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[GoGo Gadget]

Originally Posted by ibafran

do they not give the bike cops in the usa bike gear to wear??
as the UK bike cops get full gear to wear

Here is the rumor that I heard from my local moto officers. The officers put in for the kind of uniform that they want to wear. The admin looks it over and adjusts it for some sort of proper (friendly? non-sturm trooper?) look to keep the public's unfavorable sterotypical comments to a minimum. Then the officers vote on it. Most votes carry the day. I am led to believe, via rumor, that many rural moto officers do not have the hazzardous environment of a congested urban area. So they opt for the shirt sleeves look with somegatt. These officers far outnumber the officers with a more hazzardous environment and carry the vote. Thus, police stiches and other reasonably good safety gear are a rarity here.

Believe it or not, our officers are not allowed to wear mirrored sunglasses due solely bad movie publicity. To a limited extent, I find it mildly amusing that our LEOs have to fight biker stereotypes as much as regular bikers. I just spent a day at the track yesterday and was appalled at the noise. The track had to close/quiet at 5PM because of local noise ordinances put specifically in place because of the track. As a group, you would think that bike racers would not be this dumb for this long (like the last 50yrs) and not figure out clue #1. Biker racers are a pretty small group compared to all the street riders. One would think that a small, intelligent group could get something done?

Most places it is more like you wear anything you want as long as it is exactly what they issue you.

[Daamud]

Originally Posted by 211Chuck

Your friend 205 sure has alot of different motorcycles"

I lurk here. Mostly scroll through as fast as the page loads. sorry

[klaviator]

Originally Posted by Against The Wind

Fresh lowside on the Dragon = broken leg.

I met this guy the day after his crash. He was standing ( with crutches ) under the tree of shame asking if anyone had any zip ties so he could hang the mirror off his CBR125 on the tree. Of course, being a KLR owner I always have zip ties with me and gave him a couple. Other than the cast on his leg and crutches he seemed to be in pretty good shape and not really bummed out.

[AZbiker]

Originally Posted by GoGo Gadget

Here is the rumor that I heard from my local moto officers. The officers put in for the kind of uniform that they want to wear. The admin looks it over and adjusts it for some sort of proper (friendly? non-sturm trooper?) look to keep the public's unfavorable sterotypical comments to a minimum. Then the officers vote on it. Most votes carry the day. I am led to believe, via rumor, that many rural moto officers do not have the hazzardous environment of a congested urban area. So they opt for the shirt sleeves look with somegatt. These officers far outnumber the officers with a more hazzardous environment and carry the vote. Thus, police stiches and other reasonably good safety gear are a rarity here.

Believe it or not, our officers are not allowed to wear mirrored sunglasses due solely bad movie publicity. To a limited extent, I find it mildly amusing that our LEOs have to fight biker stereotypes as much as regular bikers. I just spent a day at the track yesterday and was appalled at the noise. The track had to close/quiet at 5PM because of local noise ordinances put specifically in place because of the track. As a group, you would think that bike racers would not be this dumb for this long (like the last 50yrs) and not figure out clue #1. Biker racers are a pretty small group compared to all the street riders. One would think that a small, intelligent group could get something done?

I find the top part odd, since the cops around here are allowed to wear paramilitary-style gear as their uniform. DPS is the only one that doesn't.

If you're ever in the area, come down to Firebird Raceway sometime.

Zero noise restrictions.

It's located on the reservation right outside Chandler. The indians that live on the rez don't live anywhere near it and they could give a shit less about what the City of Chandler thinks--not their land.

I saw an AHRMA race out there once and a few of the racers were talking about how excited they were to be able to throw the baffle-less reverse cones on their bikes again.


Most places it is more like you wear anything you want as long as it is exactly what they issue you.[/QUOTE]

[goodcat8]

Originally Posted by DAKEZ

Please tell me this is a troll post and you are not really this dumb.

Pushing a pig deep is not the way navigate a corner at speed.

The guy in the pudding helmet is relaxed and comfortable and clearly knows how to ride. (knowing how to ride is bad ass) The leather clad fool on the cruiser.... Not so much.

