CCW on a Motorcycle

[GuyRelford]

I'd love to get input from others on this issue. I've been riding Harleys for over 30 years. And I almost always CC when I'm on the scooter. How many others carry on their bikes, and do they change their method of carry in any way because they're on a motorcycle? Your posture on a motorcycle, combined with your visibility on the bike, combined with the vibration and movement of the motorcycle, all create issues that are slightly different from CCW in other situations.

I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I'll be happy to share mine!

 

[SMiller]

I carry a Walther PPS in a MTAC holster, it goes between your hip and spine, the back of the seat softly holds it there and my teeshirt doesn't move like on my other side, so other then lightly printing you would never know.

 

[GlockRock]

I carry a glock 27 with an uncle mikes iwb. No problems at all.

 

[esrice]

If I had a motorcycle, I would think a shoulder holster would be just about perfect. It isn't uncomfortable when seated for extended periods of time, will conceal under a riding jacket, and places the gun in a good spot for quick deployment (although you'd have to take your hand off the accelerator if you're right handed).

 

[lowriderjim]

I carry a Springfield XD40sc in a standard carry, 4:00 paddle holster. In this method of carry I wear a leather jacket or on over shirt for cover.

I also have carried a S&W ultra-light in a Galco RH Ankle Glove worn on the right leg. This gives access to the gun while on the bike and cover when stopped and dismount to the left side of the bike.

I have never had to use either carry position but feel comfortable in either configeration.

 

[Chefcook]

If I had a motorcycle, I would think a shoulder holster would be just about perfect. It isn't uncomfortable when seated for extended periods of time, will conceal under a riding jacket, and places the gun in a good spot for quick deployment (although you'd have to take your hand off the accelerator if you're right handed).

That's what a throttle clamp is for ...

If I had a motorcycle, I would think a shoulder holster would be just about perfect. It isn't uncomfortable when seated for extended periods of time, will conceal under a riding jacket, and places the gun in a good spot for quick deployment (although you'd have to take your hand off the accelerator if you're right handed)

MENS BLACK LEATHER BIKER JACKET W/PISTOL POCKET/ NEW!! - eBay
(item 300343755904 end time Sep-10-09 21:58:00 PDT)

I generally carry in my inside vest pocket...

 

[Eprobertson1]

If you need to pull your gun at any speed, you may have a bigger issue at hand than your gun can settle. Yikes!

 

[turnandshoot4]

I asked the same question. Great thread here.
https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...fense/13182-how_to_carry_on_a_motorcycle.html

 

[CaNdYMaN]

i carry my glock 27. iwb. my jacket covers it well. i have a desatis holster with the adjustable tension.. never a problem with carrying. easy reach. not uncomfortable.

 

[danmdevries]

Don't change carry at all. Safe and secure IWB strongside and 95% of the time my shirt doesn't ride up in the wind. When it does, I readjust posture and it falls back down.

If it's cooler weather or if I'm wearing safety gear like I should, usually I'll have something in a front vest pocket. My cz82 fits in the pocket of my riding jacket just fine. I haven't rode in forever though, too many close calls. I got hit and run'd earlier this summer on my bike. Don't think I'll be worrying about motorcycle carry method again anytime soon.

 

[glock 27]

Galls carries a vest w/ pistol pocket, i`ve had one for years carried several different pistols in it. Sometimes 2 cause theres a pocket on both sides.

 

[Boilers]

Mad Dog Handgun Mount - ATV - Accessories - Motorcycle Superstore

 

[emsdial911]

I carry a XD subcompact and I don't change how I carry and I usually OC. No problebs at all. I tried the vest but didn't like it, not enough support and it pulls the vest down on the gun side.

 

[GuyRelford]

Mad Dog Handgun Mount - ATV - Accessories - Motorcycle Superstore

That rocks!! And talk about OC!

 

[IndianaRog]

I pocket carry 18/7 whether on or off my bike...don't change a thing when riding.

 

[emrock32]

That jacket is hidious. Lol. That mount is for a 4 wheeler..def not a bike. I have a bike and I know what would be comfortable since I know what position you would need to sit for comfort. I only really think a jacket pocket would be the best place since almost all motorcycles would have somewhat of a back to the seat and your stradling the bike. You can put it around 10-2 since it would point down on your leg or crotch and would be painful. Side holsters maybe but only a paddle would be comfortable but i'm not a fan of open carry.

 

[WabashMX5]

I carry a glock 27 with an uncle mikes iwb. No problems at all.

G26 in a Galco IWB here — same as I carry elsewhere. Perfectly comfortable for me.

 

[Cam]

Carry the same way I carry when not on the bike. I make sure my shirt covers the clips on my IWB holster so they don't rub into the seat, but otherwise, no changes from norm.

 

[sig-sweet]

I use the Galco 'glove' ankle holster if I want it on my person. I also carry in the cover bags on my lower fairiging (HD ultra) or the bag behind my backrest. I don't have much worry when I'm riding. I'm mostly concerned about off the bike situations.

 

[Lynn Smith]

A lot of riding jackets and vests can be purchased with a sidearm pocket. I had a friend buy a riding jacket right after getting his first pistol and was suprised that it had a carry pocket. Complete coincidence but it is his favorite riding jacket now.