Big Mike
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I can not remember my last bad day
Taylor MI
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« on: May 28, 2012, 09:18:52 PM » |
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 The guy in front of me stopped and had no brake lights. By the time I figured out what was going on it was time to dump the bike. Road rash on every limb. Boy am I sore. May have told me that it could have been worse. Yep, if I would have stayed on and slammed the back of the car. Well I guess I will find out how good my progressive policy is going to be. Any tips on dealing with the insurance agent will be appreciated and can be emailed directly to me. BTW That is my supercharged bike. 2011 Best in Show INZANE XI. Looks like my bike trip to NC on Wen is going to be cancelled. If I can get on my I/S though I intend to go. Wifey does not like that. |
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Big Mike
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #1 on: May 28, 2012, 09:28:01 PM » |
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Yeeks. Glad you're able to talk (type) about it!
Heal up!
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« Reply #2 on: May 28, 2012, 09:32:18 PM » |
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I'm sorry that happed to you..... Good thoughts going your way.
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« Reply #3 on: May 28, 2012, 09:32:27 PM » |
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. ..Damn Mike, that sucks...glad ya werent hurt too badly....heal well my friend ! ..  |
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« Reply #4 on: May 28, 2012, 10:29:21 PM » |
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Oh my, the picture of that bike on its side is just a sad thing. Prayers for a full and quick restoration of you and the bike.
God bless you brother,
Mark
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« Reply #5 on: May 28, 2012, 11:28:44 PM » |
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Dang I hate to hear that and I hate to see that gorgeous Valkyrie like that too. Prayers sent for a full and quick recovery my friend.
Mike F.
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« Reply #6 on: May 29, 2012, 02:31:29 AM » |
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Glad you are here to type about it....
Hope you are on the mend quickly......
Our thoughts are with you.....
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« Reply #7 on: May 29, 2012, 02:48:50 AM » |
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Mike I'm happy to hear you are mostly ok! The healing will take some time. The insurance company will need your help in pricing the bike and putting a value to a totaled bike. My pay out was almost twice the original offer from the insurance co. It takes some homework and receipts to help them see the value. Good luck. I sure hope you are able to make the trip next week.
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scoot
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Lifes too short Ride it hard
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« Reply #8 on: May 29, 2012, 03:45:08 AM » |
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Sorry to hear this. Prayer's for a quick recovery. This always makes my heart sink a little to read of this sorta thing.  |
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Jabba
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« Reply #9 on: May 29, 2012, 04:36:25 AM » |
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a completed auction search tool on EBay is helpful.
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« Reply #10 on: May 29, 2012, 04:49:47 AM » |
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Crashing Sucks!
Mike called me yesterday after he got back home.
Mike's a big strong guy and he'll be OK soon.
At least he's got another Blower Bike when he's healed enough.
Go Mike!!!
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doubletee
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« Reply #11 on: May 29, 2012, 04:51:06 AM » |
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Sorry to hear, Mike. However, glad you're healthy enough to type a message to us to let us know you're (mostly) okay. Heal quickly!
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Gear Jammer
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« Reply #12 on: May 29, 2012, 04:57:20 AM » |
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When it rains, it pours sometimes,,, |
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« Reply #13 on: May 29, 2012, 05:02:42 AM » |
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Sorry to read this, Mike, but glad you're not worse. No thoughts on the insurance here, just thoughts on you healing and getting back on the bike when you're ready.
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« Reply #14 on: May 29, 2012, 05:04:25 AM » |
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Bad luck buddy. Heal quickly.
Too many of these this year.
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« Reply #15 on: May 29, 2012, 05:08:55 AM » |
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I hate hearing these.........Heal fast, sad about the bike but its just metal that can be fixed or replaced..........I think that cop is looking at the car tire, like "WHAT?" Prayers from Florida
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« Reply #16 on: May 29, 2012, 06:02:05 AM » |
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Prayers up from the Ozarks.  Get yourself healed up.  I can understand the wifes reaction.  I was married-twice!!  Get better. |
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Black Dog
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« Reply #17 on: May 29, 2012, 06:06:16 AM » |
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That sux Mike... The bike can be fixed over time. Glad you are here to tell about the crash. Heal well, and take it easy for a while... Yer gonna be sore for a while.
Black Dog
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« Reply #18 on: May 29, 2012, 06:28:53 AM » |
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Wow Mike...so sorry to hear about this...as others have already said...the bike can be fixed and wishing you a speedy and complete recovery buddy.
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« Reply #19 on: May 29, 2012, 06:57:35 AM » |
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Get better soonly. Should be a slam dunk with no brakelights,,,,,if they stuck around.
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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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RedValk
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« Reply #20 on: May 29, 2012, 07:31:22 AM » |
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man...a bunch of us are crashin' lately. le't s hope this trend stops. For a great place to get Valk parts from a top notch vendor.....I recommend.....eh..... YOU!!!!  |
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fudgie
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« Reply #21 on: May 29, 2012, 09:45:35 AM » |
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Dang mike! Sorry to hear.
