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16HD117

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Dropped the bike!
« on: September 16, 2016, 11:21:42 AM »

Brian, John and Mike and I went for a ride yesterday to Highlands NC.  When we got ready to leave I made a U turn from the parking spot and dropped the bike!  I was told that I was unconscious and the bike was on one of my legs.  I don't remember anything about it!  The last thing I remember was opening my tourpack before leaving, next thing I remember is standing on the side walk talking to Brian and John.  I don't remember dressing for the ride, starting the bike or making the U turn!  Weird.  I was told that I talked to EMT's and told them I was fine and sent them on their way.  Big mistake!  After walking around and sitting for about 30 minutes I realized that I needed to get check out.  John called 911, they came back out and transported me to the local hospital.  Judy wasn't on the ride with me and John called her and she drove from Maggie Valley to be with me and carry me back to MV.

I was diagnosed with a concussion and bruised ribs.

John and Brian left my bike at the fire department in Highlands.  The service manager at my local HD dealer heard about my situation and is sending someone to pick up my bike.  Thank you Mike!

Anyway, I'm OK.  A lot of pain from my ribs and a slight headache,  Can't drive or ride for three weeks.  It could have been a lot worse!

Thanks to John, Mike, Brian, Judy and the service manager at my local dealer!

 

« Last Edit: September 16, 2016, 11:23:55 AM by 16HD117 »
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #1 on: September 16, 2016, 11:46:25 AM »

Hope your feeling better sooner than later.
Beware of the dreaded concussion, if the symptoms seem to linger you may have to seek a specialist. 
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #2 on: September 16, 2016, 12:00:45 PM »

We all hope that you are okay.  Sorry about the fall but it shows that anything can happen.  Good luck with your complete recovery. 
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #3 on: September 16, 2016, 12:49:35 PM »

Sorry to hear/read about this Tommy... wishing you a speedy recovery, take care.

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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #4 on: September 16, 2016, 01:28:50 PM »

sorry to hear about the drop, but how's the bike
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #5 on: September 16, 2016, 01:30:37 PM »

Tommy, assuming the memory loss is from a concussion with the fall or had something happened before that led to the fall?
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #6 on: September 16, 2016, 01:37:54 PM »

I hope you have a speedy recovery!  I am also wondering what caused the initial fall?  Is there a possibility something else is going on?
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #7 on: September 16, 2016, 01:44:33 PM »

Tommy, assuming the memory loss is from a concussion with the fall or had something happened before that led to the fall?

The did CAT scans, EKG, blood work etc.  They ruled out stroke and heart problems. ER doc thinks it was due to concussion. I'll follow up with my doctor when I get home just to be sure.
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #8 on: September 16, 2016, 01:48:17 PM »

sorry to hear about the drop, but how's the bike

Just cosmetic damage. Upper fairing, left mirror, lower fairing, highway peg, clutch lever and saddle bag will have to be replaced.
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #9 on: September 16, 2016, 03:14:30 PM »

Just cosmetic damage. Upper fairing, left mirror, lower fairing, highway peg, clutch lever and saddle bag will have to be replaced.
Ok, but was there any damage to the motorcycle (an attempt to lighten the situation).
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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #10 on: September 16, 2016, 03:43:08 PM »

Ok, but was there ant damage to the motorcycle (an attempt to lighten the situation).

LOL!  Very little!

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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #11 on: September 16, 2016, 05:14:40 PM »

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #12 on: September 16, 2016, 05:25:31 PM »

Heal up quick!!!!  Hopefully nothing more serious is going on.

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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #13 on: September 16, 2016, 10:09:32 PM »

Our thoughts and prayers for a full and speedy recovery.

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Re: Dropped the bike!
« Reply #14 on: September 17, 2016, 07:01:45 PM »

Heal up quick and I hope it isn't anything serious
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