April 27th, 2013, 07:20 PM | #1 |
Laser Quest
Name: Austin
Location: Ventura county
Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 245
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Cousin crashed today
My dad texted me today that my cousin was in a bad crash this morning. I don't have much contact with my dad's side of the family so I hadn't seen him in a while. He wanted to follow in the family and got a motorcycle about 6 months ago.
I'm still not sure of the cause of the accident either, everyone's priority right now is making sure he is going to be okay. He was always in trouble as a kid and his dad is really a socially weird guy so I think didn't help his growing up. He's only 20 but been arrested about 3 times for various things. He liked the cool factor of having a bike, and despite a lot of concern from the family he would ride with nothing but a half shell helmet. I also found out today that he didn't actually have his class M license or any sort of safety course training. He already had enough trouble with wrecking cars and driving poorly. They can't tell us what his chances are at the moment, he's in really bad shape and been in surgery for a few hours just trying to save his right foot. Never had an accident quite this close to me, but it doesn't deter me from riding. I practice safe techniques, always wear all my gear, and know what risks are involved. I really hope he pulls through. |
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April 27th, 2013, 07:23 PM | #2 |
Certifiable nontundrum
Name: Harper
Location: NC Milkshake stand
Join Date: Mar 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 SE NINJA 300 Posts: Too much.
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Hope they get him back in shape.
Good call on your safety standards! |
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April 27th, 2013, 07:24 PM | #3 |
The Corner Whisperer
Name: Chris (aka Reactor)
Location: Northern KY
Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much.
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Best wishes Austin for you and your family.
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April 27th, 2013, 07:26 PM | #4 |
Laser Quest
Name: Austin
Location: Ventura county
Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 245
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Thank you guys for your support
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April 27th, 2013, 07:37 PM | #5 |
Boring is my middle name.
Name: Jason
Location: Bay Area, CA
Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 258
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Damn that sucks, I never like hearing about people crashing. I hope your cousin makes it out okay Austin.
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April 27th, 2013, 07:44 PM | #6 |
Laser Quest
Name: Austin
Location: Ventura county
Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 245
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Thanks Jason, it will probly be touch and go for a while. But I'll make sure to keep you guys updated.
It's... a bit difficult telling other friends about it. I realize it's hard for them to understand but whenever they hear of a crash they always try and force me to quit riding like it's the most dangerous thing in the world. |
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April 27th, 2013, 07:50 PM | #7 |
Laser Quest
Name: Austin
Location: Ventura county
Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 245
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My dad just updated me, his right tibia was snapped in half, with extensive nerve damage and his knee was dislocated. His foot was broken too. They're going to try and save the leg, if not they will have to amputate.
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April 27th, 2013, 08:05 PM | #8 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Joshua
Location: Loomis, CA
Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2008 (Black) Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: 151
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Sounds rough, my prayers are with him.
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April 27th, 2013, 09:06 PM | #9 | |
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Name: Hernan
Location: Florida
Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot.
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Let's hope for the best outcome.
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April 27th, 2013, 09:10 PM | #10 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Rebecca
Location: SF Bay Area
Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 w/ ABS, 2014 NC700X, 2008 Ninja 250 (sold), 2002 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: A lot.
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Dang, that's scary. Hope he pulls through. Might be time for a heart to heart about riding after he recovers too.
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April 27th, 2013, 09:23 PM | #11 |
Laser Quest
Name: Austin
Location: Ventura county
Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Black Ninja 250r Posts: 245
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Thank you all for the good wishes and an understanding community. Makes things a little easier
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April 28th, 2013, 01:52 AM | #12 |
ninjette.org member
Name: Wesley
Location: San Luis Obispo
Join Date: Feb 2013 Motorcycle(s): 1999 Ninja 250ex 1989 Ninja 250ex 2005 Ninja 250ex 2007 Ninja 250ex 2011 Ninja 250r 1993 CBR600 Posts: 199
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Never good to hear a fellow rider going down. Hope the best and that he makes it. Glad it hasn't scared you out of riding! It happens but there is not much you can do about it just keep riding.
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April 30th, 2013, 06:41 PM | #13 |
ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Mark
Location: Portland
Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): Cheap Italian Suit. Otherwise known as Dew Kitty Posts: A lot.
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Here's hoping for a quick and full recovery. Tough deal.
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