So I went out for lunch and having found a road with a few twists I took it. The road twist right left right. On the left turn I realized I was too far out so I decided I would straighten out. I applied the brakes before being fully upright lost control and fell to the right. I was going about 40 in a 20mph turn. The bike is ok but I bent he foot brake lever, scratched the right side and mirror and broke my front turn signal. Will post pictures later...

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What about you? You ok?

In hindsight, do you think it might have been a better idea to counter-steer more, increasing your lean angle and then trust your bike can get you out of the bad situation you put it in? (I know from experience that in practise it can be hard to commit to a tighter turn than you feel comfortable doing)

The bike can be fixed, how are you? All Ok? Gear do it's job?

Akima
I'm ok. It was just funny coming back to the office and explaining torn pants. Yes it would have been better to lean more and accelerate. In fact just following through would have likely worked out. I'm still just a noob with a whole month of driving under my belt...
csmith12
Yeah the gear definitely did its job. I don't have boots yet but this incident made me want to get some ASAP. I always feel like riding with just my helmet (no gloves or jacket) but this made me realize the importance of always wearing gear. I was a hole quarter mile from work...

Thanks guys for the concern/well wishes and advice

Not to beat up on you after your crash, but it sounds like you were trying to ride beyond your skill-set ("I'm still just a noob with a whole month of driving under my belt...") & doing 40mph in a 20mph turn. ATGATT & ride within your limits!

Be careful & have fun.

Sorry to read about your accident bro. That sh!t happens to us all and you can now dust your shoulders and proclaim with pride that you're part of those who've felt the pain, unlike those that have yet to feel it. Learn to respect the bike and your limits and don't let this discourage you from riding.

Definitely glad you were able to get up and walk away. Bikes can be fixed! And by the number of parts websites and parts available out here, remember it happens to lots of us. Do not beat your self up.

Use this as a learning lesson - and it sounds like you're on the right track. You've identified what you did wrong and what you can do to get better. And make sure you give your mind time to heal, those wounds can be the deepest! (ask me how I know)

If you have not already, look into a MSF. After my crash it rebuilt the foundation I thought I had with the RIGHT skills. It will still take many years and many more miles to truly be the rider I want to be, but getting the right foundation (if you haven't already) will help you achieve your riding goals.

Glad you are alright bud!

Sorry to read about your accident bro. That sh!t happens to us all and you can now dust your shoulders and proclaim with pride that you're part of those who've felt the pain, unlike those that have yet to feel it. Learn to respect the bike and your limits and don't let this discourage you from riding.

Perfectly said.

Thanks everyone. I will definitely be more careful. And I did take the MSF BRC. I think I will go over my handbook.
Happy riding everyone

Sorry to read about your accident bro. That sh!t happens to us all and you can now dust your shoulders and proclaim with pride that you're part of those who've felt the pain, unlike those that have yet to feel it. Learn to respect the bike and your limits and don't let this discourage you from riding.

Perfectly said.

Agreed. Well put EK.

jmora3: lotsa people here (including me) are fond of Keith Code's books and films. You might like to start by watching his film Keith Code Twist of the Wrist 2. It's very informative and I find it funny too :D