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DroHernandez · July 23rd, 2013, 06:54 PM

Hey guys.... I wrecked like a boss! Haha in the ER at the moment... Totally fine. I was going to the pool about 100 yds away from my apartment so I didn't wear any gear except boots. Not even a Tshirt. So I took a turn and somebody yelled and I looked at the same time I turned so I crashed. At about 30mph. A lot of road rash and a hyper extended leg. Thank god I'm alive with no broken bones. I need to know where I can fix my bike? I don't care about the scratches (that'll be a great reminder to ride safe with my gear). The footpeg and the shift lever are hanging off the bike so I can't put it in neutral. I don't think that would be totaled... Or hopefully not more than $200.... But I'm probably being a bit optimistic

fleemos · July 23rd, 2013, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Hey guys.... I wrecked like a boss! Haha in the ER at the moment... Totally fine. I was going to the pool about 100 yds away from my apartment so I didn't wear any gear except boots. Not even a Tshirt. So I took a turn and somebody yelled and I looked at the same time I turned so I crashed. At about 30mph. A lot of road rash and a hyper extended leg. Thank god I'm alive with no broken bones. I need to know where I can fix my bike? I don't care about the scratches (that'll be a great reminder to ride safe with my gear). The footpeg and the shift lever are hanging off the bike so I can't put it in neutral. I don't think that would be totaled... Or hopefully not more than $200.... But I'm probably being a bit optimistic

Damn Dro already! Shifter and foot peg will be under 200. Probably gonna need turn signal too. Put up some pics when you can so we can see the damage. If that's all that is needed to be fixed then I suggest you get the parts off Bike Bandit and fix it yourself. Take it easy on the roads man.

DroHernandez · July 23rd, 2013, 09:42 PM

Yeah man... Is there anyway you and I could meet when I get this, or somebody? I'm taking work off tomorrow since I can't walk, so I was trying to get somebody that knows about bikes to take a look at it. Like, I would love to know why the bike isn't turning on at all anymore. I'm thinking because the shift lever is in the way it is or that the bike is in 2nd gear... I'm not sure... Anyways, if you want to meet tomorrow that would be great. This goes to ANYONE, I need to meet someone tomorrow to help me with my bike...

DeviantTurtle · July 24th, 2013, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Yeah man... Is there anyway you and I could meet when I get this, or somebody? I'm taking work off tomorrow since I can't walk, so I was trying to get somebody that knows about bikes to take a look at it. Like, I would love to know why the bike isn't turning on at all anymore. I'm thinking because the shift lever is in the way it is or that the bike is in 2nd gear... I'm not sure... Anyways, if you want to meet tomorrow that would be great. This goes to ANYONE, I need to meet someone tomorrow to help me with my bike...

First you did not wreck like a boss, you wrecked like a unexperianced rider who was lacking respect of motorcycle riding. That being said I am sure you have a better understanding why gear is so important. Glad you did not get killed

As far as starting your bike, What gear it is in should not stop the motor from turning over. When you tried to start it, did you pull the clutch in and was the kick stand up? If the kick stand is down and the clutch is not engaged the bike will not turn over. If the kick stand is up and you did pull in the clutch and still the bike did not turn over. Check your safety switches on both the kick stand and clutch to make sure they did not break lose. Most of the demage from what I can see is pretty easy fix.

DroHernandez · July 24th, 2013, 06:03 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

First you did not wreck like a boss, you wrecked like a unexperianced rider who was lacking respect of motorcycle riding. That being said I am sure you have a better understanding why gear is so important. Glad you did not get killed

As far as starting your bike, What gear it is in should not stop the motor from turning over. When you tried to start it, did you pull the clutch in and was the kick stand up? If the kick stand is down and the clutch is not engaged the bike will not turn over. If the kick stand is up and you did pull in the clutch and still the bike did not turn over. Check your safety switches on both the kick stand and clutch to make sure they did not break lose. Most of the demage from what I can see is pretty easy fix.

