Gas station issues, helmet off? - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

FZ6er_FSR · 07-26-2008, 05:59 AM

Hi,

I'm wonder if anybody has this problem:

When I go fill up my car at the gas station, pull in next to a pump, get out, put the nozzle to the gas tank, swipe my prepay key, then select the octane and start pumping, no problem here.

When go fill up my bike, I get off my bike, keep my helmet on, nozzle to the tank and swipe my key, my transaction is cancelled and asked to go see the clerk. So, I wait, let the pump reset, and start filling up and going inside to swipe my key at the counter with my helmet on.

So, now when I fill the bike, I get off, take my time and take my helmet off and do the same procedure as for my car, no problems.

Anybody having this issue? Is it cause my gas station thinks I'm gonna do a pump and run eventhough I have a prepay key and points card? Or is there some policy about the gas station camera being able to see your face?

**fast blue one** · 07-26-2008, 06:07 AM

This is a common problem in the UK.
There was recently a case in point involving a supermarket chain which insisted that a rider removed his helmet before paying at the till, yet then immediately served the next customer who was wearing a Burka.
He complained about the obvious double standard but they said that the policy stood.
The annoying thing is that this chain has a facility to pay by card at the pump but their terminals are regularly out of action.

Motorcycle news in the UK runs a page on their site where readers can list anti and pro bike filling stations.

Anti-bike petrol stations - Motorcycle News

Rushiku · 07-26-2008, 06:17 AM

No problems here (Chicagoland), with helmet on.

I did have to go in once a few weeks ago, it was my third pump at that station in about 2 hours. (cage, gas for lawnmower, then finally the bike) So, I assume it was the bank moreso than the gas station.

chuckfz6ryder · 07-26-2008, 06:20 AM

Removing your helmet is a good thing to do for safety reasons. If a fire were to start, your hearing would be impaired with the helmet on and you may not notice the fire right away. Even a few seconds wasted before realizing a fire is burning could be the difference in getting hurt/killed

**reiobard** · 07-26-2008, 06:29 AM

if there were a fire i would prefer to be wearing a helmet.. personally at least.

But back on topic, no i have not had that problem around here. if the pump won;t take my card for whatever reason i will leave and go to the next station, i refuse to inconvenience myself for something so petty. and if they don't like it then they don't get my money.

madmanmaigret · 07-26-2008, 06:29 AM

Besides the aforementioned safety concerns, it probably makes the clerk feel better to see your face. One day I was walking into a Burger King and was still in the process of taking my helmet off and the guy at the counter started screaming "take off your helmet!!!!" and at first I was kinda pi$$ed but I think if I was in his shoes thinking this guy may have a gun and in a few seconds it may be in my face...... I would want his helmet to be off also. It sucks we have this bad name to the public but I do whatever I can to make it better.

**blueMONday** · 07-26-2008, 06:32 AM

It's probably for the security cameras as well, the guy with the burka is still showing his entire face. Unlike us behind the helmet, its only a small portion of our face. Not sure but just my $0.02

madmanmaigret · 07-26-2008, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueMONday

It's probably for the security cameras as well, the guy with the burka is still showing his entire face. Unlike us behind the helmet, its only a small portion of our face. Not sure but just my $0.02

Taking this into concideration.... put your helmet up on your head where your face is showing...... see what happens.

dako81 · 07-26-2008, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blueMONday

It's probably for the security cameras as well, the guy with the burka is still showing his entire face. Unlike us behind the helmet, its only a small portion of our face. Not sure but just my $0.02

A burka is usually worn by a female and only reveals enough face for her eyes to see out of.

Here is a burka bandit:

Some actually have a mesh window for the woman to see out of.

CanadianFZ6 · 07-26-2008, 06:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chuckfz6ryder

Removing your helmet is a good thing to do for safety reasons. If a fire were to start, your hearing would be impaired with the helmet on and you may not notice the fire right away. Even a few seconds wasted before realizing a fire is burning could be the difference in getting hurt/killed

You're more likey to smell or see it first... Small fires just aren't that noisy.... Big fires (with explosions) would be noisy, however, if you can't see a big fire happening and people running screaming, hearing loss from the helmet is the least of you worries...

