Motorcyclist Clocked at 72 MPH in 25 MPH Zone While Rushing for McDonald's Breakfast

A Virginia man was ticketed for speeding at 72 mph in a 25 mph zone after telling police he was racing to get McDonald's breakfast before the cutoff time. The incident occurred on August 16 in Manassas, Virginia.

Officers clocked the motorcyclist traveling at 72 mph in a 25 mph zone. Body camera footage released by the Manassas City Police Department shows the rider admitting he was speeding to make it to McDonald's. "I was trying to hit the McDonald’s breakfast," the man told the officer, adding that he had left without even putting on socks in his haste.

The stop took place at 10:43 a.m. on a Sunday, a time when most McDonald's locations typically end their breakfast service around 11 a.m. The officer, who identified himself as a fellow motorcycle rider, informed the man of the dangerous speed and the potential consequences.

"Seventy-two is way too fast," the officer stated, and the rider expressed surprise at his actual speed. He mentioned his father was upset about his reckless driving. The officer cautioned the rider about the dangers of high-speed riding, noting, "At 72, if someone pulls in front of you? Dude, you’re done. You got to be mindful."

The motorcyclist received a ticket for reckless driving and other traffic offenses. The police department used the incident to issue a public safety reminder, stating on X, "Speeding can turn a ride into a tragedy. Slow down, stay alert, and ride safe. Your life is worth the extra time."

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding was a contributing factor in approximately 36% to 37% of fatal motorcycle crashes nationwide in 2025. In Virginia, over 100 motorcyclists died in crashes in 2025, with speeding estimated to have played a role in 36 to 56 of those fatalities.