strange tail light

[canuguzzi]

Hmm , can't find anything stating these things are illegal , are we just guessing and claiming that guess is fact ?

 Dusty

Maybe you and the other dig hole, jump in and cover up missed the word "probably"?   

[rocker59]

Maybe you and the other dig hole, jump in and cover up missed the word "probably"?   

That probably isn't going to happen. 

[canuguzzi]

That probably isn't going to happen.

Lets see how that laser works for ya.

[canuguzzi]

Just up your alley

http://predatorhelmetsdirect.com/wp-content/uploads/images/products/p-5314-Predator_4_laser__75116.png

[rocker59]

Lets see how that laser works for ya.

I probably won't be installing one.

[oldbike54]

 Hmm , neither one of us "dig holes" ever said we were going to purchase a laser tail light , or that they are good idea , but pontificating on laws , especially in other states , seems a bit silly .

 Dusty

[canuguzzi]

Hmm , neither one of us "dig holes" ever said we were going to purchase a laser tail light , or that they are good idea , but pontificating on laws , especially in other states , seems a bit silly .

 Dusty

No one pontificated any laws. Why don't you just stop jumping to conclusions, putting words in others mouths and stop misrepresenting what others say?

Just once.

So far, every post you made on this thread is silly.

[canuguzzi]

What I posted:

"Probably illegal in every state. Better look up the laws regarding the use of lasers. Forget the vehicle code, look up lasers in the penal code, the one that can get you arrested and prosecuted. With all the hooplah surrounding laser use I'd be very hesitant to stick that on a motorcycle."


Then you came sliding in.

" Hmm , can't find anything stating these things are illegal , are we just guessing and claiming that guess is fact ?

 Dusty"

Silly? Time for that mirror again.

[rocker59]

In other words, Norge Pilot is just guessing...   

[oldbike54]

In other words, Norge Pilot is just guessing...   

 Yeah , and we simply must stop putting words in his mouth 

 Dusty

[rocker59]

...we simply must stop putting words in his mouth 

 Dusty

Yep.  Probably should.

[canuguzzi]

In other words, Norge Pilot is just guessing...   

Why don't you two mods stat behaving? You might think you're funny, not. First thing you did was go after my post with that inane "again" snipe. Maybe that works where you come from, cute but doesn't work. Then the other one has to jump to your defense and pile on.

There are no in other words, the posts said it, you made it personal. Grow the fk up.

[oldbike54]

 Nope , and you can't make me 

 Dusty

[rodekyll]

Quick -- someone pontificate again on how the moderators work sooooooo hard to keep things mature and civil here.  Repeat until true.

[rocker59]

Why don't you two mods stat behaving? You might think you're funny, not. First thing you did was go after my post with that inane "again" snipe. Maybe that works where you come from, cute but doesn't work. Then the other one has to jump to your defense and pile on.

There are no in other words, the posts said it, you made it personal. Grow the fk up.

Quick -- someone pontificate again on how the moderators work sooooooo hard to keep things mature and civil here.  Repeat until true.

Please, I encourage the both of you, and anyone else that feels the need, to click the "report to moderator" button, or email Luap directly with your complaints regarding moderators here at Wildguzzi.

 

[Wayne Orwig]

You're probably wrong.  Again...

(Spits good bourbon in screen)
I needed a good laugh today, thanks.

[atavar]

Geeze, I didn't think this would be a controversial issue..

[oldbike54]

Geeze, I didn't think this would be a controversial issue..

 It's not .

 Dusty

[charlie b]

ROFLMAO

Ok, so first I'd recommend reading the description...and the reviews.  Not waterproof.

Second, it is 200mW in the visible which means a class 3 laser, which is dangerous when viewing the direct or reflected light.

Third, it says it is only useful in low light conditions and recommends connecting it to the fog light circuit.

Here is a set of cautions for a 200mW laser pointer from another company:

    Don't allow the laser beam to enter the eye. The laser beam is harmful to eyes, any contact will cause permanent damage. Not the laser point to the crowd, especially in the face
    Don't look directly with your eyes or using binoculars and other equipment to observe the laser beam on the remote control. Never let the laser point to a mirror or other highly reflective surfaces
    Please keep the laser pointer away from children (especially the high powered ones) in order to avoid the damage by the children's contacting
    Don't light laser pointer continually in 30 seconds, it will affect its lifetime for prolonged use
    Please remove the battery from the laser pointer when not in use
    Need to disassemble, adjust or repair, please get professional maintenance technicians
    The use of laser pointers (especially the higher powered ones) may be illegal in some countries
    Therefore, customers can buy and use it by following the local laws and regulations. In the event of resale, you also need to incorporate this notation in the product description, so that any potential buyer can be well informed before making purchasing decision

[davedel44]

ROFLMAO

Ok, so first I'd recommend reading the description...and the reviews.  Not waterproof.

