Lost a riding brother


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detpilot

Friends say motorcyclist's throttle was stuck before fatal crash in Grand Rapids - Grand Rapids News - The Latest News, Blogs, Photos & Videos – MLive.com

He graduated with me, didn't know him very well though. First I heard he was drinking, then that his throttle got stuck. I can't imagine why you wouldn't just pull in the clutch though. Either way, he didn't have a helmet on, and it didn't go well. R.I.P.

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sm00thpapa

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Sorry to hear this. May he RIP and my condolences to his family.
 
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champion221elite

Sorry to hear about the loss of your buddy... prayers sent.
 
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08fz6

sorry to hear this! Sounds like he was a straight laced guy! Seemed to be responsible and one time he is stupid, ended it.... :(
 
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shreveport1

That's horrible,and only 22 and just graduated.truly a tragic loss.:(
 
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VEGASRIDER

Sorry to hear that. R.I.P Let this be a reminder to all of us, this can happen to anyone. Remember where your kill switch is, it's located there for a reason. Also, like some other member said, you can pull in your clutch. And always wear all of your safety gear, not just a helmet.
 
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CHEMIKER

RIP rider.

As a parent, it's heartbreaking to read his mom's comments and to think about what she's going through. Please, even if it's legally optional, always always wear your helmet.
 
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FAZERRIDER

Really sorry to hear about your friend. So sad when a young life is taken. I don't think anyone should ride without a helmet. My friend crashed a ski-doo this winter and smashed his head of a tree. I will get a picture of his helmet to post later. All I know is that helmet saved his life. I wouldn't ride without a good one.
 
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Ryan T

So sorry. May he RIP and I hope and pray that his family will survive these difficult times.
 
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600ccdevil

My ex-fiance's brother had his throttle stick on him. He smashed into a cement barrier and was thrown several hundred feet. Messed up his back pretty bad.
 
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fazer.rider

RIP

regarding throttle stick. when a rider detects the bike is still accelerating with closed throttle, isn't first instinct is too pull in clutch and brake? instead of waiting for a crash?
 
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xj750_Pete

Sorry to hear about your friend. That's a really young age to go.
 
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chimneydoc

Sorry for the loss. I have three sons I can't even imagine the pain his parents are going thru, I will pray for them. Please, Please,Please wear your helmets and don't drink and drive. Sorry again for the loss. Doc
 
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jody.adams

fazer.rider said:
RIP

regarding throttle stick. when a rider detects the bike is still accelerating with closed throttle, isn't first instinct is too pull in clutch and brake? instead of waiting for a crash?
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This was a panic situation that did not afford the time to think.
Practice hitting the kill switch then braking to a stop until it is instinctive. That's why its right next to the throttle. Sad story for sure.
 

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vdbergj1

Wow, sooo bad. Thoughts to his family and friends and you. One thing us mortal humans never been able to get used to. :(
 
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