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Old Sep 20, 2010 | 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by fleabite
Is it just me that's bothered by the fact they lifted it out of the water by the f'ing front wheel or forks???
Why? I'd think the dude would be happy they went through any trouble at all to get it out of the water for him. If his stupidity causes him to need new forks or a wheel...so be it.
 
Old Sep 20, 2010 | 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by fleabite
Is it just me that's bothered by the fact they lifted it out of the water by the f'ing front wheel or forks???

probably just the most accessible lift point.......but I do think it'll be the least of his worries
 
Old Sep 20, 2010 | 07:51 PM
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I agree gentlemen, but it for some reason, it still makes me cringe.
 
Old Sep 20, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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Angry F***'n Idiot

Just what the motorcylce world needs, another idiot. Glad no one was hurt.
 
Old Sep 20, 2010 | 08:46 PM
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Too funny! Thanks for sharing.
 
Old Sep 20, 2010 | 08:47 PM
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Salvage operation paid by the hour...

Diver was asked to hook it up quickly!
 
Old Sep 20, 2010 | 09:03 PM
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Rockers have a lot of traction, ask me how I know...
 
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 08:47 AM
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Old Sep 21, 2010 | 11:31 AM
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Beer and inbreeding.
 
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 12:42 PM
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To add insult to injury, think about the citations he got from the Police and the Department of Natural Resources.
 
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