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Title: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 17, 2016, 10:09:15 PM: Well sometime between 9:30 and 10 AM Central time I had the unpleasant experience of a tank slapper and went down with the bike. I was towing my Redneck Redtec1 trailer. I believe the trailer saved me from flipping and a trip to the hospital. I rode it out and laid her down staying on the low side. I was on wet pavement and running 70 mph. There was a wiggle then straight into a full blown tank slapping violent fishtailing ride. I got it slowed down to 55 then laid her down.
I did get a couple of raspberries on my arm and butt. Otherwise no major injuries or cuts. My bike didn't fair as well but I was able to ride it towing the trailer to Bumpas HD Jackson TN. A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to FlaHeatWave Ed and Jaynae for all they have done making sure I was okay. Also Brett Henson and Jim Castellano of Bumpas HD for getting me in the shop and back on the road safely. They were the best and I will recommend them to anyone in the Jackson TN area.
My trip to Eureka Springs continues and we will be there tomorrow afternoon.
Thanks to all that have been a part to this day and offered assistance for whatever I need. That is what makes this group so special.
I was told to buy a lottery ticket today and also that an angel was sitting on my shoulder. I do believe the Good Lord was with me today.

Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 17, 2016, 10:13:30 PM: Thanks again for the extra check-ins today Mikey. Felt a lot better knowing all was good and stayed good as the day progressed. The bits and pieces we talked about are in the saddlebag ready to go. Just glad you're ok.

At this point the next most important question then is; none of the kool aid got broke did it?!?! ???
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Chains on May 17, 2016, 10:15:36 PM: Mikey like we talked tonight if there is anything I can do just call me. Glad your walking tonight. You may be a little sore come morning.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 17, 2016, 10:18:19 PM: Quote from: Twolanerider on May 17, 2016, 10:13:30 PM
Thanks again for the extra check-ins today Mikey. Felt a lot better knowing all was good and stayed good as the day progressed. The bits and pieces we talked about are in the saddlebag ready to go. Just glad you're ok.

At this point the next most important question then is; none of the kool aid got broke did it?!?! ???

The Kool AID is fine and we did test it tonite. All is well.
Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 17, 2016, 10:19:55 PM: Quote from: MIKEYTEE on May 17, 2016, 10:18:19 PM
The Kool AID is fine and we did test it tonite. All is well.
Mike
:drink:

It's fortunate you're well stocked on... umm... . ... oral analgesics :drink: :2vrolijk_21: :drink: .
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 08glide on May 17, 2016, 10:38:45 PM: so sorry to hear of your mis- hap. glad it was not any worse. Praise the Lord!! glad it was minor to you. sounds like Bumpass did ya good, as well. take care & please, BE CAREFUL !!!! RIDE SAFE ! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: sadunbar on May 17, 2016, 10:53:39 PM: Always hate to hear of anyone going down. So glad you are mostly o.k. Enjoy the rest of your trip! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: iski on May 18, 2016, 12:26:47 AM: Thanks for letting us know you are ok. Was very concerned after we spoke earlier today. Safe ride from here on & may Godspeed. Also glad to hear the Pie stocks were intact.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: kiro on May 18, 2016, 06:17:09 AM: I'm just pleased to know you're okay Mike... I don't have many South Carolinian friends with ties to Maine <g>...
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 2k on May 18, 2016, 06:20:05 AM: WoW....down on the superslab!! You rodeher like a pro Mike, glad you and your cargo are OK. I hit a deer in Colorado several years back and have always said having a trailer on saved my butt. Now you prove it again, along with Jock. Safe rest of travels and don't tell Momma til you get home.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 18, 2016, 06:34:32 AM: Momma knows.
Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 9 1/2 Beers on May 18, 2016, 07:13:47 AM: Quote from: MIKEYTEE on May 17, 2016, 10:18:19 PM
The Kool AID is fine and we did test it tonite. All is well.
Mike
:drink:

You scared me when i first started reading your post, I am so very glad you are okay.

Be well my friend

Marty
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: TN on May 18, 2016, 07:15:12 AM: Wow, Thank the Man above and yer guardian angel that's with you Mike. Glad it's no worse than you describe.

Ride Safely

TN
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: ultrarider123 on May 18, 2016, 07:30:36 AM: Just read this, Unc. Glad you were and are in the Lord's hands. Sheet metal and plastic can be replaced but bones and skin are much harder to mend. Glad it was just a scrape or two to you and none of the "precious cargo" was damaged.