Second, it is 200mW in the visible which means a class 3 laser, which is dangerous when viewing the direct or reflected light.

Third, it says it is only useful in low light conditions and recommends connecting it to the fog light circuit.

Here is a set of cautions for a 200mW laser pointer from another company:

    Don't allow the laser beam to enter the eye. The laser beam is harmful to eyes, any contact will cause permanent damage. Not the laser point to the crowd, especially in the face
    Don't look directly with your eyes or using binoculars and other equipment to observe the laser beam on the remote control. Never let the laser point to a mirror or other highly reflective surfaces
    Please keep the laser pointer away from children (especially the high powered ones) in order to avoid the damage by the children's contacting
    Don't light laser pointer continually in 30 seconds, it will affect its lifetime for prolonged use
    Please remove the battery from the laser pointer when not in use
    Need to disassemble, adjust or repair, please get professional maintenance technicians
    The use of laser pointers (especially the higher powered ones) may be illegal in some countries
    Therefore, customers can buy and use it by following the local laws and regulations. In the event of resale, you also need to incorporate this notation in the product description, so that any potential buyer can be well informed before making purchasing decision

Finally a voice of reason.

Good job Charlie.

Dave
Galveston

[oldbike54]

 When all else fails , read the instructions .

 Dusty

[atavar]

As always I appreciate not only the information but also any fun people have had with this thread. 

[Guzzistajohn]

Some of us are so good at turning a molehill into a mountain

[charlie b]

I don't like having the higher power class III lasers around.  Too many people consider them toys.

I have worked with lasers for over 30 years now, from mW to MW (that's millions of Watts).  From the little diode jobs to ones that you can stand inside them.  I have a 75W CO2 laser in my living room.

I have also seen professionals go blind when they bypassed simple rules.  One was as simple as moving an optical mount that had a polished steel leg.  The laser beam reflected off the leg into his eye and he lost the central vision in that eye (like severe macular degeneration that happened in a millisecond).

Laws are getting tougher as the diode lasers with more power become more commonplace, and as more pilots/cops/etc report laser incidents.  It is a felony in most places to point one at someone's face.  Inadvertent illumination is a tricky one.

[twowings]

http://www.wired.com/2012/05/wicked-lasers-shark/

[Rox]

Looks cool but where I live I can see a rider getting hit because the dumbass driver would be looking at the pretty little light on the ground.

[Wayne Orwig]

http://www.wired.com/2012/05/wicked-lasers-shark/

Sharks with lasers. Awesome.

 

[unclepete]

Elaborate.  Please.

Who else will be concerned with my safety?

If I'm to busy to be concerned with my personal safety, is there someone out there to do it for me?

 
I'm thinking of those who are willing to use the pulsating headlights ; they must know how distracting and annoying they are .
..or those who ride with their brights on in daytime , or those who travel slower than posted speed limit causing congestion on two lane roads forcing others to pass , all supporting their illusion of safety , or using it as an excuse , like the loud pipe folks .
Don't know about these lasers , but anything that annoys or distracts or startles other motorists reduces their safety .

   

[rocker59]

 
I'm thinking of those who are willing to use the pulsating headlights ; they must know how distracting and annoying they are .
..or those who ride with their brights on in daytime , or those who travel slower than posted speed limit causing congestion on two lane roads forcing others to pass , all supporting their illusion of safety , or using it as an excuse , like the loud pipe folks .
Don't know about these lasers , but anything that annoys or distracts or startles other motorists reduces their safety .

   

Good Points.  I surely hate headlight modulators and modern bikes ridden with high beams on! 

[tris]

I don't like having the higher power class III lasers around.  Too many people consider them toys.

I have worked with lasers for over 30 years now, from mW to MW (that's millions of Watts).  From the little diode jobs to ones that you can stand inside them.  I have a 75W CO2 laser in my living room.

Here CB you'll know this I'm sure

Am I making this up or did I read somewhere that back when they were developing metal cutting lasers they tested them on razor blades and the plan was to measure the power in "Gillettes"