Phantom 540 - Accident - Roll over

[DynamoBT]

Wow! You are lucky to be alive. Though it wasn't all "luck". You did a lot of right things to ensure you come out of something like this alive. Wishing you speedy healing and an uneventful recovery.

 

[acinpcola]

Good to hear you are ok. Hope you heal quickly. When you are ready jump on and ryde again.

AC:spyder2:

 

[jedd]

Wow bad news bud, great info on gear and securing luggage. Always nice when someone shares their misfortunes to help others. Thanks for the lesson. Heal up quickly.

Jim:thumbup:

 

[Leslee]

So thankful you are still with us. I agree with others that your experience while wearing riding gear will save other lives. Our prayers are with you.ray:

 

[JimAlpha]

Sorry to hear about your accident! Glad to hear the good lord was looking out for you. nojoke

 

[daveinva]

Yeah, reading this thread makes me seriously contemplate junking my soft bags for the hard bags. I know the odds are that nothing bad will ever happen, but this is proof that when bad things do happen, they happen in a hurry.

 

[SpydermanCT]

It's wonderful your able to tell us the story after going thru such an ordeal. I am going to look into some better gear for personal protection. Kiss your wife, give your daughter a hug then have an ice cold beer and heal quick ! It's obvious the big guy was watching over you this time.

 

[dancogan]

...Right now my guess is that maybe one of my bungies failed that held the bag on top of my seat. Or maybe one side came off and got sucked up and dragged the bag with it...

Wow, what a get-off! Happy to hear you're going to be OK with no serious or lasting injuries. We believe in ATGATT, too, regardless of the temps. Our only exception is maybe a short and slow ride to dinner when we might wear jeans instead of riding pants. But you were wearing the right stuff at the right time.

Now, about the bungies ... IMHO that may have been the source of your error. I never fasten luggage with bungies for two reasons: 1) those things can be dangerous if they slip our of your hand when you trying to attach one, and; 2) The really don't hold all that well. I always use straps to fasten down luggage and have never had it come loose.

When you get a chance to review the condition of the bike and learn more about possible causes we'll all be interested in hearing more. So glad you're OK! :thumbup:

 

[Wheeler~]

You were lucky and glad you're ok!

 

[Firefly]

Wow. Glad you're okay. Sure looks like the lefthand saddle bag got pulled down under and jammed things up. Sure would make me think twice about using soft bags again!

I've locked up my rear tire on purpose (dropped from 5th to 2nd or 3rd - killed the engine and dumped the clutch) - and the spyder indeed gets pretty squirrely pretty quick.....

Looks like the bike will be a total loss-- but I'd see if you can buy it back as salvage and part some of it out--- I'm sure someone out here would like to buy the motor and have some fun with it....

 

[cjackg]

Yikes! What a wakeup call about safe riding gear. You are very lucky, but are to be congratulated for using full safety gear, even in the hottest part of the summer. I know too many people that never use full helmets and even ride bare armed in the summer.
Your story shows very clear reasons to dress for safety more than convenience.

Sure glad to hear you were not seriously injured.

 

[retread]

Glad to hear you're able to heal, praying for complete and quick healing.
A little wisdom from someone else who learned the hard way...Bungies are for jumping, straps are for tying things down.

john

 

[CaptRalph]

OMG! You were definitely born yesterday, as the Big Guy was really looking out for you. ray: Looks like you had the same soft bags I have which I really don't like because they droop to the inside of the wheels. Guess I'll have to take a consider the expense of hard bags. The fact that you were wearing all your gear also makes me feel foolish. It is so hot around here during summer that I wear a half helmet and short sleeve shirts versus full riding gear. If the same would have happened to me I probably wouldn't have been as lucky. :shocked: Glad you are Ok! Keep healing and thanks again for sharing!​

 

[Clicker1944]

So happy you are still here to post with us. Feel better soon.

 

[WJS]

The point of my posting is to let you guys know it's okay to wear full gear. Even if your family and friends make fun of you. Even if you ride a spyder which is a bit safer than a bike at times. Even if people tell you it's too hot outside for gear or you're taking a trip around the corner.
My full gear saved my life. I can kiss my wife and 7 year old daughter tonight because of my gear.

Could have said it better! Glad you're okay.

 

[Questions]

Im no expert but after looking at the Video it looks like the rear fender and belt covers are not on the bike. The left saddle bag looks to be jamed between the belt and sproket. That would be like throwing a stick into some kids spokes on his bicycle

Im in the process of getting my bike ready for a trip to Indy and have decided to pack ALL my riding gear and wear them even if its hot out. Im glad your ok.

 

[Phantom888]

Give me a call or a pm if you need anything at all. 267-342-4198

 

[pro10is]

Really glad you're ok. Surviving a rollover at 75mph is remarkable, never mind with only minor injuries. Great case for AGATT.

From the news video it looks like your rear left saddlebag was clearly jammed in your rear sprocket.



That would surely lock up the rear wheel and prevent the VSS from working. One of the worse things to happen on any motorcycle (or Spyder) is a total rear wheel lockup. Almost impossible to recover from especially at 75mph. Best of luck to you on a speedy recovery.

 

[Questions]

So glad to read that you are here, sounds as if the outcome would have been far worse had you not been wearing proper gear. So many riders dress like they are on the way to the beach......Hopefully your story will remind all riders that you dress for the road not the ride..Wishing you a speedy recovery......

 

[MouthPiece]

God was and may God be with you in the future.

Chris