Just to clarify, the whole "Like a boss" thing was a joke. I was extremely upset about the whole thing, so I had to make a joke about it to make myself feel better. Thank God that I lived through this and learned a very valuable lesson. GEAR GEAR GEAR.
You are a genius. It was the kickstand. The bike cranked a little but since its indoors I let it go before it turned on. I am very very thankful for your help. Would you like to meet today? Unfortunately, I cannot drive or ride up there. I woke up on fire and for some reason blood was everywhere when I woke up. Hopefully I'll be fine soon, I just need to talk to somebody about my bike, so when I do feel better she will be ready.

ally99 · July 24th, 2013, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Hey guys.... I wrecked like a boss! Haha in the ER at the moment... Totally fine. I was going to the pool about 100 yds away from my apartment so I didn't wear any gear except boots. Not even a Tshirt. So I took a turn and somebody yelled and I looked at the same time I turned so I crashed. At about 30mph. A lot of road rash and a hyper extended leg. Thank god I'm alive with no broken bones. I need to know where I can fix my bike? I don't care about the scratches (that'll be a great reminder to ride safe with my gear). The footpeg and the shift lever are hanging off the bike so I can't put it in neutral. I don't think that would be totaled... Or hopefully not more than $200.... But I'm probably being a bit optimistic

Most accidents happen within a few miles of home. Early lesson on the importance of gear. "Easy" rides can present quite a challenge, especially while you're learning the machine. Glad you weren't hurt too badly, but I sure hate that it cost you the time and $$ for an ER visit! Damn!

DroHernandez · July 24th, 2013, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ally99

Most accidents happen within a few miles of home. Early lesson on the importance of gear. "Easy" rides can present quite a challenge, especially while you're learning the machine. Glad you weren't hurt too badly, but I sure hate that it cost you the time and $$ for an ER visit! Damn!

Thank you thank you. I went to a bike repair shop and talked to the guy he said just find things on eBay and bring in the bike and it should all be under $100 for the labor.

DeviantTurtle · July 24th, 2013, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Just to clarify, the whole "Like a boss" thing was a joke. I was extremely upset about the whole thing, so I had to make a joke about it to make myself feel better. Thank God that I lived through this and learned a very valuable lesson. GEAR GEAR GEAR.
You are a genius. It was the kickstand. The bike cranked a little but since its indoors I let it go before it turned on. I am very very thankful for your help. Would you like to meet today? Unfortunately, I cannot drive or ride up there. I woke up on fire and for some reason blood was everywhere when I woke up. Hopefully I'll be fine soon, I just need to talk to somebody about my bike, so when I do feel better she will be ready.

I was just giving you crap for fun, if I said i have never jumped on my bike without putting on gear first I would be lying

Road rash does suck, probably going to feel that for a while and bleed here and there. I know because I have been there also from a race kart accident. Any who, what question do you have about your bike? All the damage done is pretty easy fix. As mentioned you could probably go on ebay and fix everything for less than $150 if you wanted. You should be able to return the bike to neutral by twisting the shifter counter clockwise if stuck in second or clockwise if shifter is stuck in first.

DroHernandez · July 24th, 2013, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

I was just giving you crap for fun, if I said i have never jumped on my bike without putting on gear first I would be lying

Road rash does suck, probably going to feel that for a while and bleed here and there. I know because I have been there also from a race kart accident. Any who, what question do you have about your bike? All the damage done is pretty easy fix. As mentioned you could probably go on ebay and fix everything for less than $150 if you wanted. You should be able to return the bike to neutral by twisting the shifter counter clockwise if stuck in second or clockwise if shifter is stuck in first.

Yeah, it sucks and very bloody on and off. It's a good learning experience and I bet ill never get on that thing without gear again. Everything happens for a reason right? Anyways, I talked to a body shop and they said, if I buy the parts, they could do it for around $100. He made a valid point about doing it myself... What if the tranny is messed up... I'd never know. I just wanted to know what I should do with the bike. What exact turn signal, foot peg, and shift thingy I should get.

DeviantTurtle · July 24th, 2013, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Yeah, it sucks and very bloody on and off. It's a good learning experience and I bet ill never get on that thing without gear again. Everything happens for a reason right? Anyways, I talked to a body shop and they said, if I buy the parts, they could do it for around $100. He made a valid point about doing it myself... What if the tranny is messed up... I'd never know. I just wanted to know what I should do with the bike. What exact turn signal, foot peg, and shift thingy I should get.

