Motorcycle wreck.

As you all might know my other addiction besides reptiles is motorcycle. I haven't been on the forum for a whip because I was in a bad wreck this last Saturday. I was driving threw an intersection when two teenagers ran a red light going 55 mph and t-boned me. It threw me about 50 ft onto the opposite sidewalk. My leg was so mangled that I had to be life flighted to a trama hospital in Dallas. I lost part of my right leg about half way from the shin down. So I am lucky that I got to keep my knee. I don't want pity or anything just thought I would let my fellow herpers know what was going on with me. You guys are an awesome group of people and I just thought I would share my weekend with you.

Wow that's terrible, you're lucky to be alive! It's sad this time of year how many idiots aren't looking out for motorcycles. My whole family rides, and I get so pissed off when I see vehicles tailgating bikes or changing lanes without even looking. Good luck with your recovery.

Oh, my. :( I'm so sorry. I wish you the speediest of recoveries and yes, you're very lucky you got to keep your knee, and I really do hope your knee doesn't cause you pain. My boyfriend's uncle was in a similar wreck, somebody in front of him changed lanes and then hit the brakes; he slammed into them going about 70 mph and flew over the front of their car, ~50 feet. They thought he would die overnight.
He didn't lose any limbs, technically...but in reality, he has. His legs pain him all day and all night to the point that he cannot work and can barely walk. He -should- be in a wheelchair or at least using a cane, but he's a tough military guy and refuses.
Motorcycle accidents often end up terribly grotesque and tragic. I'm very glad you're alive and I hope you do well! Best of luck to you and please keep us posted.
And some advice...don't be like the guy I talked about above...Accept help when you need it! It will help you in the long run. :)
Again, good luck, I command you to get better soon.
And...find those teenagers and throw them in the slammer. -_- Idiots...

Wow sorry to hear that, that really sucks. Hopefully the driver of the other vehicle learned a lesson here. I think motorcycles are cool but i would never ride one bc of things like things. Im not worried about me, but about other drivers out there being idiots. I wish you a speedy recovery and rehab Bob!

Thank you all!!

Bob, I ride too (Fatboy and a BMW sports tourer) and it seems that every day some bone headed driver on a cell phone just isn't paying attention to the road and tries to kill me. Sorry about your leg. It sounds like it is going to be a long recovery. Hopefully, you will be able to ride again.

Glad you are alive, best of luck with the recovery, and hopefully those teens get some jail time. I'm new on here, haven't seen your posts yet. I'll check out some of your threads.

Cheers Dyna Bob!!

any hot nurses taking care of ya?

Sorry to hear and wish you a speedy recovery. I used to have a Softail myself but had to get rid of it. So many times I remember cars cutting me or us off. Now that I am only on 4 wheels I always give the right away to bikes and keep eyes out for them whenever I see one in traffic nearby.

Sorry to hear about your leg. Thankfully you still have your life. Get well soon!

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So sorry about your leg, but I'm glad that you're still alive. Good luck with the recovery, I'll be praying for you :)

Hoping for a speedy recovery for you! Good luck!

Sorry to hear about the leg. Fellow rider here too. Lost two people that I rode with last year in two seperate accidents so I'm glad to see you made it out alive. Keep your chin up.

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Sending thoughts and hugs from far away! Sorry to hear this happened to you, and seriously hope those idiots get what they deserve.

Holy crap baskets! I pray for you a speedy recovery.

Rest up...having an amputation below the knee means you'll still be able to ride and get along really well, not that that is any consolation. Getting hit at that speed and T-boned in a car is devistating, on a bike...wow! You should go buy yourself a lottery ticket. I ride too, infact, I was on my Valkyrie at about 3am riding home from work...it's amazing how many people drive in a trance...i've had people merge on the highway into my lane while i'm in it...knocked on the driver's side window and waved...almost gave an old lady a heart attack.

I hope you have a speedy recovery.

Just an update I have been moved to a amputee rehabilitation center and they said that it should only be a week until I get to go home to my family. But there is still plenty to do on the long road of recovery, but I will continue to have a positive attitude and keep my head up.

Will be getting out of rehabilitation this Saturday. Cant wait to get home!!!

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Just an update I have been moved to a amputee rehabilitation center and they said that it should only be a week until I get to go home to my family. But there is still plenty to do on the long road of recovery, but I will continue to have a positive attitude and keep my head up.

