cecdoo Posted August 10, 2008 Share #1 Posted August 10, 2008 Another fantastic day in the NC mtns, there I was minding my own business, filling my tank at the local conv.store. When all of a sudden everyone is yelling "watch out" so I turn to see this big ole green dodge ram pick-up heading my way, with no one in it:scared: So I try to stop it, I am all of 5'5" 170lbs it aint happenin meanwhile a guy comes running up opens the driver door, to try to hit the brakes, I am calling him every name in the book, thinking its his truck, he yells hey man I am just trying to help, aint my truck, about then it crashes into my bike and flips it on its side, bike is pinned to gas pump on left and big-foot on rite:scared: gas pouring out the overflows. Truck wont start, so we gotta push it outta the way, just to get to the bike, now I am more than a little pxxxxxed. Well I found out I can lift the bike up by myself, and I dont have to back into it and use my legs LOL. Well she aint a virgin anymore?? Station owner wanted an incident report as he hit the pumps too so the Police were there and he does have ins. Aint banged up too bad, but it sure put a damper on my day. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurgyMon Posted August 10, 2008 Share #2 Posted August 10, 2008 Bummer Dude!! Good thing somebody hollered! You could've been hurt!! Glad you're OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradT Posted August 10, 2008 Share #3 Posted August 10, 2008 That Sucks, but glad you did not get hurt. Hope all works out with the insurance. Also hope that guy that helped was not pissed at you for yelling at him. BRad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yama Mama Posted August 10, 2008 Share #4 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig, I am so sorry that that happened to you. I am also very happy that you were not hurt. I hope it gets all fixed like new. You take care. Peggy:Venture: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tartan Terror Posted August 10, 2008 Share #5 Posted August 10, 2008 So whos truck was it and what did they have to say????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnightrider54 Posted August 10, 2008 Share #6 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig, I'm thankful that someone was watching out for you and you or Kim, wasn't hurt. The bike can be fixed. Hope the rest of your trip goes better. Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stardbog Posted August 10, 2008 Share #7 Posted August 10, 2008 Dude I Told'ya don't polish that bike too much, it's magnet for pickups. What a bummer, Sure is ruin your day. What Kind of damage is on bike. Well Sorry And Good Luck with Ins,Co Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eck Posted August 10, 2008 Share #8 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig, I must say I am happy to hear it was the bike, and not you, pinned to the pump. That beautiful bike you HAD, can be fixed... Had a great time talking and sharing laughs with you over the last couple days too.. !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTirelli Posted August 10, 2008 Share #9 Posted August 10, 2008 Ouch Craig, Good thing you were paying attention. What did the truck owner have to say? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozark Posted August 10, 2008 Share #10 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig, sorry to hear of your bad luck. Just glad you weren't hurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dano Posted August 10, 2008 Share #11 Posted August 10, 2008 Good thing you weren't on your cell phone,,,,,, could've blown the whole place up!!!!!! Oh, wait a minute, the impact, strewn gasoline, slight spark------YOU ARE 1 LUCKY DUDE!!!!!! If you have a Guardian Bell, it was sure working today!! Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Hoffman Posted August 10, 2008 Share #12 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig sorry to hear about the bike, but as long as you can tell the story that's a plus. I don't know when it happened, but around 5 pm Saturday I took an unscheduled ride on my venture. Put some severe scratches on the right side, I have some black/blue spots forming and the best part my nice shiny helmet has a few gouges in it. like I said I am thankful to be able to tell the story ROY:bawling: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfwitt Posted August 10, 2008 Share #13 Posted August 10, 2008 (edited) Glad you're ok bro! Edited August 10, 2008 by halfwitt spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarges46 Posted August 10, 2008 Share #14 Posted August 10, 2008 Man!! Thats a weird way to have an accident! Lucky man not be get yourself pinned or something.....seems we gotta watch ourselves even when parked now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mini-muffin Posted August 10, 2008 Share #15 Posted August 10, 2008 I was so sorry to hear about that Craig. I didn't even know about it till you left that night. Glad you're ok. Margaret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted August 10, 2008 Share #16 Posted August 10, 2008 Watch that Insurance Company Craig!! They are slick. Paint, shock, faring. It can be costly!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squidley Posted August 10, 2008 Share #17 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig I too am glad that your telling us the story. I wont even start a rant right now, but I do hope that you get everything you deserve in getting the bike fixed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FROG MAN Posted August 10, 2008 Share #18 Posted August 10, 2008 Craig I'm so sorry about your incident. I'm glad your OK and yes the bike can be fixed. Just focus on the good times at Asheville 08. Looking forward to maybe a fall WV meet and/or making yours in PA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenw Posted August 11, 2008 Share #19 Posted August 11, 2008 Hey Craig, Take from another wounded 2006 at the rally, when you get it home and apart it ain't all that bad!!! Glad your ok. Kenw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Venturous Randy Posted August 11, 2008 Share #20 Posted August 11, 2008 Kind of a bummer having your bike knocked over by a pickup truck. At least you did not have to get a video of the incident like I did to get them to admit it. I hope it is profitable for you too. RandyA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1BigDog Posted August 11, 2008 Share #21 Posted August 11, 2008 Good thing you weren't on your cell phone,,,,,, could've blown the whole place up!!!!!! Oh, wait a minute, the impact, strewn gasoline, slight spark------YOU ARE 1 LUCKY DUDE!!!!!! If you have a Guardian Bell, it was sure working today!! Dan What he said.......Just glad that you are OK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted August 11, 2008 Share #22 Posted August 11, 2008 Glad you're OK Craig, but I'm sure it still hurts. Hope everything gets worked out with the insurance company.... Good seeing you agian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99silver Posted August 11, 2008 Share #23 Posted August 11, 2008 Craig, No Blood? The owner of the truck that is. Hope you are able to get her home. P.S. watch the repair process as underlying damages sometimes get covered up. Glad your OK. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99silver Posted August 12, 2008 Share #24 Posted August 12, 2008 Craig, Let us know when you get home and if you were able to ride it home. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cecdoo Posted August 12, 2008 Author Share #25 Posted August 12, 2008 Hey Guys, thanks for all the well-wishes, I can actually laugh about it now, as I look back it was kinda funny. I apologized profusely to the guy that tried to get into the truck, he was cool about it, even gave me his name and number as an eye witness. Bubba came out of the store with a big soda, took one look and went OH S--T. He was as nice a guy as you ever want to meet. Its just minor cosmetic stuff, I rode it home just fine, must have bent up the kickstand some though as its real tight now, it sure dont bounce. As some of you know, I have been known to spend a minute or two shining up my bike:rotf: and then to see it upside down on the cement with gas pouring out of it, well the little yankee went nutzzz. but I did calm down and apologize for my choice of words:cool10: Ins guy is coming tomorrow @9am. I dont want to make any $$$ just get the scratched parts replaced, it even twisted that mounting plate underneath for the centerstand?? dont know how that happened. Thanks again, it didnt spoil my week, it was worth it to see everyone and ride those roads, it was great!!! Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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