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Old Jan 22, 2017 | 07:12 PM
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Did some chopping over the weekend and had to do away with the stock tag bracket and light. I was wondering how important having a light on the tag is. Do cops care that much about it or is it something that can fly under the radar. Thanks.


 

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Old Jan 22, 2017 | 07:38 PM
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I sit in court everyday as part of my job. Happens to be in Maryland. Yes they will stop you for tag lights. Check these out. https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/...te-bolt-lights
 
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Oh should add they will get you for the vertical plate too
 
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Old Jan 22, 2017 | 07:45 PM
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Guess it really depends on where you live. I used some LEDs
to illuminate my plate to eliminate any chance of 'harassment'
Here's a pic:



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Hard to believe but in VA, it's not required if it's not there. So with the plate direction. You need to check on line for your state rules. Obey the law is best..
 
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Oh should add they will get you for the vertical plate too
Vertical plate is staying but ill definitely order a bolt light. Thanks fellas!
 
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Ordered this guy. Wish it came in black though. Only wanted 1 instead of 2 like the Revzilla guys sell.

http://www.dkcustomproducts.com/LED-...DK-BLT-LGT.htm
 
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Originally Posted by Russty__
Ordered this guy. Wish it came in black though. Only wanted 1 instead of 2 like the Revzilla guys sell.

http://www.dkcustomproducts.com/LED-...DK-BLT-LGT.htm

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/...te-bolt-lights
 
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I would suggest looking at your state laws. I googled "Nevada state laws", because I live in Nevada, and then did a search for DMV.
 
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Originally Posted by rjg883c
I would suggest looking at your state laws. I googled "Nevada state laws", because I live in Nevada, and then did a search for DMV.
I know the law requires tag lights but the law also requires alot of other things that the cops don't really pay attention too in MD. Hence why i asked if its something that can just fly under the radar...Like a front tag on my car, a catalytic converter, certain window tint and un-modified suspension...all required by law but I've never been pulled over for any of those things in the 5 years ive had my car and still pass emissions.
 
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