Cool thing seen

[Chrisj CMA]

On the way home from Cheaha.  Ok, Earl and I are cruising south on hwy 9 at 60 mph or so. We are behind a small car that is going the speed we are so we make no attempt to pass.

She did it two or three times.  A car in front of her put their blinkers on to turn and instead of just slowing down she turned on her signal as well even though she wasn't turning.

I had never seen this before but I was impressed.  It seemed much safer especially since the first time it happened I hadn't​ noticed the car in front of her indicate for a turn.

I think if I am riding alone (people say it's hard to see a motorcycle) I will start doing this as well.

Just passing on a neat simple safety tip.

[hubcapsc]

http://blog.al.com/breaking/2011/02/post_554.html

[Chrisj CMA]

Ya, I can see how it could cause a problem for those NOT behind the so called courteous driver.   Maybe not such a good thing.  Maybe I'll lust tap the brakes a few times instead of a steady slowdown

[BobB]

That is/was the law in some states.  Very confusing to out of state motorists that are not familiar.  Many years ago I experienced this practice, I believe it was in Tennessee (not sure).  I went around two cars on the right when only the first was turning left.  No harm this time, but a definite no no...   

[0leman]

I agree tapping the brakes would be a better practice than turning on your turn blinker.  At least that would alert the folks following you that the lead vehicle was going to do something.

Many years ago when I was a young'un, I passed a bunch of cars at one time (youth and speed not a good thing).  The lead vehicle was making a left turn and yes had turn signal on.  Didn't see it till I was about half-way around them.   End result was that I hit the guy trying to make the turn (brand new GTO).  Since it was raining "cat and dawgs" no skid marks.  Got ticket for improper and unreasonable speed and "Passing at an intersection".  The group did not hit their brakes early enough to alert me. 

[cokebottle10]

In the mountains this is a good idea. Mainly because you can't always see the person who is turning because of the hills and blind curves. If I'm the one behind the one turning and I'm in a blind curve or about to cress a hill then I will do it. I feel that when the person behind you suddenly sees your turn signal they will be ready to stop. If they just see your brake lights they will wait until they see you slow down. If they can see the guy in front of you stopping then there is no need to do this.

Thanks. David in Fletcher NC.

[Jess from VA]

Yeah, if I am being followed (in a line of cars) by anyone sort of aggressively or maybe not aggressively but following at JUST a safe distance and clearly wanting to go faster, if a guy ahead of me signals and I can see that everyone will be slowing shortly, I always start tapping my brakes until I see the guy behind me let off the gas.   (I just bump the front lever enough to flash the tail light, but no actual braking occurs).  I do this at lights and other places too.  

Anyone (with a brain) who sees this fast flashing brake light knows quickly I am not seriously slowing (though I am often reducing or dropping the throttle) but signalling a caution.  

The signal is not a bad idea either, so long as you are not (at the same time) sending some other person the wrong message.  

If they are actually watching the road ahead (and not texting her BFF), either the brake light or the signal should send them a caution.  

[Gryphon Rider]

Flashing your brake lights is far better than indicating a turn you're not actually planning to make.  If the one behind you is starting a pass that is clearly impossible to do safely, put out your arm and wave them back.  I'd rather risk them being angry than have crumpled cars flying through the air at me.

[Jess Tolbirt]

That is/was the law in some states.  Very confusing to out of state motorists that are not familiar.  Many years ago I experienced this practice, I believe it was in Tennessee (not sure).  I went around two cars on the right when only the first was turning left.  No harm this time, but a definite no no...   

in TN it is against the law to drive to the right of  the white line or on the shoulder, actually thats the law in every state but not enforced,, in TX i was turning right at a light when a car came up on the shoulder and hit me as i was turning..that woman was mad as hell when she lost the case in court because they drive on the shoulders in TX even tho its illegal.. so back to the point. they do turn the signals on in TN to let the cars behind know whats going on..

