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Apr 19, 2014 | 08:28 AM

#31

roadkingdoc

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if you drop a loaded up touring, it is not too easy to just grab it and set it back up. i usually need some help. i am not a pus*y.

Apr 19, 2014 | 08:37 AM

#32

Lowcountry Joe

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Interesting how philosophical questions are allowed to stay on the touring forum.

Apr 19, 2014 | 08:39 AM

#33

AlanStansbery

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From: Rosamond, Cali

I think it should be a capital offense. That will certainly cut down on those who do it. Especially repeat offenders.

But seriously… You're not given a ticket if you're otherwise within the law and have an accident. I'd define dropping your bike as an accident. Pick it up, and move on.

alan

Apr 19, 2014 | 09:10 AM

#34

GeneseeGap

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Quote:

Originally Posted by roadkingdoc

if you drop a loaded up touring, it is not too easy to just grab it and set it back up. i usually need some help. i am not a pus*y.

Your right. But I have seen youtube videos and other posting videos showing the recovery of a downed ultra and using caution a single person can upright it fairly easy. And I used that knowledge at the rest stop on the interstate outside of Sturgis! (while my mrs. giggled and pointed at me)

Apr 19, 2014 | 02:34 PM

#35

motolocopat

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From: Glen Rose TX

In a word NO
Why did it happen to you or someone you know?

Apr 19, 2014 | 05:55 PM

#36

wurk_truk

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From: Ashland Ohio

I had an 08 Orange corvette.

Sold the blue one to help pay for the Orange one.

OK... now, when someone drops an orange corvette... should THEY get a ticket? I don't think so myself.

Apr 20, 2014 | 02:21 AM

#37

Crex39

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From: Auburn Ohio

Here is a woman picking up a dresser. If she can do it... just sayin'

Apr 20, 2014 | 03:38 AM

#38

73oldsman

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Quote:

Originally Posted by orangevette

I see this posted on here from time to time.
Some one did this or that and dropped their motorcycle.
Do you think anyone that drops their motorcycle on a public street or intersection should be given a ticket for not having control of their vehicle?
It's gonna tie up traffic, create a hazard, and its pretty dang dangerous.
I know to some touring bikes are really weight sensitive and hard to manage but is that a good enough reason.
what do you folks think?

Geez!!