07-26-2008, 05:59 AM	#1 (permalink)
FZ6er_FSR Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Montréal, PQ Bike: 2006 FZ6 Posts: 81 Rep Power: 3 Member #2440	Gas station issues, helmet off? Hi, I'm wonder if anybody has this problem: When I go fill up my car at the gas station, pull in next to a pump, get out, put the nozzle to the gas tank, swipe my prepay key, then select the octane and start pumping, no problem here. When go fill up my bike, I get off my bike, keep my helmet on, nozzle to the tank and swipe my key, my transaction is cancelled and asked to go see the clerk. So, I wait, let the pump reset, and start filling up and going inside to swipe my key at the counter with my helmet on. So, now when I fill the bike, I get off, take my time and take my helmet off and do the same procedure as for my car, no problems. Anybody having this issue? Is it cause my gas station thinks I'm gonna do a pump and run eventhough I have a prepay key and points card? Or is there some policy about the gas station camera being able to see your face? __________________ (\___/) ( ='.'= ) (")__(") This is Bunny. Copy and paste bunny into your signature to help him gain world domination. Last edited by FZ6er_FSR; 07-26-2008 at 06:01 AM.. Reason: grammar

07-26-2008, 06:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
fast blue one The number of the beast Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Stevenage near London UK Bike: FZ6 s2 07 Posts: 640 Rep Power: 12 Member #666	Re: Gas station issues, helmet off? This is a common problem in the UK. There was recently a case in point involving a supermarket chain which insisted that a rider removed his helmet before paying at the till, yet then immediately served the next customer who was wearing a Burka. He complained about the obvious double standard but they said that the policy stood. The annoying thing is that this chain has a facility to pay by card at the pump but their terminals are regularly out of action. Motorcycle news in the UK runs a page on their site where readers can list anti and pro bike filling stations. Anti-bike petrol stations - Motorcycle News __________________ Remember; A Good emergency stop is one that you can walk away from, A Great emergency stop is one where the bike can be used again.

07-26-2008, 06:17 AM	#3 (permalink)
Rushiku Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: North Aurora, IL Bike: 2005 FZ6 Posts: 107 Rep Power: 3 Member #2938	Re: Gas station issues, helmet off? No problems here (Chicagoland), with helmet on. I did have to go in once a few weeks ago, it was my third pump at that station in about 2 hours. (cage, gas for lawnmower, then finally the bike) So, I assume it was the bank moreso than the gas station. __________________ mods: FAZR6's FE, Leo Vince SBK Exhaust gear: HJC CL-SP w/ blue Osiris graphics, Tour Master Intake jacket, Cortech HDX gloves, combat boots and jeans :/ "The government cannot give you anything it doesn't take away from you first."

07-26-2008, 06:20 AM	#4 (permalink)
chuckfz6ryder Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lakeville MA Bike: 2007 FZ6 "faster Blue" Posts: 151 Rep Power: 7 Member #269	Re: Gas station issues, helmet off? Removing your helmet is a good thing to do for safety reasons. If a fire were to start, your hearing would be impaired with the helmet on and you may not notice the fire right away. Even a few seconds wasted before realizing a fire is burning could be the difference in getting hurt/killed

07-26-2008, 06:29 AM	#5 (permalink)
reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,205 Rep Power: 70 Member #991	Re: Gas station issues, helmet off? if there were a fire i would prefer to be wearing a helmet.. personally at least. But back on topic, no i have not had that problem around here. if the pump won;t take my card for whatever reason i will leave and go to the next station, i refuse to inconvenience myself for something so petty. and if they don't like it then they don't get my money.

07-26-2008, 06:29 AM	#6 (permalink)
madmanmaigret Mad like crazy not angry Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sarasota, FL Bike: 08 FZ6 Cobalt Blue (fastest color from FZ1) Posts: 1,753 Rep Power: 983 Member #1085	Re: Gas station issues, helmet off? Besides the aforementioned safety concerns, it probably makes the clerk feel better to see your face. One day I was walking into a Burger King and was still in the process of taking my helmet off and the guy at the counter started screaming "take off your helmet!!!!" and at first I was kinda pi$$ed but I think if I was in his shoes thinking this guy may have a gun and in a few seconds it may be in my face...... I would want his helmet to be off also. It sucks we have this bad name to the public but I do whatever I can to make it better. __________________ 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6: Purchased October 31st, 2007 Mods:Painted: radiator covers, exhaust covers, and rear footpegs. FAZR6 Fender Eliminator. FS6 Sliders W/Motovation Hardware. Minor Airbox Mod. Sticker removal. To Be Continued... GO RED SOX!!!!!!

07-26-2008, 06:32 AM	#7 (permalink)
blueMONday Super Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Edison, New Jersey Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 643 Rep Power: 23 Member #741	Re: Gas station issues, helmet off? It's probably for the security cameras as well, the guy with the burka is still showing his entire face. Unlike us behind the helmet, its only a small portion of our face. Not sure but just my $0.02 __________________ Once your reputation is ruined, then you can live freely. Mods: b_d43's dual headlight, Givi E37,Givi E21 + racks, Givi E37 brakelight, Yamaha lower cowl, CalSci 8+ windshield, FIAMM FreewayBlaster, Acerbis MX handguards, Phillips Xtreme bulbs, Uncaged Frame sliders, Motorcyle cigarette power socket, RAM Mount-Aquabox, Throttlemeister, Two Brothers Titanium, Power Commander III, K&N air filter

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