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I have been riding motorcycles for about 40 years

any advice on motorcycle carry techniques will be appreciated

I ride rain or shine. Here are my methods:

1. 1911 owb Blackhawk Serpa wearing a long jacket.
2. Same as above only I wear a summer shirt and tuck the shirt up between the holster and my jeans. It has never been a problem when I'm riding.
3. When not carrying the 1911 I slip a S&W 642 into my front right pocket in a pocket holster. Two speed strips in my back right pocket.

I use a IWB holster for my S&W M&P 9c and a pocket holster for my S&W 357 magnum 360 airweight revolver. I just tuck my casual button down shirts and I tuck in the corners of the shirt and the back of the shirt.

Shoulder rig works really well too... Works well even under a mesh jacket.
Unless you're one of those folks that doesn't wear gear..

I also ride but do not carry yet. I was considering a shoulder rig for longer rides where I wouldn't have to remove gear for a few hours to avoid the situation of what to do when I take off the gear. How do you move the pistol from shoulder to another location with out looking like you are concealing a weapon if there are no restrooms available (say there is a 30.06 or red 51% sign posted)?

Also hello forum, I'm a new poster but have been lurking a while.

If I'm riding and not planning on stopping, a shoulder rig is easy.
If I'm planning stops (lunch, errands, etc) I have a simple straight drop AIWB holster that I can comfortably use while riding.

I try not to carry in my tank bag ever.
But.... I've done it occasionally.
My tank bag has straps I can attach and carry it like an ugly awkward ladies purse.

I've been pondering this....
I only wear a helmet as for gear. Im not into vests at all... I do wear a leather but only on cold days here in Texas. So Im still trying to figure out...

nakedbike wrote:I also ride but do not carry yet. I was considering a shoulder rig for longer rides where I wouldn't have to remove gear for a few hours to avoid the situation of what to do when I take off the gear. How do you move the pistol from shoulder to another location with out looking like you are concealing a weapon if there are no restrooms available (say there is a 30.06 or red 51% sign posted)?

Also hello forum, I'm a new poster but have been lurking a while.

If there is a 30.06 or 51% sign..... and you remove your rig..... where are you going to leave it?
In a saddle bag/tank bag? Lockable or not, that's not too secure. I suggest not spending money at
30.06 businesses. 51% ? If you know you're headed there.... don't carry period....
welcome to the forum

stephengauntt wrote:I have been riding motorcycles for about 40 years

any advice on motorcycle carry techniques will be appreciated

I use a IWB w/ a 1911. Usually a untucked t-shirt or "camp" style shirt. Some folks
worry about their shirt blowing up and exposing their rig when riding. Hasn't
happened with me. Sometimes a tuckable. Pocket carry a 38 snub or .380 when
necessary.

SpikeTX wrote:I've been pondering this....
I only wear a helmet as for gear. Im not into vests at all... I do wear a leather but only on cold days here in Texas. So Im still trying to figure out...

Many wear ATGATT. Most in Texas compromise, myself included.

I think RPB could chime in here.

gemini wrote:If there is a 30.06 or 51% sign..... and you remove your rig..... where are you going to leave it?
In a saddle bag/tank bag? Lockable or not, that's not too secure. I suggest not spending money at
30.06 businesses. 51% ? If you know you're headed there.... don't carry period....
welcome to the forum

I do a lot of aimless exploring, some times I wont know ahead of time if it is posted.

CC should be fairly easy if you ride with all the safety gear, as every motorcyclist should. I know its hot but having skin is still more comfortable than sweating through your gear. With all the gear, there are many pockets which you can carry small pistols in. Shoulder holster is another option.

If you refuse to wear protective gear, then a vest for CCW would be the best choice in my opinion...that way it stays with you (as opposed to a saddle bag, or the in the pocket of a jacket that you take off and leave somewhere accidentally).

Good luck and ride safe.

when on my hd I wear a specifc vest for carry - so many options in denim and leather that you should be able to find what you are looking for. I switched over and found that it to be very comfortable on long rides. no concerns about printing or about a firearm falling (not that it has ever done so but just in case)

I wear a helmet, mesh jacket and gloves all the time so on the bike is not the problem. It is when I finally decide to stop that is. Suppose I can throw it in my backpack under the table or in the restroom when I do stop for extended periods of time.

If you don't wear a jacket, put the gun in a locking saddlebag. That way you have it at your destination and it's secure during the ride.