I serious doubt your tranny is messed up from a low speed drop. Do it yourself and save yourself $100. You get the parts and I will show you how to do it if you need help. We can test the transmission if you would like but I would not sweat that you broke anything. My friend drove hers off the side of a mtn, bike flipped a couple of times and she was still able to ride it home. She did the same thing to shifter, I bent it back out and she road it all 80+ miles back. I am sure Fleemos remembers that bad day

LOL

DroHernandez · July 24th, 2013, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

I serious doubt your tranny is messed up from a low speed drop. Do it yourself and save yourself $100. You get the parts and I will show you how to do it if you need help. We can test the transmission if you would like but I would not sweat that you broke anything. My friend drove hers off the side of a mtn, bike flipped a couple of times and she was still able to ride it home. She did the same thing to shifter, I bent it back out and she road it all 80+ miles back. I am sure Fleemos remembers that bad day

LOL

Could you show me what parts i should get?

DeviantTurtle · July 24th, 2013, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Could you show me what parts i should get?

Wait, I see more demage than I could see before. give me a minute and I will give you a list of parts you need.

DeviantTurtle · July 24th, 2013, 10:59 AM

This is the parts you need. I would jump on it.

http://compare.ebay.com/like/3309589...Types&var=sbar

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TWO-2012-Kaw...#ht_188wt_1239

BlueJeepYJ · July 24th, 2013, 03:21 PM

Off to cyclegear roswell... be there in 20

DroHernandez · July 24th, 2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

This is the parts you need. I would jump on it.

http://compare.ebay.com/like/3309589...Types&var=sbar

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TWO-2012-Kaw...#ht_188wt_1239

Wow thank you so much.. It means a lot for you to do this for me. If I order that, do you think it would be very hard to install? Or should I just bring it to Vicious Cycles?

LiquidShell · July 24th, 2013, 08:07 PM

@BlueJeepYJ

My schedule is clear for AUG 3. The weather hasn't been good for riding. Sipper and I got caught in thunder storms this past weekend.

I'd like to meet up with you guys soon: I feel bad for missing the last group ride.

If anyone wants to ride this Fri. let me know --hopefully the weather permits.

DeviantTurtle · July 25th, 2013, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Wow thank you so much.. It means a lot for you to do this for me. If I order that, do you think it would be very hard to install? Or should I just bring it to Vicious Cycles?

Its easy to do, maybe some minor adjustments but nothing difficult. The only reason I say DIY, 1) Because it is always good to know how to work on your own vehicles. 2) Save yourself a lot of money to buy fun upgrades

DroHernandez · July 25th, 2013, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

Its easy to do, maybe some minor adjustments but nothing difficult. The only reason I say DIY, 1) Because it is always good to know how to work on your own vehicles. 2) Save yourself a lot of money to buy fun upgrades

Awesome, I just need some help haha. I can barely move due to the road rash. But I wanna fix it asap

Xz1atl · July 25th, 2013, 06:53 PM

So any takers for friday?!

BlueJeepYJ · July 25th, 2013, 07:04 PM

Wish I could... work... blah...

Sipper' · July 25th, 2013, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueJeepYJ

Wish I could... work... blah...

Same here! Would love to go though.

BlueJeepYJ · July 25th, 2013, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Sipper'

Same here! Would love to go though.

Sipper, you in Aug 3?

Sipper' · July 26th, 2013, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueJeepYJ

Sipper, you in Aug 3?

Not sure, getting ready to start a contract and will probably be on it EVERYDAY until done.

DeviantTurtle · July 26th, 2013, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Awesome, I just need some help haha. I can barely move due to the road rash. But I wanna fix it asap

When you get the parts, PM and i can help you with it.

DroHernandez · July 26th, 2013, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

When you get the parts, PM and i can help you with it.

Wow, thanks! I'll contact you when they come in!

