CCW and motorcycles

[Bfh_auto]

Now that life has settled back down, I'm going to start riding to work again.
How did you deal with a firearm when you aren't allowed to bring into your work place. We are allowed to have them in our vehicle, but in your pack or locker is a huge negative.

 

[labnoti]

So you need to secure it on the bike, same as if you were going into court or the post office parking on a non-Federal property city street. I suppose it depends on what bike as far as what's practical for secure storage. If the bike had or could fit hard bags with a lock that would be good. A soft tank bag with a padlock on the zippers is a little weak. You could use one of those ~$30 steel clamshell pistol boxes bolted to the frame. Just cover or conceal it enough that it doesn't attract attention. Again, bike and gun details would allow more specifics.

 

[KNO3]

Assuming a sport bike without locking hard tail case or panniers, I would imagine under the passenger pillion if there's room. Have never owned a cruiser so I have no answers. Do you have to pass through metal detectors or something? If not, who's going to know?

 

[Telekinesis]

We'll need details on the bike and setup to really offer good advise. Hard luggage (with locks) would be your best bet, but you still have the issue of transferring it from your holster to your top case or bags. Even if it's not against policy, it's probably not a good idea for your coworkers to see you messing with a pistol in the parking lot every day.

 

[Labguy47]

They make gun storage floor boards.

 

[Bfh_auto]

So you need to secure it on the bike, same as if you were going into court or the post office parking on a non-Federal property city street. I suppose it depends on what bike as far as what's practical for secure storage. If the bike had or could fit hard bags with a lock that would be good. A soft tank bag with a padlock on the zippers is a little weak. You could use one of those ~$30 steel clamshell pistol boxes bolted to the frame. Just cover or conceal it enough that it doesn't attract attention. Again, bike and gun details would allow more specifics.

Is either a M&P Shield or a M&P C.
Bike is a bare bones build. I couldn't even hide a knife on it.

 

[Bfh_auto]

Assuming a sport bike without locking hard tail case or panniers, I would imagine under the passenger pillion if there's room. Have never owned a cruiser so I have no answers. Do you have to pass through metal detectors or something? If not, who's going to know?

I've been there long enough that I can't just step into the same salary somewhere else. I would rather not carry than do that.

 

[P5 Guy]

I've been there long enough that I can't just step into the same salary somewhere else. I would rather not carry than do that.

Seems as though you have the solution to your problem.
Us cagers have it so easy.

 

[bearcreek]

Bike is a bare bones build. I couldn't even hide a knife on it.

I've been there long enough that I can't just step into the same salary somewhere else. I would rather not carry than do that.

What possible answer to your question could there be then? You can't leave it with the bike and you won't carry it with you. Seems like you answered your own question.

 

[Bfh_auto]

Seems as though you have the solution to your problem.
Us cagers have it so easy.

I go back and forth between 2 and four wheels. My commute is an hour and I decided I would rather be on 2 again.

I'm thinking about trying to fit a quick access safe on the side.

 

[Bfh_auto]

What possible answer to your question could there be then? You can't leave it with the bike and you won't carry it with you. Seems like you answered your own question.

I was hoping for a magic spell sir.

 

[bearcreek]

I was hoping for a magic spell sir.

That'd be nice. Seriously though, the only option that I see, besides breaking company policy, is adding lockable storage on the bike.

 

[Rudolph31]

Off topic. Motorcycles are fun. Unless they become your primary transportation. Then they can be torture devices. I think it’s better to drive to work and look forward to riding your bike than to spoil the experience in traffic two hours a day.

 

[12Bravo20]

Is either a M&P Shield or a M&P C.
Bike is a bare bones build. I couldn't even hide a knife on it.

You could try using a swing arm bag securely mounted with a lock box inside. Both need to be secured so no one could just rip/cut the bag off or walk away with the box. A swing arm bag would not detract from the look of your bike.

 

[Speedo66]

I took a good spill on my bike a few years ago. I had a flip phone in my front pants pocket, and rolled a few times. Smashed the screen, but worse, my leg felt like I'd been punched there by Arnold. I could barely lift my leg up to step over a curb for about a week and had a huge black & blue mark.

After that experience, I would not carry on my person while on a bike. I can see a gun on my hip doing considerable damage.

Since I don't trust myself to remember to take a gun in the tail bag out every time, and I wouldn't be comfortable leaving it there, I just don't bring a gun when I ride.

 

[Deus Machina]

I know they make soft bags for the handlebars, would it be possible to find a locking one?
Or attach conduit clamps--with some padding on them--to whatever small locking box of the right size and shape.
Could probably attach it to that swing arm instead, even on the side with the plate, so it's not actually using more space.

 

[WestKentucky]

I have had a few bikes and I have carried on all of them. Securing a weapon is very doable, but it is never going to be truthfully secure. Keeping an honest man honest is about the best you can do there. That said, all bikes have small tool kits, many of those are in small compartments. Would your weapon fit there? Under the seat there is usually a little room between frame rails, especially under passenger seat. Hard bags are an easy answer, but for me they detracted from the look and soft bags might as well just be left open. One thing I did do that was neat was on a Honda Rebel. I cut an oil canister I bought off eBay in half and put a small hinge and hasp on it. It was just big enough to store my wallet and cellphone in and it blended in with the bike really well after I put a rubber hose on it and ran the hose up under the seat and just zip tied it there. I sold that bike quickly after than and I don’t have pictures, but a false oil can is a good hiding spot. If you were to carry something super compact like an NAA guardian .380 or .32 then you could easily secure the gun inside of a small holster that way.

 

[Dain Bramage]

I was hoping for a magic spell sir.

Avada Kedavra

When I carry while riding, it's usually zipped pocket carry. I have OWB carried large revolvers going trail riding into the woods to shoot, and have had no problems with it.

I wouldn't leave a gun with a bike unless it had a hard lockable trunk, like in my Gold Wing. Like WK said, you could fit a small gun, something like a P-32, into the tool space of your bike, but then:

1. You won't have the tools if you ever need them.
2. You have to remove the seat or side case to get the gun.
3. In some bikes, I keep the registration and insurance card there, and it could get complicated if you get pulled over by police.

I have a similar situation at my work, and I just don't carry when riding there.

 

[theotherwaldo]

Google 'motorcycle stash box' or possibly look at
Kappa Motorcycle Motorbike Waterproof Universal Tool Box With Security Lock Key

 

[Hasaf]

I ride my bicycle to work and have the same problem. Very simply, that is a time that I just don't carry.

 

[Bfh_auto]

Google 'motorcycle stash box' or possibly look at
Kappa Motorcycle Motorbike Waterproof Universal Tool Box With Security Lock Key

That's a good option. Thanks.

 

[Sovblocgunfan]

why not install a teardrop toolbox?

 

[Bfh_auto]

why not install a teardrop toolbox?

I hadn't thought of that.

 

[Sovblocgunfan]

I hadn't thought of that.

Do it right, and it'll look like an air cleaner or something to most non-motorcycle folks. Should keep casual curiosity at bay.

 

[Demi-human]

Is either a M&P Shield or a M&P C.
Bike is a bare bones build. I couldn't even hide a knife on it.

(Exasperated Sigh!)

Why can't you be my neighbor? Instead of the perpetual yard sale, and occasional State Police Cruiser parking spot, that is mine now?



Nice horse.