Dropped at low speed

Mbomb · July 20th, 2013, 11:04 PM

So I was pulling out of the parking garage and there was a car parallel parking. Another car decided to pass the parking car. To avoid hitting the car I hit the brakes and since the wheel was turned it dropped on my leg. Ended up with a broken ankle which isnt the big issue. It will heal no surgery necessary just a boot. My gf is freaked out and wants me to get rid of the bike. How do I convince her otherwise? Thanks!

Bentley813 · July 20th, 2013, 11:29 PM

Buy some kickass boots (like I'm assuming you didn't before this happened) and say well, that won't happen again.

fishdip · July 21st, 2013, 03:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Mbomb

So I was pulling out of the parking garage and there was a car parallel parking. Another car decided to pass the parking car. To avoid hitting the car I hit the brakes and since the wheel was turned it dropped on my leg. Ended up with a broken ankle which isnt the big issue. It will heal no surgery necessary just a boot. My gf is freaked out and wants me to get rid of the bike. How do I convince her otherwise? Thanks!

Lose the GF and get one that rides she is only dragging you down

Rogue · July 21st, 2013, 07:20 AM

I'm assuming your girlfriend doesn't ride. I would suggest she sign up for the MSF course. Even if she decides she doesn't want to pursue her license, she'll at least have an insight into why you enjoy it so much. But, chances are she'll get bitten by the bug and want her own bike.

Also, look into a pair of proper, over-the-ankle boots that are designed for street riding. You bones will thank you for it.

Motofool · July 21st, 2013, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mbomb

So I was pulling out of the parking garage and there was a car parallel parking. Another car decided to pass the parking car. To avoid hitting the car I hit the brakes and since the wheel was turned it dropped on my leg............

Have you been riding for one year?

Snake · July 21st, 2013, 07:23 AM

Tell her it was a freak accident that's not likely to happen again but that you will wear your gear every time you ride just to be on the safe side.

BlueRaven · July 21st, 2013, 09:01 AM

Just reassure her that it happens to everybody. The bike just dropped. I could see her concerns if you would of crashed. Just make sure to wear proper boots when you start riding again. Just hope this fracture doesn't cause any chronic pain in the future.

fishdip · July 21st, 2013, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueRaven

Just reassure her that it happens to everybody. The bike just dropped. I could see her concerns if you would of crashed. Just make sure to wear proper boots when you start riding again. Just hope this fracture doesn't cause any chronic pain in the future.

It dose not happen to every one.

BlueRaven · July 21st, 2013, 11:06 AM

I meant it could happen to anyone

fishdip · July 21st, 2013, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueRaven

I meant it could happen to anyone

just messing with you

Mbomb · July 21st, 2013, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Motofool

Have you been riding for one year?

I have had the bike for a year really been riding for 4 months bc of weather and such.

Mbomb · July 21st, 2013, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Bentley813

Buy some kickass boots (like I'm assuming you didn't before this happened) and say well, that won't happen again.

I was wearing a pair of calf high leather boots. Not armored riding boots. I guess I'll look into getting a pair of those. Any recs?

Motofool · July 21st, 2013, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Mbomb

I have had the bike for a year really been riding for 4 months bc of weather and such.

Then, her concern is correct, you need more training for riding the street in a safe way.

The sudden application of front brake while turning was a common new rider error and can be dangerous in the wrong conditions.

Take a look at this:

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=114555

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=114372

Don't feel bad, we all have been at the skill point you are now; it is just a matter of riding slower and more carefully until your mileage increases.

As frequently as possible during this summer, experiment and practice in a safe environment (empty parking lot) until you become more intimate with the brakes and the bike in awkward situations.

Tell her that you can only become a better rider with disciplined practice and get well soon !!!

rasta · July 21st, 2013, 09:07 PM

Have you taken the MSF course yourself? It definitely helps

July 20th, 2013, 11:04 PM	#1
Mbomb ninjette.org member Name: Matthew Location: Kansas city Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ex-250r Posts: 21	Dropped at low speed So I was pulling out of the parking garage and there was a car parallel parking. Another car decided to pass the parking car. To avoid hitting the car I hit the brakes and since the wheel was turned it dropped on my leg. Ended up with a broken ankle which isnt the big issue. It will heal no surgery necessary just a boot. My gf is freaked out and wants me to get rid of the bike. How do I convince her otherwise? Thanks!

July 21st, 2013, 07:20 AM	#4
Rogue Hooligan Name: Robin Location: Central Iowa Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja EX300 Posts: 250	I'm assuming your girlfriend doesn't ride. I would suggest she sign up for the MSF course. Even if she decides she doesn't want to pursue her license, she'll at least have an insight into why you enjoy it so much. But, chances are she'll get bitten by the bug and want her own bike. Also, look into a pair of proper, over-the-ankle boots that are designed for street riding. You bones will thank you for it. __________________________________________________ Qui patiens est, teres. Teres est, ieiunare. \| Twitter: @Rogue_300

July 21st, 2013, 09:01 AM	#7
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	Just reassure her that it happens to everybody. The bike just dropped. I could see her concerns if you would of crashed. Just make sure to wear proper boots when you start riding again. Just hope this fracture doesn't cause any chronic pain in the future. __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

July 21st, 2013, 11:06 AM	#9
BlueRaven ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Lil One Location: NB Canada Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250 Black Posts: A lot.	I meant it could happen to anyone __________________________________________________ I'm not small, I'm fun sized

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Bentley813 ninjette.org member Name: Steve Location: Oswego, NY Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 White 300 Posts: 221	Buy some kickass boots (like I'm assuming you didn't before this happened) and say well, that won't happen again.

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