DroHernandez · July 26th, 2013, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

This is the parts you need. I would jump on it.

http://compare.ebay.com/like/3309589...Types&var=sbar

http://www.ebay.com/itm/TWO-2012-Kaw...#ht_188wt_1239

I ordered the shifter thing but haven't ordered the signal light. Should I buy that signal light, or would you say to look for a nicer aftermarket one, like LED?

Xz1atl · July 28th, 2013, 05:34 PM

I will be ready for the 3rd... got my shifter working flosslessly

BlueJeepYJ · July 28th, 2013, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Xz1atl

I will be ready for the 3rd... got my shifter working flosslessly

Awesome! See ya on the third... Routing TBD...

So far we got...

@Xz1atl
@BlueJeepYJ
@vman1313
@LiquidShell
@Sipper -Maybe

DeviantTurtle · July 29th, 2013, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

I ordered the shifter thing but haven't ordered the signal light. Should I buy that signal light, or would you say to look for a nicer aftermarket one, like LED?

Keep it stock, you have to use resisters with the LED or your flashers will blink extra fast.

But if that does not matter you can pick some up at your local cycle gear for cheap.

DroHernandez · July 29th, 2013, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

Keep it stock, you have to use resisters with the LED or your flashers will blink extra fast.

But if that does not matter you can pick some up at your local cycle gear for cheap.

I ended up getting some cheap aftermarket (non-LED) signals. The shifter bracket supposedly arrived at the USPS Atlanta Sort Facility on Saturday, so I'm expecting it to arrive today... If it doesn't I'm going to be super bummed!!

DroHernandez · July 29th, 2013, 07:49 PM

My bike is back up and running

I'm ready for any rides if anybody is down for a quick small group (2-3) ride

DeviantTurtle · July 30th, 2013, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

My bike is back up and running

I'm ready for any rides if anybody is down for a quick small group (2-3) ride

Make me proud and tell me you did the work yourself

BlueJeepYJ · July 30th, 2013, 08:16 AM

@Xz1atl
@BlueJeepYJ
@vman1313
@LiquidShell
@Sipper

Weather is looking good so far... any route ideas? Fort mountain and BBQ? or head north east and hit Richard Russel 348 around through Helen?

Let me know! Bring friends, lets make this the best ride yet!

Jeff

DroHernandez · July 30th, 2013, 08:20 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

Make me proud and tell me you did the work yourself

Be proud

I did the shifter stuff myself but my dad and I did the signal light together. I was gonna do it but he wanted to solder it together instead of ghettorig it like I was gonna do haha

DeviantTurtle · July 30th, 2013, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by DroHernandez

Be proud

I did the shifter stuff myself but my dad and I did the signal light together. I was gonna do it but he wanted to solder it together instead of ghettorig it like I was gonna do haha

Guess now you realize how easy that was to do and you saved yourself $100

DroHernandez · July 30th, 2013, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by DeviantTurtle

Guess now you realize how easy that was to do and you saved yourself $100

Exactly

thanks man I really appreciate it

when are we riding mayne??

ally99 · July 30th, 2013, 02:20 PM

What's the final plan this weekend? I may be down for joining you all!

DroHernandez · July 30th, 2013, 02:43 PM

Damn I'd love to go... But drill weekend

BlueJeepYJ · July 30th, 2013, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ally99

What's the final plan this weekend? I may be down for joining you all!

The final plan is for everyone to get together to ride

, including folks from Athens who haven't ridden with the group yet!

DroHernandez · July 30th, 2013, 07:43 PM

Would anybody like to ride with me tomorrow? Around 6 ish?

July 24th, 2013, 10:59 AM	#173
DeviantTurtle ninjette.org member Name: Win Location: Dacula GA Join Date: Aug 2012 Motorcycle(s): Honda CRF150, Polaris outlaw 450MXR, Polaris 330 Trail boss, Yamaha 125ttr, Baja DR50, Taotao 110R Posts: 213	This is the parts you need. I would jump on it. http://compare.ebay.com/like/3309589...Types&var=sbar http://www.ebay.com/itm/TWO-2012-Kaw...#ht_188wt_1239 __________________________________________________ Epiphanizing a hypnotizing and mesmerizing emphasizing regard to the proper tools enabling a bend in the rules

