Gassing up and paying with helmet on?

[Beemer]

Imagine being addicted to "pee"

Now you're just taking the piss...

[CookMySock]

Several years ago, when I walked into a diary, I was surprised by the look of sheer terror on the face of the woman behind the counter.

Haha, I'm surprised she didn't swing her shotgun over the counter at you.

As for Mikkel's post, that kind of attitude it what gives motorcyclists a bad name. How the hell do they know it's YOUR eftpos card you're holding as you enter with your helmet on? Would you be as rude and obnoxious if it were the owner of the service station asking you to remove your helmet before going in or is your attitude reserved for the poor plebs who get minimum wage and are expected to put up with this kind of shit and smile? They don't make the rules but they are the ones who have to deal with the fall out if they don't follow them.

As Hoon says, you are NOT a valued customer - any more than you are a valued customer of the liquor store where you buy your grog or the supermarket where you buy your groceries. You are A customer, that's all, and if you don't like their rules, then it's up to YOU to fuck off, not them!

Well, I can't figure out what to snip out of that post, so I'll include the lot.

I am very, VERY careful leaving my fullface helmet on. And I would not remotely consider leaving a tinted visor down - that is going to get you clouted with a 4x2. Clout first, ask questions later.

However, referring to the original posting, you have to meet this particular attendant in person to see just what sort of dickhead he is. My wife and I are having a quiet chuckle how this idiots' rudeness has come back to bite him on an internet forum - as it does. I filled my boat there some years ago, only to have him saunter over - I asked him to take care of it, and he responds "I don't do boats" and quietly saunter off.. Riiiite.

Fuck him, I say. He's an angry old cunt who likes to be abusive whenever he thinks he is right.

Steve

[DarkLord]

Depends. If it's a warm day and I'm perhaps getting something else, then sure. If it's freezing cold and I am all wrapped up in my ninja mask thingie, helmet, scarf and earplugs, then forget it. It's not worth the effort. Besides no one has complained at me yet.

[munster]

Mmmm. What I'm getting out of this thread is that the 'Stig' wouldn't get served in NZ.

[tigertim20]

A few of you guys have made a comparison to banks and supermarkets etc, and there are a couple of imprtant differences in each case, firstly, a Petrol station is a matter of seconds of your, in regards of how long you spend in your shop, Not really worth taking your helmet off, however a supermarket and a bank require quite a lot longer time-wise.

and MORE IMPORTANTLY in this case, the poster uses the petrol station far more frequently than either a bank or a supermarket, and the fact here is that as soon as he pulls up to the place, the guy knows EXACTLY who he is, thus invalidating the need to remove the helmet and see him. He is just being a pedantic shit head. I say just put exact amounts in, then put the money on the counter, and walk out. Pretend like he aint even there. That will fuck him off even more

[Alunks]

if its regular pit stops, i don't see why you can't take your helmet off. if it was a long touring trip where you have face mask, neck supporter and every thing zipped, thats different or you can always point the finger at them and move on to the next gas station? personally i would slash his tires or give him a good beating. your choice

[Beemer]

However, referring to the original posting, you have to meet this particular attendant in person to see just what sort of dickhead he is. My wife and I are having a quiet chuckle how this idiots' rudeness has come back to bite him on an internet forum - as it does. I filled my boat there some years ago, only to have him saunter over - I asked him to take care of it, and he responds "I don't do boats" and quietly saunter off.. Riiiite.

Fuck him, I say. He's an angry old cunt who likes to be abusive whenever he thinks he is right.

Steve

That's an entirely different matter - if he is rude and obnoxious, complain about him. If he's just enforcing the rules about helmets then put up with it or go elsewhere.

One thing puzzles me though, I had no idea my brother had quit his job and gone to work in the local service station - this sounds JUST like him!

[Slyer]

A few of you guys have made a comparison to banks and supermarkets etc, and there are a couple of imprtant differences in each case, firstly, a Petrol station is a matter of seconds of your, in regards of how long you spend in your shop, Not really worth taking your helmet off, however a supermarket and a bank require quite a lot longer time-wise.

Yep, but these are all arguments that are up to the petrol station to consider.

