It's hilarious reading about how some of you complain about the police. Seriously, as much as it may seem like they are bothering you, perhaps if less people did less illegal things on bikes then you will get hassled less. In Australia it is illegal to ride a bike without a helmet... Then there are a mass of other laws that if you break and are seen breaking them, sure enough the cop can book you. Now think about this, if the cops weren't around at all, it is very likely your bike would be stolen. Even more likely someone will mug you and steal your bike while leaving you in a bloodied mess. Cops can be nasty but if you had to put up with half the crap they do all do from uncooperative people you might begin to understand why they are like they are. Seriously, if a cop is asking you to do something, do what they say. Be polite etc etc and it is much more likely to be over quickly, and less likely to result in you getting a fine.