Rifle carry on a motorcycle

[kastles]

Hey everyone, new guy here. My car died and i need a way to get to the range. Does anyone here ride their motorcyle to the range? Is there a dragbag with backpack staps low enough on it to be able to sit? Thanks and love this site.

kastles

 

[rero360]

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I use a soft guitar case to transport my AR or 10/22 while on the motorcycle, just use one of the shoulder straps and sling it across your back so the case is at an angle, unless you're tossing a .50 cal rifle or something else thats super long you shouldn't have to worry about it sticking out to either side and catching on stuff or causing weird wind drag.

 

[kastles]

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I had thought of using a guitar case but in Canada that would fall under the "Concealed Weapon" catagory. My options are limited to a "gun" bag. If I ride with just the rifle across my back people freak and call the cops and my riding style is usually over the limit.

 

[Ghogs Nightmare]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kastles</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I had thought of using a guitar case but in Canada that would fall under the "Concealed Weapon" catagory. My options are limited to a "gun" bag. If I ride with just the rifle across my back people freak and call the cops and my riding style is usually over the limit.

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If thats the case just twist that right wrist a little more an they wont be able to tell what was on the back of that blurr that just went by

. What sort of bike are you riding? Might help to gauge what sort of space you have to work with.

 

[264win]

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i usually resorted to taking the barrel/action apart and stowing them in a good backpac . rode a few times with a reg rifle case with shoulder strap , the looks i got were priceless .

 

[padronanniversary]

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just use a sling and strap that mofo to your back and open carry !!!

 

[phlii]

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[BECKS7]

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PM sent

 

[33choptop]

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Even down here in the South...I would not make it half way across town without being pulled over.

 

[MountainMan2]

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I have been considering something like this for a while.

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[OFIS]

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EPIC WIN
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[LoneWolfUSMC]

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Me? I like using my legs too much to risk breaking my back over a rifle.

I think I would just borrow/rent a car or truck.

Remeber, there are two types of riders. Those who have gone down and those who will.

 

[knifenix]

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Amen on that one lone wolf!

 

[Switchblade]

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It is legal in most states to carry a rifle as shown in the above picture so long as the bolt or other moving pieces are removed from teh receiver. Yes, you may be pulled over, but legal is legal so long as one has the working action so the weapon will not function. I was contemplating carring one of mine from NY to TN but Panty 6 said, and I quote,"No Fucking WAY! Are you HIGH!?" Believe me when I say not one of my string of,"but, but, but..." worked. I even showed her the black and white, and was ready to print it all up for the eventual LEO who would stop me.

 

[Pat M]

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I use to use a duffle bag, rifle would stick out so i had a long foot sock over the end. Use to drive out of Seattle to North Bend or Granite Falls (PITA), now i live on the dry side (HAPPY)

 

[zenbiker]

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I use a drag bag with shoulder straps, balance the butt of the bag/stock on the seat behind. It will stick up in the wind, but no worse than a passenger. If you don't have a CCW, (and, arguably, even if you do), remove the bolt/mags, carry ammo in a separate pocket of the bag, compartment on the bike, or other pouch. Don't drive stupid, you'll just be asking for trouble.

 

[ganyana]

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Gun Bag held across handle bars with bungee chords. Ride to the shotgun club every wednesday like that! (cannot go to the pistol club on the bike at the weekend becasue I have too much kit!)

 

[sniperdude]

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eagle or blackhawk make their drag bags with reversable back pack straps, but I dont think they will be low enough for you to sit unless you tilt it a little

 

[He Shoot Me]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Me? I like using my legs too much to risk breaking my back over a rifle.

I think I would just borrow/rent a car or truck.

Remeber, there are two types of riders. Those who have gone down and those who will. </div></div>

Sissy ....

-Pat

 

[Graham]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kastles</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey everyone, new guy here. My car died and i need a way to get to the range. Does anyone here ride their motorcyle to the range? Is there a dragbag with backpack staps low enough on it to be able to sit? Thanks and love this site. kastles </div></div>Bad idea. Ambitious; you get credit for that. But a bad idea.

 

[DogboneS]

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[Chiller]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: phlii</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

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Not in a month of Sunday's....and we have open carry law....

 

[CANAVAR]

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Sell the motorcycle and fix the car.. problem solved

 

[mikeyz250]

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I think the one with the ak on his back is great just dont keep it loaded because you will get pulled over

 

[BFD711]

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Riding with a gun plus gear bag seems pretty crazy to me. Besides, when you crash, you don't want to ruin your rifle/scope too. Most riders get hit because cars don't see them, but I think people would definately take notice if you had the rifle slung on your back.

 

[txpathfinder]

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I strap mine to the side with a drag bag resting on the passenger foot peg and saddle bag strapped with lots of bungie cords.

 

[zenbiker]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Graham</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kastles</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey everyone, new guy here. My car died and i need a way to get to the range. Does anyone here ride their motorcyle to the range? Is there a dragbag with backpack staps low enough on it to be able to sit? Thanks and love this site. kastles </div></div>Bad idea. Ambitious; you get credit for that. But a bad idea.

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Not clear on the "bad idea" thing. I use a motorcycle for most of my transportation; as a motorcyclist, I should be able to carry a cased rifle with no problem, and I do. Never been hassled. Even had a State Trooper smile at me at a checkpoint look at the bag and ask "If I had a fiddle in there" with a smile. Again, you have to either have a CCW or demonstrate good faith compliance with carrying ammo in a separate compartment and have the fire controls of the weapon removed. Observe the traffic laws, don't ride like a jerk, and you'll be fine.