Bumpus in Jackson is a fine dealership. We've stopped many times and they are always nice and seem to have a ride planned somewhere all the time.

PM sent.

Howard
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: TNCarters on May 18, 2016, 07:37:15 AM: Sorry to hear about your mishap and glad your OK. Weather yesterday morning was not very good for riding. Glad Bumpus Jackson took care of you. Safe travels the rest of your trip!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: mjb765 on May 18, 2016, 08:18:34 AM: Hate to hear this but glad you are OK....Be safe on the rest of your trip!

Mike
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: moscooter on May 18, 2016, 08:23:51 AM: :-\

"and have always said having a trailer on saved my butt. Now you prove it again".................. :nixweiss:

2K, I read thru these post entries pretty fast, but don't believe I saw anyone address the (cause) that Mikey got into a "tank slapper" in the first place.

Personally, instead of "praising" the trailer as (saving his azz), I would point directly at the TRAILER as the primary cause for the slapper scenario to occur.

It's been a long time back, but my return ride from the 100 yr HD anniversary deal in Milwaukee, we encountered the immediate aftermath of an overturned Harley (with trailer) in the middle of the interstate. I chatted with the car driver that was directly behind the bike/trailer rider. He said that the trailer started fishtailing and caused the rider to loose control and he was thrown from the bike to the pavement and the bike/trailer ended up in the ditch upside down with the trailer tires still spinning when I was there.

BOTTOM LINE...............In that case, I imagine the trailer load front to back (re: tongue weight) was not as should be and created the problem. I have no clue as to Mikeys situation other than to say.................My bet would be he would NOT have gotten into a "tank slapper" had he NOT been pulling a trailer in the first place. :soapbox:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: WTF Chuck on May 18, 2016, 08:33:54 AM: Glad to hear your okay Mikey. Hope the rest of your trip goes well.
Wish I could have made it. I could have helped you with the refreshments.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: JCZ on May 18, 2016, 08:35:41 AM: Happy to hear that you're OK Mikey. The bike doesn't sound that bad, either, if you're still riding it.

Easy to play arm chair quarterback and a lot of people did it after my accident so I'll keep my thoughts regarding how it happened, to myself. Just be sure to get the neck bearings and the fall away checked ASAP! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: ultrafxr on May 18, 2016, 08:54:40 AM: Mikey so glad you are OK and it wasn't any worse.

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Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Robmay on May 18, 2016, 10:23:15 AM: Glad to hear you're okay Uncle Mikey!!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 2k on May 18, 2016, 10:53:59 AM: Quote from: moscooter on May 18, 2016, 08:23:51 AM
:-\

"and have always said having a trailer on saved my butt. Now you prove it again".................. :nixweiss:

2K, I read thru these post entries pretty fast, but don't believe I saw anyone address the (cause) that Mikey got into a "tank slapper" in the first place.

Personally, instead of "praising" the trailer as (saving his azz), I would point directly at the TRAILER as the primary cause for the slapper scenario to occur

It's been a long time back, but my return ride from the 100 yr HD anniversary deal in Milwaukee, we encountered the immediate aftermath of an overturned Harley (with trailer) in the middle of the interstate. I chatted with the car driver that was directly behind the bike/trailer rider. He said that the trailer started fishtailing and caused the rider to loose control and he was thrown from the bike to the pavement and the bike/trailer ended up in the ditch upside down with the trailer tires still spinning when I was there.

BOTTOM LINE...............In that case, I imagine the trailer load front to back (re: tongue weight) was not as should be and created the problem. I have no clue as to Mikeys situation other than to say.................My bet would be he would NOT have gotten into a "tank slapper" had he NOT been pulling a trailer in the first place. :soapbox:

I easily see where an improperly loaded trailer could cause a problem rather than prevent one. I would bet the farm this wasn't the case with Unc. He has pulled that trailer and it precious cargo for several years now behind both Scooters & trucks and knows how to load it. In my case, how many times have you heard of someone hitting a deer at 60mph killing it on impact and not even laying down? I passed 2 emergency vehicles as I was going down the mountain, stopped in Silverton and called 911 and told them I had hit a deer and my scoot was damaged pretty good ($4100). They said thanks for calling cause they were looking to scrape me off the road. A car behind me called 911 and told them a motorcycle had hit a deer......then the azzholes passed me without stopping to see if I needed help, of course they probably couldn't pull a trailer either!!! Ask Grandpadoc if his trailer helped him. :nervous:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Jock on May 18, 2016, 11:09:01 AM: Brother Mike as you know I can relate to your experience and I am so pleased that God had has arms all around you. May your bumps and bruises heal quickly and the remainder of your journey be well.

