Why do motor cops ride side by side?
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From: Joliet, Illinois
I don't care if anyone else does it. It's a discussion forum. We're talking about it. I'm explaining my opinion.
Cruiser
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From: SouthEast and NorthWest USA
Parade Style:
Police, Military, MC's run in Parade formation Not only for the safety...They "Plow" thru traffic, two head lights ahead is more noticeable, and for those following can maneuver better... Yes, They Can..They Take up LESS Space on the road by Not being Staggered Out in a Line or dragging behind... Cars Can Not even TRY to get in between if there are Four Riders...a CUBE is the Safest Travel. Also, because They Have The Skill. I find it very strange that so many guys here post that they DONT TRUST ANYONE who they ride with...Yet SO MANY have been in the Military where its drilled into you to TRUST 100% the Guy next to you on a Tank, Helicopter, Tie Lines, Ships, with Guns, explosives..etc etc... The Training SHOULD be the same... I Ride with my Brothers in a MC... I trust THEM 100%...Yes, The Cars around Us, I Do not trust at ALL...BUT, I Know how each guy will react if something happens. Riding Parade or Abreast is Safe and a Skilled Practiced Riding style... Because someone is scared and does not trust themselves or the guy they ride with, Thats NOT A reason to knock it...
Yes, I have ridden at 90 Miles a hour...and I had words with the Road Capt after the Ride... I find 70-75 a Safe Formation speed... For most highways. But, It was the SPeed of reaction time because of OTHER DRIVERS,,,, Not because I didnt trust my Brother Riders.
God Bless the Open Road... "Country Fried & THE MULE"
Police, Military, MC's run in Parade formation Not only for the safety...They "Plow" thru traffic, two head lights ahead is more noticeable, and for those following can maneuver better... Yes, They Can..They Take up LESS Space on the road by Not being Staggered Out in a Line or dragging behind... Cars Can Not even TRY to get in between if there are Four Riders...a CUBE is the Safest Travel. Also, because They Have The Skill. I find it very strange that so many guys here post that they DONT TRUST ANYONE who they ride with...Yet SO MANY have been in the Military where its drilled into you to TRUST 100% the Guy next to you on a Tank, Helicopter, Tie Lines, Ships, with Guns, explosives..etc etc... The Training SHOULD be the same... I Ride with my Brothers in a MC... I trust THEM 100%...Yes, The Cars around Us, I Do not trust at ALL...BUT, I Know how each guy will react if something happens. Riding Parade or Abreast is Safe and a Skilled Practiced Riding style... Because someone is scared and does not trust themselves or the guy they ride with, Thats NOT A reason to knock it...
Yes, I have ridden at 90 Miles a hour...and I had words with the Road Capt after the Ride... I find 70-75 a Safe Formation speed... For most highways. But, It was the SPeed of reaction time because of OTHER DRIVERS,,,, Not because I didnt trust my Brother Riders.
God Bless the Open Road... "Country Fried & THE MULE"
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From: Joliet, Illinois
Also, because They Have The Skill. I find it very strange that so many guys here post that they DONT TRUST ANYONE who they ride with... I Ride with my Brothers in a MC... I trust THEM 100%...Yes, The Cars around Us, I Do not trust at ALL...BUT, I Know how each guy will react if something happens.
If you want to do it, that's fine with me, but don't kid yourself into believing it's more safe. There are new riders on this forum who might be misled into believing such misinformation.
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Ya gotta to be kidding, right?? my Buds and I used to ride so tight, I'd be beside him and put my leg on his lap at 70MPH, never thought nothing of it, God, I miss those times, it's called trust in your Bro', had some great rides, not done yet. Onwards, my friends!! cole
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On and on it goes, just 'barstool bullsh*t'.
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From: texas
Parade Style:
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.... Because someone is scared and does not trust themselves or the guy they ride with, Thats NOT A reason to knock it...
Yes, I have ridden at 90 Miles a hour...and I had words with the Road Capt after the Ride... I find 70-75 a Safe Formation speed...
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.... Because someone is scared and does not trust themselves or the guy they ride with, Thats NOT A reason to knock it...
Yes, I have ridden at 90 Miles a hour...and I had words with the Road Capt after the Ride... I find 70-75 a Safe Formation speed...
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Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Alexandria, Va
Riding side by side is unsafe and foolish no matter what your skill level. You can't control other vehicles on the road, potholes or road debris won't move out of your way, and critters who decide to cross your path don't care what your skill level is. The bottom line is riding side by side limits your options. Where's you'd normally have the full with of the lane to deal with an emergency situation, riding side by side limits you to half that AND increases the risk the guy next to you will mistakenly decided to use the part of the lane you are in in dealing with his emergency situation.
I don't care if anyone else does it. It's a discussion forum. We're talking about it. I'm explaining my opinion.
I don't care if anyone else does it. It's a discussion forum. We're talking about it. I'm explaining my opinion.
Ride safe Gents.