July 24th, 2013, 03:21 PM	#174
BlueJeepYJ Lets go ride! Name: Jeff Location: Kennesaw, GA Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 650 Posts: 234	Off to cyclegear roswell... be there in 20 __________________________________________________ In the Atlanta/ North Georgia Area? Join the North Georgia Riders! www.northgariders.com

July 24th, 2013, 08:07 PM	#176
LiquidShell ninjette.org member Name: Shell Location: Atlanta Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 300 - Posts: 116	@BlueJeepYJ My schedule is clear for AUG 3. The weather hasn't been good for riding. Sipper and I got caught in thunder storms this past weekend. I'd like to meet up with you guys soon: I feel bad for missing the last group ride. If anyone wants to ride this Fri. let me know --hopefully the weather permits. __________________________________________________ Never debate with idiots. They'll drag you down to their level then beat you with experience.

July 25th, 2013, 07:04 PM	#180
BlueJeepYJ Lets go ride! Name: Jeff Location: Kennesaw, GA Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 650 Posts: 234	Wish I could... work... blah... __________________________________________________ In the Atlanta/ North Georgia Area? Join the North Georgia Riders! www.northgariders.com

July 30th, 2013, 08:16 AM	#193
BlueJeepYJ Lets go ride! Name: Jeff Location: Kennesaw, GA Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 650 Posts: 234	@Xz1atl @BlueJeepYJ @vman1313 @LiquidShell @Sipper Weather is looking good so far... any route ideas? Fort mountain and BBQ? or head north east and hit Richard Russel 348 around through Helen? Let me know! Bring friends, lets make this the best ride yet! Jeff __________________________________________________ In the Atlanta/ North Georgia Area? Join the North Georgia Riders! www.northgariders.com

July 23rd, 2013, 06:54 PM	#161
DroHernandez ninjette.org member Name: Alex Location: Duluth, GA Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r Posts: 111	Hey guys.... I wrecked like a boss! Haha in the ER at the moment... Totally fine. I was going to the pool about 100 yds away from my apartment so I didn't wear any gear except boots. Not even a Tshirt. So I took a turn and somebody yelled and I looked at the same time I turned so I crashed. At about 30mph. A lot of road rash and a hyper extended leg. Thank god I'm alive with no broken bones. I need to know where I can fix my bike? I don't care about the scratches (that'll be a great reminder to ride safe with my gear). The footpeg and the shift lever are hanging off the bike so I can't put it in neutral. I don't think that would be totaled... Or hopefully not more than $200.... But I'm probably being a bit optimistic

July 25th, 2013, 06:53 PM	#179
Xz1atl ?>ninja = i think not Name: Xavier Location: Gwinnett Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250 NINJA 650 Posts: 91	So any takers for friday?!

July 28th, 2013, 05:34 PM	#187
Xz1atl ?>ninja = i think not Name: Xavier Location: Gwinnett Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): ninja 250 NINJA 650 Posts: 91	I will be ready for the 3rd... got my shifter working flosslessly

July 29th, 2013, 07:49 PM	#191
DroHernandez ninjette.org member Name: Alex Location: Duluth, GA Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r Posts: 111	My bike is back up and running I'm ready for any rides if anybody is down for a quick small group (2-3) ride

July 30th, 2013, 02:20 PM	#197
ally99 Ninja chick Name: Allyson Location: Athens, GA Join Date: Jun 2009 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 4 MOTM - Dec '13, Feb '15	What's the final plan this weekend? I may be down for joining you all! __________________________________________________ Sometimes it's the journey that teaches you a lot about your destination. ~Drake Check out my Appalachian Trail journal, 2015! Postwhores are COOL! ~Allyson

July 30th, 2013, 02:43 PM	#198
DroHernandez ninjette.org member Name: Alex Location: Duluth, GA Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r Posts: 111	Damn I'd love to go... But drill weekend

July 30th, 2013, 07:43 PM	#200
DroHernandez ninjette.org member Name: Alex Location: Duluth, GA Join Date: Jul 2013 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250r Posts: 111	Would anybody like to ride with me tomorrow? Around 6 ish?

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