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If it's not one thing it's another....
Yesterday, I nipped into the city centre to get some coffee beans. There's one I really like, and asked for 500g. They'd only got 350g and she said they'd charge me for 250g as they sll it in 250g amounts.
Bargain!
Did a bit of other shopping as only a woman can...but didn't really buy any thing. And went home.
Why is this called really expensive coffee???
Cos it's gonna cost someone else around £2500 to get my bike repaired...
I got T-boned. Some idiot didn't see me and so pulled across where I was merrily going at 25mph. I don't remember much..I think my brain has blocked it out.
It's not just bent the fork, one of them has a rip in it, (If I was technical I'd tell you which bit...I may go on BikeBandit and look exactly which bit) the fork oil went everywhere, bent the wheel, broken a spoke, only one mind you, the wheel has moved and so bent the brake disk and probably knackered the caliper. And the bracket that holds the back brake reservoir is broken too. I'm not sure if it's bent anything else. The figure is from what I can see is broken. It's at my dealer now and they're gonna call me later, as are the Insurance Companies Solicitor, and a Bike Hire Company. (No-one's keeping me of the road. I might be timid the first time, but no-one...)
And it was a hire car. My mate here has told me that's probably easier to claim from, but it's still gonna be weeks. And there are complications that I can't really go in to.
And I'm at a Rally this weekend, where I was hoping to reclaim the best Hinckley Triumph Title that I won last year... Unless the hire bike is something spectacular...I don't think that's gonna happen.
Me - I'm aching this morning. I went to the hospital to get checked out, I whacked my chest on the speedo, and it hurts to breathe at the mo, and other than a few bruises and a bruised ego, I'm ok.
Just mourning the loss of my pride and joy. I know I should get her back, but I look out the window and she's not there. It's a bright sunny day and I was going to go out riding. And I can't.
Maybe I should stick to instant in the future...
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel... 
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel... 
09 America - It's very blue....
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Gina, it's a cliche, but at least the bike can be repaired. The main thing is that you're not too badly hurt.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery and hope you're back on the road as soon as.
Cheers, Simon.
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Gina, realy sorry to hear about your accident,hope you make a speedy recovery. If it's not your fault, claim for everything, the insurance companies can afford it. Admire your spirit, same thing happened to me, got straight back on, even tho was potted up,which was interesting.
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Ouch, sorry to hear that Gina. Hope you and your award-winning bike are back on the road soon.
And never drink intstant. Life's too short for instant coffee!
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Gina,
At least you are here to complain about the moron and to write about it on the site.
Best of luck with getting back and the road and to a speedy recovery.
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Gina,
That's a real bummer but I'm glad your still around to tell the story. I hope you have a quick recovery.
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Hey G
So sorry to hear this.
This is what happened to me so I know what you're talking about.
Glad you're here telling us about it mate.
I'm packing and getting ready to head back to Blighty right now and will be landing around 8am ish tomorrow.
I'll bell you as soon as I can either charge my mobile or get to a landline.
Get the bike fixed and we'll come down and ride out with you.
See you soon.
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I'm packing and getting ready to head back to Blighty right now and will be landing around 8am ish tomorrow.
I'll bell you as soon as I can either charge my mobile or get to a landline.
OK just not at 8am.... 
I've had people scowl at me down the phone (a real skill to see it....) cos my mate's bf took me to hospital on the back of his bike... nothing like getting back on the horse after falling off...
I'm feeling better for venting it here. Just keep looking out my window and seeing an empty space. And sod's law...it's a sunny day. Was going to go out.
Oh well...
And thanks for all your thoughts.
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel...
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel...
09 America - It's very blue....
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Really glad your not seriously injured! I know it sucks not having the bike, but maybe some shiney, better upgrades would make it feel better! (Think custom front end ). Now go enjoy your coffe....it did make it home, didn't it? later, Tom.
But, what do I know?
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Gina
Hope you get to feeling better really soon. So will you be riding around on 'your' thruxton for a few weeks.
Sorry, but i have to ask you this.....How was the coffee.
Arsenalfan. AKA Mark Able
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Glad you weren't hurt worse. Timing is everything. Could have claimed airbox damage.
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The coffee is nice. The contents of my rucksack - including the new one person cafetiere (or however it's spelt) in one piece. Shawn was at home...
And the Thruxton...it's the dealer's bike. I'm waiting for a call from a company that specialises in hiring vehicles to people who've had accidents. I've asked what bike I'd get, they said something like what I ride...what's the beting it's a Hardley??? I have warned them that's the last thing I want...but begger's can't be chosers.
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel...
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel...
09 America - It's very blue....
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Yesterday, I nipped into the city centre to get some coffee beans.
Could've bean, should've bean; all much preferrable to being a "has bean". Glad you faired allright Gina. This is the second relatively slow speed cage induced collision of this type in a few days on the board. Be aware people.
