Two vehicles tried to force me off the road

Discussion in 'TR650' started by bikehunter, Dec 5, 2013.

  1. bikehunter Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Hampshire
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    Strada 650
    Other Motorcycles:
    Harley, bmw, moto guzzi
    Oh the gun, well if you are caught even with a water pistol that looks like a replica you get min 5 years in prison. So much for protecting the inocent.
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  2. reveille Husqvarna
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    Location:
    Northern Illinois
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    2014 FE501
    Other Motorcycles:
    2015 300 XC W
    I think they call that tyranny. Makes it very easy for ill willed people to prey on others. Just glad you made it through OK.
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  3. firecrotch Husqvarna
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    Location:
    north bend, wa
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2009 wr300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2007 ktm 950SM
    had something kind of similar happen in desert outside of Las Vegas July '93.
    Driving my dads rx7 back from phx some thugs passed me on open freeway in a beat up Ford escort and slowed down to look over the rx7 then sized me up,,,they signaled for me to roll down the window and asked if I was from Washington(as I had those plates on)They then pulled n front of me and tried slowing me down to get me to stop. I promptly downshifted and passed them. What they didn't know was in the truck in front of me my was dad was driving and we where talking with cb's. They tried it again and me and my dad coordinated and closed the gap so they couldnt try and force me to slow down. Instead the had to pass us both and almost got in a head on with a semi.
    We stopped in Tonopah to have one of those "phew" moments, Sure enough it happened all over again. These guys where professionals waiting for me somewhere and theres a lot of desert out there. The whole episode happened again with them and me and my dad playing deathwish 2000,
    This time I think they made the connection we where driving in a coordinated pair and they stopped their car in the middle of the desert and turned right around.
  4. Motosportz CH Sponsor

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    Wow, WTF is wrong with people.
  5. firecrotch Husqvarna
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    Location:
    north bend, wa
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2009 wr300
    Other Motorcycles:
    2007 ktm 950SM
    I know its crazy to think about it because theres lots of desert out there. They could have killed me, stuffed my body and taken the car. Probably wouldnt have been discovered for another 100 years. I remember back then its was a solid 5 hours driving of just absolutely nothing. Not sure what its like now though
  6. nev.. Terrarist

    Location:
    Greensborough, Australia
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    '13 TR650 Terra
    Other Motorcycles:
    '14 XT1200ZE

    I know what you mean ! It's "Death Race 2000", not Deathwish 2000.
  7. RuggedExposure Now with more rugged!

    Location:
    BFE
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    Terra 650
    Other Motorcycles:
    '08 Meanstreak 1600, '95 DR350
    .44 mag with 240gr+P+ does miracles for an engine
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    Or you can be quiet and sneaky with your silenced .45 auto:
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    The 7" AR with or without silencer will strap on the side of the bike just fine:
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    Or if you really want to take charge in the situation bring your SPAS 12. Semi auto 12 gauge goodness with 8 shots fired in under 2 seconds. These shotguns were actually made to be fired with one arm (with the factory hook) so theoretically you can fire this from your bike while riding.
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    (They're also good for hunting velociraptors):
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    Oh wait, I just saw that you're not in 'Merica. Good luck getting a firearm... get a bat I guess.

    I'm glad my commute is mainly through empty desert with no traffic. But I never leave the house without a sidearm, especially living only 2 miles from the Mexican border.

    In all seriousness though, I am a firm believer that you do not pull your firearm until you are ready to use it. Guns are not intended to be used for bluffing or intimidation, and that guy on the receiving end might be crazy/skilled enough to relieve you of your firearm and you'd really be up the creek. It's always better to have the element of surprise on your adversary, so don't reveal that you have a firearm until you need it.

    And if you actually intend to carry for self defense, get something reliable and easy to train with.


    Yes, all of the above pictured firearms are mine, but I don't carry any of them regularly on the Terra. I typically carry a Glock 21 (with or without silencer).
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  8. dangslow Husqvarna
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    Location:
    St. George, UT
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TR650 Terra and a TE310
    Tennis racket..................I never leave home without it.

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    What's that you say?...................You want to play?

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    Games over, MOFO !!

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  9. fredd Husqvarna
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    2016 kx 450f
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  10. bikehunter Husqvarna
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    Location:
    Hampshire
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    Strada 650
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    Harley, bmw, moto guzzi
    Must admit the gun with the silencer seems to be the one for me:)
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  11. Lewis Husqvarna
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    Location:
    Western Maryland
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    none at the moment
    Other Motorcycles:
    1989 Yam FZR600, 2018 Kaw Z900RS
    Where is that SPAS 12 gauge available? I have been looking to upgrade my pump action 12 to a semi. I had been eyeing a Saiga, but I live in MD and it is no longer legal to buy one. I did learn I could buy an AKDAL semi 12 because it is not based on a platform that is outlawed. Makes no sense to me, but I would love to find out if I could buy that SPAS. I love that 44 by the way. I make do with a Chiappa Rhino 357 with a 2" barrel for easy stowage.
  12. Lewis Husqvarna
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    Western Maryland
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    none at the moment
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    1989 Yam FZR600, 2018 Kaw Z900RS
    Just to clarify, looking for a magazine fed 12G semi auto.
  13. mag00 Husqvarna
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    Tucson
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    Terra, Strada
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    XR250 R1100RS CH50
    Is this the shotgun you are looking for?

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  14. RuggedExposure Now with more rugged!

    Location:
    BFE
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    Terra 650
    Other Motorcycles:
    '08 Meanstreak 1600, '95 DR350
    I paid the price and got my Spas 12 from GunBroker.com. They were banned for import to the US in the early 90's, so only 1850 or so made it in before that. If you can find one in good shape you'll pay dearly.
  15. Fast1 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Minneapolis, MN
    The spas 12 won't handle 3" mag loads.. you could do as some have and purchase a Browning AR5 and add a nordic tube extension to give more capacity which is capable of the 3" loads but a Belgium made AR5 won't come cheap. Barrels also swap out quickly for intended purpose.

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  16. Mike-AK Husqvarna
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    Alaska
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    2012 TE 310
    Nothing beats an M870 when it comes to shotties. You can turn them into just about anything you want with all the accessories that are available for them and they are stone reliable. They always go bang when you need them to.
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  17. Xcuvator Husqvarna
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    yes
    I have a M870 Marine Magnum that used to be in the boat at all times for protection and the general population control of "sea wolves".
    3" 00 buckshot. :thumbsup:
  18. reveille Husqvarna
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    Northern Illinois
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    2014 FE501
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    2015 300 XC W
    Mossberg 590A1 does my protective duties and my 870 wing master drops the birds.:thumbsup:
  19. drzcharlie Husqvarna
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    Location:
    Fayetteville, Arkansas with my Redheaded Mistress
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    TR650 Terra
    Other Motorcycles:
    Burgman 650 (The Barcolounger)
    I have three Ruger LG -431's. One in my Tank Bag, one on my person most of the time and one in my car.
  20. Motosportz CH Sponsor

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    I just bought a drone to follow me around.
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