Long, but Dog down, may be out.

zipsman03

Active Member
Greetings fellow forum members, 18 June I went out on my weekly trek around the area, I took HWY 1806 from Pierre to Lower Brule Reservation. 5 miles out from the reservation, A grey chevy malibu come across the centerline directly at me, I think the driver fell asleep, but I never did find out because I tried getting out of his path I was some how bucked off the bike, not sure if he hit my right side or the bike jackknifed I finally stopped in a ditch, got my bearings crawled out and not a soul around. minutes later a couple guys stopped after they saw the bike, and shortly after a BIA cop stopped and did a very fine job from where I laid. I was unable to walk so the EMS was activated took me to Chamberlain, where it was discovered that I had a fractured right and sprained left roadrash and a little chip out of the elbow. Wife and kids come to get me and the youngest throwup on site. And the first thing out of her mouth was No more bike echoed by my little girls. I get home and luckily a few friends were told and was there when I got in, as I needed to be carried in. So, Monday I head in to see the ortho doc, turns out the left is worse off than the right its also fractured. So I am down wheelchair bound for a month or so more. Not sure what is going on with the bike, other than the insurance companies salvage company has it (state farm). Not sure how to feel other than lucky and sorry for what I put the family though. So if the bike can't be repaired, option 1 67 chevelle option 2 factory five roadster aka family mans motorcycle. All depends on the insurance company. Any advice would be appreciated. :flag: Helmet and leathers worn
 

woodbutcher

Mr. Old Fart member #145
Staff member
you forgot option 3!!!!!!!!! get an AK and go looking for the gray chevy malibu.

glad to hear you made it through. thoughts and prayers.
 

KnotSo

Admin
Staff member
Not your fault and you did everything possible to make sure you are around for the family.
Thing is, after an "event", life has a way of changing our outlook on life and what is most important. Sounds like you will have time to reflect and contemplate the future.
Good to hear you will be ok, as it could have been much worse.:2thumbs:
 

toadstool

Active Member
As a medical professional who works in a trauma and surgical intensive care unit, I am glad to hear you are ok…. all and all. I do not intend to diminish your injuries when I say count your blessings! I am glad your injuries will heal.
 

blazing saddle

New Member
Hope you have a speedy recovery. Lost freinds in cars and on bikes. You'll know by next spring what you want to do. Best wishes, Blazing Saddles
 

HotRod

Well-Known Member
That sucks, I'm glad that you are still around. Hope that you will have a speedy recovery.
 

Brew

Troop Supporter
Sad news indeed, glad that you're ok. A lot of bad news happening with our BD family lately. Ride aggressively my brothers and sisters, the cagers’ aren't looking out for us. Once again glad that you're here to tell us the story and hope you heal fast, could have been worse...
 
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K9er

Member
Glad to hear your OK & your family loves you more everyday! You weren't riding faster than your angels could FLY. It would be sad if you never rode again, It's personal.
Riding is my hobby and my family knows if I die riding its Gods will / and it must a been a good day to die!
 

mastiffdave

Well-Known Member
Glad your ok John, thats what is important. Get healed up and make sure you come see everyone on the sturgis ride. At least come to the cook out and bring the family .
 
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