Oh the pain!!!!

Mrwils75 · July 5th, 2013, 06:15 PM

Laid the bike down on the highway today. A sudden rain downpour and new asphalt took me by surprise. I was doing 55mph but i was wearing my protective gear. Only a few stitches on my leg. Insurance will repair the ride and I should rollin again with two weeks.

csmith12 · July 5th, 2013, 06:19 PM

Gear FTW! Plan an easy day tomorrow, you might be sore.

Was it all that new construction on 71? I pass through there fairly often on my way to the track. They have it destroyed for miles and miles

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Mrwils75 · July 5th, 2013, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

Gear FTW! Plan an easy day tomorrow, you might be sore.

Was it all that new construction on 71? I pass through there fairly often on my way to the track. They have it destroyed for miles and miles

.

Yep, 71 is a mess. Humps and bumps everywhere. Uneven layers of pavement. A definite nightmare. I did have the medics laughing because I kept telling them to check the bike first.

AdhesiveTransfers · July 5th, 2013, 06:45 PM

Sorry about your accident
heal up soon and ride on

Snake · July 5th, 2013, 07:07 PM

Sorry to her bout the crash. Glad to see your ok.

c-dog · July 5th, 2013, 07:14 PM

Ouch! Glad you had gear and for the most part are ok. Hope you mend up quickly and get back out there.

Motofool · July 5th, 2013, 07:15 PM

Sorry to read this, Moses.

Get well soon !!!

nickjpass · July 5th, 2013, 08:31 PM

Heal up! More details on the incident? What did you learn?!

thisisbenji · July 5th, 2013, 08:33 PM

That's scary! Has always been one of my fears in the construction zones. Lately I'v been trying to just hop off the highway and bypass them.

choneofakind · July 5th, 2013, 08:51 PM

That section of 71 is an accident waiting to happen. I think the last two times I've driven through there, I've seen multiple accidents each time.

Glad you're doing alright! Only needing a few stitches after a 55 mph slide is pretty impressive. Do yourself a favor and buy a lottery ticket

aeroblade · July 5th, 2013, 10:28 PM

What were you wearing at the time of the crash?

Heal up quick mate!

KawiKid860 · July 5th, 2013, 10:54 PM

Glad you're alright and the bike is sorted out! Gotta love that gear

bfpower · July 6th, 2013, 12:13 AM

Way to protect yourself. Glad to know you're OK.

csmith12 · July 6th, 2013, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

That section of 71 is an accident waiting to happen. I think the last two times I've driven through there, I've seen multiple accidents each time.

Same here and seen a couple of HDs down between cbus and mansfield a couple of trips ago. It didn't look good.

And the 5.0 presence is large and in charge. Don't speed through there, you will get a ticket. It has already cost me an extra $110.

And the bummer about it is, there is no good way around it all without adding major time to your drive. Your just stuck, as it's the only major freeway.

kawaninja09 · July 8th, 2013, 10:30 AM

wheres those pics of the bike Moses? i know your ok.

Bentley813 · July 8th, 2013, 08:20 PM

We want pics of bike and gear! Glad you're ok.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by aeroblade

What were you wearing at the time of the crash?

Heal up quick mate!

Thanks. I've been away for a bit but I'm back now.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 11:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kawaninja09

wheres those pics of the bike Moses? i know your ok.

I messed up my phone a few days ago. I'm trying to salvage them now

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nickjpass

Heal up! More details on the incident? What did you learn?!

I learned a couple things. 1. I need to get protective pants also. 2. Check weather reports more before riding on the interstate. 3. Helmets save lives.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 11:59 AM

Sorry for the delay in getting these out. Ask Powersport is doing the repairs. Total is $3800.00. Thats before my $500.00 deductible. They told me yesterday I should have it back in 3 weeks.

csmith12 · July 24th, 2013, 12:01 PM

Bummer Moses

I didn't even know you layed it down. At least it will be shiny new again soon. Were you alright?

Panda · July 24th, 2013, 12:03 PM

What am I missing? That looks like about $600-$700 in parts and 2 or 3 hours of labor max.

Right Fairing
OEM Exhaust
Right indicator
Right Mirror
Bar end

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panda

What am I missing? That looks like about $600-$700 in parts and 2 or 3 hours of labor max.

Right Fairing
OEM Exhaust
Right indicator
Right Mirror
Bar end

Yeah, I wasnt expecting it to be that much either. It's the same store I purchased it from. I couldn't find anywhere else in my city. According to them, when I get it back it will be back in showroom condition.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

Bummer Moses

I didn't even know you layed it down. At least it will be shiny new again soon. Were you alright?

Yeah I'm good. Bruised ribs and a small leg puncture. I shall ride again.

csmith12 · July 24th, 2013, 12:17 PM

Jiggles · July 24th, 2013, 12:19 PM

So what happened? Did you squeeze the dick out of the front brake?

Panda · July 24th, 2013, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrwils75

Yeah, I wasnt expecting it to be that much either. It's the same store I purchased it from. I couldn't find anywhere else in my city. According to them, when I get it back it will be back in showroom condition.

