I cock mine before I ever put it on the 4 wheeler, w/ arrow in it on my property. I can legally hunt here off of my 4 wheeler, but don't at my other places. I also got some of those cheap aluminum caribiners tied on my pull ropes so I can just hook them on the stirrup and not have to fool w/ knots. I shot a small but tasty doe last year passing thru my place on my way back bear hunting. They seem to be very tolerant of atv's and tractors, ect. While we are on the subject, a reminder to those who may not know, BUT NEVER pull your bow up to stand w/ arrow on the rail!!