Adventure in Ohio? - Page 3615

Sp4Mike · 11-08-2012, 02:30 PM

I didn't do a search on here so I'm not sure if the topic has come up, but lane splitting seems to be my new hobby...

http://adventuretouringmotorcycle.com/motorcycle-laws/

Has anyone been ticketed/pulled over for splitting? Or am I going to be the test case?

Moparmanpete · 11-08-2012, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Sp4Mike

I didn't do a search on here so I'm not sure if the topic has come up, but lane splitting seems to be my new hobby...

http://adventuretouringmotorcycle.com/motorcycle-laws/

Has anyone been ticketed/pulled over for splitting? Or am I going to be the test case?

There's so many times I wanted to but haven't

I have yet to see anyone in my town do it.

swingset · 11-08-2012, 02:55 PM

I've split lanes several times in heavy traffic, mostly when I'm ass-end-charlie I'll just go to the right around the stopped traffic.

I never figured it was legal or even gray area, was just prepared to get a ticket but I'd rather split than get crushed when someone doesn't see me.

Danjal · 11-08-2012, 03:31 PM

I've seen it more than once. Regrettably at 70+ mph speeds too. I just avoid the traffic on the bike. Zero tickets that I've seen or heard of from it.

SCQTT · 11-08-2012, 03:37 PM

I have filtered a time or two here, but it really pisses people off. Standard practice in Asia. it gets you out of their way & them out of your way. Win-Win.

I'm pretty sure they would have the death penalty in OH for lane splitting. I'm certain it is still in effect for 25 MPH+ speeding.

SCQTT · 11-08-2012, 03:41 PM

BTW my WR came with a lowering link I do not want. Since there are so many people on here I thought I would offer it up.

= swap for a stock one & we can do the exchange at my place.

Not certain of the brand, but it is a nice, billet aluminum, anodized black.

ArmyJoe · 11-08-2012, 03:44 PM

I saw it earlier this year when I was held captive in California. I thought it weird considering the state is so uptight, but the tree huggers must think lane splitting is less evil than idling in traffic and burning gas.

BOB RAMSAY · 11-08-2012, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by R.P.

I ride the Wayne trails a few times each year and really enjoy it when it's not too crowded. This weekend is likely to be fairly busy because the trail fees have been waived by the Forest Service for Veterans Day Weekend (Nov. 10, 11, 12). Having said that, I'll be part of the crowd since I promised to take my 14 year-old there for a weekend of riding. Last year I rode several times on weekends from mid Nov. - mid Dec. and didn't have any issues with hunters or crowds.

Just checked the Wayne website - everyone gets a free ride courtesy of our Veterans.

Thanks Vets!

BR

buildit · 11-08-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by BOB RAMSAY

Just checked the Wayne website - everyone gets a free ride courtesy of our Veterans.

Thanks Vets!

BR

Very tempting.

alansz400 · 11-08-2012, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by buildit

I had to get onto the bike from the right hand side for a while after my leg healed up enough to ride.

Thanks for the tip. I tried it today and it was much easier.

ohioroadrat · 11-08-2012, 06:01 PM

I`m going to check with Jim Stilwagon and see what he thinks of lane splitting

buildit · 11-08-2012, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by alansz400

Thanks for the tip. I tried it today and it was much easier.

Ride on!

BigOhio · 11-08-2012, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BOB RAMSAY

Just checked the Wayne website - everyone gets a free ride courtesy of our Veterans.

Thanks Vets!

BR

Not up to full strength but I might be up for attempting it. Any other gimps out there that are willing to bring up the rear with me?

mgorman · 11-08-2012, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Sp4Mike

Has anyone been ticketed/pulled over for splitting? Or am I going to be the test case?

Chicago actually actually advertises on the electronic freeway information signs to "dial 911 for any erratic riding or lane splitting by motorcycles"

Oceanbum · 11-08-2012, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ohioroadrat

I`m going to check with Jim Stilwagon and see what he thinks of lane splitting

11-08-2012, 02:30 PM	#54211
Sp4Mike Adventurer Joined: May 2012 Location: NE Ohio Oddometer: 94	I didn't do a search on here so I'm not sure if the topic has come up, but lane splitting seems to be my new hobby... http://adventuretouringmotorcycle.com/motorcycle-laws/ Has anyone been ticketed/pulled over for splitting? Or am I going to be the test case? __________________ www.adventuretouringmotorcycle.com

11-08-2012, 02:55 PM	#54213
swingset Got the knack. Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Central Ohio Oddometer: 10,659	I've split lanes several times in heavy traffic, mostly when I'm ass-end-charlie I'll just go to the right around the stopped traffic. I never figured it was legal or even gray area, was just prepared to get a ticket but I'd rather split than get crushed when someone doesn't see me. __________________ The Rant-Fu blog & podcast ->Rant-Fu

11-08-2012, 03:37 PM	#54215
SCQTT Zwei Kolben Joined: May 2005 Location: Mike's Sky Rancho Oddometer: 4,956	I have filtered a time or two here, but it really pisses people off. Standard practice in Asia. it gets you out of their way & them out of your way. Win-Win. I'm pretty sure they would have the death penalty in OH for lane splitting. I'm certain it is still in effect for 25 MPH+ speeding. __________________ This is SPARTA!

11-08-2012, 03:41 PM	#54216
SCQTT Zwei Kolben Joined: May 2005 Location: Mike's Sky Rancho Oddometer: 4,956	BTW my WR came with a lowering link I do not want. Since there are so many people on here I thought I would offer it up. = swap for a stock one & we can do the exchange at my place. Not certain of the brand, but it is a nice, billet aluminum, anodized black. __________________ This is SPARTA!

11-08-2012, 03:44 PM	#54217
ArmyJoe Studly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2011 Location: Columbus, Ohio Oddometer: 535	I saw it earlier this year when I was held captive in California. I thought it weird considering the state is so uptight, but the tree huggers must think lane splitting is less evil than idling in traffic and burning gas. __________________ 2009 Can-Am Spyder RS, 2008 Yamaha WR250R ArmyJoe's Perpetual Picture Thread - http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=888783

11-08-2012, 03:31 PM	#54214
Danjal Insert wit here. Joined: Oct 2011 Location: Location,Location Oddometer: 1,199	I've seen it more than once. Regrettably at 70+ mph speeds too. I just avoid the traffic on the bike. Zero tickets that I've seen or heard of from it.

11-08-2012, 06:01 PM	#54221
ohioroadrat It`s YOUR fault ! Joined: Jan 2006 Location: Columbus,Ohio Oddometer: 1,498	lane spliting I`m going to check with Jim Stilwagon and see what he thinks of lane splitting __________________ The second slowest rider in district 11. Time spent riding is not deducted from one`s lifespan.

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