Well at the end of the day all that matters is you are ok and insurance is picking up the tab!

LNasty · July 24th, 2013, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrwils75

Thanks. I've been away for a bit but I'm back now.

damn, they cut your jacket in half?! would it have been salvageable if they didn't cut it? glad your ok man, I have the same bike as you, how did that fair?

alex.s · July 24th, 2013, 12:22 PM

what did you do to make the bike crash?

Brother Michigan · July 24th, 2013, 12:23 PM

He probably didn't need to do anything wrong to go down there. I have family in Gahana, so I drive up that way quite a bit and it is an absolute disaster. I don't even like driving my car up that way anymore.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Panda

Well at the end of the day all that matters is you are ok and insurance is picking up the tab!

Yes, I am so happy about that.

alex.s · July 24th, 2013, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brother Michigan

He probably didn't need to do anything wrong to go down there. I have family in Gahana, so I drive up that way quite a bit and it is an absolute disaster. I don't even like driving my car up that way anymore.

bikes don't crash themselves. there is always a reason that a bike crashes. if you don't understand the reason the bike crashes, you are going to crash again.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

So what happened? Did you squeeze the dick out of the front brake?

I rode right into an unexpected ran storm. I was only in it 10 seconds when my front tire hit a patch of new asphalt and the wheel turned out of my control. I just let the bike go and started praying.

Mrwils75 · July 24th, 2013, 12:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LNasty

damn, they cut your jacket in half?! would it have been salvageable if they didn't cut it? glad your ok man, I have the same bike as you, how did that fair?

3800 in damage. But it's being fixed. Insurance is paying for my jacket also

csmith12 · July 24th, 2013, 12:30 PM

I guess I did know... lol
It's one of those days.

LNasty · July 24th, 2013, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrwils75

3800 in damage. But it's being fixed. Insurance is paying for my jacket also

Thats good, sometimes those ems people get scissor happy

alex.s · July 24th, 2013, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mrwils75

I rode right into an unexpected ran storm. I was only in it 10 seconds when my front tire hit a patch of new asphalt and the wheel turned out of my control. I just let the bike go and started praying.

i don't like to push things on people but your explanation is very vague and suggests that you don't really understand why you crashed.

Motofool · July 24th, 2013, 12:55 PM

You really look ready to roll in that picture, Moses !!!

You put some lateral load on that front patch (steering or braking) while there were ball bearings under it.
That is what happens as soon as drops start falling: the oil and dust on the road float and form a super-slippery paste with little water.

It is better to get off a busy road before the first drops of rain fall and wait 10 or 15 minutes until all that grime has been washed off and traction is good again.

Alex · July 24th, 2013, 01:00 PM

/threads merged

Brother Michigan · July 24th, 2013, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex.s

bikes don't crash themselves. there is always a reason that a bike crashes. if you don't understand the reason the bike crashes, you are going to crash again.

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=hyperbole

July 5th, 2013, 06:15 PM	#1
Mrwils75 NiNjA aDdIcT Name: Moses Location: Columbus, Ohio Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250 Posts: 46	Oh the pain!!!! Laid the bike down on the highway today. A sudden rain downpour and new asphalt took me by surprise. I was doing 55mph but i was wearing my protective gear. Only a few stitches on my leg. Insurance will repair the ride and I should rollin again with two weeks. __________________________________________________ Ride or Ride
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July 5th, 2013, 06:19 PM	#2
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Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	Sorry to read this, Moses. Get well soon !!! __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

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July 5th, 2013, 08:51 PM	#10
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	That section of 71 is an accident waiting to happen. I think the last two times I've driven through there, I've seen multiple accidents each time. Glad you're doing alright! Only needing a few stitches after a 55 mph slide is pretty impressive. Do yourself a favor and buy a lottery ticket

July 5th, 2013, 10:28 PM	#11
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July 8th, 2013, 10:30 AM	#15
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July 24th, 2013, 12:01 PM	#21
csmith12 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. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Bummer Moses I didn't even know you layed it down. At least it will be shiny new again soon. Were you alright? __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

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July 24th, 2013, 12:17 PM	#25
csmith12 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. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	__________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

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alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	what did you do to make the bike crash? __________________________________________________

July 24th, 2013, 12:23 PM	#30
Brother Michigan ninjette.org sage Name: Aaron Location: Winder, GA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300 Posts: 718	He probably didn't need to do anything wrong to go down there. I have family in Gahana, so I drive up that way quite a bit and it is an absolute disaster. I don't even like driving my car up that way anymore.

July 24th, 2013, 12:30 PM	#35
csmith12 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. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	I guess I did know... lol It's one of those days. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

July 24th, 2013, 12:55 PM	#38
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	You really look ready to roll in that picture, Moses !!! You put some lateral load on that front patch (steering or braking) while there were ball bearings under it. That is what happens as soon as drops start falling: the oil and dust on the road float and form a super-slippery paste with little water. It is better to get off a busy road before the first drops of rain fall and wait 10 or 15 minutes until all that grime has been washed off and traction is good again. __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

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