[old2soon]

Seen it here in the Sho Me and I am Not a fan. BUT this IS coming from the jaundiced view of a long time over the road 18 wheeler driver. But in retrospect rather have that than the brain dead sumbitch who starts one way or another changes it's excuse for a mind and starts to go the other way but after almost being totally committed realizes some how or another the first attempt was what they really wanted-or not!  And ALL that without benefit of brake lights or turn indicators. Like I sated-jaundiced view!  My take on what ever I'm riding or driving has been and continues to be-WHAT is The stupidest most asinine ridiculous thing "they" could possibly do? Rarely-but on occasion-rarely do "they" surprise me! Golden Driving Rule(s). NEVEREVERNEVER under ANY circumstances believe or trust turn indicators.  RIDE SAFE.

[Carl]

, in TX i was turning right at a light when a car came up on the shoulder and hit me as i was turning..that woman was mad as hell when she lost the case in court because they drive on the shoulders in TX even tho its illegal..

TX law allows driving on the shoulder to allow faster cars to pass or to make a right turn.  But you cannot use the shoulder to pass another vehicle, even if you are turning right.  You cannot pass on the right to make a right turn.  That lady deserves a ticket, time in traffic school.  Obliviots.

[gordonv]

Ya, I can see how it could cause a problem for those NOT behind the so called courteous driver.   Maybe not such a good thing.  Maybe I'll lust tap the brakes a few times instead of a steady slowdown

When ever I use the bikes gear to slow down, I tap the brakes twice, pause, then twice more, to signal to those behind me, car or bike, that I'm slowing down. The first time is to get their attention, then the second time so they can see it.

[desertrefugee]

Many moons ago the "cool thing" the OP mentions was common place when I grew up in North Carolina.  I don't know if it was the law or not, but I actually had the habit for a while after moving away.  I eventually stopped.   Now, I don't even see it practiced when I go back to NC.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Many moons ago the "cool thing" the OP mentions was common place when I grew up in North Carolina.  I don't know if it was the law or not, but I actually had the habit for a while after moving away.  I eventually stopped.   Now, I don't even see it practiced when I go back to NC.

I've heard of it or seen it. But blinkers are entirely optional in Alaska to begin with. This does remind me to get a new brake back off module. Mine went bad. But I think they are pretty effective for getting attention.

[hubcapsc]

Many moons ago the "cool thing" the OP mentions was common place when I grew up in North Carolina.  I don't know if it was the law or not, but I actually had the habit for a while after moving away.  I eventually stopped.   Now, I don't even see it practiced when I go back to NC.

I've heard of it or seen it. But blinkers are entirely optional in Alaska to begin with. This does remind me to get a new brake back off module. Mine went bad. But I think they are pretty effective for getting attention.

They get my attention, but I hate riding behind someone who has them... I've taken up the
general habit of tapping my brakes some when slowing down to turn off the main road, I
believe I've noticed some desirable effects in my rear view without involuntarily flashing
everywhere... I even do it in my car now...

-Mike "fooey on tailgaters..."

[The emperor has no clothes]

Many moons ago the "cool thing" the OP mentions was common place when I grew up in North Carolina.  I don't know if it was the law or not, but I actually had the habit for a while after moving away.  I eventually stopped.   Now, I don't even see it practiced when I go back to NC.

I've heard of it or seen it. But blinkers are entirely optional in Alaska to begin with. This does remind me to get a new brake back off module. Mine went bad. But I think they are pretty effective for getting attention.

They get my attention, but I hate riding behind someone who has them... I've taken up the
general habit of tapping my brakes some when slowing down to turn off the main road, I
believe I've noticed some desirable effects in my rear view without involuntarily flashing
everywhere... I even do it in my car now...

-Mike "fooey on tailgaters..."

I hadn't thought of that. I guess they would be pretty irritating after a few miles.

[Jess Tolbirt]

, in TX i was turning right at a light when a car came up on the shoulder and hit me as i was turning..that woman was mad as hell when she lost the case in court because they drive on the shoulders in TX even tho its illegal..

TX law allows driving on the shoulder to allow faster cars to pass or to make a right turn.  But you cannot use the shoulder to pass another vehicle, even if you are turning right.  You cannot pass on the right to make a right turn.  That lady deserves a ticket, time in traffic school.  Obliviots.

