Rush2112tenere
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Sorry to hear about this, but echoing the sentiments of others in that I’m glad you’re ok.
I would estimate 45 50 mph, I did step off the where the bike came to rest. 59 steps, so 175 is ft. I probably slid half that 50 60 ft maybe. This is the corner so yes shadows can be a problemHow fast do you estimate you were going and how far did it go after you got off? Shadows sure can cause problems.
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Yes, shadows hide gravel, and depressions in the pavement. I've also noticed that when trees grow close to the road, that's where it will be the roughest. I'm guessing the roots are growing under the pavement, lifting it. No trees. . . . road is level. Around here, they patch potholes with a machine that blows tar & gravel into the hole. Very effective, and efficient. But, they don't sweep/remove the excess gravel. . . . which can cause a problem, depending where on the road the gravel is. And, those black tar "worms" that they put on cracks in asphalt? I don't know if it's just Texas, but they never harden, they remain soft/pliable. So, if you're turning, and you ride over one of them, your front wheel will move/slide.. . . . This is the corner so yes shadows can be a problem
I think its fixable but the shop i use here said they will not repair, replace the frame, will not repair any damage to frame. There is quite a bit more damage to go along with the frame, that probably just the biggest cost.Great you emerged unscathed.
A bent crash bar tab totals a bike? That's a first world solution for sure. Anywhere else the bike would be back on the road ASAP.
I put it on trailer left peg was gone. Shifter was bent under, bars were all twisted.Last year I was the tail rider on a group ride, mostly cruisers, with my son-in-law. About 7 bikes. The road transitioned from pavement to gravel on a blind hill/curve with no warning signs. The first couple bikes went through with no problem. The next three panicked and ended up going down, maybe 35-40 mph. I saw it all happening and got stopped before I even got to the gravel. No serious injuries. Pretty sure all three were totalled, even though the son-in-law rode his home. It doesn't take much to total one. Gas tank, windshield, shifter/brake pedals, and the labor to do it all.
Did you limp it home or load it up?
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Yeah, I think losing the front end is one of the biggest hazards we all face.Yes, shadows hide gravel, and depressions in the pavement. I've also noticed that when trees grow close to the road, that's where it will be the roughest. I'm guessing the roots are growing under the pavement, lifting it. No trees. . . . road is level. Around here, they patch potholes with a machine that blows tar & gravel into the hole. Very effective, and efficient. But, they don't sweep/remove the excess gravel. . . . which can cause a problem, depending where on the road the gravel is. And, those black tar "worms" that they put on cracks in asphalt? I don't know if it's just Texas, but they never harden, they remain soft/pliable. So, if you're turning, and you ride over one of them, your front wheel will move/slide.
At the end your final desition will make you happy and for sure you will enjoy it very much! Take your time and double check your final desition! you will love it!I took Saturday to start looking at the short list of bikes to consider. Now I have no idea what I want. They all have there ups and downs. So far the 790 and the t7 are leading the pack. I did get to sit on the v85tt moto guzzi. It doesn't check very many of the requirements I have, but i can't help but like it. I think that's the something you don't see every day thing. There really only 3 that check all the boxs. Super tenere, gs, and the Africa. The gs is really expensive, the Africa is a awesome bike, there's just something about it that doesn't fit. I already know the tenere does what I want. Maybe a 3rd one. I'm so confused. Lol
I have thought on sport tours. Just need the dirt legs.Would the field open a bit if you include sport tourers like the FJR?