Just a reminder for riders of those other two wheeled machines

[EndoMaster]

I just got home from 3 hours of x rays and exams. I usually ride under the assumption that everyone out there in a car is out to kill me, today I let the negative thoughts go and wouldn't you know it, Some idiot in a car, talking on her bluetooth headset, decided to turn left in front of me as I approached her. She pretty much didn't give me any out and I went over the bars. All she was concerned about was her car, nice person.

Luckily for me I had an eyewitness who came forward and to add icing to the cake, LAPD was at the intersection while they waited on a red light.

My motorcycle is damaged but it could have been worse and I have a feeling this will teach the HO to pay more attention the road and not her conversation while driving.

Be careful out there, whether on dirt or asphalt.

 

[HELLDOG]

Bummer... Sorry to hear about that. It seams like motorcycles are gaining popularity because of the fuel prices. I wish drivers would realize that, and start paying more attn. I hope you didn't get to banged up. Oh, and don't worry about the "HO" she'll get what's comin' to her...

 

[newpos]

bluetooth didn't solve anything. people still zone out when they're yapping away. hope you're doin well, glad you made it out alright.

 

[Cyanide41]

What? She was using her hands free so there is no way she could have hit you.

Glad you she didn't seriously hurt you.

 

[jamisjake]

Wow, she sounds like she was a genius AND a sweetheart! Glad to hear you are okay. I think alot of drivers just dont focus on bikes(motor or not) and all they scan the road for is cars. I have a friend that has been hit twice on his Ducati.

 

[Steve C]

i am reminded of this video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoMKgHgp_SI

 

[EndoMaster]

Thanks everyone, now the worse is to come. What I consider even more painful than my injuries, and that is to begin dealing with the attorneys and insurance companies.

i am reminded of this video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoMKgHgp_SI

Sadly that's not too far from the truth.

 

[Knuckledragger]

Last bump in I got in totaled by bike. Aaaaarrrggghh!

Your right the ugliest part was the insurance company. The F'ed part was that their company paid up to there limit no questions asked, it was my insurance co. that I had to fight w/ to pay it off. I had full coverage (un-insured included.)

Damn pirates I say!

Good luck!

C.K.

 

[kevinator]

Tough luck, but glad to hear you're doing ok. Good luck with the insurance company.