any problems with having license plate mounted

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MotoRaider

Discussion Starter · Mar 29, 2007

here? any problems from the police?

pic is from http://www.chicagolandsportbikes.com/index.php?page=tb3

I would like to fabricate something and install it the same way on my 955 speedy. Any DIY links or sites to purchase the parts? Thanks.

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cheapbastard

· #2 · Mar 29, 2007

mine is mounted similiar and I haven't had any problems...

although it could vary at all different locations, and heck, even officers. :violent1: ;D

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XTR

· #3 · Mar 29, 2007

TN requires that the plate be mounted at the rear of the vehicle, in a horizontal position, using at least 2 attachments.

That's and vert mounts on customs are easy way to get pulled over on a Sat night for a field sobriety test.

Just a thought, guess it really depends on where yoiu are.

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· #4 · Mar 29, 2007

I made my own. On my '06 the Iowa cop at the scene of the accident started giving me a difficult time about the mount. He didn't appreciate my sense of humor when I told him it was behind the tire before the SUV rear ended me.

For my new mount, I just cut a piece of sheet aluminum in an inverted "T" shape to hold the light and plate, then bent the tabs to use the passenger peg mount holes.

I haven't had any problems with law enforcement, and most sport bike guys set up their plates this way in the Denver area, that I've seen. However my friend just got pulled over last week for the placement of his plate. So I don't know maybe the winds of change are on us.

I say do, the worst that will happen is you get a fine, and I think it's $15. At which point, pay the fine, don't move it, and consider a finance fee for having a cool plate mount.

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dfib

· #5 · Mar 29, 2007

Mine's mounted in the same way and never had any problems from the LEOs. Even after getting pulled over. Might help knowing most of them though. ;D

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MrBiff2You

· #6 · Mar 29, 2007

I just had to make this decision - after speaking with a Long Beach Sergeant and Ducati rider, I mounted it under the taillight. He said that the CHP will use it as an excuse to ruin your day if you are on any fun roads. Note that I have Chain Reactions so the visibility to the plate is obstructed.

So here it just depends on whether it is the Highway Revenue Rangers looking to pinch you on a fun ride or a local PD.

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· #7 · Mar 30, 2007

Hey motoraider, the bike looks sweet...
Post a thread so we can hear that exhaust!!

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jdub3

· #8 · Mar 30, 2007

"On my '06 the Iowa cop at the scene of the accident started giving me a difficult time about the mount. He didn't appreciate my sense of humor when I told him it was behind the tire before the SUV rear ended me."

very nice!

my plate is in a similar spot....about 2 inches further forward. no problems (yet...damn't this better not be the cause of problems). i have a light on it as well so will deal with the po po when if/when it happens. i think most around here (chicago) are pretty cool (until i get popped for something) and wouldn't care or waste their time on such matters.

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tekmoe

· #9 · Mar 30, 2007

i just did some extensive research on this and based on texas law, the license plate needs to be at the rear of the bike with a light. i also believe the plate needs to be visible within 50 feet.

most sportbikes around here have the plate tucked so far up under the tail that you can't even barely see them. most don't have the light either.

i'm building me a new license plate mount once i get my new shaved tail... :devil:

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