What did you do to your bike today?

[trbig]

Yeah, I wish it was an April fool's thing. The three-point case guard did it's job. (The cover was already rashed from a previous laydown.)




I'm rashed up but my kneecap took the worst of it.





I have a feeling the next couple of days is gonna suck.. lol.

As far as parts, I appreciate the offer, but parts I have. Extra bikes, motors, etc. This motor has a lot of miles on it, but it doesn't seem to be hurt. I may just freshen it up with some new crank bearings and put it in the next one. There were things I wanted to do to this bike and I wouldn't because it was easier to just hop on and ride. Now it looks like I'll take some time and do them now.

[motoman]

Well, I didn't bring enough stuff to fix this situation. I seem to have an alignment problem...



Downhill slope + jackazz truck/trailer driver pulling out in front of us+ oily patch in the road = 2 wrecked bikes. Yup.. I washed the front end out, trying to keep the bike off of me while we're both tumbling, then my bike took out Ivan's FJR. Road-rashed and sore, but nothing broken. We weren't even on the brakes that hard.. not like a panic emergency stop or anything. More pics later.. Right now, dinner and many drinks before we quit moving and get all stoved up. lol.

Glad to hear you and Ivan came out it that wreck okay! I must say Tod, you are still one tuff hombre! Can't say as much for me, having that T-bone wreck last June on my ST. My ST didn't survive it well, and was classified by insurance as totaled. Best part, even with metal pieces holding my body together, I am vertical and walking again. Haven't ridden the Venturer as of yet, and just may not risk an ugly outcome doing so. With it all waxed, polished by Roo and Mike(Soccer4m) and bike cover still over it, temptation just hasn't arose yet.

[tomcos67]

So sorry that happened.! Glad everybody alive.!U just don't know.We got target's on us.!She's bent pretty good,makes me want to drink.

[XJOK2PLAY]

Hi Tod,
I am glad to hear you and Ivan are OK.
Where are you? I suspect not close to home? Has a rescue party been arranged yet? Emphasis on party as while that "will buff out" I suspect not at the side of the highway
Once again really glad you escaped the grim reaper.
Phil

Hi Phil,
I just spoke w/Tod on the phone.
They are in Eureka Springs, and his boys just showed up w/ truck/trailer.
They plan to stay and take it easy this weekend, since the room's paid for.

Looks like some serious buffing for 'ole Max, this time.
Sounds like Ivan's FJR took a lot of damage, too.

Just wanted to let ya know they're ok, though.
Bob

[XJOK2PLAY]

Well, crap...
It's definitely a party now...

Sorry to see this.

Tod and Ivan, glad you're both still with us.

[IanDMacDonald]

Todd- If you need any parts, let me know.

[MaximPhil]

Hi Tod,
I am glad to hear you and Ivan are OK.
Where are you? I suspect not close to home? Has a rescue party been arranged yet? Emphasis on party as while that "will buff out" I suspect not at the side of the highway
Once again really glad you escaped the grim reaper.
Phil

[BA80]

No April fools Ian. I was supposed to meet them there this evening but found out I couldn't get away.

[IanDMacDonald]

Well, I didn't bring enough stuff to fix this situation. I seem to have an alignment problem...



Downhill slope + jackazz truck/trailer driver pulling out in front of us+ oily patch in the road = 2 wrecked bikes. Yup.. I washed the front end out, trying to keep the bike off of me while we're both tumbling, then my bike took out Ivan's FJR. Road-rashed and sore, but nothing broken. We weren't even on the brakes that hard.. not like a panic emergency stop or anything. More pics later.. Right now, dinner and many drinks before we quit moving and get all stoved up. lol.

Def looks salvageable!

[IanDMacDonald]

I'm hoping for a "April Fools" . . .

[BA80]

Ehhhh.........that'll buff right out.

Glad both of you are OK. I don't feel so bad I couldn't make it now.

Is the frame twisted or just the forks bent?

[Schming]

Ouch

Glad you both are in one piece.

Seems like the only "April Fool" was the truck driver

[trbig]

What did I do? Totalled my bike? lol

Well, I didn't bring enough stuff to fix this situation. I seem to have an alignment problem...



Downhill slope + jackazz truck/trailer driver pulling out in front of us+ oily patch in the road = 2 wrecked bikes. Yup.. I washed the front end out, trying to keep the bike off of me while we're both tumbling, then my bike took out Ivan's FJR. Road-rashed and sore, but nothing broken. We weren't even on the brakes that hard.. not like a panic emergency stop or anything. More pics later.. Right now, dinner and many drinks before we quit moving and get all stoved up. lol.

[tomcos67]

Funny.!! Yes, tough to cover all the bases.Long trips ,non rider with the back up Van,with the tools.!!!...

[trbig]

Yeah, I carry an assortment of things on trips. Usually stuff that has put me in a bind in the past: Cables, clutch handle, drain plugs for the engine oil and drives, crank seals, wheel bearings (inc. the wide rear one), u-joint, brake pads, one of those washer-headed bolts that sits behind the clutch basket... Just no hub drives for the rear wheel yet. lol. My first trip out east several years back, I brought enough stuff, pistons, (Early and late because of the years of bikes going) rings, crank bearings, etc... Enough parts and tools to rebuild a motor on the side of the road if needed. Probably 70+ pounds of stuff. I've scaled back a lot.. lol.