Parking

dchun · September 2nd, 2010, 08:04 AM

I was wondering what (if any) laws are in place for parking a motorcycle (im in NJ).

When I go out I always see motorcycles parked on the sidewalk. The gym I go to has a bicycle rack right in front of the entrance on the sidewalk and i always see motorcycles parked next to the bicycles. is this acceptable?

dubojr1 · September 2nd, 2010, 08:08 AM

I wouldn't think it would be legal to park on the sidewalks anywhere. I've seen cars ticketed for barely protruding into the sidewalk due to wheelchair use.

addy126 · September 2nd, 2010, 08:13 AM

I operate on the "do I feel lucky today" parking style. Do I want to pay for an entirely new bike or parts when bozo beanhead backs into it, or do I want to pay a few dollars in a "no park" zone. Most times on the sidewalk, out here anyway, if you choose the right spot and keep it out of the foot traffic areas.... the parking services never really bother you. At least not me yet... guess those are the "feel lucky days". Other times I'll park on the white lines at the end of the parking rows across from the store fronts. I never ever use the parking spots or parallel park near cager slots

Cuongism · September 2nd, 2010, 09:53 AM

I've only heard of San Francisco as being ok to park on public sidewalks. For everywhere else, it depends on the business owner and the cops. For places that generally have large sidewalks (walmart, frys, home depot, etc), I will park on their sidewalk since it's huge and out of the way of foot traffic. Most places here actually have designated motorcycle parking and downtown even has free motorcycle parking every block

FrugalNinja250 · September 2nd, 2010, 10:29 AM

It's up to local ordinances and state laws. In Texas it's illegal to be on a public sidewalk (adjacent to a public street) or park in a fire lane, handicapped without proper plate/tag, and a few other similarly marked spots. However, once you're on private property it's up to the actual property owner about parking on sidewalks on private property. For places you visit routinely just ask the manager, most of the time they're not anal sphincters about it. Just don't block fire hydrant/hose connections, doors, etc.

I prefer to park up by the building when possible because it frees up a space for a car, as well as making it less likely that someone will mess with my bike. Since the predominant method for bike theft around here consists of two guys picking up the bike and tossing it into the back of a truck or van, parking someplace a vehicle can't easily or discretely get to is a plus.

Rosie · September 2nd, 2010, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cuongism

downtown even has free motorcycle parking every block

That's good to know, I never noticed that before

Cuongism · September 2nd, 2010, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rosie

That's good to know, I never noticed that before

http://www.shawnluskey.net/travels/parking.html

Each block has about 4-8 spots and absolutely free! The longest I've parked is 12 hours with no issues.

edwinmcq · September 2nd, 2010, 12:15 PM

If you park on the sidewalk in DC you run the risk of being shot and having all that you own taken by the government to pay down the national debt...just kidding they don't pay down the debt just give it to someone else. On the bright side, you can pretty much park anywhere on the street (where it is legal) for nothing if you can back in and park between cars.

lockie · September 3rd, 2010, 04:45 AM

Went to the hospital the other day for tests and sign said the paid parking lot was full so I parked in an out of the way spot of grass at the edge of the lot. Got back to find a warning. I guess they wanted my money even thought the lot was full. I drove off chuckling as I bypassed the turnstile where you pay.

I usually park in a paring spot but occasionally park in "unorthodox" spots if I want to be able to keep an eye on the bike while I'm inside having a coffee or something else.

September 2nd, 2010, 08:04 AM	#1
dchun ninjette.org member Name: Jimmy Location: westeast Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R Posts: 11	Parking I was wondering what (if any) laws are in place for parking a motorcycle (im in NJ). When I go out I always see motorcycles parked on the sidewalk. The gym I go to has a bicycle rack right in front of the entrance on the sidewalk and i always see motorcycles parked next to the bicycles. is this acceptable?

September 2nd, 2010, 08:08 AM	#2
dubojr1 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Jacksonville, Florida Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R SE, 07 Honda CRF230F, 06 Honda CRF150F Posts: A lot.	I wouldn't think it would be legal to park on the sidewalks anywhere. I've seen cars ticketed for barely protruding into the sidewalk due to wheelchair use. __________________________________________________ 09 250R SE: Paying it forward one post at a time! Don't forget to add yourself to our Member Map

September 2nd, 2010, 12:15 PM	#8
edwinmcq ninjette.org member Name: Ed Location: Washington DC Join Date: Jul 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 157	If you park on the sidewalk in DC you run the risk of being shot and having all that you own taken by the government to pay down the national debt...just kidding they don't pay down the debt just give it to someone else. On the bright side, you can pretty much park anywhere on the street (where it is legal) for nothing if you can back in and park between cars. __________________________________________________ www.edmcqueen.com

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addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	I operate on the "do I feel lucky today" parking style. Do I want to pay for an entirely new bike or parts when bozo beanhead backs into it, or do I want to pay a few dollars in a "no park" zone. Most times on the sidewalk, out here anyway, if you choose the right spot and keep it out of the foot traffic areas.... the parking services never really bother you. At least not me yet... guess those are the "feel lucky days". Other times I'll park on the white lines at the end of the parking rows across from the store fronts. I never ever use the parking spots or parallel park near cager slots

September 2nd, 2010, 09:53 AM	#4
Cuongism ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cuong Location: San Diego Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, 2007 Daytona 675 Posts: A lot.	I've only heard of San Francisco as being ok to park on public sidewalks. For everywhere else, it depends on the business owner and the cops. For places that generally have large sidewalks (walmart, frys, home depot, etc), I will park on their sidewalk since it's huge and out of the way of foot traffic. Most places here actually have designated motorcycle parking and downtown even has free motorcycle parking every block

September 2nd, 2010, 10:29 AM	#5
FrugalNinja250 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Frugal Location: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Several Posts: A lot.	It's up to local ordinances and state laws. In Texas it's illegal to be on a public sidewalk (adjacent to a public street) or park in a fire lane, handicapped without proper plate/tag, and a few other similarly marked spots. However, once you're on private property it's up to the actual property owner about parking on sidewalks on private property. For places you visit routinely just ask the manager, most of the time they're not anal sphincters about it. Just don't block fire hydrant/hose connections, doors, etc. I prefer to park up by the building when possible because it frees up a space for a car, as well as making it less likely that someone will mess with my bike. Since the predominant method for bike theft around here consists of two guys picking up the bike and tossing it into the back of a truck or van, parking someplace a vehicle can't easily or discretely get to is a plus.

September 3rd, 2010, 04:45 AM	#9
lockie ninjette.org sage Name: don Location: Port Elgin NB Canada Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 blue ninja 250R Posts: 742	Went to the hospital the other day for tests and sign said the paid parking lot was full so I parked in an out of the way spot of grass at the edge of the lot. Got back to find a warning. I guess they wanted my money even thought the lot was full. I drove off chuckling as I bypassed the turnstile where you pay. I usually park in a paring spot but occasionally park in "unorthodox" spots if I want to be able to keep an eye on the bike while I'm inside having a coffee or something else.