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RED-M · 07-26-2009, 11:45 PM

Sarjent,
Everything was looking real nice until I saw that steelers flag !

DMAN302 · 07-26-2009, 11:52 PM

Added rear fender bra, carbon stripe up tank to match fender...seriously considering the black 'golf club' style mirrors and some show chrome grips...does it ever end?

sarjent · 07-26-2009, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by RED-M

Sarjent,
Everything was looking real nice until I saw that steelers flag !

then you should see the back of my sissybar

1badbaker · 07-26-2009, 11:59 PM

lookin' good...and no, it will never end....

OZChris · 07-27-2009, 12:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMAN302

Added rear fender bra, carbon stripe up tank to match fender...seriously considering the black 'golf club' style mirrors and some show chrome grips...does it ever end?

Looks great, and no I don't think it ever ends

mxedit · 07-27-2009, 01:02 AM

Well, what I did on Friday morning was lay her down, because a truck in front of me signalled right, then proceeded to turn left right in front of me. The bike is totalled, front wheel broke into a few pieces, forks and frame bent, the whole left side is trashed. Me, road rash on my left arm and torso, and a fractured right thumb. The M50 is no more, and there won't be a replacement for a little while. I've gotten so much out of being a part of this forum, learned so much and done so many mods to my bike that were great, and affordable. I really appreciate you guys, it's been fun.

OZChris · 07-27-2009, 06:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mxedit

Well, what I did on Friday morning was lay her down, because a truck in front of me signalled right, then proceeded to turn left right in front of me. The bike is totalled, front wheel broke into a few pieces, forks and frame bent, the whole left side is trashed. Me, road rash on my left arm and torso, and a fractured right thumb. The M50 is no more, and there won't be a replacement for a little while. I've gotten so much out of being a part of this forum, learned so much and done so many mods to my bike that were great, and affordable. I really appreciate you guys, it's been fun.

Bugger, at least it sounds like you are okay. Hope you are able to get back on a bike soon.

TNM50 · 07-27-2009, 08:05 AM

Hate to hear about the bike but the most important thing is that you walked away from it.

buster · 07-27-2009, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by OZChris

Bugger, at least it sounds like you are okay. Hope you are able to get back on a bike soon.

Same here ...

GeorgiaRoller · 07-27-2009, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mxedit

Well, what I did on Friday morning was lay her down, because a truck in front of me signalled right, then proceeded to turn left right in front of me. The bike is totalled, front wheel broke into a few pieces, forks and frame bent, the whole left side is trashed. Me, road rash on my left arm and torso, and a fractured right thumb. The M50 is no more, and there won't be a replacement for a little while. I've gotten so much out of being a part of this forum, learned so much and done so many mods to my bike that were great, and affordable. I really appreciate you guys, it's been fun.

First of all glad your still alive and no major injuries, that's great! Sorry to hear about your bike, that really sucks for sure.

Question: When you thought he was turning right (because his right side signal was on) did you try to pass him on the left before he started his turn? Just curious because it might be a good lesson to everybody else to just go ahead and wait and let the vehicle complete it's turn before proceeding. I only bring this up because alot of riders including myself might have done exactly what you did as well. On a motorcycle unfortunately you can't "assume" anything even if it appears to be obvious and it's up to us to be the better more patient rider than all the cagers. And sometimes even being vigilant accidents happens.

I really hope your ok!!!!!

1badbaker · 07-28-2009, 01:52 PM

Changed the oil and final drive oil. Nows it's time to go see if the fish are biting!

cardude720 · 07-28-2009, 06:47 PM

Test rode a victory vegas 8 ball. Sooooooooooo cool looking but the 50 is so much more agile... like a CAT lol.

sarjent · 07-28-2009, 09:31 PM

should see the '10 Victory's.
Photo Album 2010 Victory Motorcycles First Look - Motorcycle USA

I think I will go with the Cross Roads.

DMAN302 · 07-28-2009, 11:34 PM

fender eliminator mod...THANKS M50 FORUM! Nothing better than a mod you can do with a 1/2 hour, one exacto knife and a little reading!!!!

cardude720 · 07-28-2009, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMAN302

fender eliminator mod...THANKS M50 FORUM! Nothing better than a mod you can do with a 1/2 hour, one exacto knife and a little reading!!!!

