How many ccw while riding Motorcycles?

[treehorses]

Under Federal law, a firearm may be transported interstate from any place it is legal to any other place it is legal as long as it is unloaded and cased and out of reach. Federal law prevails over state law because it involves interstate movement. I carry a copy of the relevant federal regulations when transporting

That document would be good tucked inside the small gun box described earlier. Thanks for info. I'll be checking it out.
We can leave Kansas and end up in Idaho, Nevada or maybe Montana. Wyoming & Colorado , New Mex is common for us too. I think NM is the only one we will have to lock 'em up.

 

[Kollin]

Originally posted by Electraclyde:
My question is, could anyone really use a weapon while operating a motorcycle? I don't think that would be possible or safe.

I don't think treehorses meant shooting while on a motorcycle. Cops carry on motorcycles all the time but don't do "Ride By's". They get off and use it when needed. I think treehorses meant the best way to conceal when riding to the location you are going and doing your everyday activities that you like to carry while doing in case a situation arises.

treehorses, correct me if I am wrong.

 

[Kamerer]

I have experience with this that might be helpful.

For carrying a gun bigger than a J frame, I took one of my older riding jackets, an old Schott "Racer" to a leather shop. I had her cut the inner liner, edge the cut with leather and install a snap. Inside, she sewed a leather pouch shaped to hold up to a full size 1911. I had this done on each side of the jacket, and some inexpensive nylon mag carriers sewn into the waist. I can carry two full size 1911s and an extra four mags without any hassle. Since the jacket is holding all the weight - I hardly notice it. Total cost was about $100 I think.

Now there are commercial vests like this you can buy, or get a shoulder rig to wear under your jacket.

For summer carry, a good way to go about it is to get a leather tank pouch - the pocketed pieces that replace your tank center trim between your seat and your instrument cluster on your tank. Stick a J frame or small auto in there - it's right to hand. I just sold a j frame of mine to a guy who planned on doing just this with it.

 

[11B-Lifer]

I carry while riding my Springer. Colt 1908 .380. Its flat and easily fits in a pocket.

 

[treehorses]

Kollin Is correct! I could have made it more clear, sorry. We will carry to & from and while off the bikes. (where legal) hope we don't shoot even off the bike.

 

[deckert]

My carry doesn't change a bit when I'm riding. I don't like tank bags and I think the idea of retrieving my CCW from a saddlebag at stops is a bad one.

I don't worry about an AD at all if I should fall... this just isn't a concern with a modern firearm and I'd rather have the gun WITH me if I'm separated from my scoot - as opposed to being in a tank or saddlebag.

Yes, I have to pay attention to "coverage" while I'm riding, but I have to do that any day anyway and it's not a problem.

 

[animalmother]

All the time. You never know when something might happen. Having a gun at home means nothing if you need it while out on your bike. Mostly carry a 637 and a Springfield XD 3-inch 9mm. Soon, I hope to add a Ruger LCP to the fold.

 

[ladder13]

Just don't EVER carry through NY State if you don't have a NY permit! If they find one in your possession, such as after an accident, you will probably be in jail charged with felony possession! They are totally unreasonable there.

Good advice, remember that.

 

[Andy Taylor]

A bit off topic but back in the day Indian would advertise to LE that the left hand throttle made their bikes better suited to police use as this made it easier to shoot while riding.

A shoulder rig works well when riding. wear a light shirt over the holster so you can remove the heavy motorcycle jacket at stops and still be concealed.

 

[500 Magnum Nut]

Yes, a cell phone and a pistol or revolver are always on me.

I never figured how to draw on the bike, but if I can get the bike stopped then the draw would be easy!

 

[Super Trucker]

The 642 in a pants pocket would be good, I carry a 340 that way on the bike. As far as states that don't allow me to carry, I go around them, it usually adds another couple hours to your road trip and you are not contributing any money (gas/food) in a crappy state. I had a good friend break ribs 2 years ago due to his gun being in his vest when he went down. I recommend below the waist carry while riding.

 

[Lenshappy]

I have for years where legal

Smitty!!!?!?!?

 

[Electraclyde]

I do have a leather vest with pockets inside on both sides. If only one gun is carried, the vest is lopsided unless you can place equal weight on the other side to compensate, or just carry a J-frame on each side.

 

[treehorses]

Originally posted by Electraclyde:
I do have a leather vest with pockets inside on both sides. If only one gun is carried, the vest is lopsided unless you can place equal weight on the other side to compensate, or just carry a J-frame on each side.

Now you're talkin'.

 

[morsecode]

Oh...sorry, you said concealed carry.

 

[Drail]

Morsecode, I love that setup. Now you need a Tshirt that says "Honk if you've never seen a Winchester fired from a moving motorcycle!"

 

[Sportsterguy]

As stated before the LEAST of my worries if I am involved in an accident is my weapon firing. Carry mine (model 36) in a Don Hume IWB inside left inner jacket pocket while riding. Always ride with a jacket after laying it down and skidding about 35 yds. on my side (A--) in Fl. Lost some prime ham on that one, but nothing up top thanks to my jacket and helmet. If I'm going to be off the bike for awhile simply take it out and slip it under my shirt indicreetly
As far as legal carry in no recep states I travel through I slap it in my T-Bag and I'm good to go.
Follow up. Have purchased a HBE Leatherworks Pro TL tuckable IWB. Now have much better accets to it and no worries on how I'm carrying.

 

[treehorses]

I thought that was my Fatboy in the pic. Same bags. To update since I last posted on this thread, we have ridden all summer thru 4 states
and I carry every day & the days on the Bike around home. Some times Pocket holsters, inner WB, outer WB, loose in tactical vest pocket (good motocycle/gun duty garment), & either a .45 or a .38 or a 9mm

 

[2hawk]

OUCH! Get better fast, Keith. And check out the springer good before you hit the road again, they're a little more sensitive than tube forks ('96 Badboy here).

At least you had the good sense to stack it at the end of the season, winter by the fire is a good time to rest the bones (joints, ligaments, etc.) Stay Safe!

 

[spearcrow]

Sounds like you've got an understanding wife...not selling it while you were out of commission. Wonder what she thinks about this ordeal? Sorry, I just couldn't resist!