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For Science. You Monster.
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Canada
Moto: '08 HD FLSTSB
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Moto GP Star
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#23 |
For Science. You Monster.
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you can attone by stocking up on generators and selling them at a premium to people in their time of need.
That, and say 10 'Hail Eds', and all will be forgiven, and you will once again be allowed to ride only the way Ed instructs you to. |
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AMA Supersport
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Richmond, Tx
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damm that ed !
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How horrible. Accidents suck - hitting objects with your motorcycle sucks - I'm so sorry that happened, and I'm very glad you're alright.
As a tip - when you approach a vehicle that is at a stop perpendicular to your path of travel, watch the vehicle's wheels rather than the entire box. Unless said vehicle has spinners, you will be able to determine if they are rolling much easier than watching the big box. There ARE such things as accidents. It is our own personal responsibility to be able to minimize accidents happening to us by being aware of our surroundings or path of travel; and setting our own pace able to maneuver should something happen.
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Also, try to make "eye contact" with the driver. Slow down if you are unsure that they see you and cover your brakes just in case!!! B I O N, I do this everyday and it has saved my ass many times. |
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#28 |
WERA White Plate
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: NC
Moto: 2009 GSXR 1300
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Sorry to hear, hope you are okay, look at this situation in preparation for future ones.
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Elitist
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: SF Bay Area
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If it was only your rear tire that locked up (most likely), then try relying on your front brake alot more. Go to a track day and do some braking drills. The front brake will make the bike stand up WAY before the front tire would ever lock up, unless of course there's gravel or an oil spot, which is rare. Keep in mind however that the more front brake you use, the less rear brake you should use, because your weight is transferring to the front and therefore the rear tire can lock up more easily. In the twisties I use the front brake ONLY.
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