[Beemer]

A few of you guys have made a comparison to banks and supermarkets etc, and there are a couple of imprtant differences in each case, firstly, a Petrol station is a matter of seconds of your, in regards of how long you spend in your shop, Not really worth taking your helmet off, however a supermarket and a bank require quite a lot longer time-wise.

and MORE IMPORTANTLY in this case, the poster uses the petrol station far more frequently than either a bank or a supermarket, and the fact here is that as soon as he pulls up to the place, the guy knows EXACTLY who he is, thus invalidating the need to remove the helmet and see him. He is just being a pedantic shit head. I say just put exact amounts in, then put the money on the counter, and walk out. Pretend like he aint even there. That will fuck him off even more

No difference at all! Just because you are there for a shorter time doesn't mean the same rules don't apply! It's like saying if you steal $1 from a bank it doesn't compare with stealing millions! And I'd love to know which station you fill at that you are only there for seconds - all the ones I've been to take ages.

The service station probably serves hundreds, if not thousands, of customers every day. A guy filling his bike two or three times a week is not a big deal - I bet the local cops or sales reps fill up more often. Try filling up, putting money on the counter and walking out, while wearing a helmet, and see how long it takes for this 'pedantic shit' to complain to the cops and have you barred - which is a very likely outcome.

[dipshit]

Nope, I never walk into a dairy, bank, or any other shop with a helmet on either. Plus you look like a retard standing in a shop queue with a (full-face) helmet on.

Surprising to see so many lazy as fu*k motorcyclists that think they are too special to bother though.

Or maybe not surprising really.

[Max Preload]

And I bet the assistant LOVES your attitude! So no "please" or "thank you" at all? And if you are asking for a receipt, then what's wrong with taking your helmet off?

I'm there to pay for my petrol, not make friends. All I need to say is "Pump number 5 and can I have a receipt please." Then "Thanks".

If asking for a receipt, where's the need to remove your helmet? If you remove your helmet, they assume you can hear them and I'm not removing my earplugs too.

[Ixion]

Well, I almost always take my helmet off , as I walk through the door (leave it on while filling). Dunno why though, I just do. Feels strange and not very 'nice' dealing with someone wearing it. Open face might be another matter.

I do object to those who (a) demand I remove while I'm actually doing the filling - I don't have enough hands to hang on to it; or (b) bitch and moan because I've taken the first couple of steps inside while I'm undoing the clip and obviously removing it. Piss off . Had both of those.

[dipshit]

if it was a long touring trip where you have face mask, neck supporter and every thing zipped, thats different

If you're on a long trip - it's usually good to get your helmet off and have some water/drink and a snack break regularly. Stopping for petrol is a good time for that. Not to mention giving your visor a wash.

[Stormer]

My helmet stays on at the GSXR`s local, Shell Chapel St, Masterton.
No problems and no signs that I`ve seen saying otherwise.
Mind you, this is during daytime...night time, especially at weekends around that area, can get real dodgy and things might change.

[tigertim20]

No difference at all! Just because you are there for a shorter time doesn't mean the same rules don't apply! It's like saying if you steal $1 from a bank it doesn't compare with stealing millions! And I'd love to know which station you fill at that you are only there for seconds - all the ones I've been to take ages.

The service station probably serves hundreds, if not thousands, of customers every day. A guy filling his bike two or three times a week is not a big deal - I bet the local cops or sales reps fill up more often. Try filling up, putting money on the counter and walking out, while wearing a helmet, and see how long it takes for this 'pedantic shit' to complain to the cops and have you barred - which is a very likely outcome.

I disgree mate, I worked at a petrol station for two years, only doing 1 or 2 days a week, and I STILL knew almost every regular, many of them by first name, you get to know the people, and theres no reason to ask someone THAT YOU KNOW to show their face, and thats the point really, otherwise you're just being a pedantic cock. I never asked people to take their helmet off, and there were PLENTY of bikers coming through there. hell if theyve filled up, walked into my shop and are holding their wallet, I dont give a fuck. are you going to tell me that Muslim women should be forced to take their Burka off when coming into the shop? no. a petrol station is "heres the money, Im outta here" there is no need to have to take the helmet off.
and shit if it was that important theyd make you take off a cap if you were wearing one, cos thats still going to obscure your face, how many people have you ever seen be asked to/willingly take off a hat when buying petrol? answer= fuckall.
All IM saying is that if its your regular, and you both know, that you both know who each other is, then there isnt any point, its just friggin annoying to take the helmet off.
On a long trip and going to a station you DONT use regularly is a different story, because THERE the people have no idea who you are. You dont need to take a helmet off to be polite.