I can't read.

DMAN302 · 07-29-2009, 12:06 AM

That I can teach..I have a three yr old, never read so many damn fairy tales in my whole life.

cardude720 · 07-29-2009, 01:05 AM

haha, nice

JmalB · 07-29-2009, 06:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sarjent

should see the '10 Victory's.
Photo Album 2010 Victory Motorcycles First Look - Motorcycle USA

I think I will go with the Cross Roads.

I like the Hammer 8-ball... My bank account doesn't though.

mxedit · 07-29-2009, 05:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeorgiaRoller

First of all glad your still alive and no major injuries, that's great! Sorry to hear about your bike, that really sucks for sure.

Question: When you thought he was turning right (because his right side signal was on) did you try to pass him on the left before he started his turn? Just curious because it might be a good lesson to everybody else to just go ahead and wait and let the vehicle complete it's turn before proceeding. I only bring this up because alot of riders including myself might have done exactly what you did as well. On a motorcycle unfortunately you can't "assume" anything even if it appears to be obvious and it's up to us to be the better more patient rider than all the cagers. And sometimes even being vigilant accidents happens.

I really hope your ok!!!!!

No, I was just slowing down, waiting for him to turn so I could continue. I was in the left part of the lane, to give myself room in case he stopped short. I wasn't passing him or planning on passing him. Since I was in the left part of the lane, I didn't have enough room to swerve right and avoid him when he turned left in front of me. I'm actually pretty ok, considering. Road rash on the left side and a sprained/fractured thumb on the right. One thing I'll say, I'm glad I was wearing ankle high boots. If I had been wearing sneakers, they would have been off. As it was, the laces on my boots were popped off and the sides of the boots were scraped off as well. Otherwise, you could add my feeet to the list of injuries. Thanks for all of your kind words. If I can convince my wife, I'll be back riding someday.

Christopholofigus · 07-29-2009, 05:53 PM

MODs, please delete post

07-26-2009, 11:52 PM	#1842 (permalink)
DMAN302 Kickstand Operator Join Date: May 2009 Bike: 2005 m50 Posts: 254	Added rear fender bra, carbon stripe up tank to match fender...seriously considering the black 'golf club' style mirrors and some show chrome grips...does it ever end? __________________ 2005 Black, always adding something.

07-26-2009, 11:59 PM	#1844 (permalink)
1badbaker Can Ride And Chew Gum Join Date: Jan 2008 Bike: 05 Black M50 Location: Milledgeville, GA Posts: 1,987	lookin' good...and no, it will never end.... __________________ 2005 M50 Black: "Black Betty" John's Kit Forward Controls/Saddlemen Explorer/Kury Iso-Grips/Stiletto End Caps/Kury Throttle Boss/De-Paired/De-Badged/pac50t Naked Jug Kit/PCIII USB/Cobra Streetrod Slashdowns/Saddlemen Bags/Cobra Sissybar/Metz ME880's/Slipstreamer Windscreen/C50 mirrors Blacked Out: Headlight Bucket, Mirrors, Front Signals, Radiator Cover, Neck Covers, Speedo Cover, Tank Cowl, Fender Rails, Sissybar, Saddlebag Supports

07-27-2009, 01:02 AM	#1846 (permalink)
mxedit Clunked into first gear Join Date: Mar 2008 Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50 Limited Posts: 206	Well, what I did on Friday morning was lay her down, because a truck in front of me signalled right, then proceeded to turn left right in front of me. The bike is totalled, front wheel broke into a few pieces, forks and frame bent, the whole left side is trashed. Me, road rash on my left arm and torso, and a fractured right thumb. The M50 is no more, and there won't be a replacement for a little while. I've gotten so much out of being a part of this forum, learned so much and done so many mods to my bike that were great, and affordable. I really appreciate you guys, it's been fun. __________________ 2007 M50 Limited Two Tone - Grey Tribal Tank with Satin Black Fenders and Covers De-Baffled, De-Badged, De-Paired Lowered 3", License Plate Removed, C50 Bars, Kuryakin Grips, Pegs, and Levers, Tattoo Profiler Seat, More to come...........

