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Old 08-06-2009, 03:33 AM
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Well today one of my bro’s from work went down on his 10R, and went down hard. I don’t know how he lost control but it was right behind work. Some of the others guys said they heard a blurp of the throttle and then a loud crash. All I know is he plowed into a parked car on the street, and he has compound fractures at both of his ankles and one wrist. I don’t know if he was goofing off or if someone pulled out in front of him or what… just everyone out there ride safe. My thoughts and prayers are with him as he is probably in surgery right now. It will take many months to recoup from this even with rehab.

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Old 08-06-2009, 03:36 AM
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ouch. good to hear that your friend is ok, but yes he will feel it. That 04 is totalled. Too bad.
 
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Old 08-06-2009, 04:33 AM
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Sorry to hear about your bud, GS. He didn't walk away under his own power, but it sounds like he will live to ride again. Gotta be thankful for that. Keep us updated, hope he comes through OK with no permanent damage.
 
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Old 08-06-2009, 12:42 PM
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yes it could have been worse. he is lucky a car was parked there and not the usual full size truck. he slamed into a plastic bumber with a energy absorber and trunk lid. if the truck would have been there like normal it would have been a steel bumper, hitch, and ball mount.
 
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Old 08-06-2009, 02:05 PM
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that sux hope he heals well
 
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Old 08-06-2009, 02:10 PM
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Damnit Man! I am just glad he is OK and not permanantly damaged.........I hope! Let us know how it happenend if anybody ever figures it out so we can look out for simular situations. Give your friend a get well from Worlok!
 
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Old 08-06-2009, 02:10 PM
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Not good, tell him we are all thinking about him and his recovery. .....
 
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Old 08-07-2009, 12:41 AM
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It's so sad to hear. I hope your friend has a quicker recovery than what it sounds like is in store for him. Wish him the best from me.
 
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Old 08-07-2009, 12:58 AM
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This kind of thing makes me sick to my stomach. But I'm glad he's gonna be okay. Plus, he's a biker. He's got a stronger spirit then the rest of the population. He'll show those recovery doctors whats up.
 
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Old 08-08-2009, 12:43 AM
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That sucks. Tell him I wish him a speedy and complete recovery.

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