Do you flash your lights or use a modulator? - Page 2 - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

bajaraider · 03-07-2006, 08:59 AM

That is a good point. Thats the way I treat it when in the cager, why should it be diff on a bike. Thanks for the heads up.

DS06C50T · 04-02-2006, 10:44 AM

Repeated flashing of headlight/hi-beams, horn, goosing the throttle... whatever is appropriate for the moment of need. I've used each: headlights/hi-beams as I approach an intersection to the highway and it looks like Johnny Cage driver is going to try to make it across before I get there; horn in a parking lot as a truck was backing up towards me; and "goosing" the throttle to let cagers know I'm there at stoplights, etc so I don't have to hear the aforementioned "sorry, didn't see ya"... escape clause!

hammersfan · 04-04-2006, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CManT1914

I don't flash my high-beams at cars. Around here, that's an open invitation for them to pull out in front of you. (especially at intersections, even more especially if you're stopped.)

Its the same here as well, if you flash your lights you are telling someone to go ahead of you. The modulated headlights sounds like a good idea, though I'm not sure of the legality of them in Ontario.

Dwayne Hicks · 04-05-2006, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Trapper

I have that "pass" button and never use it. I am afraid it would be misunderstood as a "go ahead" button.

+1

Colorado Cajun · 04-05-2006, 02:07 PM

I ride during the day with my high beam on and alway tap my breaks to flash then at the beginning of a stop.

Are head light modulators legal in most states?

Danr · 04-05-2006, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Colorado Cajun

I ride during the day with my high beam on and alway tap my breaks to flash then at the beginning of a stop.

Are head light modulators legal in most states?

Indeed they are, and I for one, think they are the greatest thing since sliced bread !

You are NOTICED !

It is the first item and a Brake modulator that I put on my bike before any Bling.

Max Speed · 03-19-2008, 10:05 AM

I run the brightest light possible in the day time. I aim the headlight so it catches people eyes when driving at me. Why? I want to be seen. I want people to swear at me in the day time because of my light. That way I know they have seen me. I live by this saying. I would rather have you swear at me than to stand over me and apologize to me that you never saw me and you were sorry you pulled in front of me. I feel so strong about this because a friend was killed by a person making a left turn and never saw the cycle coming. Also watch the front wheel of the vehicle at intersections and cars getting ready to turn. The first thing to move or show what is going to happen is the front tire! Having eye contact with the other driver will not do a thing to help you.

clockdaddy · 03-21-2008, 08:25 PM

I try my best just to confuse people!
When I'm coming up to an intersecting road, I start riding in a surpentine motion from one side of the lane to the other. People look at me like they think I'm crazy (Which is beside the point!!) but at least I got their attention!!!

I have a very bright headlight that even the instructor at the advanced MSF class was impressed with!

CD

Rickster · 03-22-2008, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clockdaddy

I try my best just to confuse people!
When I'm coming up to an intersecting road, I start riding in a surpentine motion from one side of the lane to the other. People look at me like they think I'm crazy (Which is beside the point!!) but at least I got their attention!!!

I have a very bright headlight that even the instructor at the advanced MSF class was impressed with!

CD

Whatever floats your boat, but I got to tell you that having "confused" people pointing 2 ton projectiles at me would definatly not make me feel safe.

Alex13 · 03-23-2008, 08:47 PM

I use the passing button thing on my bike when I think a car is about to pull out in front.

It scares me when I see them about to go and nose dive when they see me. Better late than never I suppose.

tlwisner · 04-22-2008, 07:30 PM

I use my high beam during the day, but that's no substitute for paying close attention and expecting people to be stupid. Yesterday while sitting on my bike at a red light I watched a guy chatting on his phone pull his Mercedes SUV right out in front of a big red fire engine that had it's horn blowing, siren on, and lots of flashing red lights.

At night or in less than good visibility, I wear one of those flourescent green vests with reflective stripes. My helmet color of choice is white. I wish my bike was a lighter color, but I did add driving lights on the front.

