Riding between cars. Do YOU do it? - Honda Shadow Forums : Shadow Motorcycle Forum

DarkAero · 12-08-2012, 07:47 PM

I live in California where its legal to ride the line in between lanes to pass cars. I have never done it and can't see any good reason to do it, lots of risk, little reward. Apparently I am in the minority as other bikers pass me in between lanes while I am riding behind a car. I would like some opinions on this from my enlightened forum participants.::confused: Thoughts?

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TCazes · 12-08-2012, 07:52 PM

(puts popcorn in microwave) this should be a good discussion.

**old dad** · 12-08-2012, 07:54 PM

It's called "lane splitting" or "lane sharing",,not many states allow it. In SC you are not allowed to ride tandem. Kind of a dangerous undertaking imo.

Big B · 12-08-2012, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TCazes

(puts popcorn in microwave) this should be a good discussion.

LOL!

not legal here, but if it was, not sure I'd risk it.

Coop · 12-08-2012, 07:55 PM

It's called lane splitting. No I dont do it. I have seen it out there but only in severe traffic jams. Here I am not sure if its legal or not, I have no desire to do it so it does not matter.
Coop

PA Dave · 12-08-2012, 07:57 PM

Simply no, I don't. I wouldn't even if it were legal here.

Shadow ghost · 12-08-2012, 08:15 PM

Nope. Not legal and even if it was I like my bike and body the way it is. With no asphalt.

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ZackDaniels · 12-08-2012, 08:16 PM

Not while in motion but you bet your ass I'd be skipping to the front of the line at lights in heavy traffic.

Lakota · 12-08-2012, 08:26 PM

In a word, no. Not even when it's legal.

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DarkAero · 12-08-2012, 08:29 PM

I am of the same opinion as you all seem to be. I see bikes on the 405 splitting lanes when traffic is moving at 40 miles an hour. Slow for a freeway, but one dude changes lanes or clip a mirror going 50 and that is all folks! Mabye I am a naive noob but IMO if you ride respectfully and obey the same rules as the cars, you'll get a little more respect on your bike

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12-08-2012, 07:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
DarkAero Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 366	Riding between cars. Do YOU do it? I live in California where its legal to ride the line in between lanes to pass cars. I have never done it and can't see any good reason to do it, lots of risk, little reward. Apparently I am in the minority as other bikers pass me in between lanes while I am riding behind a car. I would like some opinions on this from my enlightened forum participants.::confused: Thoughts? Sent from my PC36100 using Motorcycle.com Free App __________________ 07 Aero 750 Mustang seat M/C Enterprises floorboards Heel/toe shifter

12-08-2012, 07:52 PM	#2 (permalink)
TCazes Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 378	(puts popcorn in microwave) this should be a good discussion. __________________

12-08-2012, 07:54 PM	#3 (permalink)
old dad Super Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: sc Posts: 7,253	It's called "lane splitting" or "lane sharing",,not many states allow it. In SC you are not allowed to ride tandem. Kind of a dangerous undertaking imo. __________________ 2006 vlx

12-08-2012, 07:55 PM	#5 (permalink)
Coop Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: North Augusta S.C. Posts: 2,926	It's called lane splitting. No I dont do it. I have seen it out there but only in severe traffic jams. Here I am not sure if its legal or not, I have no desire to do it so it does not matter. Coop __________________ *My Mistress* 2006 VTX 1300R Ride Bells By OldDad

12-08-2012, 07:57 PM	#6 (permalink)
PA Dave Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lancaster County, PA Posts: 754	Simply no, I don't. I wouldn't even if it were legal here. __________________ A right emblem it may be, of the uncertain things of this world; that when men have sold them selves for them, they vanish into smoke. ~ William Bradford "Our Lady of Blessed Acceleration, don't fail me now." ~ Elwood Blues '03 Spirit VT750DCB named Annie // Ride Bell courtesy of JaYdEd

12-08-2012, 08:15 PM	#7 (permalink)
Shadow ghost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 183	Nope. Not legal and even if it was I like my bike and body the way it is. With no asphalt. Sent from my iPhone using Motorcycle.com Free App __________________ Just Cruise...

12-08-2012, 08:29 PM	#10 (permalink)
DarkAero Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 366	I am of the same opinion as you all seem to be. I see bikes on the 405 splitting lanes when traffic is moving at 40 miles an hour. Slow for a freeway, but one dude changes lanes or clip a mirror going 50 and that is all folks! Mabye I am a naive noob but IMO if you ride respectfully and obey the same rules as the cars, you'll get a little more respect on your bike Sent from my PC36100 using Motorcycle.com Free App __________________ 07 Aero 750 Mustang seat M/C Enterprises floorboards Heel/toe shifter

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