Oh Tree

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 02:40 PM

What Happened
Last Saturday, October 13, I went out for a ride around 12 pm. Stopped at the gas station, filled up, and 5 miles later crashed into a tree.

It was a road I was familiar with. I entered a right corner and everything was fine. My feeler on the right foot peg scraped the ground and startled / scared me so I stood the bike up to slow down.. I target fixated on the tree and froze up, I don't even think that I slowed down, the tires never locked up at least. It happened so fast, in an instant I was flying from my bike.

I think my speed was around 35 - 40 MPH into the corner.

What I learned
Too fast for my skill level. I realize I could have just kept going with it scraping, or I should have braked harder. Also if I was hanging off of the bike a little the feeler may not have scraped. I suppose if I wish to push my skill level that the track should be the only place to do so.

I am very lucky and thankful to have walked away from this with minor scrapes and a sprained ankle. My gear was, jacket, helmet, gloves, (jeans and work boots not real gear).

I did not hit the tree straight on, which I believe saved me from further injury. Here are some pictures. You can see where the bark is ripped off of the tree.

My bike was fully insured and towed home after waiting there for 3 hours. The insurance adjuster stopped by last night and handed me a check for the bike, my helmet, and my jacket. The tow truck hauled it away today

sad sight to see, but at the same time I realized how thankful I am for being able to walk away.

Thanks for reading.

csmith12 · October 18th, 2012, 02:51 PM

but your still with us right?

Get a new bike and ride it with a smile and add put the extra experience in your pocket to take it with you.

Let us know what your gunna ride next.

Safe travels until then.

Alex · October 18th, 2012, 02:54 PM

Sorry to see this! And sorry you had to say goodbye to that bike.

But certainly glad that you escaped with little to no injuries; it's a fantastic outcome compared to all of the possibilities.

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 02:57 PM

Of course I'm still with you guys!! I'm looking for an 08 250.

I am so thankful I was able to walk away.

CynicalC · October 18th, 2012, 02:59 PM

Did the insurance company give you the option to buy the bike back? Could flip some stuff for a few bucks.

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 03:05 PM

No, they didn't inform me of an option to buy it back. I told them I wasn't trying to. I did consider it but wasn't too interested.

NevadaWolf · October 18th, 2012, 03:14 PM

An, but if the little Pre gen wasn't damaged too bad, would make an excellent track bike without worry of wrecking your street ride.

Anyway, yeah, those feelers startle the heck out of ya when you aren't expecting them to grind like that. First few times I scraped sent a jolt through me. Then I learned to ignore it and take it for what it was, my body position SUCKED!

Glad the tree didn't win against you and you are alright. The 2nd gen bikes a wicked fun. :-)

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 03:25 PM

If I had somewhere nice to work on it during the winter I might have fixed it up.

Thanks for the support! and I would love to own a newgen, the 250 is awesome!

bbonds007 · October 18th, 2012, 03:26 PM

Glad your ok, how much did you get and what insurance company do you have, if you don't mind me asking.

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 03:39 PM

I have Progressive.

$1,200 for the bike, $300 in accessories and $300 for gear - (roughly rounded)

I ended up with a check for $1,300 after my deductible.

bbonds007 · October 18th, 2012, 04:39 PM

Cool, that's who I have and we live in the same state.

Did they request receipts for the gear? Did they credit anything with a scratch or did it really have to be trashed for them to accept it. Always been curious how that worked.

alex.s · October 18th, 2012, 04:44 PM

congrats, crashing into a tree is pretty badass. did you at least have fun flying?

Racer x · October 18th, 2012, 04:50 PM

Glad you are OK . Any crash you can walk away from is a good learning experience. The new 300 has more of everything. Much better at avoiding trees.

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 04:53 PM

Any gear that had a scratch on it. My adjuster even left the old gear with me, I was told it would be taken and thrown out. She just looked up the gear and bike accessories online in her Progressivemobile.

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex.s

congrats, crashing into a tree is pretty badass. did you at least have fun flying?

Yes flying was awesome! The landing, ehhh not so much.

conrya5 · October 18th, 2012, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Racer x

Glad you are OK . Any crash you can walk away from is a good learning experience. The new 300 has more of everything. Much better at avoiding trees.

Thanks! Haha I'm sure it is

alex.s · October 18th, 2012, 05:46 PM

Its always that landing that gets tricky.

