Glad to hear you're on the mend...It was a record setting heat day so all the oil and grease was up on the surface and swimming and I finally dumped the bike at about 40 mph. I was hoping to slide with it but was launched.
Glad to hear you're on the mend...
But, not to be jerk, I'm wondering about your "Lock up the front brake" tactic. It sounds like your launch got caused by a high side - there's not really any other reason I can think of that would kick you off the bike the way you were. Maybe the front wheel gained traction while locked, resulting in the catapult.
Instructors I know say that if you're going to dump, stay with it until the bike is down, then separate from it ASAP if possible. That way you won't get crushed if the bike starts to tumble.
If you're starting to go sideways with the rear locked, keep it locked and attempt to regain your line. If you let it go, and the wheel gains traction (by starting to turn), you'll find yourself sailing by high side again when the bike snaps straight.
Please don't think I'm attacking you or your actions - I'm just wondering if you could have avoided the catapult....
Later!
Anything is possible Laurie.Ill bet that when you saw the bike at the dealer you just about cried.... I know I would. This is really a bloody shame and makes me think,,,,who screwed around with it. I am very sorry to read this,, John,, I am just about speechless. I know we all say that ,,,its just a bike,,,, but it is really an extention of us and we things to personalize it as such. I do honestly feel bad for you and I know that I would be mad as hell to see my bike in that condition. So,,,,,, is there another 6R in your future...... Laurie Potter
I did not know about this form CHP 180. The CHP had the bike towed as I was incapacitated as soon as the Paramedics arrived. Cervical collar and backboard hurt the busted ribs like heck. Paramedics arrived before the CHP. CHP were just asking about speed and such to see if they could issue a ticket before I was put into the ambulance.Hey Spunky,
Who towed your bike? Did you call and arrange the tow truck or was it called by the police? If the police called the company, then the officer should have filled out a form (called a CHP 180) stating the damage to the bike, then the tow company signs the form and gets a copy.
dang... with the damage to the bike + the $4,200 it's more than likely they'll total the bike out... but, hopefully they'll at least give u something so u can buy something new. do keep us posted on your recovery and bike shopping...
the Repsol 1000rr is a really nice bike! i saw one over at palmdale when i was shopping... but, it's nearly $14K new! plus, the plastics are limited run, and if u ever damage them, it will be nearly "impossible" to replace. this is not to discourage you- but just to let you know what you would be buying into...
that said, the price of new 2009 FZ6R's in so cali is oddly, still not too bad, mainly because it's not a very popular model and sit in dealer showrooms for a long time... R6's, however, are a completely different story. -every- dealer wants to ass rape customers on that bike- esp after the japan quake... this is why i was forced to go to craigs list. but, i got extremely lucky to find the bike that i found...
i think if you're patient and do your homework & roadwork, you'll eventually be able to find a good deal. just takes a lot of gumshoe work...
Since the CHP towed the bike, the would have filled out the CHP 180. Go down to the local office and get a copy of the 180. On the bottom of the form, there's a place for descirption of damage and property. The condition of the vehilce PRIOR to the tow company taking it would have been completed by the CHP. The whole point of this form is to document the damage and property before the tow takes possession. That way, if there is something missing or more damage, like your saying, then the 180 should prove it. Tow companies can be shady, that's the purpose of this form.I did not know about this form CHP 180. The CHP had the bike towed as I was incapacitated as soon as the Paramedics arrived. Cervical collar and backboard hurt the busted ribs like heck. Paramedics arrived before the CHP. CHP were just asking about speed and such to see if they could issue a ticket before I was put into the ambulance.
Info much appreciated...