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Old Aug 17, 2013 | 10:16 PM
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I never really understood exactly HOW fighter pilots do it either.
 
Old Aug 18, 2013 | 04:17 PM
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You Should have gotten their plate numbers and given their watch commander a phone call. Ya might have saved yourself some $$$ on your tax bill.
Those two cops do not pay for those motorcycles nor, do they pay for the police equipment on them.
YOU DO!!! Via your taxes!
Having your Freedom also carries with it the Civic Responibility of ensuring your government officals are not abusing their positions.
 

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Old Aug 18, 2013 | 06:55 PM
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Donno if this will help or not, but here are the state laws regarding motorcycles... http://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/...tate-Laws.aspx
 
Old Aug 19, 2013 | 10:46 AM
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So to answer the question...

1. No it is not illegal
2. They do have a cut off switch to disable the headlights.
 
Old Aug 19, 2013 | 01:05 PM
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I was an Attack Helicopter Pilot (AH-1/AH-64) for years and we practiced tight formations all the time. Its about trust and training and knowing how the other guys is gonna react. It applies to motorcycles just the same. Oh and it looks cool!

I never did reach over and hit the other guys kill switch! ;-)
 
Old Aug 19, 2013 | 02:59 PM
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If you're lucky enough to live in Minnesota you can take a course for a mere $75

https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/ots/mms...otorcycle.aspx

Course Drills

  • 40-mph brake-and-escape.
  • Brake control.
  • Eye and body position.
  • Instantaneous stops.
  • The Intersection (Iron Cross).
  • J-turn and formation riding.

  • Low-speed clutch.
  • Slow and 30 mph offset weaves.
  • Throttle.
  • Tight and locked turns in confined spaces.
 
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