warpedskydiver 0 #1 March 13, 2006 Motorcyclist Clocked at 155 Mph Jailed By Associated Press LIVINGSTON, La. - A motorcyclist has been given a couple of days to think about the record he set _ at least in the minds of state troopers. Brian Samuel Willis, 20, was clocked zooming down Interstate 12 on Sunday at 155 miles per hour _ more than two times the speed limit 70, state police said. "That may be the fastest of all-time in the state," said Trooper Ryan Riley of Troop A. "I can't confirm it, but I don't think anyone has ever gotten anybody at 155. The fastest I know of is like 144." Riley said he was traveling westbound about 6 p.m. when he got the motorcycle in his radar. Maneuvering his vehicle to the other side of the interstate, Riley tried to follow Willis, but the black Yamaha R6 ducked off the roadway onto state highway 441 and traveled south to state highway 42, Riley said. At that point, Livingston Parish sheriff's deputies and Springfield police chased Willis back toward Riley, who made the arrest, he said. "He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said. "He just said he didn't think he was going that fast and he didn't know we were behind him. He thought he was only doing 120 or 130." Willis motorcycle was impounded and he was booked for reckless operation of a vehicle, flight from an officer and speeding, Riley said. "The judge refused to set the bond until Tuesday," Riley said. "I think she is going to let him spend a few days in jail."Quote Gee I sure am glad I have never gone that fast or faster...cough Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites pop 0 #2 March 13, 2006 Quote"He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said. "He just said he didn't think he was going that fast and he didn't know we were behind him. He thought he was only doing 120 or 130." That could be an honest mistake. I got a motorcycle tickets once for doing 122. I never saw the cop on the two lane road untill he pulled on the left side of me on the incoming traffic lane doing 122 himself, and had me pull over. At that speed you have tunnel vision. You see nothing but whats in front of you7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dropoutdave 0 #3 March 14, 2006 Quote"He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said Quotehe was booked for reckless operation of a vehicle, flight from an officer and speeding, Huih? How can you get done for flight from an officer if you pull over as soon as you see them? ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dropoutdave 0 #4 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuote"He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said. "He just said he didn't think he was going that fast and he didn't know we were behind him. He thought he was only doing 120 or 130." That could be an honest mistake. I got a motorcycle tickets once for doing 122. I never saw the cop on the two lane road untill he pulled on the left side of me on the incoming traffic lane doing 122 himself, and had me pull over. At that speed you have tunnel vision. You see nothing but whats in front of you I bet he knew how fast he was going but I agree, I bet he didn't see them. I clocked 167mph on a private road and the tunnel vision was just crazy, it was a pretty narrow road with hedges about 5 feet high on either side which made it worse. ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bob.dino 0 #5 March 14, 2006 Because maybe he lied to the officer and actually only pulled over once there was a hell of a lot of cars and he couldn't get away? It's up to the judge, not the police officer, to decide if he's lying or telling the truth. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites craddock 0 #6 March 14, 2006 Reread the whole article. It sounded quite clear that he fled to me. That spot isn't bad at all, the winds were strong and that was the issue! It was just on the downwind side. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites unformed 0 #7 March 14, 2006 yeah, this part: Quotebut the black Yamaha R6 ducked off the roadway onto state highway 441 This ad space for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dropoutdave 0 #8 March 14, 2006 It might have been his turning. Oh I see, when you "duck" of a road that's the sign of a fleeing man. I gotta stop doing those ducking turns off roads or the cops will think i've done something wrong. Edited for spelling. ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skinnyshrek 0 #9 March 14, 2006 171 is my max...CBR 900rrhttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites matthewcline 0 #10 March 14, 2006 I raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? But he knew he was in the shit. Ducked off the highway, then tried to get back on when the local police showed up in front. I got a 135mph ticket in NC once. I was scrubbing in tires for the Rockingham race on the clover leaf out side of Fayeteville. I would do 2 or 3 laps than back to the shop swap rims and out again. Worked good for about 3 hours then blam! blue was a sitten under the pass a awaiten' on me! Youth, we sure are dumb when young aint we?An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites warpedskydiver 0 #11 March 14, 2006 what did you ride a GSXR? