Nightster, Short Shots, SCRAPE!
#21
10-26-2012, 08:28 PM
Well, I have ridden on MANY military bases and it was never an issue for me. But, then again, I just shut up and did what they told me to. Kinda how that whole being in the military worked for me. 
And I remember well the far too often policy changes. But, orders are orders so I went to the classes, wore the gear, and kept my mouth shut.
I agree that it's unfair that there aren't similar requirements for drivers, but that's life. But, we're part of a very small minority that is over represented in injury statistics. Until the admiral starts showing up to work on a bike, motorcyclists are going to get screwed. At least they don't come down and say you cannot ride PERIOD.
The brass, right or wrong, feels that the best way to keep you around is by making sure you have the skills, education and gear to get you through whatever comes your way. That goes for when you're riding, when you're deployed or when you're training.
Sounds to me like they don't want to recruit your replacement. I certainly appreciate that, as this country needs more folks like you.
And I remember well the far too often policy changes. But, orders are orders so I went to the classes, wore the gear, and kept my mouth shut.
I agree that it's unfair that there aren't similar requirements for drivers, but that's life. But, we're part of a very small minority that is over represented in injury statistics. Until the admiral starts showing up to work on a bike, motorcyclists are going to get screwed. At least they don't come down and say you cannot ride PERIOD.
The brass, right or wrong, feels that the best way to keep you around is by making sure you have the skills, education and gear to get you through whatever comes your way. That goes for when you're riding, when you're deployed or when you're training.
Sounds to me like they don't want to recruit your replacement. I certainly appreciate that, as this country needs more folks like you.
#24
10-27-2012, 02:26 PM
#25
10-27-2012, 06:22 PM
iv got 13inch shocks and i rarely have problems with ground clearance. yeah it looks stupid as hell but its functional.
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