Motorcyclist Saved from Burning Car

Linuss · September 13th, 2011, 07:35 AM

In critical condition. Doesn't look like he was wearing a helmet... or any other gear. No word on if the driver is doing to be punished for being an idiot.

http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/52...urtis.html.csp

http://youtu.be/PUxPWx4YW20

LoD575 · September 13th, 2011, 08:03 AM

Does not look promising. Seems to have been wearing no gear at all.

kaiserz · September 13th, 2011, 08:03 AM

tsk tsk. be careful out there guys.

CZroe · September 13th, 2011, 08:03 AM

Link to original page on YouTube.

ironglory · September 13th, 2011, 08:16 AM

ATGATT - its a no brainer!

Common sense is not common anymore. Please keep in mind that a motorcycle demands a lot of respect from the operator. It gives us alot of pleasure but if mishandled, things could go wrong fast & deadly.

I am a cager & your brother in rides - Ironglory. IMHO.

greg737 · September 13th, 2011, 08:19 AM

Look at this scene from Logan, Utah.

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/444998...-today_people/

Quote:

According to a report from KTVX-TV in Salt Lake City, Wright was riding his motorcycle on U.S. Highway 89 near the Utah State University campus Monday morning when a black BMW pulled out of a parking lot in front of him. Wright intentionally grounded his cycle to avoid getting hit — but his bike went up in flames and he slid underneath the auto, which was also on fire.

My bet is that the BMW driver will claim that the motorcyclist "came out of nowhere"

kaiserz · September 13th, 2011, 08:22 AM

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=85466

Live2ride · September 13th, 2011, 08:26 AM

I saw the video on national news last night; props to those people who actually care enough to help instead of sit around and watch like the crash that happened in NY...

Cazper · September 13th, 2011, 08:39 AM

WOW

That is incredible what can be done when adrenaline kicks in!!! Hope he's okay.

Honko · September 13th, 2011, 09:36 AM

Came to post this video, but saw the "Holy Crap!" and assumed it was the same one.

Apollo626 · September 13th, 2011, 09:49 AM

According to a CNN story the rider is now in stable condition.

He's lucky to be alive.

DaBlue1 · September 13th, 2011, 11:25 AM

Wow. Good to see they were able to get him out.

The article says motorcycle, but it looks more like a scooter to me. Note the rear swingarm, lack of noticeable motor, exhaust pipe and skinny tires. Also looks like a step thru frame. It's burning way too fast for any substantial amount of metal to be present.

Just my 2 cents.

dubojr1 · September 13th, 2011, 11:46 AM

At least they didn't drop the car back on this guy.

Alex · September 13th, 2011, 11:58 AM

/similar threads merged

miss_syn · September 13th, 2011, 12:30 PM

Oh wow I was just about to post that.

U5er · September 13th, 2011, 12:40 PM

Too bad the same couldn't be done for this guy, so very sad:

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=aec_1315576014

Ads on the site might be NSFW.

Heed · September 13th, 2011, 01:44 PM

Pretty awesome what adrenaline can do!

Linuss · September 13th, 2011, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by U5er

Too bad the same couldn't be done for this guy, so very sad:

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=aec_1315576014

Ads on the site might be NSFW.

Welcome to two weeks ago.

gt_turbo · September 13th, 2011, 03:14 PM

that was crazy.

Snake · September 13th, 2011, 03:31 PM

Just shows that we need to wear our gear and be aware of our soroudings.

akima · September 13th, 2011, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by U5er

Too bad the same couldn't be done for this guy, so very sad:

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=aec_1315576014

Ads on the site might be NSFW.

OMG:

Quote:

"He was wiggling his hands like he wanted help," witness Javanna Lewi tells the News. "He was all broken up underneath. His legs were twisted."

So horrible

Jiggles · September 13th, 2011, 03:38 PM

"Wright intentionally grounded his cycle to avoid getting hit"

I can't think of a time where intentionally low siding your bike is safer than stopping or swerving.

akima · September 13th, 2011, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

"Wright intentionally grounded his cycle to avoid getting hit"

I can't think of a time where intentionally low siding your bike is safer than stopping or swerving.

