u/alter-k

Hi guys, tomorrow I’ll be taking delivery of adv x . And the new hsrp number plate will take a week to arrive ig. Will there be any issues ? And legally can I ride a bike until number plate is provided with printed number provided by showroom?

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I was heading home around 4 AM in a Rapido auto when two cops on a bike stopped us - full on filmy style. MFs!

I've been in Bangalore for 11 years and can manage basic Kannada, so I asked what was going on. Right from the start, the way the officer spoke to me felt completely unnecessary. Still, I cooperated.

He checked my bag. I'm a guy with long hair, so unfortunately I'm no stranger to being profiled. Fine, whatever.

Then he demanded my phone.

I know they can't just search your phone without due process, but I didn't want things to escalate. I unlocked it and told him, "You tell me what you want to see, and I'll show you." He kept trying to take the phone from my hand, which I refused to allow.

He typed 'weed' to search my chats - found absolutely nothing, and then suddenly told me I had to come to the police station for a blood test.

That's when I lost it.

I immediately called 112 and told the operator I was being harassed. The officer hadn't even identified himself or told me which police station he was from. Soon two more cops arrived.

I stood my ground. I told them I was happy to come for a blood test because, last I checked, taking an auto home at 4 AM isn't a crime. Then they changed their tune and claimed I was "creating a ruckus under the influence."

A few minutes later, after realizing I wasn't backing down, they suddenly switched to, "We're just looking out for your safety."

I told them, "This doesn't look anything like concern for my safety."

And just like that... they let me go. Lehen k bode!!!

No apology. No explanation. Nothing.

Has anyone else experienced something similar? Can the police legally demand to search your phone or threaten a blood test without any basis? I'd really like to know what my rights are if this ever happens again.

I’m planning to buy a full set of riding gear. Could you suggest some shops where I can get good deals?

Also, please recommend what gear I should buy considering I’ll mostly be doing weekend rides, occasional long tours, and longer-distance rides. I’m looking for a jacket and pants with good ventilation, and a helmet that has minimal wind noise.