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It happened to me... SMIDSY.
« on: July 17, 2013, 09:02:18 PM »
SMIDSY = Sorry mate, I didn't see you.  This guy appears to do a rolling stop and just as I pass in front of him, he guns it. The bike is likely totaled but I don't know for sure. I have a broken collar bone, broken shoulder blade, neck and back injuries, busted ribs, busted leg and ankle... among other things.  Yes, I had all my gear on including my helmet cam.  I won't post the video but here is a pic on my 2012 Kymco Like 200i under a Chevrolet.  You can see my laying in the foreground, that's my gloved hand sticking up and my helmet (still on my head) in the lower right.  I won't be doing any riding for a while as I am in pretty bad shape. Ride safe, y'all... and wear your gear!

« Last Edit: July 17, 2013, 09:04:19 PM by SonicSix »
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Re: It happened to me... SMIDSY.
« Reply #1 on: July 17, 2013, 10:23:22 PM »
Dear Sonic, So sorry to hear what happened to you, truly - man,  you are our semi-official LIKE videographer~!
Darn buddy - just really feel bad for you - you've got to be feeling a lot of pain and also must be pretty discouraged - as we all have seen how much you like your Kymco riding!

Vent here if you want to - you are surely aware that you are among friends. Gripe and complain - we will understand.
What I'm saying is there is no darn need to John Wayne this incident and the aftermath.

But mainly listen to your doctors and get yourself healed.
You gotta know that your news is a blow to all your scoot friends......
Take care.
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« Reply #2 on: July 17, 2013, 11:59:03 PM »
That truly sucks Sonic.  Hope you get better soon....hope the guy driving the Chevy gets infested with the fleas from a thousand camels.
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« Reply #3 on: July 18, 2013, 12:05:14 AM »
I am really sorry to hear about your crash Sonic. Hope you mend quickly. It sucks when something which is a source of joy becomes a  moment of terror! Get well soon...Len :(
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« Reply #4 on: July 18, 2013, 12:06:57 AM »
Dam.   :(  Great picture, your attorney will love it.   Be careful what you post here as the Chevy driver's attorney will no doubt be lurking...

Get better.
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« Reply #5 on: July 18, 2013, 01:11:54 AM »
Double damn!  Way too much of this type of thing happening to our forum members of late.  Makes you think twice about riding.....it's a risky business.  Be extra careful out there.  Hoping for a quick recovery SonicSix!

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« Reply #6 on: July 18, 2013, 02:31:13 AM »
So sorry to hear about your accident. We will have you in our thoughts and prayers for a speedy and full recovery. Also hoping that you can recover some of that idiot's salary for all your pain and suffering!
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« Reply #7 on: July 18, 2013, 02:55:25 AM »
Ouch get well soon. whats going on all theses accidents this year on scoots.I bet theres going to be some kind of record this year. Did you have insurance.

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« Reply #8 on: July 18, 2013, 03:57:02 AM »
So sorry to hear this. That sucks! I was in a similar accident 30+ years ago on my motorcycle. Take that asshat to court. Don't count on his insurance company to do more than to try and quickly settle the claim. Whatever you do don't sign off on the medical coverage until you are feeling at your best. I know too many people who have settled quickly only to have additional costly complications down the road.

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« Reply #9 on: July 18, 2013, 04:04:26 AM »
STINK!  I hope you get better real quick....

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« Reply #10 on: July 18, 2013, 01:05:43 PM »
Ouch get well soon. whats going on all theses accidents this year on scoots.I bet theres going to be some kind of record this year. Did you have insurance.

I carry both comp and collision on all my vehicles.  Thanks for the prayers everyone, they are certainly appreciated.
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« Reply #11 on: July 18, 2013, 01:16:46 PM »
We were waiting on your next video and this happens.
Very sorry to hear about your accident and wish you a complete and speedy recovery.
This is a reminder to all of us about the dangers we face.
May the Lord be with you and your family.
Keep us posted on your progress.
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« Reply #12 on: July 18, 2013, 06:18:15 PM »
Uffda. (Yes the Minnesota speech habits have infected me after living here over a decade.)

He must have gunned it hard to put the scoot that far under the truck.

Heal quickly.

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« Reply #13 on: July 18, 2013, 06:22:16 PM »
Wow, so sorry to hear this.  Hope you recover fully and quickly.

Keep us updated as to your progress.  We'll be thinking about you.

It sounds like that fool just did not see you.  So sad. 
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« Reply #14 on: July 18, 2013, 07:07:40 PM »
Sorry You Got Hurt!! Waiting for video!

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