Take it easy and ride safe brother as I know you will.

:2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: RonandJanet on May 18, 2016, 11:34:38 AM: I am glad you made it through this OK. I was going to ask if you knew what caused the problem. I am not sure what "tank slapping" is but I assume this when you fishtail hard.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: ultrafxr on May 18, 2016, 11:51:48 AM: Quote from: RonandJanet on May 18, 2016, 11:34:38 AM
I am glad you made it through this OK. I was going to ask if you knew what caused the problem. I am not sure what "tank slapping" is but I assume this when you fishtail hard.

Speed wobble, head shake, death wobble and shimmy are different terms used for the same action of a "tank slapper." It's slang which refers to the action of the front forks violently moving side to side and the handlebars almost slapping the tank.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: BigLew on May 18, 2016, 11:57:36 AM: Mikey just seeing this, thanks to our God for his mercy. Glad you are here and nothing broken. How is the Bike? If I can help from Greensboro let me know!

BigLew
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: HUBBARD on May 18, 2016, 01:38:10 PM: Quote from: BigLew on May 18, 2016, 11:57:36 AM
Mikey just seeing this, thanks to our God for his mercy. Glad you are here and nothing broken. How is the Bike? If I can help from Greensboro let me know!

BigLew

X2, Mikey! So glad you're ok! We'll talk about it over a "Bison-Burger" again, sometime! Later--HUBBARD
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: DCFIREMANN on May 18, 2016, 01:46:21 PM: Quote from: HUBBARD on May 18, 2016, 01:38:10 PM
X2, Mikey! So glad you're ok! We'll talk about it over a "Bison-Burger" again, sometime! Later--HUBBARD

X3 Mikey. All I can say is HOLY chit!!!!! If you need anything call THE DAWG!!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: BUCKNUT GREG on May 18, 2016, 02:52:47 PM: Sure is good to still hear from you Mikey.
Hope you have safe travels the rest of the way.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 110tHunDer on May 18, 2016, 03:51:38 PM: Scary stuff! Glad you're OK and were able to continue on, Mike!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Fired00d on May 18, 2016, 04:03:54 PM: Quote from: BigLew on May 18, 2016, 11:57:36 AM
Mikey just seeing this, thanks to our God for his mercy. Glad you are here and nothing broken. How is the Bike? If I can help from Greensboro let me know!

BigLew
Amen!!! Don't really care about the "cause" I'm just thankful for the outcome and glad you aren't critically injured. Take care you ole fart. :) 8)

:pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
:fireman:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Royalroadie on May 18, 2016, 04:11:05 PM: Mike, I am so glad you pulled it out without get too banged up. I just got in to Eureka Spring and saw your post. Look forward to laying an eye on you when you get here.

John
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: OBB on May 18, 2016, 05:27:08 PM: Scary stuff there. Glad things aren't any worse than they are. Heal up quick bud.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: phato1 on May 18, 2016, 07:36:45 PM: So dang glad you're gonna be ok uncle Mikey.
Honestly made my insides try and become my outsides when I got word of the incident. Bikes and material crap can be repaired/replaced.
As others have said thanks be to the good Lord for watching over you.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: spydglide on May 18, 2016, 08:12:49 PM: Wow.........hope you continue to be OK thru all of this Mike. I know you're a tough old bird, but going down continues to become harder the older we get....Take it easy tomorrow, my friend. Love ya, Brother!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Black Diamond on May 18, 2016, 10:39:30 PM: Damn Mikey....Be safe brother.

JW
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Royalroadie on May 18, 2016, 11:27:39 PM: Mike, I am so glad you pulled it out without get too banged up. I just got in to Eureka Spring and saw your post. Look forward to laying an eye on you when you get here.

John
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: SHRADER on May 19, 2016, 05:53:24 AM: WOW!

So glad to know you are OK pal!

Just goes to prove that despite your slight frame and boyish exterior, you are tougher than a pine knot. LOL
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Rooster on May 19, 2016, 04:33:57 PM: Glad to hear you are alright Mikey. Those tank slappers can really make your forearms sore quick enough that your mind says let go. Glad you held on.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 05:53:39 PM: Mikey found a new less bent way home! Got a free leather jacket out of the deal!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Rooster on May 19, 2016, 06:17:13 PM: Just need a new hitch :drink: Congrats
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: OBB on May 19, 2016, 06:22:37 PM: Quote from: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 05:53:39 PM
Mikey found a new less bent way home! Got a free leather jacket out of the deal!
At least it's blue 8)
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 08glide on May 19, 2016, 06:50:40 PM: NO WAY ! :nixweiss:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Jock on May 19, 2016, 06:50:50 PM: Quote from: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 05:53:39 PM
Mikey found a new less bent way home! Got a free leather jacket out of the deal!

