Have I missed the memo where got are no allowed to fill up with fuel while sitting on the bike?
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I've seen people do it and always wondered why?
You've got to get off the bike anyway, and the last thing you want is petrol all over your bollocks.......... well, maybe not the LAST thing
why do you need to get off it?
you can pay at the pump now
It's something I've always done; just seems less of a faff to fill it up while sitting on it, and the tank is level.
Got the pump disabled after refusing to get off the bike this morning when I was filling it; was pay at pump and is normally hassle free (no lid off requests) but was told that it was legislation that you had to get off the bike to fill it.
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Quote from: DaveH on March 29, 2016, 10:26:18 AM
It's something I've always done; just seems less of a faff to fill it up whole sitting on it, and the tank is level.
Got the pump disabled after refusing to get off the bike this morning when I was filling it; was pay at pump and is normally hassle free (no lid off requests) but was told that it was legislation that you had to get off the bike to fill it.
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same here.
i also missed the memo then!
Looks like there was a memo... :oops:
http://www.righttoride.co.uk/top-issues/motorcycle/forecourt-rules/
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I always found it easier to fill up sitting on the bike too.
Legislation my arse. It's just that 'Oh look motorbike, must want to steal petrol' reaction. Completely baffling if it's a pay-at-the-pump too!
Same with making you take your helmet off (even though I always do anyway otherwise I can't hear a word people are saying).
Cockwombles.
The PELG guide says you"should" dismount not that you have to.
I always sit on mine. Never had an issue.
Yup, did try that tack when I was speaking to them, but the record was stuck on legislation.
It also only says that they can request, but nothing about what to do if they don't.
On a side note, from the links, seems that Kawasaki and Suzuki don't need to ;-)
Well...... if you were the sort of person who carried out risk assessments, then it's not unreasonable to suggest that fueling a bike whilst sat on it carries an increased and unnecessary risk.
I can see it from both sides. Just like wearing helmets: I'm not sure I'd be comfortable with someone entering my premises wearing a helmet.
As much as you think these people are being anti bike...... there's half a chance you're being over sensitive and should just do as you're bloody told.
innit
Should all passengers get out of a car then when you refuel it?
Petrol can go bang!
Always sat on the bike to fill up now. Just seems easier and less of a faff. Have had a couple of occasions when people have told me to get off the bike and had various reasons cited. The only real reason you get told to get off the bike is gobshite attendants that like telling people what to do when they are in a bad mood!
Frustratingly, I've had a few occasions in Manc where they try and make you pre-pay for fuel (on bikes only) because of all the scrotes that steal from them. The problem is that the stations aren't set up for pre-paying and you have to guess how much fuel you want. My answer of "a full tank" and a quick game of "I don't know mate, how many litres do you think it will hold?" normally causes enough confusion that I'm allowed to just go back and fill up my tank like a normal trusted member of society again.
as with everything else, it's the few that end up causing grief for the masses!
Quote from: The Wizard of MOz on March 29, 2016, 11:27:27 AM
Should all passengers get out of a car then when you refuel it?
Petrol can go bang!
Fair argument, but if there is a spark and you're sat on the bike, you're more likely to drench yourself and I don't think there's much chance you'd get away..... you've half a chance if you're stood by the bike, or if you're in a car and can jump out.
Seems to make sense to me.
Haven't had this one yet, can't see any difference risk wise if I'm on or off the bike tbh. They don't make all passengers get out of cars when they are filled up and I don't have a seatbelt or door to get in my way!
I try my best to avoid buying fuel from places that make me take my lid off.
Quote from: Gilby104 on March 29, 2016, 11:31:08 AM
as with everything else, it's the few that end up causing grief for the masses!
what....like you, stood there arguing for 5 minutes, when you could simply do as you're being asked and comply with their shitty rules on their shitty premises.
Ultimately, people don't like being told what to do.
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 29, 2016, 11:35:18 AM
Quote from: Gilby104 on March 29, 2016, 11:31:08 AM
as with everything else, it's the few that end up causing grief for the masses!
what....like you, stood there arguing for 5 minutes, when you could simply do as you're being asked and comply with their shitty rules on their shitty premises.
Ultimately, people don't like being told what to do.
