Daniel Meyer
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« on: October 25, 2010, 10:56:54 AM » |
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I have to start out by saying, "I'm all right." Don't you hate when you have to start a conversation that way? Popped a wheelie on the Valk this morning...from a standing stop...without even using the engine. I stopped at the stoplight at Record and Young street (downtown Dallas)...across the street is the entrance to work. There was an SUV in front of me. Fortunately I'm in the habit of not pulling up real close to the cars in front of me at the light. KerBangCrunchTinkle! The lady in the little car thing behind me was slowing down the last time I checked my mirrors (always when coming to a stop), but at the last second she looked down for her work ID and just didn't slow down any more. Popped the front wheel a bit off the ground and pushed me forward a bike and a half length or so. Almost dropped it, but fortunately the hit was pretty much straight on (the bike turned a little to the left) so there wasn't much sideways vector to stop...she was leaning over to the right hard and I was just at the point where I was at the edge of my strength and it was time to let her go and ease her down, but at that last second...I got it. Gonna be sore a bit methinks...as much from the hit as the holding her up. In the pics below I've already pulled the fender away from the wheel as hard as I could without fetching tools so I could get her off the street...        The hit was above the pipes, so they are apparently not damaged on first inspection. Looks pretty much like the damage is confined to the rear fender segment and lights. I'll have to check MUCH closer...the tire took most of the hit...but I don't think it was hard enough to damage the swing arm. I know that big, bouncy goodyear on the back is supposed to result in flaming death, but I think it took the brunt of it and saved me some damage today. My backrest caught a load...I'll have to see if I've performed the "Serk cut" or not. Already called in a claim. Hopefully hear from (her) adjuster soon. Shouldn't be any big deal except fender segments are pricey new. Didn't really need something else to work on though. Not the *best* way to start the day...but I'm still walking and talking! |
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« Reply #1 on: October 25, 2010, 11:01:13 AM » |
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Glad to hear you're okay! While reading it, I was already composing a reply blaming the CT for the wreck, but then you beat me to it...  On the bright side, you were wanting to do a custom fender, right? Now you've got a crumpled up one you can experiment on to your heart's content and not worry if you screw it up! |
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« Reply #2 on: October 25, 2010, 11:02:55 AM » |
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Shouldn't be any big deal except fender segments are pricey new.Clean, too... better go Pinwall... -Mike "glad you're OK  "
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« Reply #3 on: October 25, 2010, 11:04:37 AM » |
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Could have been much worse. Glad it wasn't!
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« Reply #4 on: October 25, 2010, 11:13:07 AM » |
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I've been hit in the rear twice on the Valk. Approx $1500 damage each time. I thought maybe it was due to the rear light not being bright enough(both daytime hits) but,........ it might have been due to the car tire on the rear. |
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« Reply #5 on: October 25, 2010, 11:13:23 AM » |
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Glad yer OK Daniel... Coulda been much worse  Damage should 'rub' right out Report on the aches when they hit ya... Black Dog |
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« Reply #6 on: October 25, 2010, 11:15:10 AM » |
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Oh yeah... And have you taken some preemptive Tylenol or Ibuprofen? IMHO, get some of your favored pain killer into your system NOW to head off the aches before they get going...
(I'd personally use Ibuprofen for it's anti-inflammatory properties, but whatever your preferred one is, take some now!)
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« Reply #7 on: October 25, 2010, 11:25:12 AM » |
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FIrst off, glad you are safe. Sheet metal can be straightened or replaced.  I do think it is due to the car tire though!!! Not anything to do with vision. The car tire of the back of your bike is secretly communicating with the tires on the cage BEHIND you!!!! In some sort of ritualistic mating attempt, the tires on the Cage are attempting to "EXCORCISE" the demonic Motorcylcle spirits out of the CT on you Fat Lady. I am sure that is it! If that fender would not have gotten betweeen them it may have joined the relatives on the cage that hit you. Be careful to retrain your CT to the ways of the "Spirit of the Valkyries" after fixing the bike and before going on any long trips.   |
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« Reply #8 on: October 25, 2010, 11:36:42 AM » |
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Glad to hear that you are ok!
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #9 on: October 25, 2010, 11:44:04 AM » |
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Oh yeah... And have you taken some preemptive Tylenol or Ibuprofen? IMHO, get some of your favored pain killer into your system NOW to head off the aches before they get going...
(I'd personally use Ibuprofen for it's anti-inflammatory properties, but whatever your preferred one is, take some now!)
Yep, advil. Already feeling it a bit Shouldn't be any big deal except fender segments are pricey new.Clean, too... better go Pinwall... -Mike "glad you're OK " Oh...man...that's cold! LOL!  |
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« Reply #10 on: October 25, 2010, 11:54:41 AM » |
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That is not a good way to start the work day. Glad you're all right, as others have said the tins are replaceable. On the plus side you have a great excuse to go for a long ride to "colour" (cough).. dirt.. (cough) match the rest of the bike when you get a new fender.  Ride safe. |
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« Reply #11 on: October 25, 2010, 11:56:48 AM » |
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I was going to make a smart a$$ comment too, but didn't want to add insult to injury...
hope you feel better quickly....and get some shiny new parts on that bike.
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« Reply #12 on: October 25, 2010, 12:16:45 PM » |
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Did they charge extra for the cardiac check?
I;m glad youre OK too. I'm kinda thinkin thet would not set a good tone for the day.
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Aot of guys with burn marks,gnarly scars and funny twitches ask why I spend so much on safety gear
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« Reply #13 on: October 25, 2010, 12:19:33 PM » |
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Shouldn't be any big deal except fender segments are pricey new.Clean, too... better go Pinwall... -Mike "glad you're OK " And I was gonna say that if that chrome was shinier, she might of seen ya! Glad you're upright buddy!!! |
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« Reply #14 on: October 25, 2010, 12:20:37 PM » |
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Looks like another trip to Alaska to get it dirty to match the rest. Right Daniel?
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« Reply #15 on: October 25, 2010, 12:21:01 PM » |
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Glad you're fine. Metal is replacable. And I think you'll enjoy the tinkering. Glad you're okay. |
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« Reply #16 on: October 25, 2010, 01:24:30 PM » |
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Oh, Daniel. I didn't want to hear that. It's been a good bike for a lot of miles for you. I hope she fixes right up.
I'm glad you're not damaged.
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« Reply #17 on: October 25, 2010, 01:35:45 PM » |
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Sorry to hear it. Woman driver clearly at fault (as usual) and will pay.
I hope she got a ticket??? ... failure to stop within assured clear distance ahead.
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« Reply #18 on: October 25, 2010, 03:23:49 PM » |
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So that is how the signals mount to the brackets! Kidding aside, glad you did well with no injuries. I got a tilting light and was wondering how the rubber is mounted. Did you make her cry? |
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« Reply #19 on: October 25, 2010, 04:16:49 PM » |
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Daniel,
We never are too safe on our motorcycles. Always must think for the other drivers.
The important thing is that you are healthy and will ride again
Good luck
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #20 on: October 25, 2010, 04:38:03 PM » |
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Looks like another trip to Alaska to get it dirty to match the rest. Right Daniel?
That sounds like a great plan! Oh, Daniel. I didn't want to hear that. It's been a good bike for a lot of miles for you. I hope she fixes right up.
I'm glad you're not damaged.
I'm fine. Just sore. Looks like the bike just needs a fender segment and some lights/brackets. I probably have the stuff in my garage, but I suppose I need to let her adjuster see it first. I hope she got a ticket??? ... failure to stop within assured clear distance ahead.
Not in Dallas. The cops don't come out for "non-carnage" related accidents. |
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« Reply #21 on: October 25, 2010, 05:02:24 PM » |
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Go with the "TOTALED" and buy the bike back for saya few hundred and the take the rest and but another and have 2 Ten you have a Tourer and make this one and make a blacked out Street Fighter! |
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« Reply #22 on: October 25, 2010, 05:39:03 PM » |
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Dammit Daniel, I feel terrible about asking about the "Car up your A$$" illustration the other day.  Relieved to know you're OK. |
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« Reply #23 on: October 25, 2010, 06:06:20 PM » |
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Glad to hear you're alright and doing well. Had a young lady back over me last Tuesday, 10-19, I did a wheelie backwards. Slammed the bike in the front and bent the right fork, knocked both of us down. She said the usual, "I didn't see you".
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« Reply #24 on: October 25, 2010, 06:31:33 PM » |
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WOW!!!! Dang Daniel! Glad you are ok!
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« Reply #25 on: October 25, 2010, 06:32:38 PM » |
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Glad you are OK. Hope tomorrow is better.
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« Reply #26 on: October 25, 2010, 06:58:11 PM » |
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My backrest caught a load...
That wasn't quite the visual I needed... As Bill Cosby once said: "First you say it, and then you do it!" |
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« Reply #27 on: October 25, 2010, 07:12:02 PM » |
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Keep us informed on how you and the Valk are doing...glad you are good.
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« Reply #28 on: October 25, 2010, 07:27:00 PM » |
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You'll probably have to replace that rear fender section with new. The front rear fender sections are a plenty, but the rear sections are as rare as hen's teeth on ebay. Maybe you know of another source.
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« Reply #29 on: October 25, 2010, 08:54:38 PM » |
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Glad to hear your ok, sorry to hear about the bike.. Take Care Kendall
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« Reply #30 on: October 25, 2010, 09:22:13 PM » |
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Glad to hear you are ok for the most part. Just take it easy!
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« Reply #31 on: October 26, 2010, 04:09:48 AM » |
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I know your boss is glad you did not miss work. Ha, Ha,Ha.
That being said, we are all glad you were not hurt. It is funny
how heavy our girl can get when she wants to lay down.
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« Reply #32 on: October 26, 2010, 05:16:41 AM » |
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Daniel, glad you're OK. If it does turn out that the swingarm is bent, holler. I've got an extra. It's already dirtied up nicely too.  |
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« Reply #33 on: October 26, 2010, 05:47:19 AM » |
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Daniel, glad it wasn't any worse. The tin can be fixed and your soreness will disappear in a few days. Good luck with dealing with her insurance and hope you're back on the road soon.
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #34 on: October 26, 2010, 08:19:24 AM » |
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A bit of prying with a crowbar and a some duct-tape and I'm riding again.
Still waiting on her adjuster to see it before I take her apart and get everything fixed.
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #35 on: October 26, 2010, 08:24:41 AM » |
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Glad to hear you're alright and doing well. Had a young lady back over me last Tuesday, 10-19, I did a wheelie backwards. Slammed the bike in the front and bent the right fork, knocked both of us down. She said the usual, "I didn't see you".
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« Reply #36 on: October 26, 2010, 11:08:08 AM » |
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Daniel, Glad to see that you are mostly ok. |
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« Reply #38 on: October 26, 2010, 11:33:12 AM » |
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Daniel, it doesn't matter what you have in the way of lights in the daylight. If you aren't big as an 18-wheeler, they just don't see you in the daylight. Glad that you are OK, but stay in the Dallas area, they whack you a bit harder over in Ft. Worth...JTL |
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« Reply #39 on: October 26, 2010, 11:39:31 AM » |
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Gee Daniel;
I'm so glad you didn't get hurt. The bike can be fixed.
Do some stretches during the day today and you might prevent some REAL soreness.
Take care, Kathryn & Abel
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