07-27-2009, 08:05 AM	#1848 (permalink)
TNM50 Kickstand Operator Join Date: Jun 2009 Bike: 2006 Suzuki M50 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 283	Hate to hear about the bike but the most important thing is that you walked away from it. __________________ Cobra sissybar, OEM engine guards, Memphis Shades Pop Top windshield w/ quick remove mounts, 200mm Metzeler, Kuryakyn levers, debaffled

07-28-2009, 01:52 PM	#1851 (permalink)
1badbaker Can Ride And Chew Gum Join Date: Jan 2008 Bike: 05 Black M50 Location: Milledgeville, GA Posts: 1,987	Changed the oil and final drive oil. Nows it's time to go see if the fish are biting! __________________ 2005 M50 Black: "Black Betty" John's Kit Forward Controls/Saddlemen Explorer/Kury Iso-Grips/Stiletto End Caps/Kury Throttle Boss/De-Paired/De-Badged/pac50t Naked Jug Kit/PCIII USB/Cobra Streetrod Slashdowns/Saddlemen Bags/Cobra Sissybar/Metz ME880's/Slipstreamer Windscreen/C50 mirrors Blacked Out: Headlight Bucket, Mirrors, Front Signals, Radiator Cover, Neck Covers, Speedo Cover, Tank Cowl, Fender Rails, Sissybar, Saddlebag Supports

07-26-2009, 11:45 PM	#1841 (permalink)
RED-M Third gear and cruising Join Date: May 2008 Bike: 2005 RED M-50 Location: Central New York Posts: 508	Sarjent, Everything was looking real nice until I saw that steelers flag !

07-28-2009, 06:47 PM	#1852 (permalink)
cardude720 Clutch Cadet Join Date: Jul 2008 Bike: Black 2007 Suzuki M50 and Red 2005 V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition #886 Location: SoCal Posts: 946	Test rode a victory vegas 8 ball. Sooooooooooo cool looking but the 50 is so much more agile... like a CAT lol. __________________ Morton Violators W/ Exhaust Wrap, Tornado Airkit W/ K&N Precharger, Saddlemen Profiler, Power Commander, Side Mount Plate W/ LED Bolt Lights, Debadged, De-Paired, Dremel Of Rear Mud Flap, De-Reflectorized. A Salam Alekum/ Shalom Alechem May Peace Be With You"

07-28-2009, 09:31 PM	#1853 (permalink)
sarjent Clunked into first gear Join Date: Jun 2008 Bike: 2008 M50 - Black and Gold Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 216	should see the '10 Victory's. Photo Album 2010 Victory Motorcycles First Look - Motorcycle USA I think I will go with the Cross Roads. __________________ ...and the gods made Heavy Metal and they saw that it was good.

07-28-2009, 11:34 PM	#1854 (permalink)
DMAN302 Kickstand Operator Join Date: May 2009 Bike: 2005 m50 Posts: 254	fender eliminator mod...THANKS M50 FORUM! Nothing better than a mod you can do with a 1/2 hour, one exacto knife and a little reading!!!! __________________ 2005 Black, always adding something.

07-29-2009, 12:06 AM	#1856 (permalink)
DMAN302 Kickstand Operator Join Date: May 2009 Bike: 2005 m50 Posts: 254	That I can teach..I have a three yr old, never read so many damn fairy tales in my whole life. __________________ 2005 Black, always adding something.

07-29-2009, 01:05 AM	#1857 (permalink)
cardude720 Clutch Cadet Join Date: Jul 2008 Bike: Black 2007 Suzuki M50 and Red 2005 V-Max 20th Anniversary Edition #886 Location: SoCal Posts: 946	haha, nice __________________ Morton Violators W/ Exhaust Wrap, Tornado Airkit W/ K&N Precharger, Saddlemen Profiler, Power Commander, Side Mount Plate W/ LED Bolt Lights, Debadged, De-Paired, Dremel Of Rear Mud Flap, De-Reflectorized. A Salam Alekum/ Shalom Alechem May Peace Be With You"

07-29-2009, 05:53 PM	#1860 (permalink)
Christopholofigus Newbie Join Date: May 2009 Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50 Location: South Eastern Washington Posts: 13	MODs, please delete post __________________ Last edited by Christopholofigus; 07-29-2009 at 06:35 PM. Reason: Wrong thread...

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