Spyder Accidents

[Commander]

I just read on the Can-Am Spyder Owners Club Facebook page about being run off the road. Unfortunately this happens all of the time, as well as accident that are caused by inconsiderate drivers. Dan, I am glad you are ok and I will verify that the Spyder can save your life. A couple of years ago I was coming home from having my Spyder services and some :cus::cus::cus:homeowner decided to cut down one of his trees, normally that would not be a problem, but when he cut a branch, it hit an electric wire, dropped on the 18 wheeler, luckily it clipped both sides of the wire then dropped on me and my 2013 RTL. The wire scored every panel on the Spyder put a big hole in the windshield and wrapped the wire around me. Luckily I was able to stop in a very short distance.. If i was on a two wheeler i would not be here and because I was on my Spyder I was ably to walk away with only my nerves being shattered. Not a scratch on me, on my jacket or helmet.

Be Safe out there

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: Every time that you think the "Stupidity level" has maxxed-out: they bring in a new champion... :gaah:

 

[Chupaca]

As I see it...

Trust no one to do the right thing...be prepared at all times and be aware of your surroundings as long as you are out on the road. one reason I never have anything like Phone, GPS, Tablet etc hooked up unless I need it. Eyes on the road and always checking :lecturef_smilie:

 

[Spin]

This past Saturday I took out my two-wheeler because it's been neglected lately. I put my signal on to make a left hand turn and go into the turning lane and some guy went around me and almost hit me. If I was on the spider he just might have hit the front wheel. I pulled up next to him and was shaking my head and had to resist the urge to kick his door.

 

[ARtraveler]

Always drive as though "they" are out there to get you. It has saved my bacon several times. :thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree:

 

[PMK]

I just read on the Can-Am Spyder Owners Club Facebook page about being run off the road. Unfortunately this happens all of the time, as well as accident that are caused by inconsiderate drivers. Dan, I am glad you are ok and I will verify that the Spyder can save your life. A couple of years ago I was coming home from having my Spyder services and some :cus::cus::cus:homeowner decided to cut down one of his trees, normally that would not be a problem, but when he cut a branch, it hit an electric wire, dropped on the 18 wheeler, luckily it clipped both sides of the wire then dropped on me and my 2013 RTL. The wire scored every panel on the Spyder put a big hole in the windshield and wrapped the wire around me. Luckily I was able to stop in a very short distance.. If i was on a two wheeler i would not be here and because I was on my Spyder I was ably to walk away with only my nerves being shattered. Not a scratch on me, on my jacket or helmet.

Be Safe out there

Damn!

 

[Commander]

There are just some STUPID people out there that have no consideration for others

 

[Blue Star]

I just read on the Can-Am Spyder Owners Club Facebook page about being run off the road. Unfortunately this happens all of the time, as well as accident that are caused by inconsiderate drivers. Dan, I am glad you are ok and I will verify that the Spyder can save your life. A couple of years ago I was coming home from having my Spyder services and some :cus::cus::cus:homeowner decided to cut down one of his trees, normally that would not be a problem, but when he cut a branch, it hit an electric wire, dropped on the 18 wheeler, luckily it clipped both sides of the wire then dropped on me and my 2013 RTL. The wire scored every panel on the Spyder put a big hole in the windshield and wrapped the wire around me. Luckily I was able to stop in a very short distance.. If i was on a two wheeler i would not be here and because I was on my Spyder I was ably to walk away with only my nerves being shattered. Not a scratch on me, on my jacket or helmet.

Be Safe out there

This just happened where a motorcycle rider was killed by a fallen power wire., very sad.

http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrT...1868575//RK=0/RS=_CNlZcDTP1Zh9v_PAgDkex95Ruw-

 

[Rogue Hawk]

Always drive as though "they" are out there to get you. It has saved my bacon several times. :thumbup:

It's because they are.


This is why I bought an air bag vest. I know it does not make me indestructible (like a 20 year old squid), but it is a big plus.

 

[Bob Denman]

Not that I want to be accused of turning a blind eye to these accidents... :shocked:
But when you figure out how many of us are out there, and the amount of miles that we accrue each year: we're not doing all that bad! :thumbup:
Every accident seems to find it's way in here. :banghead:
Do you all post the stories of the successful rides? :dontknow:

Focus on the Sunshine, and the Darkness gets put into the proper perspective. nojoke


...Off my soapbox now... pps:

 

[Vader]

Its not if...

