|
15 Aug 2013
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: antigua,guatemala
Posts: 216
|
|
New traffic regulation in Guatemala
Starting today we have a few unbelievable new traffic regulations regarding motorcycles :
-We (the ones using bikes with local license plates) are supposed to wear an orange vest with the license plate # on the back . The same goes for the helmet.
-All the motorcycles are supposed to stay on the right side of the right lane all the time .
-Lane splitting is illegal .
The fine for ignoring all the above mentioned, is Q.1000.00 (US $130)
Nobody knows how they want to enforce this law. In the major cities and towns it's the city police who is in charge of traffic regulation and they don't depend from the federal government . A few of the major citie polices departments already stated that they will NOT enforce this stupid law.
Nobody has the manpower to enforce this law .
|
15 Aug 2013
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Mexico
Posts: 338
|
|
Guau!
Not good. I remember the picture of the sign you once sent me.
"Somos hartos de los politicos" o algo si.
I thought only Mexican politicians had a hammerlock on stupidity. Looks like we are exporting it!
|
31 Aug 2013
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Colfax , illinois
Posts: 77
|
|
should be only for the crappy chinese bikes
|
31 Aug 2013
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Colfax , illinois
Posts: 77
|
|
we'll see if they can catch me when i swing thru guat city traffic.
|
1 Sep 2013
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Mimbres, New Mexico, USA
Posts: 510
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by MikeMike
Guau!
Not good. I remember the picture of the sign you once sent me.
"Somos hartos de los politicos" o algo si.
|
I saw a similar billboard on the interamericana in Guatemala, in at least two places. I didn't take a picture, but my recollection is it said "Politicos Son Mierdas" then "Ya Estamos Hartos".
My spanish sucks, but I translate that as "politicians are shits, we've had enough."
|
20 Sep 2013
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Canada
Posts: 56
|
|
At least the cops are lazy...
Rode helmetless through Xela with some kid on my bike right past a cop stop and a patrol truck and neither of them blinked. I was following guate bikes doing the same thing.
|
25 Sep 2013
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: antigua,guatemala
Posts: 216
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by ElExplorador
Rode helmetless through Xela with some kid on my bike right past a cop stop and a patrol truck and neither of them blinked. I was following guate bikes doing the same thing.
|
Riding helmetless is a pretty smart thing to do
The police didn't do anything, because they are not supposed to inforce the new law until October 15
|
26 Sep 2013
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Colfax , illinois
Posts: 77
|
|
nothing is gonna happen here, TIG !!!!!!!! ( this is guatemala)
|
26 Sep 2013
|
|
Registered Users
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Melbourne
Posts: 65
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by MikeMike
Guau!
Not good. I remember the picture of the sign you once sent me.
"Somos hartos de los politicos" o algo si.
I thought only Mexican politicians had a hammerlock on stupidity. Looks like we are exporting it!
|
Hey Mike, what makes you think that Mexico has a monopoly on STUPID Politicians;
we have them ALL over the world!!!!
__________________
I'm not getting older; I'm just progressing through LIFE!! Harleys do not have a throttle- they have VOLUME control!!!
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|