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Lucky... 0 #12 March 14, 2006 QuoteIt might have been his turning. Oh I see, when you "duck" of a road that's the sign of a fleeing man. I gotta stop doing those ducking turns off roads or the cops will think i've done something wrong. Edited for spelling. Right, to prove flight the state has to establish the driver knew the cop was pursuing. Ducked, turned, who knows. BTW, it will probably be a jury trial. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Lucky... 0 #13 March 14, 2006 Speedometer error Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kelpdiver 2 #14 March 14, 2006 QuoteBecause maybe he lied to the officer and actually only pulled over once there was a hell of a lot of cars and he couldn't get away? If he was trying to flee before, 'a hell of a lot of cars' would likely make it much easier to get away. The black and white can't keep up without putting a lot of people at risk, and even then would need to be suicidal himself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mattjw916 2 #15 March 14, 2006 weaksauce... my record is 125 in a 35 (on a military reservation no less...) and 175 in a 65 both on a modded Ninja ZX-7 Here's a shot from my BMW, that I recently sold, at an undisclosed location:NSCR-2376, SCR-15080 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites matthewcline 0 #16 March 14, 2006 I raced in B, C, D and Twins Sport and Superbike. I raced a GSXR-750 in B and later a ZX-7. In C I had a 600 Ninja (pre-ZX days) In D I raced a 250 Ninja. I had a VF 500 Interceptor I ran too, but it was more for fun than any actual competitivenes. I ran the 250 in the Twins buta gain just for fun. I built a VFR1000RF for the Track but never got cleared to race it. Back to the original post. Lane splitting allows the Bike to get away but is far riskier than pulling over and accepting the ticket. I would imagine even more costly if something goes wrong. I did my stupid stuff when young too. But I learned with our the pain of a wreck.An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Rookie120 0 #17 March 14, 2006 This happened about 10 miles from my place. Saw it on the news. What an asshat. How do you get caught doing 155? He obviosly doesnt know how to evade very well.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Darius11 12 #18 March 14, 2006 Dude how do you get caught doing 155. By the time the cop gets to 60 your about a half a mile away. You take the first exit then your out. Oh well. I hope the dude gets a good lawyer.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Darius11 12 #19 March 14, 2006 QuoteI raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? It is a surroundings thing. If you are on a flat road with nothing around you it wont happen. But when you have trees and bushes on the side of the road they become a blur. Like a green line. But I only felt that above 160. Never as low as the 120s.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites warpedskydiver 0 #20 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuoteI raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? It is a surroundings thing. If you are on a flat road with nothing around you it wont happen. But when you have trees and bushes on the side of the road they become a blur. Like a green line. But I only felt that above 160. Never as low as the 120s. Hi Darius, keep in mind that some people have very poor peripheral vision...maybe motorcyles aren't for them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites MrBounce 0 #21 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuoteI raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? It is a surroundings thing. If you are on a flat road with nothing around you it wont happen. But when you have trees and bushes on the side of the road they become a blur. Like a green line. But I only felt that above 160. Never as low as the 120s. Hi Darius, keep in mind that some people have very poor peripheral vision...maybe motorcyles aren't for them. Also a lot of it has nothing to do with actual vision, its a perception/concentration thing. You're moving so fast coming up on other vehicles and the like, that all your concentration is forward. As you get better at it, your perception should widen. Gavin Gavin Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. If you don't take it out and use it, its going to rust. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites MattM 0 #22 March 14, 2006 QuoteDude how do you get caught doing 155. By the time the cop gets to 60 your about a half a mile away. You take the first exit then your out. Because radios are faster than motorcycles and cop cars... Matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rehmwa 2 #23 March 14, 2006 155 mph crowded conditions tunnel vision I hope they take away his bike and permanently remove any right to a license for a bike. And do it for anyone that acts this stupid If someone wants to go fast, there's races and training for that. ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Nukrites 0 #24 March 14, 2006 hm...190mph on my hayabusa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Darius11 12 #25 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuoteDude how do you get caught doing 155. By the time the cop gets to 60 your about a half a mile away. You take the first exit then your out. Because radios are faster than motorcycles and cop cars... That why you take our first exit when the guy has no idea where you are what is he going to radio?I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 4 Next Page 1 of 4 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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pop 0 #2 March 13, 2006 Quote"He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said. "He just said he didn't think he was going that fast and he didn't know we were behind him. He thought he was only doing 120 or 130." That could be an honest mistake. I got a motorcycle tickets once for doing 122. I never saw the cop on the two lane road untill he pulled on the left side of me on the incoming traffic lane doing 122 himself, and had me pull over. At that speed you have tunnel vision. You see nothing but whats in front of you7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropoutdave 0 #3 March 14, 2006 Quote"He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said Quotehe was booked for reckless operation of a vehicle, flight from an officer and speeding, Huih? How can you get done for flight from an officer if you pull over as soon as you see them? ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropoutdave 0 #4 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuote"He pulled over once he saw all of us, without incident," Riley said. "He just said he didn't think he was going that fast and he didn't know we were behind him. He thought he was only doing 120 or 130." That could be an honest mistake. I got a motorcycle tickets once for doing 122. I never saw the cop on the two lane road untill he pulled on the left side of me on the incoming traffic lane doing 122 himself, and had me pull over. At that speed you have tunnel vision. You see nothing but whats in front of you I bet he knew how fast he was going but I agree, I bet he didn't see them. I clocked 167mph on a private road and the tunnel vision was just crazy, it was a pretty narrow road with hedges about 5 feet high on either side which made it worse. ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 0 #5 March 14, 2006 Because maybe he lied to the officer and actually only pulled over once there was a hell of a lot of cars and he couldn't get away? It's up to the judge, not the police officer, to decide if he's lying or telling the truth. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craddock 0 #6 March 14, 2006 Reread the whole article. It sounded quite clear that he fled to me. That spot isn't bad at all, the winds were strong and that was the issue! It was just on the downwind side. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unformed 0 #7 March 14, 2006 yeah, this part: Quotebut the black Yamaha R6 ducked off the roadway onto state highway 441 This ad space for sale. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropoutdave 0 #8 March 14, 2006 It might have been his turning. Oh I see, when you "duck" of a road that's the sign of a fleeing man. I gotta stop doing those ducking turns off roads or the cops will think i've done something wrong. Edited for spelling. ------------------------------------------------------ May Contain Nut traces...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnyshrek 0 #9 March 14, 2006 171 is my max...CBR 900rrhttp://www.skydivethefarm.com do you realize that when you critisize people you dont know over the internet, you become part of a growing society of twats? ARE YOU ONE OF THEM? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #10 March 14, 2006 I raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? But he knew he was in the shit. Ducked off the highway, then tried to get back on when the local police showed up in front. I got a 135mph ticket in NC once. I was scrubbing in tires for the Rockingham race on the clover leaf out side of Fayeteville. I would do 2 or 3 laps than back to the shop swap rims and out again. Worked good for about 3 hours then blam! blue was a sitten under the pass a awaiten' on me! Youth, we sure are dumb when young aint we?An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #11 March 14, 2006 what did you ride a GSXR? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucky... 0 #12 March 14, 2006 QuoteIt might have been his turning. Oh I see, when you "duck" of a road that's the sign of a fleeing man. I gotta stop doing those ducking turns off roads or the cops will think i've done something wrong. Edited for spelling. Right, to prove flight the state has to establish the driver knew the cop was pursuing. Ducked, turned, who knows. BTW, it will probably be a jury trial. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lucky... 0 #13 March 14, 2006 Speedometer error Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #14 March 14, 2006 QuoteBecause maybe he lied to the officer and actually only pulled over once there was a hell of a lot of cars and he couldn't get away? If he was trying to flee before, 'a hell of a lot of cars' would likely make it much easier to get away. The black and white can't keep up without putting a lot of people at risk, and even then would need to be suicidal himself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mattjw916 2 #15 March 14, 2006 weaksauce... my record is 125 in a 35 (on a military reservation no less...) and 175 in a 65 both on a modded Ninja ZX-7 Here's a shot from my BMW, that I recently sold, at an undisclosed location:NSCR-2376, SCR-15080 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #16 March 14, 2006 I raced in B, C, D and Twins Sport and Superbike. I raced a GSXR-750 in B and later a ZX-7. In C I had a 600 Ninja (pre-ZX days) In D I raced a 250 Ninja. I had a VF 500 Interceptor I ran too, but it was more for fun than any actual competitivenes. I ran the 250 in the Twins buta gain just for fun. I built a VFR1000RF for the Track but never got cleared to race it. Back to the original post. Lane splitting allows the Bike to get away but is far riskier than pulling over and accepting the ticket. I would imagine even more costly if something goes wrong. I did my stupid stuff when young too. But I learned with our the pain of a wreck.An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #17 March 14, 2006 This happened about 10 miles from my place. Saw it on the news. What an asshat. How do you get caught doing 155? He obviosly doesnt know how to evade very well.If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #18 March 14, 2006 Dude how do you get caught doing 155. By the time the cop gets to 60 your about a half a mile away. You take the first exit then your out. Oh well. I hope the dude gets a good lawyer.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #19 March 14, 2006 QuoteI raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? It is a surroundings thing. If you are on a flat road with nothing around you it wont happen. But when you have trees and bushes on the side of the road they become a blur. Like a green line. But I only felt that above 160. Never as low as the 120s.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #20 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuoteI raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? It is a surroundings thing. If you are on a flat road with nothing around you it wont happen. But when you have trees and bushes on the side of the road they become a blur. Like a green line. But I only felt that above 160. Never as low as the 120s. Hi Darius, keep in mind that some people have very poor peripheral vision...maybe motorcyles aren't for them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrBounce 0 #21 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuoteI raced for 10 years in the WERA series and ran as high as 180 on the banks of Daytona and never had tunnel vision. Is this a strait line thing? It is a surroundings thing. If you are on a flat road with nothing around you it wont happen. But when you have trees and bushes on the side of the road they become a blur. Like a green line. But I only felt that above 160. Never as low as the 120s. Hi Darius, keep in mind that some people have very poor peripheral vision...maybe motorcyles aren't for them. Also a lot of it has nothing to do with actual vision, its a perception/concentration thing. You're moving so fast coming up on other vehicles and the like, that all your concentration is forward. As you get better at it, your perception should widen. Gavin Gavin Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. If you don't take it out and use it, its going to rust. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattM 0 #22 March 14, 2006 QuoteDude how do you get caught doing 155. By the time the cop gets to 60 your about a half a mile away. You take the first exit then your out. Because radios are faster than motorcycles and cop cars... Matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #23 March 14, 2006 155 mph crowded conditions tunnel vision I hope they take away his bike and permanently remove any right to a license for a bike. And do it for anyone that acts this stupid If someone wants to go fast, there's races and training for that. ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nukrites 0 #24 March 14, 2006 hm...190mph on my hayabusa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #25 March 14, 2006 QuoteQuoteDude how do you get caught doing 155. By the time the cop gets to 60 your about a half a mile away. You take the first exit then your out. Because radios are faster than motorcycles and cop cars... That why you take our first exit when the guy has no idea where you are what is he going to radio?I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
