Topic: Change of mind.......... (Read 5433 times)

JCZ · « **on:** September 25, 2004, 07:43:57 PM »

As you guys know, after my last accident in May I decided not to ride anymore and was going to sell my bike. It was actually on the floor at Harley Davidson of Sacramento.

I've been getting urges to go ride and yesterday I drove up to Reno and Street Vibrations run. By the time I had gotten there, I wanted to ride so bad that I could hardly stand it. I met with the guys from this site at the CVO get together and had a great time.

By the time I got home at 2:30 this morning, I talked with my wife about it and she said "well, it's not too late....it's still down there". As I was driving down to the dealership today to talk to them about it, I get a call from the sales manager. She says "J.C. I have a guy here who is very interested in your bike and wants to know what is your bottom line?" I said "it's already priced too low......so I'm on my way down there now to get it". lol I called a friend and had him meet me down there to ride it home for me (I'm still on crutches).

My SEEG is now parked in my garage! [smiley=laugh.gif]

mfgreen · « **Reply #1 on:** September 25, 2004, 07:47:38 PM »

Praise the Lord and welcome back......two arms, two legs and two wheels.....by God

Loose_Goose · « **Reply #2 on:** September 25, 2004, 07:57:54 PM »

Congrats JC, good to hear the news. Hopefully it's not too long before your back in the saddle again.

Twolanerider · « **Reply #3 on:** September 25, 2004, 10:01:34 PM »

JC,
This is one of those choices without a right or wrong answer. It's just right or wrong for you. Even then it's what feels right or wrong at any given time. I've been down too, a couple of times. Not nearly so damaged as you were. And don't even begin to comprehend what you went through. So when I say congratulations it's that kind of good wish that goes along with whatever choice you end up being happiest with. No right or wrong; just right for you. So congratulations and happy riding, or boating, or sitting on the porch with the Misses drinking your beverages of choice.

110tHunDer · « **Reply #4 on:** September 25, 2004, 10:16:18 PM »

At the risk of sounding like I'm saying "I told you so":

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06/19/04[/b] at 13:59:39]JCZ, great to see you back posting again!

hummer · « **Reply #5 on:** September 25, 2004, 11:22:21 PM »

Congrats on your decision JC. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif] I rode for 5 years (age 14 to 19), had a bad experience [smiley=furious.gif], quit riding for 5 years [smiley=nixweiss.gif], got back into it for the next 38 years [smiley=laugh.gif] and have never looked back. Now the proud holder [smiley=bigok.gif]of 43 years of happy motorcycling. Keep the oiley side down and the shiney side up and happy motorcycling to you. [smiley=beerchug.gif]

naitram · « **Reply #6 on:** September 26, 2004, 10:42:42 AM »

i had always hoped you would change your mind. when do you expect to be off the crutches?

JCZ · « **Reply #7 on:** September 26, 2004, 09:41:35 PM »

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i had always hoped you would change your mind.

WFP · « **Reply #8 on:** September 26, 2004, 09:54:17 PM »

Yess......................

Gettinold · « **Reply #9 on:** September 27, 2004, 08:28:27 PM »

JCZ
GOOD LUCK ON YOUR NEW - OLD RIDE ! I HAVE BEEN HAVING A BAD NIGHT AT WORK, SO I TOOK A BREAK & I CAME ACROSS THIS THREAD, IT MADE ME FEEL BETTER. [smiley=laugh.gif] GET WELL SOON [smiley=biggthumpup.gif]

JCZ · « **Reply #10 on:** September 27, 2004, 09:03:10 PM »

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JCZ
GOOD LUCK ON YOUR NEW - OLD RIDE ! I HAVE BEEN HAVING A BAD NIGHT AT WORK, SO I TOOK A BREAK & I CAME ACROSS THIS THREAD, IT MADE ME FEEL BETTER. [smiley=laugh.gif] GET WELL SOON

Gettinold · « **Reply #11 on:** September 27, 2004, 09:51:51 PM »

