Motorcycle Carry

koolguynet · December 3rd, 2007, 12:50 AM

Does anyone here carry while on a motorcycle? I have tried to imagine how I could do this and get to my weapon if attacked at a stoplight, but I just can't figure out how to do it with my gear on. Any tips?

retsupt99 · December 3rd, 2007, 01:09 AM

If you're stopped at a light?
If I were stopped at a light and there were someone posing a grave threat, my Harley would be sailing through the light.
If I were trapped, which I plan ahead for (not to be trapped...car or bike)...my Glock is IWB at about 5:00...not a problem.

I don't have lots of gear..just a Florida leather jacket on those cold mornings...55'...Brrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

My G-36 is just one zip away...actually I could get it without unzipping the jacket.

I also keep a 4oz OC spray right on my dash for dogs who like to chase bikes...I guess that might also help with a threat.

Stay armed...stay safe!

BikerRN · December 3rd, 2007, 01:41 AM

I ride and carry.

If I'm on my scoot I'd use the manuverability of the motorcycle to flee as my first option. When I'm on the bike I carry the same as when I'm not on the bike. Primary on the hip and BUG in the pocket.

Biker

older gunner · December 3rd, 2007, 04:13 AM

I have been riding about three years now. I normally carry IWB at 4 o'clock. I do the same thing when on my cycle. Since I'm right handed, if I draw, the throttle is released and the bike sits still. I'd go with a fast getaway as my first option. If that isn't possible, my plan is to not worry about the bike. I'm also considering a shoulder holster for use when I ride. Haven't made my mind up on that yet.

Gamisou · December 3rd, 2007, 04:22 AM

I do but people seem to look at me weird.

C9H13NO3 · December 3rd, 2007, 07:01 AM

IWB at 4 same as always. However, if you're stopped at a light on your bike, chances are someone trying to steal your bike or attack you will knock you off the bike before you have a chance to react. Then you might also have to deal with being trapped under the bike.

bandit383 · December 3rd, 2007, 10:28 AM

Built a pocket in the upper part of my leather vest...great for the Keltec. 4'Oclock is another good option...but a bit uncomfortable for the long hauls...

Rick

frankmako · December 3rd, 2007, 11:48 AM

p3at in the jacket pocket. s&w model 60 in the windsheld bag. both are easy to get to. do the shoulder hoster some in the summer under the mesh jacket, but in winter the big jacket stay zipped all the way up.

T. Kanaley · December 3rd, 2007, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koolguynet

Does anyone here carry while on a motorcycle? I have tried to imagine how I could do this and get to my weapon if attacked at a stoplight, but I just can't figure out how to do it with my gear on. Any tips?

Carry as you normally would and plan on leaving the motorcycle if you find yourself in a situation where you need to access your weapon. Or stay on the bike and get the hell out of Dodge! (the preferable choice, if there's a choice). Fighting off a motorcycle whether it is moving or not, is not a good idea. In a car vs. motorcycle confrontation, car wins most everytime, so that's always a good thing to keep in mind.

If someone just wants to steal my bike I'm going to drop it on the ground and give it to them. Picking a 750lb Harley off the ground, mounting it and then re-starting it after it shuts down, takes a little bit of time (ask me how I know this

) and acting like the compliant victim will allow me to use that time to take whatever steps I may deem necessary. Hopefully, anyway.

LMarshall73 · December 3rd, 2007, 01:11 PM

I will typically swith to appendix carry in a CompTac Pro Undercover with my vest for cover. I carry a spare mag IWB at 11:00 when carrying this way. Since I took the drag bars off of my bike, I could probably get away with my normal IWB at 4:00, but I'm too paranoid about having my vest or jacket ride up in the back.

December 3rd, 2007, 12:50 AM	#1
koolguynet Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 204	Motorcycle Carry Does anyone here carry while on a motorcycle? I have tried to imagine how I could do this and get to my weapon if attacked at a stoplight, but I just can't figure out how to do it with my gear on. Any tips? __________________ S&W 642 -.38 spl +p, S&W 1911- .45, Ruger P95DC- 9mm Mossberg 835 12ga. (HG) Benchmade Mini-Griptilian straight tanto, Kershaw Blackout 3.25", Kershaw Scallion 2.4" www.koolguy.net

December 3rd, 2007, 01:09 AM	#2
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,405	If you're stopped at a light? If I were stopped at a light and there were someone posing a grave threat, my Harley would be sailing through the light. If I were trapped, which I plan ahead for (not to be trapped...car or bike)...my Glock is IWB at about 5:00...not a problem. I don't have lots of gear..just a Florida leather jacket on those cold mornings...55'...Brrrrrrrrrrrrrr! My G-36 is just one zip away...actually I could get it without unzipping the jacket. I also keep a 4oz OC spray right on my dash for dogs who like to chase bikes...I guess that might also help with a threat. Stay armed...stay safe! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

December 3rd, 2007, 01:41 AM	#3
BikerRN VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: State of Discombobulation Posts: 3,705	I ride and carry. If I'm on my scoot I'd use the manuverability of the motorcycle to flee as my first option. When I'm on the bike I carry the same as when I'm not on the bike. Primary on the hip and BUG in the pocket. Biker __________________ If I knew I was going to get in to a gunfight I most ceratinly wouln't bring a handgun or two, and I don't know any smart person that does.

December 3rd, 2007, 11:48 AM	#8
frankmako VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Parts Unknown Posts: 2,482	p3at in the jacket pocket. s&w model 60 in the windsheld bag. both are easy to get to. do the shoulder hoster some in the summer under the mesh jacket, but in winter the big jacket stay zipped all the way up. __________________ An armed man is a citizen. An unarmed man is a subject. Red State State of Mind

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December 3rd, 2007, 04:13 AM	#4
older gunner Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 660	I have been riding about three years now. I normally carry IWB at 4 o'clock. I do the same thing when on my cycle. Since I'm right handed, if I draw, the throttle is released and the bike sits still. I'd go with a fast getaway as my first option. If that isn't possible, my plan is to not worry about the bike. I'm also considering a shoulder holster for use when I ride. Haven't made my mind up on that yet.

December 3rd, 2007, 07:01 AM	#6
C9H13NO3 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 1,154	IWB at 4 same as always. However, if you're stopped at a light on your bike, chances are someone trying to steal your bike or attack you will knock you off the bike before you have a chance to react. Then you might also have to deal with being trapped under the bike.

December 3rd, 2007, 10:28 AM	#7
bandit383 Distinguished Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,681	Built a pocket in the upper part of my leather vest...great for the Keltec. 4'Oclock is another good option...but a bit uncomfortable for the long hauls... Rick

December 3rd, 2007, 01:11 PM	#10
LMarshall73 Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South East US Posts: 204	I will typically swith to appendix carry in a CompTac Pro Undercover with my vest for cover. I carry a spare mag IWB at 11:00 when carrying this way. Since I took the drag bars off of my bike, I could probably get away with my normal IWB at 4:00, but I'm too paranoid about having my vest or jacket ride up in the back.