Samer · October 20th, 2012, 08:07 AM

Glad you are OK. Money is a far second to your health, and you got your money from insurance anyway. Sounds like a great opportunity to upgrade to a 300.

By the way, who's green Ninja bike is that in the last photo?

NDspd · October 20th, 2012, 08:11 AM

Glad you're aren't hurt too bad man...

How is your insurance going to take care of you?

conrya5 · October 20th, 2012, 08:20 AM

Thanks guys, and I was not worried about the money, more than thankful to have walked away from it. The bike was fully covered by insurance and my gear.

The other bike is my brothers 2011 ZX6R.

psych0hans · October 20th, 2012, 08:30 AM

I'm glad you're alright... Too bad about the bike, but at least you're ok.

the big mike · October 20th, 2012, 11:22 AM

this sucks, I just read your 'oh deer' thread. I was so impressed by your paint job...

conrya5 · October 20th, 2012, 06:39 PM

thanks guys I am really lucky I walked away, and I loved the paint job..

My adjuster did add $250 for "custom paint"

Miles_Prower · October 22nd, 2012, 12:55 PM

Glad you are ok..that was a really close call!!

October 18th, 2012, 02:40 PM	#1
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	Oh Tree What Happened Last Saturday, October 13, I went out for a ride around 12 pm. Stopped at the gas station, filled up, and 5 miles later crashed into a tree. It was a road I was familiar with. I entered a right corner and everything was fine. My feeler on the right foot peg scraped the ground and startled / scared me so I stood the bike up to slow down.. I target fixated on the tree and froze up, I don't even think that I slowed down, the tires never locked up at least. It happened so fast, in an instant I was flying from my bike. I think my speed was around 35 - 40 MPH into the corner. What I learned Too fast for my skill level. I realize I could have just kept going with it scraping, or I should have braked harder. Also if I was hanging off of the bike a little the feeler may not have scraped. I suppose if I wish to push my skill level that the track should be the only place to do so. I am very lucky and thankful to have walked away from this with minor scrapes and a sprained ankle. My gear was, jacket, helmet, gloves, (jeans and work boots not real gear). I did not hit the tree straight on, which I believe saved me from further injury. Here are some pictures. You can see where the bark is ripped off of the tree. My bike was fully insured and towed home after waiting there for 3 hours. The insurance adjuster stopped by last night and handed me a check for the bike, my helmet, and my jacket. The tow truck hauled it away today sad sight to see, but at the same time I realized how thankful I am for being able to walk away. Thanks for reading. Last futzed with by conrya5; October 18th, 2012 at 02:41 PM. Reason: scraPed

October 18th, 2012, 02:51 PM	#2
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	but your still with us right? Get a new bike and ride it with a smile and add put the extra experience in your pocket to take it with you. Let us know what your gunna ride next. Safe travels until then. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

October 18th, 2012, 02:54 PM	#3
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October 18th, 2012, 02:59 PM	#5
CynicalC ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Colin Location: Bay Area Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): '96 EX250 Posts: A lot.	Did the insurance company give you the option to buy the bike back? Could flip some stuff for a few bucks. __________________________________________________ Ç¥ñï©ª\| ßÿ Ñâ7µ®é. Äñt¡~§º¢Ïä\| ßý Çhøî©è.

October 18th, 2012, 03:14 PM	#7
NevadaWolf Certified looney toon Name: Teri Location: 39°52'40.7"N 118°23'53.8"W (Northern NV) Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250, 102k+ miles -- 2014 CB500X, 42k+ miles Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 16 MOTM Jul '13, Jul '14	An, but if the little Pre gen wasn't damaged too bad, would make an excellent track bike without worry of wrecking your street ride. Anyway, yeah, those feelers startle the heck out of ya when you aren't expecting them to grind like that. First few times I scraped sent a jolt through me. Then I learned to ignore it and take it for what it was, my body position SUCKED! Glad the tree didn't win against you and you are alright. The 2nd gen bikes a wicked fun. :-) __________________________________________________ <-- Linky Hey Unregistered! The code [you] shows the username currently logged in. IBA # 56020 AMA # 521481 Fun Rides! ][ My Videos ][ My Gear Hold yourself to the same rules you expect others to follow.

October 18th, 2012, 02:57 PM	#4
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	Of course I'm still with you guys!! I'm looking for an 08 250. I am so thankful I was able to walk away.