JCZ
NOT SURE WHAT YOU MENT ABOUT YOUR REPLY BUT NO I REALY DONT HAVE ALOT A BAD NITES AT WORK. WORK IS WHAT KEEPS US GOING. YES THIS STATE IS NOT ONE OF THE BEST STATES TO LIVE IN, BUT WHEN I WAS YOUNG I ALWAYS WANTED TO LIVE HERE & BE CLOSE TO MY LOVING GRANDMOTHER. I ALSO MET MY WONDERFUL WIFE A.K.A. "PUMPKIN RIDERS WIFE" OF 22 YEARS WHO IS FROM HERE. SO IVE MADE A GOOD LIFE FOR US & DONT COMPLAIN MUCH ABOUT IT. EVERY STATE HAS ITS PROS & CONS, RIGHT [smiley=nixweiss.gif] ANYWAY I HOPE YOU GET BACK UP & RIDING SOON. [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

110tHunDer · « **Reply #12 on:** September 27, 2004, 09:54:17 PM »

Gettinold, no doubt JC was referring to the weather hammering your area . . .

mr_magoo · « **Reply #13 on:** September 27, 2004, 09:55:49 PM »

Glad to hear the doc gave good news, and I knew after you hesitated friday night there was a bike you just had to ride. [smiley=happy.gif]

Cabo · « **Reply #14 on:** September 27, 2004, 11:23:15 PM »

JCZ..
Glad I won't be the only one ridin with the blue and black patch...
Good luck gettin back in the saddle!

smitty_01 · « **Reply #15 on:** September 28, 2004, 01:54:03 AM »

Glad to hear you got your bike back!!

ggraves427 · « **Reply #16 on:** September 28, 2004, 05:17:18 PM »

Now that you have made the big decision, there is something that you are going to notice. You will begin healing at twice the speed (read warp speed). Good luck and as Red Skelton use to say at the end of every show, "may God Bless".

pj57 · « **Reply #17 on:** October 02, 2004, 07:15:17 AM »

JC - The story about you retrieving your SEEG was inspirational. What we won't all do for the love of riding. You are a testament to that!!! Thanks for hanging in there because I think we all realize it could have just as easily been one of us. I would hope I would have the same perserverance as you. We haven't met, but I'm glad to know you and be part of the site you started. Keep on healin' and enjoy your trip to Colorado. PJ

garya1 · « **Reply #18 on:** October 02, 2004, 08:37:52 AM »

I never REALLY thought you would sell it! Glad to hear you are getting better every day. Soon we will have to go for a ride! Have fun in Colorado and keep healing at the speed of light.

GaryA

JCZ · « **Reply #19 on:** October 02, 2004, 05:08:57 PM »

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JC - The story about you retrieving your SEEG was inspirational.

mr_magoo · « **Reply #20 on:** October 03, 2004, 09:24:21 AM »

Amen to that.

Tony - www.1700cc.co.uk · « **Reply #21 on:** October 03, 2004, 04:40:12 PM »

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JC - The story about you retrieving your SEEG was inspirational.

mfgreen · « **Reply #22 on:** October 03, 2004, 05:06:57 PM »

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JC,

Here, here!

I have failed to find the thread that discussing your accident. If you could post the link it will make me wiser. I would hate to follow suit as your recovery sounds protracted.

Tony,
The thread is entitled: Man Down

http://flhrsei.org/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=CVO_SITE;action=display;num=1085494667

Tony - www.1700cc.co.uk · « **Reply #23 on:** October 04, 2004, 03:43:14 PM »

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The thread is entitled: Man Down http://flhrsei.org/cgi-bin/yabb/YaBB.cgi?board=CVO_SITE;action=display;num=1085494667

Thanks and I'll take that as a reminder to slow down and be less cocky! [smiley=tr_4.gif]

JCZ · « **Reply #24 on:** October 06, 2004, 07:52:13 PM »

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Thanks and I'll take that as a reminder to slow down and be less cocky! [smiley=tr_4.gif]

It's all good if you and others can learn from my mistake! [smiley=xyxthumbs.gif]

the O`Fender · « **Reply #25 on:** October 08, 2004, 01:37:46 PM »

So I am assuming that in the accident when you bled not all the harley drain oil came out?
LOL
Glad to hear your decision to get back in the wind!!! [smiley=drink.gif]

Warhawk · « **Reply #26 on:** October 08, 2004, 05:11:20 PM »

Howdy JC ... I just found this forum yesterday. I need to go find the intro folder and introduce myself <G>.

