Are you a ROAD BULLY when driving your Z?

kenchan · 08-14-2013, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

The best revenge I ever heard of was a guy who slowed down to follow a group of six bikers who were riding three abreast. He turned on his hazards like he was part of their crew. They finally stopped at a cafe, and he pretended to drive off. He parked around the corner, and while they were inside, he let the air out of all their tires. He left several of these laying on the ground next to the bikes

hahaha.

best revenge for me was watching a biker ride through a stop sign and getting pulled over by a sheriff. lol

Mt Tam I am · 08-14-2013, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

mr.jar- lol... i remember a story on cnn where some guy had an altercation with a cyclist. he slammed his brakes in front of the dumb arse bikers, and the bikers smashed into the guy's car.

the driver was sentenced to jail.

I thought if you rear ended anyone it was your fault regardless. Once again a protected class emerges.

We just had a biker sentenced for killing a pedestrian in a crosswalk. Most thought the bike would get off Scott free. Hooray for justice (sorry about poor individual).

coolvans1988 · 08-14-2013, 01:32 PM

I just prefer to go a bit faster than the traffic flow. I rather be in front than behind some dumb drivers. But when i am in front, i try to not go as fast or noticeable for a speed trap. Thats my daily routine

kenchan · 08-14-2013, 02:41 PM

bikers in chicago are huge and wont fit between two cars...

NismoZ70 · 08-14-2013, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

bikers in chicago are huge and wont fit between two cars...

That is true.

They're more about the big Harleys and not the sport bikes like I've seen out here. Don't think they would be fitting on a sport bike.

kenchan · 08-14-2013, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by NismoZ70

That is true.

They're more about the big Harleys and not the sport bikes like I've seen out here. Don't think they would be fitting on a sport bike.

yep! funny how they get away with them loud hogs and complain about import car fart cans. lol

PapoZalsa · 08-14-2013, 07:49 PM

I'm an aggressive driver doesn't matter if I'm driving my Ranger, daughter's Versa. wife's SUV or my Z. Is my style of driving not the vehicle.

I have been nailed in my Ranger and wife's SUV, none on the Z knock on wood!

SharkBite · 08-14-2013, 08:44 PM

Occaisonally.
Gotta hoon when you gotta hoon.

ElVee · 08-15-2013, 10:27 AM

I will say, I give extra leeway to motorcyclists. I respect their choice to get out of the cage. And yes, some people think motorcyclists are asshats with how they ride (and some are!), but quite often they ride like they do for their own protection. I.e. lane splitting in Cali, faster accel off lights when they're in front, etc. Too many idiot car drivers out there. I'd rather not be one of them, and I give motorcycles plenty of space and courtesy. It's somewhat empathetic, as I'd appreciate the same being given to me when I ride.

Pedestrians and bicyclists I also don't mess with.

For the latter two, I don't want to make a mistake or mistake in judgement or even give the chance of a vehicular manslaughter/assault being slapped on my record. As the driver of the larger, more dangerous vehicle, I do have extra responsibility to not wield it as a weapon, either as a feigned or actual threat. If pedestrians or bicyclists are doing something bad, I'll honk at them, maybe yell out my window what the problem is, and move on.

Lord knows, bicyclists are at least more active and healthier than I. Who am I to criticize?

Oh, and I flash and allow 18-wheelers into lanes on the freeway when they want to, because, well, they're friggin' bigger than me and can kill me if they make a mistake. And it's satisfying to get a thank you flash of the running lights.

kenchan · 08-15-2013, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by ElVee

I will say, I give extra leeway to motorcyclists. I respect their choice to get out of the cage. And yes, some people think motorcyclists are asshats with how they ride (and some are!), but quite often they ride like they do for their own protection. I.e. lane splitting in Cali, faster accel off lights when they're in front, etc. Too many idiot car drivers out there. I'd rather not be one of them, and I give motorcycles plenty of space and courtesy. It's somewhat empathetic, as I'd appreciate the same being given to me when I ride.

Pedestrians and bicyclists I also don't mess with.

For the latter two, I don't want to make a mistake or mistake in judgement or even give the chance of a vehicular manslaughter/assault being slapped on my record. As the driver of the larger, more dangerous vehicle, I do have extra responsibility to not wield it as a weapon, either as a feigned or actual threat. If pedestrians or bicyclists are doing something bad, I'll honk at them, maybe yell out my window what the problem is, and move on.

Lord knows, bicyclists are at least more active and healthier than I. Who am I to criticize?

Oh, and I flash and allow 18-wheelers into lanes on the freeway when they want to, because, well, they're friggin' bigger than me and can kill me if they make a mistake. And it's satisfying to get a thank you flash of the running lights.

youareaverypassivetype...

ElVee · 08-15-2013, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

youareaverypassivetype...

LOL! That and I drive in the midwest. There are aggressive drivers here, but it's nothing like a real urban tangle.

But yes, I am pretty passive, but only because I see little reason to be a **** on the road. I have a sporty car that is rare, usually have my windows open, a vanity plate, etc. I'd hate to piss off the wrong person who has less to lose than I who ends up seeing my car elsewhere and getting revenge. I don't want to be one of those keyed car threads on here.

I pretty much just give the **** treatment to those who do it first.

kenchan · 08-15-2013, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by ElVee

LOL! That and I drive in the midwest. There are aggressive drivers here, but it's nothing like a real urban tangle.

But yes, I am pretty passive, but only because I see little reason to be a **** on the road. I have a sporty car that is rare, usually have my windows open, a vanity plate, etc. I'd hate to piss off the wrong person who has less to lose than I who ends up seeing my car elsewhere and getting revenge. I don't want to be one of those keyed car threads on here.

