Totaled my bike today
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Totaled my bike today
Leaving work to go home and start my vacation, guy didnt stop at the intersection and i slammed into the side of his door destroying my scooter and breaking a finger. Lucky to be alive.
So stay safe everyone.
So stay safe everyone.
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Sorry to hear glad yer ok besides the finger...
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As one who also owns an '87 SE50 and who was also involved in a bad accident last October (on another bike - an '86 CH150D Elite) I can definitely relate to your situation. I'm glad to hear that except for the broken finger you're OK and as far as the scooter is concerned, it's replaceable. Hopefully the other party has insurance and you'll be adequately compensated for both your injury and your scooter. Take care,Feral_Sparky wrote:Leaving work to go home and start my vacation, guy didnt stop at the intersection and i slammed into the side of his door destroying my scooter and breaking a finger. Lucky to be alive.
So stay safe everyone.
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So true, the mechanical things can be replaced, although sentimental value cannot.
Here's to you healing fast. I've had a few close calls too (while riding and driving).
Many times, it's the inattention of the driver that is the cause. Also these types of incidents seems to be more frequent when the driver is 'in a hurry' (which often times I remind myself whenever I am in a hurry also, so I do my best to calm down during driving and/or riding and whenever I see another 'rider' to give him/her the extra room that they need).
I'm glad you're alright (even though you've hurt your finger, it could've been worse). Do you know if you'll get compensation for the replacement of your bike? It's a sucky way to start your vacation!
Here's to you healing fast. I've had a few close calls too (while riding and driving).
Many times, it's the inattention of the driver that is the cause. Also these types of incidents seems to be more frequent when the driver is 'in a hurry' (which often times I remind myself whenever I am in a hurry also, so I do my best to calm down during driving and/or riding and whenever I see another 'rider' to give him/her the extra room that they need).
I'm glad you're alright (even though you've hurt your finger, it could've been worse). Do you know if you'll get compensation for the replacement of your bike? It's a sucky way to start your vacation!
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Woah man, sorry to hear....
Glad you came out pretty much OK.....
Scooters are replaceable and you shall find an even better one for yourself if you choose to....
Take care an enjoy your vacation time....
Glad you came out pretty much OK.....
Scooters are replaceable and you shall find an even better one for yourself if you choose to....
Take care an enjoy your vacation time....
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'86 Aero (AF16 Corsa-SEF Black-OKO21mm-8.44)
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Re: Totaled my bike today
That sucks, sorry to hear.
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1995 Yamaha Jog
1994 Yamaha Axis
I can't believe
that cop put me
in the backseat
when I clearly
called shotgun.
1995 Yamaha Jog
1994 Yamaha Axis
I can't believe
that cop put me
in the backseat
when I clearly
called shotgun.
Re: Totaled my bike today
Glad your ok man!
Hope its the middle finger that's broken, more fun to show people that way !
Take care!
D
Hope its the middle finger that's broken, more fun to show people that way !
Take care!
D
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Sorry 'bout the scoot, but Glad to hear you are somewhat OK ...
....hope you heal quickly!
....hope you heal quickly!
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Yeah once they pay me compensation for damages and health costs. I might keep the parts as my buddy in Michigan where I plan to move to soon anyways has similar bikes and could use em more then me. I plan to get a brand new bike with the compensation.
I have a lawyer coming over tommarow to talk about what were going to do and how to pursue the case.
I have a lawyer coming over tommarow to talk about what were going to do and how to pursue the case.
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I am sorry to hear that you went down! May you heal quickly, and get alot more than fair compensation for your hospital bills and the loss of your ride.
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I think they call that pain and suffering.GearNut wrote:I am sorry to hear that you went down! May you heal quickly, and get alot more than fair compensation for your hospital bills and the loss of your ride.
motormike wrote:Errands become adventures.
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wear full face helmet, jean pant, jacket and shoes.
ride safe and have fun!
loud pipe can get attention of the vehicle driver ROFL
ride safe and have fun!
loud pipe can get attention of the vehicle driver ROFL
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I hope by brand new we are talkin about a used one in good shape. Stay 2-stroke! Good luck on your settlement. Glad your ok.Feral_Sparky wrote:Yeah once they pay me compensation for damages and health costs. I might keep the parts as my buddy in Michigan where I plan to move to soon anyways has similar bikes and could use em more then me. I plan to get a brand new bike with the compensation.
I have a lawyer coming over tommarow to talk about what were going to do and how to pursue the case.
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50mm BBK (tai)
26mm OKO (round slide) 135 Main Jet
V-8 pipe
39/18 secondary gears (7.583:1 ratio)
36 grams in Prodigy variator
Malossi Delta Clutch & WIng Bell- Thanks RED EFT
65mph GPS (on the freeway)
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Glad you're in one piece.