Bad ass? The only thing bad about the ATGATT cruiser rider is his riding form. He could go through that turn faster without throwing sparks if he had a little instruction.

Do you get along with anyone on ADV, or just post 15,000+ posts of arguing with people?

I didn't post the pictures with intent of "I sure hope Dakez agrees!!" Feel free to disagree. But if anyone gets the trolling award.......

[DAKEZ]

Just admit it. You can't stand it that he is wearing a HD jacket while riding something other so you call him a twat.

Perhaps you should leave off the nonsensical comments if you do not seek replies. I was not alone in thinking you had it exactly wrong.

Originally Posted by goodcat8

This is pretty bad ass.

This is not.

[Barry]

Originally Posted by DAKEZ

Just admit it. You can't stand it that he is wearing a HD jacket while riding something other so you call him a twat.

Perhaps you should leave off the nonsensical comments if you do not seek replies. I was not alone in thinking you had it exactly wrong.

Saw a dude in traffic on Friday riding an HD. 1/2 helmet, black. Black HD brand leather jacket. Black gloves with FLAMES stitched into them. Jeans... and to complete the ensemble, running shoes.

[JamesG]

You never know where its going to break down. Might be a long walk...

[Wench On Wheels]

Originally Posted by Barry

Saw a dude in traffic on Friday riding an HD. 1/2 helmet, black. Black HD brand leather jacket. Black gloves with FLAMES stitched into them. Jeans... and to complete the ensemble, running shoes.

I've noticed a lot of HD riders in VA wear chaps and CHUCKS.....

Tho it's better than what I used to ride in..... bikini top, cutoff shorts, and bare feet.

[AZbiker]

Originally Posted by Wench On Wheels

Tho it's better than what I used to ride in..... bikini top, cutoff shorts, and bare feet.

Pics or it didn't happen...

[AZbiker]

Originally Posted by JamesG

You never know where its going to break down. Might be a long walk...

Whatever, nobikes.

Go back to JM.

[TrashCan]

Originally Posted by AZbiker

Pics or it didn't happen...

205

Maybe it will work for you.

[Bill Harris]

Originally Posted by Wench On Wheels

I've noticed a lot of HD riders in VA wear chaps and CHUCKS.....

Tho it's better than what I used to ride in..... bikini top, cutoff shorts, and bare feet.

Still, back in the day, very, very few riders wore even minimal "ATGATT" gear-- back in the '70's (and probably early '80's) a light jacket, jeans, tennis shoes and an open-face helmet were the norm. It really wasn't til the end of the '90s (or maybe later) that ATGATT came into being.

It's astounding that we survived childhood...

[Ritalin Boy]

Originally Posted by Bill Harris

Still, back in the day, very, very few riders wore even minimal "ATGATT" gear-- back in the '70's (and probably early '80's) a light jacket, jeans, tennis shoes and an open-face helmet were the norm. It really wasn't til the end of the '90s (or maybe later) that ATGATT came into being.

It's astounding that we survived childhood...

I think it's not a stretch that we credit Andy Godfine of Aerostich with making it much easier to be ATGATT and the BMW "Power Rangers" for making it popular.

[dwoodward]

Originally Posted by Tripped1

Short answer is basically no, they have been wearing the same thing since mounted police had friggin horses.

Longer answer is "it depends".

Most accurate answer is "It's not up to the officer on the street". The decision about what he may or may not wear is above his pay grade, and frequently made by mangement that has no riding experience, or are too hide bound to consider newer options.

Oregon's a bit ahead of the curve, but it's also a place where not having riding gear will severely limit how many days a year one can ride. Some departments around here allow winter and summer riding gear, waterproof or mesh depending. Some officers even wear it... But keep in mind most motor cops are traffic enforcement. As such, they sit for extended periods, then drag race to catch a victim. If it were me, I wouldn't want to sit in the sun on a 100 degree day, either. Remember they already have a bulletproof vest and uniform shirt, and every one I've seen wears gloves. I'd expect the average motor cop wears more gear than the average civilian rider.

At least modular helmets are allowed; the officer that pushed hardest to get that through for Oregon was one of the last to get his- too late, he got hit by a drunk driver, wound up with a medical retirement and having multiple surgeries to put his face back together.