Our first ever DOT helmet police stop.... yep
#21
05-01-2011, 09:31 AM
Now before we get all entangled in a crazy political and philosophical conundrum, the intent of the post was simply intended as a warning to those on the road that the cops are indeed on the lookout for non-DOT helmets. Something that I did not know they were actively pursuing.
~Joe
#24
05-01-2011, 09:47 AM
Just a sampling of an article I found.....
http://www.cyrilhuzeblog.com/2009/09...t-helmet-laws/
The responses are lenghty but worth reading.
DOT can not approve helmets. Therefore no helmets are approved by DOT.
NTSB......laws require motorcyclists to wear helmets compliant with the federal motorcycle helmet performance standard, FMVSS 218.
http://www.cyrilhuzeblog.com/2009/09...t-helmet-laws/
The responses are lenghty but worth reading.
DOT can not approve helmets. Therefore no helmets are approved by DOT.
NTSB......laws require motorcyclists to wear helmets compliant with the federal motorcycle helmet performance standard, FMVSS 218.
#25
05-01-2011, 10:04 AM
South Dakota.....not wearing eye protection will get you stopped...as will HIGH ape hangers...otherwise, ride free, bro.
You gotta move WEST if you want any sembelance of freedom, guys.
The east coast is infected with cockroaches and liberals...which by the way are related.
~Joe
You gotta move WEST if you want any sembelance of freedom, guys.
The east coast is infected with cockroaches and liberals...which by the way are related.
~Joe
#26
05-01-2011, 10:38 AM
There are a lot more a-holes texting while driving than there are nonDOT helmets.
#27
05-01-2011, 10:46 AM
Extreme HDF Member
I hear that.
This is why you guys should look into joining the AMA. They are out there legaly trying to fight harrassment laws like this.
This is why you guys should look into joining the AMA. They are out there legaly trying to fight harrassment laws like this.
Last edited by NDBadlands4-2; 05-01-2011 at 10:56 AM. Reason: spelling
#28
05-01-2011, 10:54 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
I talked to an LEO that told me he had more DUI arrests because of burnt out license plate lights than anything. If you are going to wear a non DOT in helmet state I would stay out of the bars when riding.
#29
05-01-2011, 11:09 AM
Club Member
Here in CA the chips stoped pulling people over for non DOT.
Why, because when they do, ask them to send a Helmet specialist out to check the helmet, they said it's to time consuming, so now they don't bother....
Most of the time I wear my FF, sometimes a quick ride in town, I wear the non DOT beanie....
Why, because when they do, ask them to send a Helmet specialist out to check the helmet, they said it's to time consuming, so now they don't bother....
Most of the time I wear my FF, sometimes a quick ride in town, I wear the non DOT beanie....
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05-01-2011, 11:16 AM
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