I'm not really sure how to intentionally low side my bike. I suppose you just keep on the gas and lock the handle bars in one direction?

Jiggles · September 13th, 2011, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akima

I'm not really sure how to intentionally low side my bike. I suppose you just keep on the gas and lock the handle bars in one direction?

I suppose slam on the rear brake and fall over. But I think controlled braking and then a last second swerve would be a much better idea. At least get your speed as low as possible before crashing

n4mwd · September 13th, 2011, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

"Wright intentionally grounded his cycle to avoid getting hit"

I can't think of a time where intentionally low siding your bike is safer than stopping or swerving.

It seems to be a common myth out there that you should lowside when a car pulls in front of you. Its never a good idea to do anything that could put you under the wheels of a car.

Note the similarities with the poor kid in New York. The difference is that the bystanders in this case acted and got the kid out from under the car. Unlike the kid in New York where the bystanders just gawked while the biker suffocated from the weight of the vehicle.

Sorry this guy was messed up. Beamers are like that. Glad to hear he's going to be OK. Hope he wears a helmet next time he rides.

rusninja · September 14th, 2011, 08:58 AM

Dang that gave me the chills :S

Jiggles · September 14th, 2011, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rusninja

Dang that gave me the chills :S

What did? Seeing Americans actually help eachother? Yea, it is pretty creepy

LazinCajun · September 14th, 2011, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

What did? Seeing Americans actually help eachother? Yea, it is pretty creepy

n4mwd · September 14th, 2011, 06:13 PM

They had a segment on Inside Edition this evening about it. They interviewed several of the heroes and read a statement that the biker put on his facebook page thanking them. He's still in critical condition but expected to make a full recovery.

massacremasses · September 14th, 2011, 06:22 PM

The difference is the type of people in each state... Seriously this a classic example of that.

*note: by people I DO NOT mean race.

CynicalC · September 14th, 2011, 07:04 PM

WHY WOULD THEY DO THAT

n4mwd · September 14th, 2011, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CynicalC

WHY WOULD THEY DO THAT

Must be the New York City version.

Alex · September 15th, 2011, 04:50 PM

Uplifting (pun intended) followup story:

Link on MSNBC

n4mwd · September 15th, 2011, 04:55 PM

He's a true biker to the core. He said he cried after learning of his bike's demise.

massacremasses · September 15th, 2011, 05:21 PM

Awesome to hear he made it!!!

rusninja · September 15th, 2011, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CynicalC

WHY WOULD THEY DO THAT

Thats what people do when they find out you have no gear :P

rusninja · September 15th, 2011, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

What did? Seeing Americans actually help eachother? Yea, it is pretty creepy

These to my understanding were not americans most atleast:P see the white suited up guy i think he actually leans on the trunk for a few.

akima · September 16th, 2011, 02:42 AM

Another "team america" rescue:

Link to original page on YouTube.

Mountain Dew · September 16th, 2011, 03:12 AM

According to the MSNBC link he had scrapes all over his body and a burn on his foot. $20 says most, if not all, of that could've been prevented by even minimal gear.

"He didn't bother putting on his helmet for the three to four mile journey, because he was in a hurry."

Not even going to point out how ridiculous that is.

n4mwd · September 16th, 2011, 05:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akima

Another "team america" rescue:

I've got to wonder how she got in that situation in the first place. Remember, we drive on the right and not the left. She really fits the stereotype of a woman who would pull right into a biker. Nevertheless, cheers to the bikers who helped her.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mountain Dew

According to the MSNBC link he had scrapes all over his body and a burn on his foot. $20 says most, if not all, of that could've been prevented by even minimal gear.

"He didn't bother putting on his helmet for the three to four mile journey, because he was in a hurry."

Not even going to point out how ridiculous that is.

In most cases, a helmet is beneficial. However, in this exact case, I think it would have complicated getting him out and because of its size, may have caused his neck to get wrenched as he rolled under the car.

But as far as the rest of the gear, it would have helped a lot with the road rash. I doubt gear would have prevented multiple leg fractures though.

