Member Contributer FotoMoto Posted August 9, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 9, 2009 Short version: 100% pit crew's fault. Longer version: Friday evening during a long and last checkup ride before heading to the summer summit, I had an instant and violent 75+mph highside on a straightaway. Over the summer I had upgraded the front brakes on the RCBVFR's RC51 front end to cbr1000rr radials. The brake line mounts didn't match up but the lines were so short I didn't worry about it. About 150 miles into the ride, I hit a hard bump at a concrete bridge/road junction. Upon compression, I believe the crossover brake line got sucked under the backside of the front fender, pulling it taught enough to apply full pressure as the line was pinched closed then snapping. Instant wheel lock, front end tuck, and high side. I recalled a snap or pop sound right before my superman imitation. I was launched into a Lorenzo class highside into the opposite lane as the bike slide down my lane on its left side. I landed on my knees first (hard armor) , then hands and face plant (HJC modular helmet). I flipped over once landing on my back to slide it out on the concrete bridge. No traffic or it would have been worse, a lot worse. Bottom line: gear works. I have some rash on the left knee but more on the right butt cheek, some wrist pain (better all ready), a few contusions and bruising. Basically, I feel like I went 12 rounds with Mike Tyson but meds help! :fing02: It's been about 25 years since my last major crash and I'd like to lengthen it even longer for the next one; a lot longer! Attending the summit is looking iffy at best. I'll try to make it if I can but the RCBVFR certainly won't be there. Oh well, I built it once I can build it again. (cue bionic man theme song). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Synaptic Misfire Posted August 9, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 9, 2009 Damn!! Glad you are okay, sorry about the bike I know how time and effort you put into that thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Oh no!! :fing02: Glad you're ok Doug!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB-Oz Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Glad you're ok mate, bike looks very second hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer radar Posted August 9, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 9, 2009 Having had the near identical crash in the spring that killed my 5th gen, I so know your pain. Having your front lock up with no warning is a very scary feeling, so glad that your gear worked as well as mine. Hope you can find another ride to come to the meet. Hope you feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enzed_viffer Posted August 9, 2009 Share Posted August 9, 2009 Glad to hear you're OK, Doug. Apart from the fairings, the bike doesn't look that bad, so I'm sure you can rebuild it! You can make it better than it was before! Even more bionics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer 2FAST4U Posted August 9, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 9, 2009 :ohmy: :ohmy: :ohmy: You have no idea how much I liked what you did with that bike. It's always been one of my favorite ones on here. Always. I'm glad you're okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer JBAXX Posted August 9, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 9, 2009 Holy crap!! Glad you're ok Doug. Scary to think what could have happened. :fing02: I'm bummed about the bike too, as I have really admired it and all the work you put into it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer HiDesertMLB Posted August 9, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 9, 2009 The important thing is that you're alive and able to recover. A higher power was definitely looking over your shoulder. Give the scenario you were in, and as you pointed out, it could have been so much worse if there was oncoming traffic. Your Rcbvfr is one-of-a kind. I'm sure with your perseverance and attention to detail, you will fix it to like-new condition and it will be ready to ride in the near future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer rangemaster Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Thank God you're OK. I'm checking my all riding pants to make sure they have hard shell joint protection. Sorry about your bike. My 4th GEN dreams of becoming a RCBVFR when it grows up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer AussieinUSA Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Glad your ok mate, too bad about the ride. You'll just do it even better this time. BTW...you get a lollypop for pulling a lunitico :fing02: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer hondalover Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Wow Doug, glad you came out OK. So what type of gear did the job of keeping you in one piece? Here's to hoping the RCBVFR will live to ride again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer didit Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 So sorry to hear about the miss hap and really glad to hear you are fast mending. The benefit of proper gear sounds again. As mentioned before, I too am disheartened that your masterpiece will not be there. Get Oscar (Goldman) to ensure you have unlimited access to the resources you need to heal yourself and rebuild her better, stronger, faster! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGopVkivrOg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer mello dude Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Glad your ok dude. - That's terrible about the bike! MD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer dutchinterceptor Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Ah Shite Doug! Hated seeing this thread. Hope it all comes together for you. Think you can heal enough to ride the RC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Rice Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Glad to hear you're OK! You've GOTTA rebuild that bike. It's like the poster boy of VFRD! Heal quick. Both of ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer VF1000RS Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Glad to hear you are ok. Sounds terrible! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyrock Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Damn Doug! :fing02: Heal quickly buddy! :laugh: BR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum CEO HispanicSlammer Posted August 10, 2009 Forum CEO Share Posted August 10, 2009 aw jeez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Burns Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 whoa.. glad yer ok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer vanion2 Posted August 10, 2009 Member Contributer Share Posted August 10, 2009 Damn....glad you are ok. Hope you can still make the Summer Summit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassandtim Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Super glad to hear you're ok! Most people haven't had the luck of walking away from a 75 mph crash on the road. Too much stuff usually gets in the way! As for the bike: if anybody can fix it, you can. As for the Summit Meet: I can totally understand why you wouldn't attend but I sure hope you do! Take care, -T Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest motorhead1977 Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Crashing SUCKS! Glad you made out OK. Machines can be replaced, people, not so much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Pete McCrary Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Gald you're OK Doug! From the looks of the damage to the front fender, I think your assement of what happened is probably pretty accurate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Badazzteacher Posted August 10, 2009 Share Posted August 10, 2009 Glad you're still here to talk about it. Your drool inducing bike can be fixed up or replaced, so get to healing and keep popping them pills! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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