October 18th, 2012, 03:05 PM	#6
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	No, they didn't inform me of an option to buy it back. I told them I wasn't trying to. I did consider it but wasn't too interested.

October 18th, 2012, 03:25 PM	#8
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	If I had somewhere nice to work on it during the winter I might have fixed it up. Thanks for the support! and I would love to own a newgen, the 250 is awesome!

October 18th, 2012, 03:26 PM	#9
bbonds007 The Bonds Name: Bryan Location: State College, Pa Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 06 Yellow Ninja Posts: 69	Glad your ok, how much did you get and what insurance company do you have, if you don't mind me asking.

October 18th, 2012, 03:39 PM	#10
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	I have Progressive. $1,200 for the bike, $300 in accessories and $300 for gear - (roughly rounded) I ended up with a check for $1,300 after my deductible.

October 18th, 2012, 04:39 PM	#11
bbonds007 The Bonds Name: Bryan Location: State College, Pa Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): 06 Yellow Ninja Posts: 69	Cool, that's who I have and we live in the same state. Did they request receipts for the gear? Did they credit anything with a scratch or did it really have to be trashed for them to accept it. Always been curious how that worked.

October 18th, 2012, 04:44 PM	#12
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	congrats, crashing into a tree is pretty badass. did you at least have fun flying? __________________________________________________

October 18th, 2012, 04:50 PM	#13
Racer x ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Iowa City Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Kawmeracchi 350 2010 Project X Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 54 MOTM - Sep '18, Feb '16	Glad you are OK . Any crash you can walk away from is a good learning experience. The new 300 has more of everything. Much better at avoiding trees. __________________________________________________ Top speed 123.369mph. Ohio mile Worlds fastest 250 ninja

October 18th, 2012, 04:53 PM	#14
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	Any gear that had a scratch on it. My adjuster even left the old gear with me, I was told it would be taken and thrown out. She just looked up the gear and bike accessories online in her Progressivemobile.

October 18th, 2012, 05:46 PM	#17
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	Its always that landing that gets tricky. __________________________________________________

October 20th, 2012, 08:07 AM	#18
Samer ninjette.org guru Name: Samer Location: Jupiter, Florida Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250R SE Posts: 376	Glad you are OK. Money is a far second to your health, and you got your money from insurance anyway. Sounds like a great opportunity to upgrade to a 300. By the way, who's green Ninja bike is that in the last photo?

October 20th, 2012, 08:11 AM	#19
NDspd 1/4 English, 3/4 Kick Ass Name: Jeremy Location: Dayton, OH Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2002 Triumph Speed Triple 955i, '05 Suzuki SV650S(retired), '11 Ninja 250R(sold) Posts: A lot.	Glad you're aren't hurt too bad man... How is your insurance going to take care of you?

October 20th, 2012, 08:20 AM	#20
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	Thanks guys, and I was not worried about the money, more than thankful to have walked away from it. The bike was fully covered by insurance and my gear. The other bike is my brothers 2011 ZX6R.

October 20th, 2012, 08:30 AM	#21
psych0hans ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Hansveer Location: Bombay, India Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250r - Track whore, Ninja 300 - SOLD, KTM RC390 - Orange Hulk, Ducati 899 Panigale - Red Devil. Posts: A lot.	I'm glad you're alright... Too bad about the bike, but at least you're ok. __________________________________________________ GETTING BACK INTO RIDING? Read this.

October 20th, 2012, 11:22 AM	#22
the big mike ninjette.org sage Name: Michael Location: Belgium Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r, Fazer8 Posts: 580	this sucks, I just read your 'oh deer' thread. I was so impressed by your paint job... __________________________________________________ I can not be a true player by playing around.

October 20th, 2012, 06:39 PM	#23
conrya5 ninjette.org member Name: Ryan Location: South Eastern, PA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Metalic Island Blue Ninja 250r Posts: 206	thanks guys I am really lucky I walked away, and I loved the paint job.. My adjuster did add $250 for "custom paint"

October 22nd, 2012, 12:55 PM	#24
Miles_Prower One Loyal Fox Name: Rahul Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R (RIP), 2011 ZX-6R Posts: 869	Glad you are ok..that was a really close call!! __________________________________________________ My riding blog! Check it out if you are bored!aninjaridingpandabear.blogspot.com RIP Alex 8.10.12

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