..its when. Stopped and rear ended by an obviously distracted driver at low speed. If you notice, the rear fender on the GS is shoved under the seat. If I was on two wheels I feel the outcome would have been much worse. I walked away.

 

[Jeriatric]

You may remember this ?

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Wheels of Justice: San Diego Woman Gets Six Years in Death of Motorcyclist - Motorcycle.com News

Six years? Really!

Well, at least we know what our life is worth in todays justice system.


Excuse me, unjust system. nojoke

 

[ruralgirl]

And a couple other caveats no matter how many wheels are under you: 1) Never cross a RR track without looking both ways. Don't trust the microwave switches to work the gates, not only because snow/ice can screw them up, but because they don't always detect small vehicles on the track. I've had two close calls where, if I hadn't been watching, I would've been smashed by, in one case, a pickup truck that was outfitted with track wheels, and, in the other case, one of those two-man-standing, hand pumping platforms.

And 2) I know this sounds crazy, but try not to sit on or under a bridge. America's older bridges are in bad shape. Today, a 4-lane highway bridge that I had to go under was jam packed with stand-still semis due to a fatal accident down the road. I had a red light coming up which would've planted me directly under all those rigs. Call me paranoid, but I refused to sit under that enormously loaded structure, so I changed lanes so I could get closer to the light and out from under the bridge.

 

[ARtraveler]

And a couple other caveats no matter how many wheels are under you: 1) Never cross a RR track without looking both ways. Don't trust the microwave switches to work the gates, not only because snow/ice can screw them up, but because they don't always detect small vehicles on the track. I've had two close calls where, if I hadn't been watching, I would've been smashed by, in one case, a pickup truck that was outfitted with track wheels, and, in the other case, one of those two-man-standing, hand pumping platforms.

And 2) I know this sounds crazy, but try not to sit on or under a bridge. America's older bridges are in bad shape. Today, a 4-lane highway bridge that I had to go under was jam packed with stand-still semis due to a fatal accident down the road. I had a red light coming up which would've planted me directly under all those rigs. Call me paranoid, but I refused to sit under that enormously loaded structure, so I changed lanes so I could get closer to the light and out from under the bridge.

I had not thought about the bridge situation. And yes, we have some of the real bad ones here. :thumbup:

 

[spacetiger]

A thought; go look at your level of uninsured motorist coverage on your policy. Since we all ride, the level of physical protection is low. To offset this, you should carry a significant level on your policy in case the other driver drives off or doesn't carry much coverage. The delta cost is well worth it - especially if you need it one day. At least ask what the increased premiums would be so you can make an informed decision.

Jerry

 

[ruralgirl]

I had not thought about the bridge situation. And yes, we have some of the real bad ones here. :thumbup:

I guess I'm aware of it because our little rural bridges crumble and collapse pretty regularly around here (and may not be replaced for years, if ever). And some of the TV specials on the subject nationwide are nightmarish!

 

[Blue Star]

Not that I want to be accused of turning a blind eye to these accidents... :shocked:
But when you figure out how many of us are out there, and the amount of miles that we accrue each year: we're not doing all that bad! :thumbup:
Every accident seems to find it's way in here. :banghead:
Do you all post the stories of the successful rides? :dontknow:

Focus on the Sunshine, and the Darkness gets put into the proper perspective. nojoke


...Off my soapbox now... pps:

You are so correct, as life is too short to worry about what I can't control. I will just be Cassius of what I can control.

I did get in a short ryde today, even if only for about 30 minutes. Enjoyed the sunset, and made it home safe with no fatalities. :yes:

Unless you count the dozen or so insects on my windshield :roflblack:

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: You killed "a dozen or so insects"? :shocked:

Do you know how many THOUSANDS of their family and friends are now planning to attend the funerals? :banghead:

 

[Zip]

So we ran into our first jerk on this past Saturday. He tried to hit us . He was in the lane to our right and came into our lane quickly. I hit the brake and went into the oncoming lane to avoid him. He gave us the finger and sped off.