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RIP Anonomous Squid on Highway 17

Sorry to hear that, Donoman.

I hope nobody's time comes like this.

RIP rider, whoever you were.

And there is NOTHING like being at the scene of an accident where a rider passes away. It shows how fragile this life is, and how easily anyone of us could face death on our motorcycles.

Ride safe.
 
Great post Rob. I'll admit that after seeing several of your flame-wars with Frong (and jumping into one of them for the hell of it) my first impression of you was as nothing but a troll. But I can see from this post that my first impression was obviously wrong.

I will say that as a new rider, this board has helped me out quite a bit in my first 4 months of motorcycling. Reading about all the real people who have been killed or seriously injured in the past few months on their bikes has kept my squidly side in check. There are certainly times when my throttle hand tries to get away from me, and I think this is something that all new riders have to try to resist. But I can tell you that reading about sad and tragic events like this can certainly help new riders like myself keep their inner squids check and keep us "scared straight" if you will.
 
RIP to the young rider.
If anyone out there has not pushed the limits of his bike or riding ability, than I don't think your being honest with yourselfs. It's like having a hopped up Mustang 5.0 and telling me you never stomped on the pedel.
At some time, while riding, you must have had the cheeks of your butt pucker, because your in over your head.
It times like that when you learn your lesson. It's times like this that we think "Dude, you better SLOW the F#@ down". It's times like this that you think, Wow! that was close..and you slow down.
We've all been there. Maybe it that car that wants to turn left....and your commited to go straight..Maybe it's the car that dosen't look before they move into your lane..
We not only ride to save gas, but we ride because their is a thrill in the power. (I could find the same thrill in my 250).
I think that YOU have to take responsibilty for your actions.
I also think this young man never learned from his past errors. (He had to make them.) And didn't listen to his friends or parents telling him to be careful, slow down and "Why don't you wear a good jacket?". (sorry for them)

I agree with so many of the other posters out there. How the hell can you get on a bike without proper protection. Listen, this isn't just sport bikes. I see old men and woman (I'm old too) riding their Harley's (I would never ride one)on the freeway wearing only a "wife beater" tank top and a small bowl for a helmet.

I'm not saint, I'm just a guy riding because I love it.
Only other riders understand the feeling of riding and why we love the sport.
I also understand what it's like to have someone killed while riding a motorcycle. I lost my brother when he crashed on his Harley. If he were wearing a good helmet he may have lived.
I hope that every rider (including me) remembers, when you ride, you better pay attention to detail.

If you don't, it could be the last ride you take.

Thanks for posting Rob, it's food for thought
 
Well, c BSKIT7, cars and motorcycles are two different machines. I kid you not, I don't think most new riders and old timers know the difference. Unless, they've experienced a nasty, painful long recovery and an Expensive accident. After having so many cager accidents, I managed to wrecked 2 cars. So every-time I get on my bike, I just ride. Yes, I pushed over a 100MPH on highway 92 (this is a straight lane, no curves, a few cars), but only a few times. Yes, I honestly do not push my limit. There's no reason for me to do so. When I ride, I don't have nothing to prove to anyone or my self. Believe or not, I'am a slow junkie on my bike. Why? because I don't push the limit. Yes, I'll push 70 to 80 MPH on High 17. Because my car has 4 tires instead of two and I don't have to lean my car if I'm going too fast. I just hit the brake. See the difference. You know, most don't and that's sad.

So on highway 17, correct me if wrong, I think the speed limit around that area is around 40-45 mph. The squid did not push his limit, it was his time to go. He was seen doing stunts, riding like a maniac and other things. Who knows, he might have been a better rider, but he lucked out. I'm just glad he did not get anyone involved. Do I feel sorry for the guy, I don't. Why? I don't know him and I never met him, but I feel sorry for his family.
 
Anyone else feeling compassion fatigue?

People are dying everywhere, every day.

I don't have the capacity to feel sorry for all of them.

And I don't have any inclination to feel any loss for some jerk who kills himself riding like an idiot on a crowded, weekend highway.

I like to see a good standup as much as the next guy. But at an appropriate time and place.

This was neither and the rider in question paid the price.

It's a shame that a family somewhere has to feel the anguish caused by a waste of life caused by nothing more than stupidity.
 
If the facts presented here are correct about what he was doing out there, my sympathy is limited to the people who saw him die, and the family that has to bury him.


And what is it with all the unsafe drivers and riders out there, anyway? Have they stopped showing those Jiminy Cricket videos in the elementary schools?

"I'm no fool, no sirree, I'm gonna live to be 103! I play safe for you and me, 'cause I'm no fool."

-j
 
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Dono: My condolences. But, childhood friend or not, the manner and the circumstances in which he was riding don't leave much room for 'judgement'. Unsafe riding kills. It's that simple. Tragic, but simple.

And yes, the Reaper will come for all of us, no one can avoid that particular meet-up. Most folks don't go around LOOKING for him though.

I think that's the main focus of this whole thread is, Death is WAY too easy to find, if you go looking. And as far as 'passing judgement' well... most of that is passing judgement for the folks who ride 'off the hook' every day, and somehoe manage to survive.

THAT's what's scary.... that no one sees this coming except the spectators.