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???

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Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: OBB on May 19, 2016, 07:17:57 PM: Quote from: Jock on May 19, 2016, 06:50:50 PM
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???

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I kinda agree. TL is just being a monkey pulling our leg. :huepfenlol2: Even so, that bike he's sitting is still blue ;D
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: phato1 on May 19, 2016, 07:31:49 PM: Quote from: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 05:53:39 PM
Mikey found a new less bent way home! Got a free leather jacket out of the deal!
Let him outta yer site for just one minute.....
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: SHRADER on May 19, 2016, 08:13:32 PM: Given the two parties involved, Don and Mikey, I strongly suspect there is conspiracy afoot. However if that is not the case, welcome to the tribe Mikey....
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 08:40:55 PM: Mikey just got back from a break in ride. Likes it so much he put off drinking for a couple hours! ???
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 08:42:54 PM: Ok, now I'm going to ride it for awhile before dark. Apple pie be damned.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Robmay on May 19, 2016, 09:05:21 PM: No way. Where's my bullchit flag? I need to throw it.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Fired00d on May 19, 2016, 09:09:18 PM: Quote from: Robmay on May 19, 2016, 09:05:21 PM
No way. Where's my bullchit flag? I need to throw it.
This close enough??...

(http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=20561.0;attach=55255;image)

:pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
:fireman:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Robmay on May 19, 2016, 09:13:01 PM: Quote from: Fired00d on May 19, 2016, 09:09:18 PM
This close enough??...

(http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=20561.0;attach=55255;image)

:pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
:fireman:

Perfect. :drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Chains on May 19, 2016, 10:12:31 PM: From this day forward Berry Juice shall now be known as Fire Water
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: spydglide on May 19, 2016, 10:13:46 PM: I don't know, a 'tank-slapper' can make you lose all judgment for awhile. It takes a support group to prevent serious mistakes.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: phato1 on May 20, 2016, 06:08:36 AM: C'mon now, surely Keemosabee wouldn't tellum tall tales under teepee.

Or would he????
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: OBB on May 20, 2016, 06:14:28 AM: Quote from: Robmay on May 19, 2016, 09:05:21 PM
No way. Where's my bullchit flag? I need to throw it.

another one for ya
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: ultrarider123 on May 20, 2016, 07:18:57 AM: Quote from: Twolanerider on May 19, 2016, 05:53:39 PM
Mikey found a new less bent way home! Got a free leather jacket out of the deal!

(http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=107839.0;attach=292255)[img]

I'd still ride with ya, Unc...... :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: DesertHOG on May 20, 2016, 10:25:51 AM: Mikey, so glad the lord saw fit to keep you with us. Even if you are riding a ~~Victory~~ Indian now. Like Howard said, I'll still ride wit'ya.

DH
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 2k on May 20, 2016, 11:22:12 AM: Ummm, me ride wid chief ne time on ne thang.......just mite b a little bhind jew.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: GregKhougaz on May 20, 2016, 11:47:30 AM: Whoa! Very sorry to read, Mike but very, very happy it was not worse. Sounds like your guardian Angel was on duty.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: TinSpinner on May 20, 2016, 02:45:26 PM: Just saw this. Glad you're okay and in good spirits Mike.

Maybe raspberry is a good flavor? Just call it the I-40 juice, you can't drink it from one end to the other without falling down!!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: OBB on May 20, 2016, 05:14:41 PM: Quote from: TinSpinner on May 20, 2016, 02:45:26 PM
Just saw this. Glad you're okay and in good spirits Mike.

Maybe raspberry is a good flavor? Just call it the I-40 juice, you can't drink it from one end to the other without falling down!!
:orange: :mango: :bananarock: :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: DesertHOG on May 20, 2016, 08:18:57 PM: Quote from: 2k on May 20, 2016, 11:22:12 AM
Ummm, me ride wid chief ne time on ne thang.......just mite b a little bhind jew.

You're a little what?
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: sadunbar on May 20, 2016, 09:11:51 PM: Quote from: spydglide on May 19, 2016, 10:13:46 PM
I don't know, a 'tank-slapper' can make you lose all judgment for awhile. It takes a support group to prevent serious mistakes.