Are they really dragging that bike up onto the flat bed on its side?
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« Reply #22 on: May 29, 2012, 10:12:08 AM » |
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Dang mike! Sorry to hear.
Are they really dragging that bike up onto the flat bed on its side?
That was going to be my question???!! WTF?! Glad you are OK and possibly going to make the ride. Hay  Jimmyt |
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« Reply #23 on: May 29, 2012, 12:56:53 PM » |
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Mike Just Remember what The policeman told me at the scene. Usually the wrecker is picking up the motorcycle parts, and the ambulance is picking up the body parts with this type of an accident. He also indicated he was shocked his words, that you were awake and able to walk. God Bless. Dave
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NCGhostrider
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« Reply #24 on: May 29, 2012, 01:01:37 PM » |
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Glad you are ok. I hate hearing about these things, reminds me how close we are at times. Wife and I got another 1300 miles or so over the weekend with no close calls. But, you never know.
I hope you heal soon.
Craig
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« Reply #25 on: May 29, 2012, 01:14:17 PM » |
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I just wrecked May 1 Progressive treated me well so far on the bike Receipts helped a lot.
i had separate 25000 medical policies, waiting on those bills!
Heal up Friend, Its getting better every day
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Skinhead
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« Reply #26 on: May 29, 2012, 04:43:37 PM » |
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Hey Mike,
Bad news for sure. I'm just glad your not too banged up. We're here if you need help, I don't have near the part stock that you do, but post what you need.
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« Reply #27 on: May 29, 2012, 05:05:10 PM » |
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Ouch! So sorry to hear of your troubles Mike. Prayers for healing coming your way Bro.
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wiggydotcom
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« Reply #28 on: May 29, 2012, 05:44:37 PM » |
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So sorry to hear about your accident, Mike. Glad it didn't turn out any worse. Heal quick!
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R J
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« Reply #29 on: May 29, 2012, 05:51:41 PM » |
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Dang Mike, what a person won't do to get some sympathy.  You have already figured out the next day you got aches and pains you never knew you had before.  Been there done that and still have the fire suit I had to wear out in the boonies. Ok, lets get serious now. Thoughts and prayers headed your way from Iowa. Heal fast and correctly, DO NOT and I repeat DO NOT pick the scabs off. As far as Progressive goes, if you are in an accident with their policy holder, you can get almost anything you ask for if they were at fault, like running a stop sign. Being you are the policy Holder, I'd just make damn sure I had a fist full of receipts. Especially for the blower. |
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« Reply #30 on: May 29, 2012, 06:08:31 PM » |
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Sorry to hear about your accident. Hope you heal up quickly.
Wrecked a dirt bike on asphalt not too long ago. Stay on top of the road rash. Tetanus shot if you're due one. Liquid anti bacterial soap, neosporane, and keep the bandages on till the new skin's in place.
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« Reply #31 on: May 29, 2012, 06:53:15 PM » |
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That sucks man. Glad you're ok-ish. May not want to leave it with the tow comapny too long. Have a friend with a blown HD that got towed after a drop type accident on a friday nite. By Sat afternoon when he got the bike back the blower was Loooong gone.
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« Reply #32 on: May 29, 2012, 07:09:09 PM » |
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Damn, crashes are never good. It's nice to hear that you aren't too badly banged up, so get well soon. Once you're getting better you can concentrate on getting your lady fixed.
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« Reply #33 on: May 29, 2012, 07:28:54 PM » |
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This was one of those "good news - bad news" messages. Too bad your bike got screwed up. I voted for it at the last InZane! However, good news, and far more important is that you are relatively OK. It could have been a lot worse, although you will be sore as he77 for a while. Heal up quick, and we'll see you at InZane! |
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The key thing is to wake up breathing! All the rest can be fixed. (Except Stupid - You can't fix that)
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« Reply #34 on: May 29, 2012, 09:12:52 PM » |
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Mike, I hope you are not in a lot of pain, and the healing will be fast. Terry  |
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« Reply #35 on: May 29, 2012, 09:21:40 PM » |
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This was one of those "good news - bad news" messages. Too bad your bike got screwed up. I voted for it at the last InZane! However, good news, and far more important is that you are relatively OK. It could have been a lot worse, although you will be sore as he77 for a while. Heal up quick, and we'll see you at InZane! Mike I hate to hear this but am glad you are alright and that you dumped the bike. I had a somewhat similar accident many years ago and dumped it around 80 and know a little about that asphalt rash! When they use that alcohol and scrub that "hamburger meat" to get the tar out by a 350 lb nurse putting all her weight and strength into it!...HURTS!  Anyway, I pray for a fast recovery for you my friend! |
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