Just wanted to say, hang in there. I broke my leg (not motorcycle related) Labor Day weekend 2002. I did an Iron Butt ride in a cast about six weeks later. Nothing was going to keep me from riding! LOL

JCZ · « **Reply #27 on:** October 08, 2004, 06:13:45 PM »

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So I am assuming that in the accident when you bled not all the harley drain oil came out?
LOL
Glad to hear your decision to get back in the wind!!! [smiley=drink.gif]

It's either in you......or not! lol

By the way, as busted up as I got in my accident, there was no blood, no roadrash, no open wounds (other than where my bones were sticking through the skin). Really freak injuries for a 25-30 mph accident.

psycho · « **Reply #28 on:** November 09, 2004, 11:01:52 PM »

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JC,
This is one of those choices without a right or wrong answer.

nidan · « **Reply #29 on:** December 18, 2004, 04:48:20 PM »

JCZ wise choice ! BEst of luck with a speedy recuoperation. I had a real bad accident 15 years ago, my X forbade me from riding again after that .. a few months after the divorce was final I bought my first HD , another thing she was against.

I found the most wonderful lady in the world , we both ride , she has an 05 1200C , and we are getting hitched in a couple of months. If it's worth having , it's worth waitin for

JCZ · « **Reply #30 on:** December 21, 2004, 03:54:43 PM »

Thanks you guys........I really appreciate the thoughts.

Had an MRI and a CT Scan done on Friday. They're thinking that I may have some spinal injury......either that or the hardware that they put in my pelvis (one bolt is 9" long and you can actually see the threads on it in the x-rays). Personally, I hope it's the hardware......that could come out now. I've had back surgery before and it's not fun.....too long to recuperate.

I showed my x-rays to my new Dr. yesterday.......he couldn't contain his reaction....."Wow, that's some hardware.......I'm impressed that you can even walk". So, again I hear from a medical professional how lucky I am and I am grateful.

You guys take it easy out there........don't be next.

BLM777 · « **Reply #31 on:** December 21, 2004, 04:13:11 PM »

JC......I, as well as the rest of the guys and gals on this site are pulling for you. Let's all hope it's the hardware and not another surgery. I'm sure your first ride will be a big event for all of us. Good luck, God speed and my wishes for a record recovery!

JCZ · « **Reply #32 on:** March 06, 2005, 02:51:02 AM »

It's almost midnight and I just got home from a ride of a couple hundred miles. Six of us took off today......weather 72 degrees.......just a great ride. For me, I was really appreciative because I made the decision to keep it, after my accident. Best decision I've ever made, regarding motorcycles, next to buying it! [smiley=laugh.gif]

reo · « **Reply #33 on:** March 06, 2005, 07:44:40 AM »

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It's almost midnight and I just got home from a ride of a couple hundred miles.

Laker · « **Reply #34 on:** March 06, 2005, 08:03:14 AM »

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It's almost midnight and I just got home from a ride of a couple hundred miles.

JR · « **Reply #35 on:** March 06, 2005, 09:06:01 AM »

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That may be just about the best post I've ever read on this site.

hd2003-se2005 · « **Reply #36 on:** March 06, 2005, 11:18:04 AM »

Congrats JCZ

You have have made the BEST decision when you decided to keep on riding!

Look forward to meeting you some day!

Chip

Screamin · « **Reply #37 on:** March 06, 2005, 05:36:08 PM »

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It's almost midnight and I just got home from a ride of a couple hundred miles.

spydglide · « **Reply #38 on:** March 14, 2005, 11:09:11 PM »

JCZ.........I read about your 'downtime', the decision to keep the bike and ride again, I know it's been a long, long painful time getting to the point of being able to take that trip and my congrats go out to you too. I also know that it makes it all the sweeter to be able to ride again. Good deal ! [smiley=smile.gif]

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