Major Bummer!
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From: Sparta, GA
Major Bummer!
So I started riding in June, took the Riders Edge, then purchased a Street Bob. Put a little over 5,000 miles on it, but felt that I would be happier on a Touring machine, due to my 6'4" size. So I did it... bought a 2012 Limited... and I have to say (preaching to the choir probably) but that is the most incredible machine in the world!! I am truly enjoying myself... AND THEN!!!!! (Cue the dramatic music) I had just rolled past 575 miles, stopped a red light and Bammm!!! Grandma rear ends me!!! Fortunately, for me... I am completely un-injured.. not a scratch as she closed in a saw her released the brakes and she pushed the bike forward and it laid down on the right side crash guard. Unfortunately, the left bag, the bag support, rear fender, taillight, tour pack turn signal lens, and header pipe were all smoked... So now I am completely going nuts sitting around waiting for insurance to do their slow race and of course painted parts had to be involved... The Dealer says 10 hours with the total initial estimate of 4800.00 and a best case scenario of 90 days until I get it back... I know the painted parts take longer, but I have heard current model years in standard colors can be faster (vivid black in my case) but I fear this is wishful thinking... anyone care to guess how long this will take before I get my life back?? 
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From: Frederick, CO
streched the bags and go a little custom with it if you can. you won't regret it. if not I would guess atleast 60 days if your dealership isn't to busy, going custom would probably take a little longer but it's up to you
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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
1.) glad you are ok
2.) glad she had insurance ---- I've been hit twice by uninsured drivers
3.) not much you can do, but a good time to look at rear lighting options.
- I feel alot of flashy lights cause target fixation ( I find I have a problem with ultra brite cop cars on the shoulder)- but the rear lighting can be changed somewhat- I like the utility of the premium tour pak rack better- but the airwing rack has a GREAT optional LED kit , and it mounts in the same holes.
heal up, make sure the bike is completely checked out and all damages discovered.
Mike
2.) glad she had insurance ---- I've been hit twice by uninsured drivers
3.) not much you can do, but a good time to look at rear lighting options.
- I feel alot of flashy lights cause target fixation ( I find I have a problem with ultra brite cop cars on the shoulder)- but the rear lighting can be changed somewhat- I like the utility of the premium tour pak rack better- but the airwing rack has a GREAT optional LED kit , and it mounts in the same holes.
heal up, make sure the bike is completely checked out and all damages discovered.
Mike
Last edited by mkguitar; Dec 16, 2011 at 06:51 PM.
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Maybe I'm just cranky tonight, but "get your life back"? I was hit 4 weeks ago, my bike was totaled. I'm at the point now where I can almost walk right again. My left wrist will never be the same, and my right is still in a cast.
Your life is fine. Your bike is going to take a few weeks. Count your blessings.
Your life is fine. Your bike is going to take a few weeks. Count your blessings.
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Joined: Oct 2009
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From: S.E. Iowa
Sounds like a real nightmare. That is one of my fears, of getting rear ended.
I bought a 2012 Road Glide Ultra in October. Sunglo Red. I didn't notice at the Dealership when I bought the bike, but after I got it home I thought I could detect a slight difference in color of the gas tank compared to the rest of the bike. When I took it in for the 1k service, they noticed ( in the shop with florencent lights) the color was off. They called MoCo and ordered a new tank. Current production ships out immediately. It was here within one week.. FYI
I bought a 2012 Road Glide Ultra in October. Sunglo Red. I didn't notice at the Dealership when I bought the bike, but after I got it home I thought I could detect a slight difference in color of the gas tank compared to the rest of the bike. When I took it in for the 1k service, they noticed ( in the shop with florencent lights) the color was off. They called MoCo and ordered a new tank. Current production ships out immediately. It was here within one week.. FYI
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From: Sparta, GA
Wow 05Train,
I am sorry to hear about your accident and I hope you get well soon. I apologize if my post seemed insensitive, I guess Im just trying to find humor in a situation that has been very depressing for me. I count my blessings everyday and I am aware of the luck that was with me when the accident happened. Again, I hope you get well soon
I am sorry to hear about your accident and I hope you get well soon. I apologize if my post seemed insensitive, I guess Im just trying to find humor in a situation that has been very depressing for me. I count my blessings everyday and I am aware of the luck that was with me when the accident happened. Again, I hope you get well soon