Noooo, not like me.... I'm a saint. If I'm asked to get off the bike or take my lid off before I fill up I do without complaint (I would complain because I don't like being told what to do!). I do see the logic of getting off the bike to fuel it, despite not liking being asked to.
My issue is when I want a full tank of gas and I don't know how much that is. If there was a pre-pay system then it'd be fine, but there isn't.
I dont think I have ever got off to fill up if I'm honest...
In all my days on this planet I have never seen a Motorcycle on fire at a Petrol Station. Just saying.
And I will always sit on my bike filling up...because it's the way I have always done it...and I ain't changing it for no one. The End.
Just another example of Eurocrats in Brussels trying to undermine our fundamental right as Britons to sit astride our motorcycle whilst replenishing the tank.
This will all change when Boris becomes Prime Minister after Brexit.
Or not.
I have never filled up while on the bike and never understood the logic for doing so. Bike tanks are designed to be filled on the side stand, even if the bike has a centre stand.
Just don't see the benefir of doing so.
It's how they do it in the TT innit wiv the race bikes! If these petrol stations were worth their salt they'd do us bikers a visor swap and all!
Quote from: Gilby104 on March 29, 2016, 04:52:35 PM
It's how they do it in the TT innit wiv the race bikes! If these petrol stations were worth their salt they'd do us bikers a visor swap and all!
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: good point well made
More chance of spillage if a bike is tipped on its side...fact...do not dispute.
My opinion on this is the same as the helmet on / off while paying arguement.............life's too short.............
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 04:07:17 PM
In all my days on this planet I have never seen a Motorcycle on fire at a Petrol Station. Just saying.
And I will always sit on my bike filling up...because it's the way I have always done it...and I ain't changing it for no one. The End.
Doesn't mean it doesn't happen just cos you ain't seen it sunshine.
Neither have I mind....... But still......
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 29, 2016, 06:35:34 PM
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 04:07:17 PM
In all my days on this planet I have never seen a Motorcycle on fire at a Petrol Station. Just saying.
And I will always sit on my bike filling up...because it's the way I have always done it...and I ain't changing it for no one. The End.
Doesn't mean it doesn't happen just cos you ain't seen it sunshine.
Neither have I mind....... But still......
It's not of epidemic proportion that would justify such legislation...if it was a daily occurrence world wide I would accept it...but I have never seen...read...viewed on TV...on T'internet...nor heard of such an event..
Groan...
Not usually one to caused a fuss, next time I'll use a pump not in direct view.
Another time I had nipped in on the bike to get some milk, no fuel, and was told I had to take my helmet off despite being at the counter holding the milk and the money :huh:
Quote from: DaveH on March 29, 2016, 07:18:25 PM
Not usually one to caused a fuss, next time I'll use a pump not in direct view.
Another time I had nipped in on the bike to get some milk, no fuel, and was told I had to take my helmet off despite being at the counter holding the milk and the money :huh:
Do they make Burqa removal a requirement?
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 06:52:26 PM
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 29, 2016, 06:35:34 PM
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 04:07:17 PM
In all my days on this planet I have never seen a Motorcycle on fire at a Petrol Station. Just saying.
And I will always sit on my bike filling up...because it's the way I have always done it...and I ain't changing it for no one. The End.
Doesn't mean it doesn't happen just cos you ain't seen it sunshine.
Neither have I mind....... But still......
It's not of epidemic proportion that would justify such legislation...if it was a daily occurrence world wide I would accept it...but I have never seen...read...viewed on TV...on T'internet...nor heard of such an event..
Groan...
Well.... If you're ever unfortunate enough to be sat refuelling your bike as you spill petrol all over your balls, just as a random spark occurs........ Let the last image which goes through your mind be that of my chubby little face mouthing the words "I told you so"
For the record, I'd be inconsolable at the loss..... Albeit moderately smug
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 29, 2016, 07:28:28 PM
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 06:52:26 PM
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 29, 2016, 06:35:34 PM
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 04:07:17 PM
In all my days on this planet I have never seen a Motorcycle on fire at a Petrol Station. Just saying.
And I will always sit on my bike filling up...because it's the way I have always done it...and I ain't changing it for no one. The End.