September 13th, 2011, 07:35 AM	#1
Linuss ninjette.org guru Name: Steve Location: DFW Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250R Posts: 294	Motorcyclist Saved from Burning Car In critical condition. Doesn't look like he was wearing a helmet... or any other gear. No word on if the driver is doing to be punished for being an idiot. http://www.sltrib.com/sltrib/news/52...urtis.html.csp http://youtu.be/PUxPWx4YW20

September 13th, 2011, 08:16 AM	#5
ironglory ninjette.org member Name: Mhilz Location: Earth Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2005 ZZR600 Midnight Blue Posts: 114	ATGATT - its a no brainer! Common sense is not common anymore. Please keep in mind that a motorcycle demands a lot of respect from the operator. It gives us alot of pleasure but if mishandled, things could go wrong fast & deadly. I am a cager & your brother in rides - Ironglory. IMHO. __________________________________________________ A mind is like a parachute, open it up & enjoy the view.

September 13th, 2011, 08:26 AM	#8
Live2ride ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Cody Location: NoVa Join Date: Jan 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 yzf r6r previously: 09 ninja 250r, black 07 zx6r Posts: A lot.	I saw the video on national news last night; props to those people who actually care enough to help instead of sit around and watch like the crash that happened in NY... __________________________________________________

September 13th, 2011, 08:39 AM	#9
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dubojr1 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Jacksonville, Florida Join Date: May 2010 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R SE, 07 Honda CRF230F, 06 Honda CRF150F Posts: A lot.	At least they didn't drop the car back on this guy. __________________________________________________ 09 250R SE: Paying it forward one post at a time! Don't forget to add yourself to our Member Map

September 13th, 2011, 08:03 AM	#2
LoD575 ninjette.org sage Name: Steve Location: Valdosta GA, US Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 2006 Ninja ZX6R-636 Posts: 661	Does not look promising. Seems to have been wearing no gear at all.

September 13th, 2011, 08:03 AM	#3
kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	tsk tsk. be careful out there guys.

September 13th, 2011, 08:03 AM	#4
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kaiserz There's a limit to s2pdty Name: A.D. Location: NoVa the burg Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 250r ninja (sold) Posts: A lot.	http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=85466

September 13th, 2011, 09:36 AM	#10
Honko ninjette.org sage Name: Hyon Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Green SE Posts: 574	Came to post this video, but saw the "Holy Crap!" and assumed it was the same one.

September 13th, 2011, 09:49 AM	#11
Apollo626 ninjette.org member Name: Marcus Location: San Antonio, TX Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): Green '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 32	According to a CNN story the rider is now in stable condition. He's lucky to be alive.

September 13th, 2011, 11:25 AM	#12
DaBlue1 Long Time Rider Name: Blue Location: Charlotte, NC Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Wow. Good to see they were able to get him out. The article says motorcycle, but it looks more like a scooter to me. Note the rear swingarm, lack of noticeable motor, exhaust pipe and skinny tires. Also looks like a step thru frame. It's burning way too fast for any substantial amount of metal to be present. Just my 2 cents.

September 13th, 2011, 11:58 AM	#14
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September 13th, 2011, 12:30 PM	#15
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September 13th, 2011, 12:40 PM	#16
U5er ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Canada Join Date: Jun 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r Posts: 80	Too bad the same couldn't be done for this guy, so very sad: http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=aec_1315576014 Ads on the site might be NSFW.

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Heed ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: John Location: Illinois Join Date: Aug 2011 Motorcycle(s): None yet, yet. Posts: A lot.	Pretty awesome what adrenaline can do! __________________________________________________ The Rush is Addictive

September 13th, 2011, 03:14 PM	#19
gt_turbo ninjette.org sage Name: L Location: WI Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 250R, '13 CBR500R Posts: 709	that was crazy.

September 13th, 2011, 03:31 PM	#20
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Just shows that we need to wear our gear and be aware of our soroudings.

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September 14th, 2011, 08:58 AM	#26
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akima Nooblet Name: Akima Location: England Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R FI Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '13	Another "team america" rescue: Link to original page on YouTube.

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