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05-14-2008, 04:18 AM
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| Ditch Magnet   Joined: Apr 2008
Bike: 2008 Suzuki M50 Grey and Black
Location: California
Posts: 150
|  Mourning the loss of a fellow newcomer to motorcycling... A man was killed Tuesday morning at 6:45 AM. He had only been riding for 2 months and apparently a car didn't see him and pulled out in front of him on a 55mph country road near my house. Though he was wearing full gear, he didn't come off his bike and died pretty much on impact with the vehicle. He was 36 years old (his birthday is today) and leaves behind a wife and children. Hopefully we can all take a minute in order to mourn the loss of a fellow man and a fellow enthusiast. I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but Rest in Peace. this post was edited
__________________ I love my 2008 Black & Grey M50!!! So Far: Corbin Classic Solo Seat, Pop top windshield Next: Debaffle, John's forward controls      Last edited by '08-M50 Rider; 05-15-2008 at 01:51 AM. Reason: requested |
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05-14-2008, 06:36 AM
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| Bridal Boutique Manager   Joined: Jul 2006
Bike: 06 M50 Grey
Location: Tucson, Az
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05-14-2008, 06:48 AM
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| Newbie Joined: May 2008
Bike: 06 M50 Black
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Posts: 3
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05-14-2008, 07:45 AM
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| Seat Tester  Joined: Sep 2007
Bike: 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50
Location: Chicopee Massachusetts
Posts: 69
| Prayers and condolences to all involved, so very sad.
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05-14-2008, 08:00 AM
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| Rowdy no mo'  Joined: Dec 2003
Bike: 2002 Bandit 1200 S
Location: St. Cloud, MN, USA
Posts: 65
| What a horrible thing to deal with. I wish your friend the best.
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05-14-2008, 08:52 AM
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| Can Ride And Chew Gum  Joined: Oct 2007
Bike: 2008 ZZR600
Location: Under a rock in Texas
Posts: 2,050
| That is so sad, condolences to both parties. Don't let it dampen your enthusiasm to ride. It will be a reminder for you to be extra careful on your bike.
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05-14-2008, 09:00 AM
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| Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2008
Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50
Location: Montreal, Canada
Posts: 67
| My deepest symapathy to all......truely sad and not warranted. Mistakes do happen (thats why they're called mistakes) but still, wish there could have been an alternate ending to this trajedy. Lets hope we can all take away the lesson to ALWAYS be vigilant when riding - as much as a motorcyclist OR motorist. As much as its troubling, keep your head up and keep doing what you love to do. RIDE SAFE. |
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05-14-2008, 10:26 AM
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| M-J Member of the Month!  Joined: Jun 2006
Bike: Grey, not silver, GREY 2006 Suzuki Boulevard M50
Location: Prince George BC
Posts: 2,702
| What a horrible thing to happen, we'll be thinking and praying for both families
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05-14-2008, 10:32 AM
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| Ditch Magnet  Joined: Apr 2008
Bike: Roadliner
Location: Toms River, NJ
Posts: 167
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05-14-2008, 11:01 AM
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| Wants Better Weather  Joined: Jan 2006
Bike: 1999 vs800 intruder, wife has a 1994 vs800
Location: Meridianville, AL
Posts: 656
| Truly sorry for all involved, but just wanted to comment that bikes in and of themselves are not dangerous, they are an inanimate object.
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05-14-2008, 03:10 PM
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| Third gear and cruising  Joined: Feb 2007
Bike: 1983 GS 550m kat / 1991 GSX 600f
Location: Nottingham,England
Posts: 517
| Such a horrible thing to happen. My condolences to the family of the rider. Hope everthing works out ok for your friend.
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05-14-2008, 06:02 PM
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| Ditch Magnet  Joined: Mar 2008
Bike: 07 M50 Limited
Location: Dallas
Posts: 158
| So sorry to hear that, 08-M50. Truly a tragedy for all involved. I recall you saying in another thread that you're engaged to be married. I'm sure my opinion won't be seconded by many here, but when that time comes that you and the wife decide to make a family together, you should probably consider not riding for a while. Things do happen, regardless of our skill or careful attention. I'm willing to take that risk now that my kids are old enough to get by without me, but I personally don't think it's fair to your wife to ask her to take that same risk when there are small children involved. Something for you to consider when that day comes. |
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05-14-2008, 09:40 PM
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| In Training Joined: Mar 2008
Bike: 2007 Suzuki M50 Limited
Location: Bell Canyon, California
Posts: 145
| I'm so sorry as well. While it inspires me to be as vigilant and aware as I possibly can be, it's a reminder that's it not all up to us. I won't stop riding, because it gives me so much joy, feels like a part of me, but you can bet I'll never let up in my efforts to ride as safely as is possible.
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05-15-2008, 12:01 AM
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| Ditch Magnet Joined: Apr 2008
Bike: 2008 Suzuki M50 Grey and Black
Location: California
Posts: 150
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__________________ I love my 2008 Black & Grey M50!!! So Far: Corbin Classic Solo Seat, Pop top windshield Next: Debaffle, John's forward controls Last edited by '08-M50 Rider; 05-15-2008 at 01:44 AM. |
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