength and dexterity with your arms raised.
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RE: Pulled over for Apes???
ORIGINAL: huffhuff
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
Also, why are hands above the heart VERY dangerous? If that's the case, we should change the way we get people's attention when we want to ask a question ... "KIDS, put your hands down! It's very dangerous"
Ray.
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RE: Pulled over for Apes???
ORIGINAL: huffhuff
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
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RE: Pulled over for Apes???
maybe I shoud have specified...for those who HAVE and LIKE Apes...elaborate on your experiences. Frankly, I coud give a s*@t what someone who doesn't even have apes much less someone who doesn't like them has to say. Really you shouldn't say anything since you woudn't know firsthand.
CUZ ...I DON'T CARE IF YOU LIKE 'EM OR NOT!!
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CUZ ...I DON'T CARE IF YOU LIKE 'EM OR NOT!!
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RE: Pulled over for Apes???
The fuzz around here tend to leave Cruisers alone most of the time. Never had any problems, but i only have the mini apes on my bike so far. I guess ill see when i get 16's.
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RE: Pulled over for Apes???
ORIGINAL: huffhuff
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
likely the number 1 most written ticket in florida is for apes. a big safety issue. if you can't make parking lot manuvers without taking your hands off the controls you don't need apes. hands above the heart for any period of time is very dangerous.
gosh, I am so glad I read ur post along w/piasspj's drivel. I will now remove my apes and live in a bubble.
btw, I took & passed advanced ms class w/my 16" apes - all 5'8" of me.
now per mmonk: I live in s. fla too, have never been pulled over directly for my apes. loud pipes yes. however, I have been asked about their legality after mr cop needed sunthin else topin on me. [:'(]