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Oh man, sorry to hear about that, but at least you got the right attitude. You're alive and have a lot of folks who support ya. Things like this really put things in perspective and make you appreciate the little things in life. Whatever you do, don't think of yourself as handicapped. Be handicapable! Just keep your head up and everything will be just fine.

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I ride too, infact, I was on my Valkyrie at about 3am riding home from work...it's amazing how many people drive in a trance...i've had people merge on the highway into my lane while i'm in it...knocked on the driver's side window and waved...almost gave an old lady a heart attack.

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I know its wrong, but that brought a smile to my face. :D

I realize I am a few weeks late for this, my apologies. I was going to mention, but now merely am agreeing that you could still enjoy your love of motorcycles. Particularly because the right foot is really just for the rear brake, and not gear control, it wouldn't be too hard to eventually reacclimate to riding on two wheels.

Until you put rubber on the road again, you have some extra time to put into your herps. :snake: :gj:

Bob, keep us updated. You're in our prayers.

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I realize I am a few weeks late for this, my apologies. I was going to mention, but now merely am agreeing that you could still enjoy your love of motorcycles. Particularly because the right foot is really just for the rear brake, and not gear control, it wouldn't be too hard to eventually reacclimate to riding on two wheels.

Until you put rubber on the road again, you have some extra time to put into your herps. :snake: :gj:

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Just an update I am home now and the cut on my leg from the amputation is almost all the way closed up. I plan on getting back on two wheels some day but your right until then it's more time for herps! Gotta stay busy!

Bob, glad to hear you are home and doing well.

Thanks Don its nice to be back!

I am SO glad that you are alive, I think I actually may have heard about that wreck. I am truly sorry about your leg, I remember how difficult it was for my dad when he lost his. I wish you a speedy and healthy recovery - and I hope that proper measures are taken with those teenagers so they learn the consequences of their action and how it can drastically affect another person's life.

I have permanent leg damage from a similar accident where a guy ran a red light and T-boned me. I almost lost my leg as well, but was extremely lucky. I've already had 3 surgeries since 2008 and have two more to get out of the way.


Wishing you the best!

glad to hear your doing alright Bob

I'm happy to hear you are recovering well and at home.
Lost a dear friend to a motorcycle accident just yesterday here in the Dallas/ Garland area. And I was a rider myself until an accident ( granted mine was due to my own stupidity.)

I hope your recovery continues and you get back on two wheels when the time comes. I have been back on a bike a few times since and even with everything I think I will still end up back on a bike down the road sometime.

Cheering for you!

I dont know why I didnt see this posting earlier but I hope you recover easily:gj:
I lost a friend last week. Just be glad you went down and got back up.
We all (not the drug store bikers ;)) ride to be free, feel free, and live free.

Now to be the cold hearted guy, just because I know you couldnt wait to see her when you got how: How is the scooter? and what model dyna?

I love my FXR and I know it couldnt be replaced.

I'm a rider too. Cruisers. 07' Victory Kingpin Tour

You sound to be in high spirits considering what you have been through. I'm glad you still want to ride. You should be able to get the brake working with some practice. If your gonna loose a foot I would pick that one. Much rather relearn how to use the brake over the shifter.

The whole thing sucks but I'm glad you are not letting it keep you down. Stay strong and you will be back on two wheels in no time.

I think motorcycles are like snakes, until you have one you just don't understand.

What's your new bike gonna be?

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I dont know why I didnt see this posting earlier but I hope you recover easily:gj:
I lost a friend last week. Just be glad you went down and got back up.
We all (not the drug store bikers ;)) ride to be free, feel free, and live free.

Now to be the cold hearted guy, just because I know you couldnt wait to see her when you got how: How is the scooter? and what model dyna?

I love my FXR and I know it couldnt be replaced.

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It was a 2008 FXDB and it was one of the first questions I asked my wife. "how bad is my bike?" to be honest with you I new it was tore up before she even told me. I haven't decided what my next one will be yet.

Hey bob glad to hear you are getting better!

I am still learning to ride my bike but I am almost ready to take to the streets. I cant wait. Your story will always be in my head and my heart when I ride.

Here is a video of the bike I got :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQw5OUkj9KY

I dedicate every ride to all the brothers I never got to ride with and to all my future ones I hope I do and to every rider out there.