Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« on: August 13, 2010, 08:05:23 PM » |
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 I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools. |
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Michael K (Az.)
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« Reply #1 on: August 13, 2010, 09:07:40 PM » |
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OH SCHIEEET!!!  |
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chrise2469
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« Reply #2 on: August 13, 2010, 09:16:10 PM » |
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And he can't phone home for help either.
He's gonna be happy about the helmet in a few more milliseconds. Not so happy about no jacket or gloves.
Do you know if he's okay Joe?
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« Reply #3 on: August 13, 2010, 11:14:46 PM » |
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And he can't phone home for help either.
He's gonna be happy about the helmet in a few more milliseconds. Not so happy about no jacket or gloves.
Do you know if he's okay Joe?
Ditto. Looks like he may be in for a broken left leg when that backrest makes contact. |
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #4 on: August 14, 2010, 04:20:29 AM » |
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And he can't phone home for help either.
He's gonna be happy about the helmet in a few more milliseconds. Not so happy about no jacket or gloves.
Do you know if he's okay Joe?
No I don't know the rider's condition after he hit the road....Unlike Killboy, US 129 Photo does'nt have a link for comments about photo's  |
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I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools. |
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MP
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1997 Std Valkyrie and 2001 red/blk I/S w/sidecar
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« Reply #5 on: August 14, 2010, 05:13:36 AM » |
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Can you say "Road Rash"!
One reason I am wearing my armored stuff more and more. It does not look so cool, but neither do scars.
MP
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ChromeDome
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« Reply #6 on: August 14, 2010, 06:28:21 AM » |
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Can you say "Road Rash"!
One reason I am wearing my armored stuff more and more. It does not look so cool, but neither do scars.
MP
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« Reply #7 on: August 14, 2010, 08:36:11 AM » |
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Jess Tolbirt
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« Reply #8 on: August 14, 2010, 12:49:52 PM » |
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so thats what the bottom of a Yamaha looks like,,,
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big turkey
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« Reply #9 on: August 14, 2010, 02:13:02 PM » |
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Photo a Plus
Motorcycle Folks nearby , that's good, instant help.
Probably has Insurance.
But wearing a full face Helmet in hot weather and falling such as he did,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,Priceless.
Big Al
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donaldcc
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« Reply #10 on: August 14, 2010, 02:34:41 PM » |
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That is a great photo and being a safe guy it reminds me that i need to wear protective gear more often. Glad to see the full face helmet (that I do not wear ). So hot in the desert now that i just wear jeans and vest with half helmet. I wonder if he just entered turn with too much speed. I always like to know if accident is from rider error or lack of anticipation of dangerous condition. |
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big turkey
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« Reply #11 on: August 14, 2010, 02:46:25 PM » |
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Probably too fast and those Yamaha Cruisers will drag on a Walnut, or a pebble.
I had a 1700 Silverado Yamaha.
Not very forgiving in a turn.
Course he could have been distracted by a female cyclist flashing US 129 Photos.
Naw just lost it is all.
Hope he is OK.
Big Al
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KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)
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« Reply #12 on: August 14, 2010, 02:51:49 PM » |
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Can you say "Road Rash"!
One reason I am wearing my armored stuff more and more. It does not look so cool, but neither do scars.
MP
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« Reply #13 on: August 14, 2010, 03:04:11 PM » |
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Never been to the dragon. Does this kind of thing happen alot?
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I can't help about the shape I'm in I can't sing, I ain't pretty and my legs are thin But don't ask me what I think of you I might not give the answer that you want me to  |
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #14 on: August 14, 2010, 03:20:14 PM » |
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Never been to the dragon. Does this kind of thing happen alot?
Just about everyday It's been good to me I've rode it since the late 70's before the picture taker's and t-shirts shop's was'nt nothing up there but a old store with dusty merchandise back then and it has'nt took a bite of me yet.....It's damn sure come close a few times over the years ??? Anytime you bring people from all over the world into a small area like Deal's Gap you will have some crashes and death's . I've seen folks up there on bikes that should have never left the driveway let alone come to The Dragon and " try " to ride it.Hundred's of yuppie's that bought a $25,000 bike and wearin' $80.00 t-shirts that think they own the place are the one's that piss me off.They'll hit a rare straight and gun it then slam on the brakes at the next curve and barely go the whole time they are thinkin' " Damn I'm cool "  I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools.   |
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I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools. |
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Valker
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« Reply #15 on: August 14, 2010, 03:30:04 PM » |
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I broke in a 750 Honda back in 1974 there. It was a 55 mph speed limit and not crowded at all back then. And to answer if it happens a lot? Yes, it happens a LOT on any road where people aren't quite as good as they think they are.  |
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I ride a motorcycle because nothing transports me as quickly from where I am to who I am.
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #16 on: August 14, 2010, 03:34:23 PM » |
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Yes, it happens a LOT on any road where people aren't quite as good as they think they are. Good answer  |
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I've seen alot of people that thought they were cool , but then again Lord I've seen alot of fools. |
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #17 on: August 14, 2010, 03:43:44 PM » |
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Faceplant.
What is the little item or two in the bottom left of the picture ... cellphone parts?
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RainMaker
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« Reply #18 on: August 14, 2010, 04:37:07 PM » |
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Faceplant.
What is the little item or two in the bottom left of the picture ... cellphone parts?
His ego. |
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big turkey
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« Reply #19 on: August 14, 2010, 05:04:44 PM » |
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Was a Cell Phone.
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« Reply #20 on: August 15, 2010, 03:34:45 AM » |
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Ouch !!! and I hope he wasn,t using that cell phone on the Dragon
I certainly hope he came out of this in good condition.
Does not look good for the leg
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Jess Tolbirt
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« Reply #21 on: August 15, 2010, 05:37:38 AM » |
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i think he is doing it right tho,,, tuck and roll.....
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« Reply #22 on: August 15, 2010, 05:38:15 AM » |
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All my friends that have flip front helmets that they so love to use with the helmet flipped up, please look at what's going to hit first. Raymond |
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Oss
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« Reply #23 on: August 15, 2010, 06:41:31 AM » |
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that a doneflop tire?
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If you don't know where your going any road will take you there
George Harrison
When you come to the fork in the road, take it
Yogi Berra (Don't send it to me C.O.D.)
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« Reply #24 on: August 15, 2010, 06:55:34 AM » |
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Looks like he went down going into the turn. I have done the dragon a lot, had to be going to fast.
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Hoser
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« Reply #25 on: August 15, 2010, 07:42:33 AM » |
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that a doneflop tire?
It lookd like a Harley, that's what they come with. Hoser |
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« Reply #26 on: August 15, 2010, 08:33:17 AM » |
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Makes me rethink riding with a half-helmet and a 3/4 helmet....OUCH.... Dave |
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big turkey
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« Reply #27 on: August 15, 2010, 11:12:16 AM » |
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Dunflop tire,
Yamaha,
Was a good lookin bike and Helmet.
Let's hope he has Medical Coverage and lived to use it.
Big AL
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