Lol... Sounds true to me! :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Robmay on May 21, 2016, 06:37:28 AM: I heard from a little birdie it is true. Congrats Uncle Mikey!!!

Rob
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Chains on May 21, 2016, 07:14:19 AM: Fact or
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Robmay on May 21, 2016, 02:43:48 PM: Quote from: Chains on May 21, 2016, 07:14:19 AM
Fact or

You would be correct. I was lied to, misinformed, mistreated even!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 21, 2016, 02:55:45 PM: I had to head out ahead of most of the rest of the crowd. Had to pick up the dogs today about noon so I'm home now and the dogs are vegging out glad to be home. The crowd in Eureka should be enjoying an absolutely great day to be out riding though. Just a gorgeous day today and a great ride home for me this morning. Mikey should be hootin' and hollerin' like Slim Pickens on an atom bomb out for the first really good day on the Indian!! :drink: :drummer: :drink:

ok, Uncle Mike and I might have been offended about no one buying our bullchit... might have.... but we was havin' too much fun :drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 21, 2016, 05:30:14 PM: As they say.............GOTCHA! !!!!!!! :D
If'n y'all had been here, ya woulda been part of da ruse. It was all Don's
Idea with some egging on by me and a few others.
Chief Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 21, 2016, 06:05:56 PM: Quote from: MIKEYTEE on May 21, 2016, 05:30:14 PM
As they say.............GOTCHA! !!!!!!! :D
If'n y'all had been here, ya woulda been part of da ruse. It was all Don's
Idea with some egging on by me and a few others.
Chief Mike
:drink:

Uncle Chiefey :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Chains on May 21, 2016, 06:41:28 PM: See Mikey speak with forked tongue
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: cambo on May 21, 2016, 08:20:50 PM: Mike I didn't know about the accident until I heard it from Jimmy today. Glad you are ok, good to see you still smiling as always, even if you seem to be riding an unfamiliar and, dare I say, weird looking bike! Is that a Polaris Snowmobile? :P Ride safe and see you in 3 months!

Cam
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: SHRADER on May 22, 2016, 07:54:08 AM: Mikey is Big Chief Bullemchit
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: JR on May 22, 2016, 09:22:49 AM: Oh Mikey :o I'm so sorry you went down. I felt terrible when I was told about it and praised God for the outcome as it seldom ends that way when one goes down! Prayed for you and will continue til your home. I love ya Mikey and may God Continue to bless you!!! :2vrolijk_21:

:bananarock:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Chains on May 22, 2016, 04:40:01 PM: Quote from: SHRADER on May 22, 2016, 07:54:08 AM
Mikey is Big Chief Bullemchit

Maybe he deserves this award. lol
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 22, 2016, 08:58:38 PM: The wreck was real, the Indian not so much. Maybe some day ya never know.
Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Royalroadie on May 22, 2016, 09:09:23 PM: Mikey & Don,
I was not aware this BS was going on until today. Some of the member have great BS detector. If I wasn't there I would have bought it.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Twolanerider on May 22, 2016, 09:27:15 PM: Quote from: Royalroadie on May 22, 2016, 09:09:23 PM
Mikey & Don,
I was not aware this BS was going on until today. Some of the member have great BS detector. If I wasn't there I would have bought it.

Mikey had my login. It was all him. Really.... 8) :drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: spydglide on May 22, 2016, 09:39:52 PM: ::)
Quote from: Twolanerider on May 22, 2016, 09:27:15 PM
Mikey had my login. It was all him. Really.... 8) :drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Smellymo on May 22, 2016, 11:05:57 PM: WTF? ::)
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 25, 2016, 11:21:10 AM: I am home safe and sound. I would like to thank everyone for their concerns and well wishes. I also would like to thank those that offered to come get me and the bike and get me home. I really appreciate the offers and the phone calls. Things like that is what makes this forum special. No forum itself is worth a damn, only the people on the forum make it great. I do believe we are members of the greatest forum on the internet.
OBTW, as a side note. Not one jar of berry juice was harmed during the incident.
See y'all on the road, bright side up!
Thanks again,
Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: FlaHeatWave on May 25, 2016, 11:50:50 AM: ' I have pulled a lot of trailers (CDL, boat business) just never with a motorcycle...
After riding 800 miles or so with MikeyTee, his trailer tracks as straight and true as any I have ever seen, even over bumps and railroad tracks... I was not with him at the time of the incident, but, from what I can tell, contributing factors where the condition of the tires and the shocks on the bike...
I wholeheartedly agree with Mikey's post above, the members make the CVO forum the greatest ever :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:

As far as the Indian goes, I didn't see any major scratches on Mikey's helmet, but he must have bumped his head somewhere along the way :nixweiss:
Title: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Unbalanced on May 25, 2016, 05:50:02 PM: Mikey you may want to Have a pow wow with Big Chief Blowing Oil for a tribal meeting while in WV.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: Bubba on May 25, 2016, 11:05:55 PM: Quote from: MIKEYTEE on May 25, 2016, 11:21:10 AM
I am home safe and sound. I would like to thank everyone for their concerns and well wishes. I also would like to thank those that offered to come get me and the bike and get me home. I really appreciate the offers and the phone calls. Things like that is what makes this forum special. No forum itself is worth a damn, only the people on the forum make it great. I do believe we are members of the greatest forum on the internet.
OBTW, as a side note. Not one jar of berry juice was harmed during the incident.
See y'all on the road, bright side up!
Thanks again,
Mike
:drink:

Glad you made it home safe Mikey. Glad I got to see you and the gang for a bit just wished work hadn't gotten in the way but sure enjoyed visiting with everyone one.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: ultrarider123 on May 29, 2016, 08:38:42 AM: Hey unc, stopped by Bumpus in Jackson, TN on Thursday. Bought a t-shirt or two and thanked them for taking care of our friend. I wanted them to know that good service, customer care and the news of such travelled far and wide. Nice folks at Jackson.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: OBB on May 29, 2016, 08:41:37 AM: Quote from: Haird on May 29, 2016, 08:38:42 AM
Hey unc, stopped by Bumpus in Jackson, TN on Thursday. Bought a t-shirt or two and thanked them for taking care of our friend. I wanted them to know that good service, customer care and the news of such travelled far and wide. Nice folks at Jackson.
IIRC, that's the 2nd time in about a year that same dealer helped out a member in need. I remember a thread last year about someone needing help and they stepped up to the plate pretty good. We stopped there on the way to TX last year to pick up poker chips and I made mention of it to the people in the service department that the word is out about them being a place to go when in need.
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on May 30, 2016, 09:56:28 PM: I have sent them a letter with a copy to Mother Harley stating my appreciation of all their great service and getting me back on the road.
Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: 08glide on May 31, 2016, 10:21:39 PM: Way to go Mikeytee. that will put a star by there name. good for the mother ship to know that there are SOME good dealerships still around. :2vrolijk_21:

RIDE SAFE ! BE CAREFUL ! :orange:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: SneakyPete on June 01, 2016, 12:10:06 PM: Quote from: MIKEYTEE on May 25, 2016, 11:21:10 AM
I am home safe and sound. I would like to thank everyone for their concerns and well wishes. I also would like to thank those that offered to come get me and the bike and get me home. I really appreciate the offers and the phone calls. Things like that is what makes this forum special. No forum itself is worth a damn, only the people on the forum make it great. I do believe we are members of the greatest forum on the internet.
OBTW, as a side note. Not one jar of berry juice was harmed during the incident.
See y'all on the road, bright side up!
Thanks again,
Mike
:drink:

Mike,

I can't believe I missed this post. So glad and thankful you are ok. Been there and done that as you well know and can say we are both living and walking examples that the good Lord is looking over us. Looking forward to seeing you in WV!
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: MIKEYTEE on June 01, 2016, 01:11:38 PM: Thanks Pete happy to say, I'll see you in WV! :2vrolijk_21:
Mike
:drink:
Title: Re: On the way to Eureka Springs, or Going down on I-40 W.
Post by: phato1 on June 01, 2016, 09:08:49 PM: Quote from: OBB on May 29, 2016, 08:41:37 AM
IIRC, that's the 2nd time in about a year that same dealer helped out a member in need. I remember a thread last year about someone needing help and they stepped up to the plate pretty good. We stopped there on the way to TX last year to pick up poker chips and I made mention of it to the people in the service department that the word is out about them being a place to go when in need.

That was probably me on my way to Ribfest last year. The Bumpus location in Murfreesboro did a stellar job getting us back on the road after some horrendous cam chest noises began emminatinng from the bike. Very good folks at the Bumpus owned dealerships here in TN.

I was so impressed we moved so that now they're my home dealership.

Ok, we moved for other reasons, but they are my home dealership. ;)