Herd mentality at it's worst! It's hard enough to stay safe from cages without having to worry about other motorcyclists. I'm not anti Harley, I've had them and they were not for me. People should ride what they love and enjoy their ride.
Everyone on 2 wheels has witnessed this anti social and careless mob behavior, It is generally the minority IMHO, but senseless just the same. Unfortunately, I'll break a few speeding laws to avoid situations like this, I don't like the noise or putting faith in that type of groups riding abilities.
I don't blame you for being angry! that would piss anyone off
The image of the motorcycle and those who operate them has long suffered because of the actions of unthinking individuals. A rider known as Wheels is one of the best ambassadors for the riding population I have ran across. He has no legs and rides a highly modified Wing. I don't even come close to his tenacity, but do what I can to improve the image of riders. The amount of cycles on the road is an indication that more are joining the ranks. The burning question is, will you be a good or bad example?
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Happened to me once leaving Ormond Beach during Bike Week, 4 of them pulled up behind me and when the light turned green at the bottom of the big bridge on 40 they split and started to pass. Boy were they loud. I was on my fairly new Valkyrie and it was 2 am so I said F'it and hit the throttle. When I got to the top they were way behind me and Mr. Policeman was setting on the other side of the bridge. I should have thanked those guys because after he pulled us over and I was the only sober one he let me go. They on the other hand were all off their bikes and as I pulled away two more patrol cars pulled up. I drove the speed limit all the way to my campsite.
Check this idiot Harley rider out, he's trying to be cool riding with idiot stunters and riding on the sidewalk. https://youtu.be/cY38-BFSsvM
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No matter where you are or where you go, there is always that 10%! As a motorcyclist you just have to always be mentally prepared for what is happening or with what might happen. I ride in the Smoky Mountains a lot, go to Bike Week in Daytona every year, etc. What I am saying here is that you KNOW that if you ride your bike to Deals Gap, or Bike Week, or any place like those two places, you KNOW there are going to be a very large amount of bikes with all kinds of riders so be prepared to get into the mix, and you will always get into the mix. So be prepared, stay cool, be observant, or stay home!
Sorry Johnny, but I can't agree with that one. As a tax paying citizen, I do feel that I have the right to ride the highways of America without harrassment, intimidation and without putting my life in danger just because I ride a Honda or any other bike that does not have Harley Davidson on the tank. I will not stay home or avoid Deals Gap and yes I am going to Myrtle Beach next weekend. I will however, be alert to my surroundings and I will not be caught off guard again.
If the truth be known, I would wager that a significant portion of that group has a Civic, Accord, Camry, 4 Runner, Pathfinder or some Asian car in the driveway at home.
"Life is hard. Harder when you are stupid"-- John Wayne[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]
You got that right Ryder. We have a Harley Troll on our 109 forum. He owns a 9 but he also owns two HD's. He is constantly dissing the 109. Come to find out he drives a Lexus. The little prick wants it both ways. I'm usually in a group so I don't feel threatened. But even by myself I don't pay them any attention. What they did to you was definitely threatening. Hang in there.