View Poll Results: What's your brand of cager attention-getter?
Headlight modulator	12	9.84%
Manual flashing of headlights	29	23.77%
Repeated wheelies and stoppies, alternately	4	3.28%
Nothing - I pay attention and act accordingly	77	63.11%
Voters: 122. You may not vote on this poll

03-07-2006, 08:59 AM	#21 (permalink)
bajaraider U.B's LoveChild Joined: Sep 2005 Bike: 2005 M50, 1970 TC120 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 1,030	That is a good point. Thats the way I treat it when in the cager, why should it be diff on a bike. Thanks for the heads up. __________________ RED M50 - 2005 "only a motorcycle rider understands why a dog hangs its head out the window" My Toys

04-02-2006, 10:44 AM	#22 (permalink)
DS06C50T Kickstand Operator Joined: Nov 2005 Bike: 2006 Suzuki Blvd. C50T (dark grey) Location: Ventura County, CA. Posts: 286	Repeated flashing of headlight/hi-beams, horn, goosing the throttle... whatever is appropriate for the moment of need. I've used each: headlights/hi-beams as I approach an intersection to the highway and it looks like Johnny Cage driver is going to try to make it across before I get there; horn in a parking lot as a truck was backing up towards me; and "goosing" the throttle to let cagers know I'm there at stoplights, etc so I don't have to hear the aforementioned "sorry, didn't see ya"... escape clause! __________________ Daryl '06 C50T... full-time hard-bagger and true dual exhaust http://www.volusiariders.com/album_p...r=DESC&start=0

04-05-2006, 02:07 PM	#25 (permalink)
Colorado Cajun Sprocket Pilot Joined: Nov 2005 Bike: 2006 C50 Silver and Gray Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 851	I ride during the day with my high beam on and alway tap my breaks to flash then at the beginning of a stop. Are head light modulators legal in most states? __________________ 2006 C50 Silver and gray, Cobra Tall Sissy Bar, K&N Air filter, Suzuki bags, Custom Driver's Back Rest, Memphis Fats 19" windshield with lowers, added a 2nd horn, Power Commander PC3 USB, and Cobra Freeway bars. Mitch

03-21-2008, 08:25 PM	#28 (permalink)
clockdaddy Where Am I ? Joined: Mar 2008 Bike: 1983 Honda Nighthawk CB550SC Location: Frankfort, Kentucky Posts: 45	I try my best just to confuse people! When I'm coming up to an intersecting road, I start riding in a surpentine motion from one side of the lane to the other. People look at me like they think I'm crazy (Which is beside the point!!) but at least I got their attention!!! I have a very bright headlight that even the instructor at the advanced MSF class was impressed with! CD __________________ "Life can be Heaven or Hell, It all depends on your attitude!" hm2001

03-19-2008, 10:05 AM	#27 (permalink)
Max Speed Newbie Joined: Mar 2008 Bike: 2008 B-King and 2000 Busa Location: Western New York Posts: 21	I run the brightest light possible in the day time. I aim the headlight so it catches people eyes when driving at me. Why? I want to be seen. I want people to swear at me in the day time because of my light. That way I know they have seen me. I live by this saying. I would rather have you swear at me than to stand over me and apologize to me that you never saw me and you were sorry you pulled in front of me. I feel so strong about this because a friend was killed by a person making a left turn and never saw the cycle coming. Also watch the front wheel of the vehicle at intersections and cars getting ready to turn. The first thing to move or show what is going to happen is the front tire! Having eye contact with the other driver will not do a thing to help you.

03-23-2008, 08:47 PM	#30 (permalink)
Alex13 Puddle Runner Joined: Sep 2007 Bike: 2007 Boulevard M50 (Black) Location: Stockbridge, GA Posts: 382	I use the passing button thing on my bike when I think a car is about to pull out in front. It scares me when I see them about to go and nose dive when they see me. Better late than never I suppose. __________________ Set low goals so you can overachieve.

04-22-2008, 07:30 PM	#31 (permalink)
tlwisner Throttle Jockey Joined: Apr 2004 Bike: '05 Boulevard C50 Location: Central Kentucky Posts: 3,208	I use my high beam during the day, but that's no substitute for paying close attention and expecting people to be stupid. Yesterday while sitting on my bike at a red light I watched a guy chatting on his phone pull his Mercedes SUV right out in front of a big red fire engine that had it's horn blowing, siren on, and lots of flashing red lights. At night or in less than good visibility, I wear one of those flourescent green vests with reflective stripes. My helmet color of choice is white. I wish my bike was a lighter color, but I did add driving lights on the front. __________________ Tim Wisner AMA, SCRC Happiness is something we create Last edited by tlwisner; 04-22-2008 at 07:33 PM.

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