OK, I'm tired, I've been listening to calls all day, and I'm burnt and grouchy. Have a good night everyone, ride safe, and with luck and skill and courage, I will hopefully see/hear from you all tomorrow. :)
 
R.I.P. My condolences to his friends and family whomever he is.

Many of us have done some pretty stupid things and fortunately most of us have survived them.

Unfortunately he didn't.

My first 12 weeks or riding on a motorcycle I received 8 moving citiations at the age of 15 1/2 on the streets of SF. When I turned 17, I realized that I was going to live a long time because I wasn't dead yet.

While dating my future wife (still married to her) I had her on the back of my motorcycle flying over the hill on Larkin Street flying over the top of the hill, landing at the bottom. I thought it was fun...it was. But........I could have killed myself, but instead no car came in the way and my bike with me and my future wife landed perfectly.

I was the lucky majority as most of us are.

We have a great marrage but she still doesn't ride with me..wonder why.

Unfortunately, the longer you ride up in the hills or continue your passion with motorcycling the greater your chances are to run across an incident that reminds you of what could happen. I've seen some incidences I don't care to share too.

I've had a need for speed, excitement, challenge...etc but had the good fortune to finally throttle it back on the streets and take it to trackdays where you can go as fast as you dare.

Also a good dirt ride at ClearCreek on some extremely knarly trails that are guaranteed to kick some ass (mine included), will sometime give me the needed "fix" till the next time.

If you want to help improve motorcycling, come out and volunteer at one of my Doc Wong events like Rider Skills and Survival Day that'll be held Aug 22nd this year. We'll probably see around 7,000 riders up there this year.

Also, if you're an experienced rider, come and help volunteer at one of my Doc Wong Riiding Clincis as I always need riders who would like to help others.

I'd also recommend you get your First Aid and CPR certification. I am holding a First Aid/CPR class for motorcyclists on Saturday June 5th for $45. It is a certified class and is geared for motorcycle accidents and injuries.
 
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levitation said:
talking about respect, why dont you change the title so it doesnt say squid......
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No. I called it as I most certainly saw it. It was a textbook definition of a squid. The total lack of gear. A jersey he had on. A fucking...basketball...jersey!!! Stunting and racing with no regard for surroundings or traffic conditions. The all too common squidly chariot of the GSXR.

I only said that to fr0ng because to be honest, I really don't have any respect for the guy who died, but I wanted to keep the thread serious. And last thing I wanted was fr0ng to sidebust in with some smart remark about never having seen a decent post out of me. I guess some time has passed, so I'll address that.

Well gee whiz Sami...just because all the posts I've written about you haven't exactly been "decent" doesn't mean I haven't written anything helpful here. I've made what I think are quite a few serious or helpful posts, but I guess maybe you didn't see them since your name wasn't mentioned. Maybe it's you who should wear your "my life revolves around fr0ng more than you think it does shirt."
 
RIP to the fallen rider....and my thoughts and prayers to his family during this tough time.....
 
c BSKIT7 said:
If anyone out there has not pushed the limits of his bike or riding ability, than I don't think your being honest with yourselfs. It's like having a hopped up Mustang 5.0 and telling me you never stomped on the pedel.
At some time, while riding, you must have had the cheeks of your butt pucker, because your in over your head.
It times like that when you learn your lesson. It's times like this that we think "Dude, you better SLOW the F#@ down". It's times like this that you think, Wow! that was close..and you slow down.
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I always give myself room for error. That is why I have been riding this long and specifically sportbikes for over 5 years, and I still have virgin knee pucks. On that very same ride, riding 84 to the coast, I went in to a turn a little too hot I could have leaned it all the way over and introduced a hero peg to the pavement, but I had the room and the time, so I decided to stand it up a little and brake. Sure I ran it wide, but I stayed in my lane, maintained control, and didn't have to do anything extreme. Since I was only doing a 7/10ths pace, I had the option doing that. Had I been going into that corner at full boil, I would have had no choice but to throw the bike away.

Rob
 
donoman said:
RIP :rose Khea

I just learned that it was my childhood friend. To anyone who wasn't at the accident scene and would like to place judgement on Khea, please don't. Your time will also come.
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Sorry you lost your boy man. If you want it...I'll drop the "squid" off the title. Just say the word.
 
Alright...one more post.

Whoever the hell this rearwheelslider troll is...challenging how good of a rider, mechanic, and even a man I am? I won't even bother to answer you. [EDITED BY REQUEST]
 
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deaconblues said:
the manner and the circumstances in which he was riding don't leave much room for 'judgement'. Unsafe riding kills. It's that simple. Tragic, but simple.
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You don't even know... his friends and family don't really know. It's all speculation at this point. Don't speculate on a dead man's demise.
 
I heard more than a dozen cagers say he passed them doing wheelies, going fast, and weaving in and out...including the main witness who actually saw him crash. That's pretty cut and dry as to what led to his demise.
 
Sunday was a sad day for me.

I lost 2 friends.

:roseRIP Khea:rose

I grew up with Khea and been close to him ever since. You will be miss.

:roseRIP Deleon:rose

He passed away while doing something he enjoyed very much, riding his bicycle.

I will be attending both of their funnerals. God bless.

-Toe
 
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