Totaled Spyder

[Lone Spyder Ryder]

Accident left 09 totaled 27,857 miles on Wed 07/09/2014 4:00PM RIP going to really miss this machine. One thing for sure the Can Am Spyder was more than just a machine to me......5 blocks from home. Pulled up behind a pickup at stop sign. He made the turn, I stopped and made the turn, started following him down the street. No turn signal from his pickup, he just did braked and started a left turn. I remember starting to brake and that is all I remember. Next thing I know I am laying on the pavement, the Spyder upside down, in a guys drive way and two people asking how I was. Then some policeman, fireman and being loaded in to a ambulance. Woke up in ICU with my spleen removed, 3 broken ribs, and road rash on both knees, elbows and both hands. The right wheel of the Spyder must have caught the brim of the ditch and took out a 4 inch steel pole with a mail box attached to it. I had just had all the triple play, fender tips GIVI case lights all turn singles changed to leds.
Just sick thinking about it. Man did the Spyder light up when braking and turning. So anyway I am not sure where things will go from here but I sure did enjoy this site and will continue to visit just to see what is happing with you all.
I am trying to find out who I got my adjustable handle bar risers and foot pegs from. Can't find my receipts .....thanks to all of you for the good wishes. I do believe will be a spyder ryder again

 

[pwm]

Glad your OK so to speak. Hopefully you can get back Spydering before too long.

 

[Tango]

Glad your ok! Hang in there. :thumbup: Tom :trike:

 

[Bob Denman]

:yikes: So glad to see that you're at least able to post this...
Please take care of yourself first; everything else can wait!
ray: to you and yours!

 

[MouthPiece]

I remember posting just about the very same thing 2 1/2 years ago. Mine was only broken ribs and a mutilated rotator cuff. I remember laying on my back, opening up my eyes and saying thank you God. My 2010 spyder was black. That's why I now own a "yeller" colored spyder.

I know just how you feel. The only advice I can give is to "get back up on that horse and ride". You'll be fearful of intersections (even in your cage), but in time the memories become faint.

If you had that many miles on your spyder, it tells me it wasn't a "14". You should get a pretty good settlement on the spyder from your insurance company. I know I did. As to whether you will be compensated "justly" for your other injuries, only time will tell.

Bottom line is that although I'm sorry this happened to you, I'm certainly glad that you are able to write and tell us about it.

Chris

 

[MarkLawson]

Prayers for your quick and complete healing! ray:

 

[Bob Denman]

I'm also a dues-paying member of the "Spyder Crash Test Dummy", Bridge Club... pps:
I Visited the old frame a couple of weeks ago...

 

[Scooter]

I was hit by a truck on I-95 back in 1998 on a 2 wheeler, so I know how you feel. Get well, don't let this stop you from riding. :thumbup::thumbup:

 

[wyliec]

Glad to hear that you're relatively okay, and keep on healing.

 

[vided]

Sad to hear your plight. I hope you mend quickly.ray:

 

[cuznjohn]

wow glad you can be here to let us know, feel better soon

 

[Eagle1]

Glad to hear you are getting better. Keep us posted.

Hope you Get back to the Ryde.

 

[PrairieSpyder]

Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger - and maybe smarter. I also pray you'll continue to full recovery soon.ray:

I agree with Mouthpiece that you should "get back on the horse" as soon as you are able to do so. In the meantime, don't be a stranger.

 

[Bob Denman]

Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger - and maybe smarter. I also pray you'll continue to full recovery soon.ray:

.

 

[billrob71]

Sorry to hear , hope for a speedy recovery for ya

HANG IN THERE

 

[ARtraveler]

Thank you for posting. Glad to hear you made it through, and hope you will get back on a :spyder2: again. Our thoughts and ray:ray: go with you.

 

[Jim&Teresa]

Wow...glad you made it through that situation

So sorry to hear about your accident and glad you are still with us! :clap::clap::clap::clap:

ray: for a speedy recovery. Thanks for sharing your story. :thumbup:

 

[Jeriatric]

One day at a time.

You're alive!!!

Hang in there.

:doorag:

 

[Chupaca]

Doubly sad news..!!

So glad you made it through...sorry the roadster did not..but really sorry it happened at all..Hope you have a full recovery soon ray:ray: and hope you do stay on with us. Your knowledge is part of what this site is about..good bad and ugly...heal well..:thumbup:

 

[Brian Kay]

YOU HAVE MY SUPPORT

And that's why I now own a Spyder... Had a similar accident on a motorcycle and lived to tell about it! Now back on the horse with training wheels lol.

Glad to see you telling stories. God bless!