Hey Carl,
I am from TX and yes you are right. They drive on the shoulder to let faster cars pass and they pull over onto the shoulder to make right turns.. but its actually illegal to "drive" on the shoulder.. i will try and find the statute if i can.. thats what saved my butt in court... now this was 30 years ago too..

[Avanti]

Many moons ago the "cool thing" the OP mentions was common place when I grew up in North Carolina.  I don't know if it was the law or not, but I actually had the habit for a while after moving away.  I eventually stopped.   Now, I don't even see it practiced when I go back to NC.

I've heard of it or seen it. But blinkers are entirely optional in Alaska to begin with. This does remind me to get a new brake back off module. Mine went bad. But I think they are pretty effective for getting attention.

Look at http://3rdbrakeflasher.com/. i have the Model: FLSHR_G1, which is a G-force Stop Alert Flasher on my Interstate with L.E.D's made as a plug and play.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Many moons ago the "cool thing" the OP mentions was common place when I grew up in North Carolina.  I don't know if it was the law or not, but I actually had the habit for a while after moving away.  I eventually stopped.   Now, I don't even see it practiced when I go back to NC.

I've heard of it or seen it. But blinkers are entirely optional in Alaska to begin with. This does remind me to get a new brake back off module. Mine went bad. But I think they are pretty effective for getting attention.

Look at http://3rdbrakeflasher.com/. i have the Model: FLSHR_G1, which is a G-force Stop Alert Flasher on my Interstate with L.E.D's made as a plug and play.

Thanks, I'll check it out 

[Carl]

, in TX i was turning right at a light when a car came up on the shoulder and hit me as i was turning..that woman was mad as hell when she lost the case in court because they drive on the shoulders in TX even tho its illegal..

TX law allows driving on the shoulder to allow faster cars to pass or to make a right turn.  But you cannot use the shoulder to pass another vehicle, even if you are turning right.  You cannot pass on the right to make a right turn.  That lady deserves a ticket, time in traffic school.  Obliviots.

Hey Carl,
I am from TX and yes you are right. They drive on the shoulder to let faster cars pass and they pull over onto the shoulder to make right turns.. but its actually illegal to "drive" on the shoulder.. i will try and find the statute if i can.. thats what saved my butt in court... now this was 30 years ago too..

Jess

I was in a discussion about this awhile back.  We did find the statute that allows limited shoulder use.  I guess the definition of driving on the shoulder is up to the officer.  I remember many trips up Hwy 6 and 105 out of Navasota that I wish those damn farmers would learn how to use the shoulder.

BTW, just where in Texas is White Bluff, TN?  I know the TX/TN connection is strong, but ...

[Jess Tolbirt]

, in TX i was turning right at a light when a car came up on the shoulder and hit me as i was turning..that woman was mad as hell when she lost the case in court because they drive on the shoulders in TX even tho its illegal..

TX law allows driving on the shoulder to allow faster cars to pass or to make a right turn.  But you cannot use the shoulder to pass another vehicle, even if you are turning right.  You cannot pass on the right to make a right turn.  That lady deserves a ticket, time in traffic school.  Obliviots.

Hey Carl,
I am from TX and yes you are right. They drive on the shoulder to let faster cars pass and they pull over onto the shoulder to make right turns.. but its actually illegal to "drive" on the shoulder.. i will try and find the statute if i can.. thats what saved my butt in court... now this was 30 years ago too..

Jess

I was in a discussion about this awhile back.  We did find the statute that allows limited shoulder use.  I guess the definition of driving on the shoulder is up to the officer.  I remember many trips up Hwy 6 and 105 out of Navasota that I wish those damn farmers would learn how to use the shoulder.

BTW, just where in Texas is White Bluff, TN?  I know the TX/TN connection is strong, but ...

Carl, I grew up in Tx. left in '97 and came to Tn. after all these years i still call Tx home but i cannot convince myself to leave Tn to go back. I came here to do a 3 month job and have been here ever since..when my riding days are over i may go back home then...