Comments on: Transporting a Gun on Your Motorcycle.

By: Norman Gregory Fernandez

Norman Gregory Fernandez — Sat, 31 Dec 2016 12:48:42 +0000

In reply to Joshua Little. My vest has a gun pocket as well. It is difficult to get a CCW in CA. Another issue if you are going to carry between states or even within some states is making sure it is legal to carry. When in doubt, secure per article. Norman

By: Joshua Little

Joshua Little — Fri, 30 Dec 2016 22:34:44 +0000

In the state of texas is it legal, thanks to TMRA mainly, that we can carry a gun on ourselve loaded and ready just not in plain view. Not sure how this has changed since the open carry law was passed. Most riders here have small pockets in there vest that they conceal in. they are usually perfect for .380’s.

By: rowbear

rowbear — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 03:17:32 +0000

To tom, are you f’ING serious? Clip/ magazine. Please. Yes you are absolutely 100% correct but WHO CARES. we know what people mean when you hear clip. Are you really that guy. You add nothing and sound like a twerp by even commenting you respose. So is it cement or concrete. Is it tomato or tomatoe. So you my Niger or nigga (soft ‘r’). Please. Guns, girls (gals) and gin. Support your local 81.

By: Tom

Tom — Mon, 09 May 2016 12:05:57 +0000

I’m sorry to nit-pick but the misuse of the term, “clip” here is surprising and reveals that the author doesn’t really know much about firearms. They are NOT clips. They are magazines. Anyone who has any knowledge of firearms knows that. Magazines have springs that force rounds into the action of a firearm. If there’s a spring in it, it’s a magazine. Clips, on the other hand have no spring in it. They are used to load rounds INTO a magazine which is usually permanently installed in the firearm’s action. An example of a firearm that uses a clip is the M1 Garand. There are not many firearms that use clips and most are of very old design. Virtually all semi-auto firearms these days use magazines, not clips. This misuse of the term “clip” is irritating to anyone who knows about firearms and I was surprised to see it here. When someone is writing about the laws involving firearms, you would think they should understand the basic terminology involved.

By: Neal Caffrey

Neal Caffrey — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 04:53:56 +0000

I have read your post. It’s obviously informative. If you do keep a gun in the home, it’s vital to keep it from sight and out associated with reach of kids. The gun ought to be kept locked and unloaded, and also the ammunition should be saved separately.

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By: Charles Arkle

Charles Arkle — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 23:12:38 +0000

First off thank you for the very informative writing. I will definitely follow your recommendations on my motorcycle trip to and from Tenn.
Secondly I would like to comment as I have to the NRA when I stopped paying my dues. They, the NRA have done nothing that permits us to protect ourselves or our families throughout the USA while traveling, ie: Federal LTC or a reciprocal agreement in ALL 50 States.
I have a LTC Large Capacity in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts which most likely has the most stringent weapon carry laws in the US. I would think that a good enough reason for ALL states to accept my LTC.
Thank you

By: Peter

Peter — Wed, 23 Jul 2014 01:53:57 +0000

The motorcycle is a motor vehicle. The interstate transportation law is clearly stated.The gun has to be unloaded. No taking apart needed.Bullets and gun could be in the same case which does not need a lock if you put it in your LOCKABLE trunk. If you have a non-lockable saddle then the gun has to be in a lockable case.

Yeah if you feel safer take the gun apart in a million pieces and transport one at a time.

By: Norman Gregory Fernandez

Norman Gregory Fernandez — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 05:59:55 +0000

In reply to Christopher Campbell. I would recommend getting a magnetic tank bag and using separate locking boxes for the gun and ammo, which would be locked separately, and then put in the tank bag. You can always go for a CCW as well. Norm

By: Christopher Campbell

Christopher Campbell — Sun, 25 Aug 2013 16:08:25 +0000

Hello I know no one has recently visited this subject. I am a tennessee licensed gun permit holder. I don’t ride a Harley, I’m more of a super sport street bike rider. While most times you know there are not many of us traveling long periods of time on our bikes. I live by two state lines AR and MS. Usually there are no saddle bag on these bikes how do you recommend travel for our type of bikes.

By: LUCKY DUPUY

LUCKY DUPUY — Sat, 25 May 2013 10:29:43 +0000

THIS WORKS WELL IN MISSISSIPPI IF ON THE NATCHEZ TRACE. I ROAD MY MOTORCYCLE TO THE GUN RANGE FOR THE FEDERAL LAW ENFORCER. CHECK THE NEW LAW THAT PERMITS MOTOR HOMES (MOTORCYCLES) TO HAVE A GUN IN THE STATE PARK. THE PURPOSE. I AM NOT SURE IF THIS IS TESTED IN THE LOCAL COURTS BUT THERE MAY BE A LOCAL JUDGE WHO WOULD PREVAIL IN HIS JURISDICTION SO I AM TOLD. NRA SAYS IT IS PRO-GUN. YOU KNOW MORE THAN ME. WE GO HUNTING VIA THE TRACE TO OUR CAMP. HE SAID LEAVE THE WEAPON UNARMED AND THE SHELLS SEPARATE. POACHERS ON THE TRACE SPOT LIGHTING DEER IS A GAME WARDEN’S WORST NIGHTMARE. IF WE HIT A DEER THE WARDEN COMES AND TAKES THE MEAT. YOU CANNOT END THE DEER’S MISERY. IT DOESN’T BELONG TO YOU BUT TO THE COMMONWEALTH PROTECTED UNDER NATIONAL PARKS.

By: Ron Allen

Ron Allen — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 19:39:41 +0000

In reply to Norman Gregory Fernandez. Norman, I made 3 handle bar mounted aluminum gun safes, and showed them at a local gun show but there wasn't enough interest in them to continue building them . I had them hand made at welding shop and had had o'ring grove machined in box for tight seal. The cost of each was around $300.00. If I would have had more interest or an investor, I would have had them cast with minimal machining which would bring cost well under $200.00. I have the drawings and pic of safe on my bike if anyone is interested in investing or purchasing provisional patent .

By: gunslinger4545

gunslinger4545 — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:23:12 +0000

good coverage of handguns, but what about long guns? in my van, i have carried up to 4 tactical rifles, & shotguns. but on the bike, it would only be one or two. still havent figured out safe mode of mounting, & carry. anyhelp would be appreciated. note thes would most likely be carried in state only on the bike,(florida), and i do have a concealed permit. thanks for the outstanding article

By: daryl hall

daryl hall — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 20:46:04 +0000

hi did some checking into states im crossing through and most want gun in one bag,ammmo in other that you cant open while operating bike ,2 states want ammmo locked also,ammo not in clips also , thank for information it help me alot and im still taking my gun

By: Norman Gregory Fernandez

Norman Gregory Fernandez — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 22:56:10 +0000

In reply to daryl hall. You should be OK if you have your gun locked in one bag, and the ammo in the other saddlebag. The big issue is accessibility. If I were you I would call an attorney in each state you are traveling in and see what they have to say. Norm