BTW, the last time I did this was with a Colt .22 Trainer I picked up from my class III dealer; I bungeed the whole box stamped COLT FIREARMS on all sides and rode I8 for 100+ miles in broad dayligth, no problem.

 

[SmokeRolls]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: phlii</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

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That is cool!!!....I would love to follow beside you to film all the freaked out liberals as they scramble for their cell phone to call 911.....hahahahaha......SmokeRolls

 

[SmokeRolls]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kastles</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey everyone, new guy here. My car died and i need a way to get to the range. Does anyone here ride their motorcyle to the range? Is there a dragbag with backpack staps low enough on it to be able to sit? Thanks and love this site.
kastles</div></div>
I have this Blackhawk rifle case / shooters matt which is a fantastic backpack for any long rifle/ carbine, shotgun, 50 cal. The ends can be folded in on itself and then it looks like a discreet carry case (No rifle signature) that is reversable back pack (Carry rifle up or down).
http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Long-Gun-Pack-Mat-wHawkTex,698,1396.htm
I also have the Blackhawk sniper drag bag.. It's sweet but it's not hard to figure out whats in it and the length is fixed...
Good luck with your search.....SmokeRolls

 

[sjohnny]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bioyatexas</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have rode back and forth to the range here with m4 slung over shoulder, range gear stuffed into the saddle bags and get pulled over both times. I ask why I was pulled over and they said DUH, I said whats your probable cause??? I inform them this is Texas and if they want to cite or arrest me lets do it, Ask if I am free to go, they always say yes without touching my shit!!! </div></div>
And in Texas you can leave the bolt and the ammo in the gun.

 

[Pat M]

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4wheel's talking about taking guns on bikes is like bald guys (like myself) talking about hair care products and hair dryers.

I've taken many a pistol, shotgun, rifle for a ride to the range or scouting on the mountains,,, it makes them happy.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: He_Shoot _Me</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sissy ....

-Pat </div></div>

Gone skipping down the pavement once before. Not anxious to try it again. If I had a rifle on my back that time, I probably wouldn't be walking (or riding) today.

Everyone likes to think about the ride. Preparing for the possible crash will get you home alive.

Ask any experienced rider, they will tell you "ride like they are trying to kill you". You may be the best rider in the world. Eventually your number will be up and you will hit the ground.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: bioyatexas</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> I inform them this is Texas and if they want to cite or arrest me lets do it, Ask if I am free to go, they always say yes without touching my shit!!! </div></div>

Be very careful. I too despise officers who don't take the time to learn the law they are sworn to enforce. However, poking the tiger is never wise. Rarely have I seen anyone on the road who is 100% compliant with their state's vehicle code. Roadside inspections can be VERY expensive if an encounter becomes a dick measuring contest. You more than likely will loose the encounter.

BTW, I am pretty certain that even in Texas an officer only requires REASONABLE SUSPICION to stop you. Not PROBABLE CAUSE. Depending on the information he had at the time he may have had reason to believe that you were involved in criminal activity. Especially since strapping on a M4 and hitting the road is VERY out of the ordinary.

Bottom line is don't draw attention to yourself. If you do, then be polite. If not, make sure you have a lawyer on retainer. It will only be slightly more expensive than a stack of tickets.

 

[Pat M]

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LoneWolf,, "Bottom line is don't draw attention to yourself."

I hope your not saying that we should all be good Sheeple.

 

[He Shoot Me]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: He_Shoot _Me</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sissy ....

-Pat </div></div>

Gone skipping down the pavement once before. Not anxious to try it again. If I had a rifle on my back that time, I probably wouldn't be walking (or riding) today.

Everyone likes to think about the ride. Preparing for the possible crash will get you home alive.

Ask any experienced rider, they will tell you "ride like they are trying to kill you". You may be the best rider in the world. Eventually your number will be up and you will hit the ground. </div></div>

LW,

You know I was just razzin ya. I've been riding since I was a kid. Everything from dirt bikes, 3&4 wheelers, (LOL nothing else to do when I was a kid besides riding and shooting Jack Rabbits) to rice rockets x2. And yes, you are spot on with "ride like they are trying to kill you" I've always had it in my head that they NEVER see you and I'm convinced it's made me a better driver today. I've also dug my share of dirt and asphalt out of my hide as well. Hahahaha Matter of fact, I almost took a nice digger during deer season when my buddy talked me into hoping on a dirt bike and I thought I would just start getting down like I USE to be able to do. (Thought it would be fun to harass a coyote for a minute...dumb-ass) I no longer own a street bike but still carry a class M1 on my drivers license, and have no idea why..... Hahahaha I guess there's still hope for me after all.

-Pat

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Pat M</div><div class="ubbcode-body">LoneWolf,, "Bottom line is don't draw attention to yourself."

<span style="font-weight: bold">I hope your not saying that we should all be good Sheeple. </span></div></div>

I am pretty sure I didn't state that anywhere. However doing things that will most certainly bring about the attention of law enforcement will not only waste your time, but it will waste the
limited resources they have.

 

[9H_Cracka]

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There are some pretty good ideas here:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNeLtI6EBHM

 

[He Shoot Me]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Bottom line is don't draw attention to yourself. </span>If you do, then be polite. If not, make sure you have a lawyer on retainer. It will only be slightly more expensive than a stack of tickets.

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Someone has stolen your identity and has gotten loose in the "Hide"

-Pat

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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I clarified in bold.

 

[AUJohn]

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Never strap anything on handlebars!
Bad news. Clip a mirror, have someone skim you and you are off and in real trouble.