I pretty much just give the **** treatment to those who do it first.

aka...morematuretype...

mag_black · 08-14-2013, 09:22 PM

I'm a nice driver; I only get aggressive when there is some ******* driving around and cutting people off, then I hit A-Mode and give them a taste of their on medicine.

critical · 08-15-2013, 02:49 AM

every time I'm nice and let a car in they're the worst driver ever. i drive like 2mph in parking lots, but on the street i like to be first

Haboob · 08-15-2013, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by NismoZ70

I've been in LA area for the last few days for work and I seriously don't understand bikers here in being able to drive between cars wherever they go. That's not the case in IL. I've seen plenty of crazed bikers driving around, cutting people off, weaving in and out of traffic and narrowly getting between cars while going well above the speed limit on the highway. I know its legal here in CA to drive between cars like that and apparently its even a question on the written exam but it just seems crazy. It was a madhouse yesterday on the 10 heading into LA with these idiots. Is there a high rate of biker accidents in CA? I don't see how there wouldn't be with people like this and people changing lanes without seeing a biker. It's definitely a different aspect in driving then what we have in the Chicago area.

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Originally Posted by luigi90210

Bike accidents are definitely lower in Cali when compared to the rest of the US but I guess because its legal here, bikers don't feel the need to be asshats about lane splitting as opposed to other bikers in other states.

We do have our fair share of squids though who weave in and out of traffic.
EDIT: looks like you're talking about the squids XD

Most of the bikers I know don't do that since its legal.

Also its legal because it makes sense, bikes are at a higher risk when sitting in traffic as opposed to cars and it helps with traffic decongestion. Just think about it, that's one less vehicle in front of you.

I don't really think it helps with congestion. They already get free passes in the HOV lane. Lane splitting does nothing but startle drivers and cause potentially more accidents, or damage to cars.

I almost ran one over, because I was startled by this loud bike flying between cars.

Usually I'll hug the line on the drivers side to prevent any of that when I'm in Cali.

It's the most retarded "legal" thing there.

08-14-2013, 07:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
PapoZalsa A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Not in Sunny Florida Posts: 6,358 Drives: 16 Nismo w/Tech Pack Rep Power: 4500	I'm an aggressive driver doesn't matter if I'm driving my Ranger, daughter's Versa. wife's SUV or my Z. Is my style of driving not the vehicle. I have been nailed in my Ranger and wife's SUV, none on the Z knock on wood! __________________ 2009 370Z MB Base w/Sport Package 6MT Modshack's Custom Air Intakes /3M Clear Bra/ Illuminated Kick Plates / F. I CBE w/12" resonators / EVO-R Front Lip / Rear Hatch Wing / Tein S-Tech Springs /Ilegal Tint in the Rep. of VA/4x20mm Z1 Spacers/ Vinyl Roof/Liquid Carbon Designs

08-14-2013, 08:44 PM	#8 (permalink)
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08-15-2013, 10:27 AM	#9 (permalink)
ElVee Track Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Iowa Posts: 750 Drives: 13 370z 7at t+s grey Rep Power: 17	I will say, I give extra leeway to motorcyclists. I respect their choice to get out of the cage. And yes, some people think motorcyclists are asshats with how they ride (and some are!), but quite often they ride like they do for their own protection. I.e. lane splitting in Cali, faster accel off lights when they're in front, etc. Too many idiot car drivers out there. I'd rather not be one of them, and I give motorcycles plenty of space and courtesy. It's somewhat empathetic, as I'd appreciate the same being given to me when I ride. Pedestrians and bicyclists I also don't mess with. For the latter two, I don't want to make a mistake or mistake in judgement or even give the chance of a vehicular manslaughter/assault being slapped on my record. As the driver of the larger, more dangerous vehicle, I do have extra responsibility to not wield it as a weapon, either as a feigned or actual threat. If pedestrians or bicyclists are doing something bad, I'll honk at them, maybe yell out my window what the problem is, and move on. Lord knows, bicyclists are at least more active and healthier than I. Who am I to criticize? Oh, and I flash and allow 18-wheelers into lanes on the freeway when they want to, because, well, they're friggin' bigger than me and can kill me if they make a mistake. And it's satisfying to get a thank you flash of the running lights. Leadfoot, luigi90210 and Ghostvette like this.

08-14-2013, 09:22 PM	#13 (permalink)
mag_black A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,400 Drives: 09 370Z MT6 Rep Power: 667	I'm a nice driver; I only get aggressive when there is some ******* driving around and cutting people off, then I hit A-Mode and give them a taste of their on medicine. __________________ fujimura ≠ abbeyRoadCompany ≠ fastIntentions ≠ motordyne ≠ avantGarde ≠ ecutek ≠ nismo ≠ stillen ≠ stoptech ≠ gtm ≠ spl ≠ carbonfiberelement ≠ stance™

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critical A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Washington Posts: 1,252 Drives: 09' 370z 7AT Rep Power: 16	every time I'm nice and let a car in they're the worst driver ever. i drive like 2mph in parking lots, but on the street i like to be first luigi90210 likes this. __________________ Quaife w/ gears \|Stillen Gen 3\|SOLD FI Resonated Test Pipes \|SOLD FI 18'' \| 25row Stillen Race \| Progress 35mm/25mm sways \| Swifts/Koni\|Volk G25's\| Stoptech SS lines\|\|SPL Front/Rear Arms\|

08-14-2013, 01:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
coolvans1988 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NA Posts: 402 Drives: 2013 370z PW A/T Rep Power: 13	I just prefer to go a bit faster than the traffic flow. I rather be in front than behind some dumb drivers. But when i am in front, i try to not go as fast or noticeable for a speed trap. Thats my daily routine

08-14-2013, 02:41 PM	#4 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	bikers in chicago are huge and wont fit between two cars...

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