Doesn't mean it doesn't happen just cos you ain't seen it sunshine.
Neither have I mind....... But still......
It's not of epidemic proportion that would justify such legislation...if it was a daily occurrence world wide I would accept it...but I have never seen...read...viewed on TV...on T'internet...nor heard of such an event..
Groan...
Well.... If you're ever unfortunate enough to be sat refuelling your bike as you spill petrol all over your balls, just as a random spark occurs........ Let the last image which goes through your mind be that of my chubby little face mouthing the words "I told you so"
For the record, I'd be inconsolable at the loss..... Albeit moderately smug
:azn:
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 07:28:05 PM
Quote from: DaveH on March 29, 2016, 07:18:25 PM
Not usually one to caused a fuss, next time I'll use a pump not in direct view.
Another time I had nipped in on the bike to get some milk, no fuel, and was told I had to take my helmet off despite being at the counter holding the milk and the money :huh:
Do they make Burqa removal a requirement?
Contraversial.
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 06:13:19 PM
More chance of spillage if a bike is tipped on its side...fact...do not dispute.
ha ha ha bollocks :azn:
Quote from: Green_Ninja on March 29, 2016, 07:47:49 PM
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 06:13:19 PM
More chance of spillage if a bike is tipped on its side...fact...do not dispute.
ha ha ha bollocks :azn:
Fact... ;)
Quote from: David W on March 29, 2016, 07:40:58 PM
Quote from: Alzo on March 29, 2016, 07:28:05 PM
Quote from: DaveH on March 29, 2016, 07:18:25 PM
Not usually one to caused a fuss, next time I'll use a pump not in direct view.
Another time I had nipped in on the bike to get some milk, no fuel, and was told I had to take my helmet off despite being at the counter holding the milk and the money :huh:
Do they make Burqa removal a requirement?
Contraversial.
Why not...face covering and they can't be identified on CCTV...
They don't rob petrol stations though.
They just blow stuff up....
Baron Von Grumble has a vlog where he is getting petrol and he is told to remove his lid. So he removed it but covered his face with his buff or scarf (it was winter) so all you could see was his eyes and the petrol attendant thought this was fine and started the pump. The attendant couldn't see the irony in it all. Very odd
Quote from: David W on March 29, 2016, 08:01:18 PM
They don't rob petrol stations though.
They just blow stuff up....
Controversial. ;)
Quote from: Tiiimmmaaayyyy on March 29, 2016, 08:49:26 PM
Baron Von Grumble has a vlog where he is getting petrol and he is told to remove his lid. So he removed it but covered his face with his buff or scarf (it was winter) so all you could see was his eyes and the petrol attendant thought this was fine and started the pump. The attendant couldn't see the irony in it all. Very odd
It's what happens when the stupid are given a rule and the authority to enforce it....
I've always got off to fill - they didn't have pay at the pump when I started riding and I'd rather not spill petrol on my nads.
I always keep my lid on when paying and never really had any problem. One or two moaned at me, but nobody ever refused to serve me.
But, try paying with a Scottish note anywhere in England, and they will lose their shit!
Always get off...can't see what the big issue is really? :huh:
Quote from: alienmunkee on March 30, 2016, 08:38:18 AM
Always get off...can't see what the big issue is really? :huh:
it's this lot...... they don't like being told what to do :tongue:
Quote from: alienmunkee on March 30, 2016, 08:38:18 AM
Always get off...can't see what the big issue is really? :huh:
Probably because you always get off?
I always fill up on the bike so the tank is level, and it's easier for my spazzy arms and hands to deal with the nozzle at that angle. I'm more likely to spill it off the bike.
Only been asked to get off the bike once, and I've been asked to take my helmet off at the same petrol station. After a short argument about me filling up there all the time and don't they recognise me by now, and the other argument about people wearing sunglasses, baseball caps and religious headgear, they just said 'don't know why we only target bikes, but we do', I just decided not to use that petrol station any more if I can at all help it.
Quote from: Nat on April 04, 2016, 12:44:06 PM
Only been asked to get off the bike once, and I've been asked to take my helmet off....then my leathers, followed by my underwear.
yeahhhhh........ I'm sorry about that. You're just so damned pretty.
Awww shucks, thanks Dan :grin: