Dropped Bike, I'm an Idiot

Gunther1000 · 10-17-2008, 10:50 AM

I wouldn't even think of replacing shit on a simple slip and fall.

Don't feel bad. At least now you understand just how heavy your bike gets when not on center. After a Highside last sunday on the freaking way to the track I am now on the stupid crash list myself. Almost 2.5 years of custom paint and perfection I'm tempted to dump tons of money and bring it back from the Depths of two facedum, but I think another crash is on the horizon given my new found love for the track.

Second time on the same side only more broken parts.

Scratches are Gangsta.

NONE_too_SOFT · 10-17-2008, 11:46 AM

hah. just be glad you didnt drop it at 40 into a guard rail.

marko138 · 10-17-2008, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Chi

I few scratches?! I wouldnt even waste the money on new parts unless you actually do REAL damage. It happens to the best of us. Just pick her up and wait till you REALLY go down! Scratches (usually) are just character and lessons learned!

Marko, the bike ok?

Bike's fine mostly. Check my Suomy helmet thread for a mini story.

Gas Man · 10-18-2008, 09:57 AM

Who said what? Where?

smileyman · 10-17-2008, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunther1000

I wouldn't even think of replacing shit on a simple slip and fall.

Don't feel bad. At least now you understand just how heavy your bike gets when not on center. After a Highside last sunday on the freaking way to the track I am now on the stupid crash list myself. Almost 2.5 years of custom paint and perfection I'm tempted to dump tons of money and bring it back from the Depths of two facedum, but I think another crash is on the horizon given my new found love for the track.

Second time on the same side only more broken parts.

Scratches are Gangsta.

And don't forget the asphalt gods get angry and vengeful if they spot new paint or leathers...Pride goeth before the fall!

Gas Man · 10-17-2008, 08:56 PM

Yeah we all have been there... Dropped the 9R once in my apt parking lot cause my foot slipped on a wet paint stripe.... no real damage.

Dropped the chop once... scratched and bent the pipe tip... had my pipe guy bend back out and repolish the stainless... cost $50..

JoJoYZF · 10-18-2008, 01:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gas Man

Yeah we all have been there... Dropped the 9R once in my apt parking lot cause my foot slipped on a wet paint stripe.... no real damage.

Dropped the chop once... scratched and bent the pipe tip... had my pipe guy bend back out and repolish the stainless... cost $50..

Im guessin the chop is a bitch to pick up too.

jtemple · 10-18-2008, 01:41 AM

I have a line on a used belly pan. I'm thinking I'll offer him $30 or so. If I can get off that cheaply, I'll replace the pan. The mirror scratch is barely visible.

Gas Man · 10-18-2008, 09:08 AM

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Originally Posted by JoJoYZF

Im guessin the chop is a bitch to pick up too.

Actually not really.... the weight is really low...

Dave · 10-18-2008, 09:38 AM

did you say something? all i heard was uma lol

10-17-2008, 10:50 AM	#1
Gunther1000 Jesus Christ! Join Date: Jul 2008 Moto: (The Chi's lover) Posts: 801	I wouldn't even think of replacing shit on a simple slip and fall. Don't feel bad. At least now you understand just how heavy your bike gets when not on center. After a Highside last sunday on the freaking way to the track I am now on the stupid crash list myself. Almost 2.5 years of custom paint and perfection I'm tempted to dump tons of money and bring it back from the Depths of two facedum, but I think another crash is on the horizon given my new found love for the track. Second time on the same side only more broken parts. Scratches are Gangsta. __________________ FTP

10-18-2008, 09:57 AM	#4
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	Who said what? Where? __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

10-17-2008, 08:56 PM	#6
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	Yeah we all have been there... Dropped the 9R once in my apt parking lot cause my foot slipped on a wet paint stripe.... no real damage. Dropped the chop once... scratched and bent the pipe tip... had my pipe guy bend back out and repolish the stainless... cost $50.. __________________ -Chris "Why pay somebody else to fuck up your bike?" Run Amsoil Product

10-18-2008, 09:38 AM	#10
Dave Chaotic Neutral Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cherry Hill NJ Moto: GV1200 Madura, Hawk gt Posts: 13,992	did you say something? all i heard was uma lol __________________ TWF Post whore #6

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10-17-2008, 11:46 AM	#2
NONE_too_SOFT Chopstix / \ Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Akron OH Moto: 03 CBR RR Posts: 5,350	hah. just be glad you didnt drop it at 40 into a guard rail.

10-18-2008, 01:41 AM	#8
jtemple Geek Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Papillion, Nebraska Moto: 2011 Husqvarna TE630 Posts: 1,437	I have a line on a used belly pan. I'm thinking I'll offer him $30 or so. If I can get off that cheaply, I'll replace the pan. The mirror scratch is barely visible.