Reminds me of the cowboy days when I or a mate would get bucked off, or kicked, or somehow laid out on the ground in a prone position. Proper etiquette has it that bystanders remain quiet until the person lying in the dirt can move limbs and crack a smile. Then it's all one big joke
Good coffee has miraculous recuperative poweres, Ride on...........
JH
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Well that sucks. Glad you are here to talk about!
Heal well and fast...
"Never underestimate the power of human stupidity" - Robert Heinlein
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Sheese... that totally sucks..
But we'd much rather have you venting here than have to send flowers....
good luck with your bike and take care...
Very glad you're not too badly hurt...
Mary
PS... I thot all you guys drank tea! <LOL>
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I am very happy you are here to vent. Recover soon. If the bike rent company has Honda and not Triumph get the shadow, you will like the bike. Sits a lot like yours. That is if you don't want a Hardley.
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Ahhh Gina, sorry to hear some cager plowed into your beauty, but glad to hear you're alright. Hope you can get your bike fixed if you really want it back, but if it's totalled I'm sure you'll find a replacement. Won't be the same, but in time you'll grow just as attached to it as your old bike.
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Wow, Gina, glad to hear you're ok. Now you know, never buy coffee on a Monday!
~John~
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Gina, hope everything works out well for you!
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Holy crap, we are all glad you are ok though. That really sucks. Get better and get back on as soona s you can get it fixed up. Take care!
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Its been said lots already, but your ok Gina thats the main thing!
Internet shopping for you from now on!
hmmm funny line to follow
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Sorry to hear about this Gina - been there, dun that....as everyone has said at least you're OK...are the cops gonna do the other party? Was it a SMIDSY? Or just a bloody idiot? Anyway, metal is easier to replace than flesh. Glad you're allright. All the best, Jan & Sue XXX
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Had a company on the phone....
I'm getting a hire bike! Hopefully tomorrow. Just told them I don't want a Harley... but they're all up north apparently, so I shouldn't get one. She's told the office in Brighton that's going to be dealing with me that I'd really like a Triumph to borrow, but can't promise!
Sooner I can get back on...
Internet coffee shopping...I can't choose beans without smelling them. Or.... why can't Whittard's be open at 2 am when there's no traffic? I'd go after work...
[goes off else where...]
Hey they've got an online shop!!!! And it sells the one I bought yesterday!!! Hmmm...I may retract that not buying online comment. I can do that at 2am.
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel...
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel...
09 America - It's very blue....
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GinaS,
I had the same thing happen to me last month on an island while touring 2-up around Greece.
However, I managed to get away with just a bent back brake pedal which scraped all along his front bumber (fender) and number plate (tag).
Don't ask me how I managed to avoid him because I was sliding all over the place and eventually ended up on a pavement (sidewalk) taking my friend Kathy for some window shopping.
It was the little @&%#'s first day in a brand-new car (he actually called his Mommy).
I'm sorry to hear of your bad luck but am glad that what's "most" important is undamaged.
Bedouin.
Blessed are those eyes that have seen more roads than any man! (Homer).
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Yeah...yeah!  Like everybody else here Gina, I'm glad to hear that you're reasonably okay, and your bike seems to be very fixable. BUT, what REALLY impresses me here is your "get right back on that pony" attitude!!! You're an INSPIRATION, lady!!! And, here's a "tip o' the hat"...er...helmet, I guess...comin' your way.  Cheers, Dwight (get well soon)
Yep! Just like a good Single Malt Scotch, you might call me "an acquired taste" TOO.(among the many OTHER things you may care to call me, of course)
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Hi Gina. Glad that your ok... Hope that your back on the road soon..
Dave
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good luck !!!!you will be fine bike will be fixed coz bridge is waiting next year
I'm happy man I don't drink coffe !!!!!!but had some accidents in the past
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I told you my thoughts last night G, I bet that bruising has come out now!  Will catch you later on  Oh by the way hope you get a Honda
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Gina,
Glad to hear you're ok. Hope you get it all sorted out quickly and get the scooter back on the road. Oh, and enjoy the java.
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Gina,
Bad news but glad your in one piece even though a little bit bashed and bruised....... my mom always told me coffee was bad for you!!!!!!!
Concerns that it was a hire car was it a tourist or what? don't let the hire co's insurance off easily they will probably try and clear it up fairly quickly with a specialist (bike)hire involved, just check the hire is not for a limited period and for full time to repair, this can give you a bit of power in the negotiations.
Take care
hope you get all mended soon,
Mike
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Gina-
I'm sorry you got hit but glad you're okay. I must say though, I love your attitude. There's a part in 'World's Fastest Indian' where the doctor says, "your riding days are
over", Burt's reply? Like h#ll they are! Good luck with your bike.
Steelheart- '03 Speedmaster Black/Yellow
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Gina, you know the other half of Sods Law don't ya, it'll be raining or snowing the day you pick your baby up! But, as all others here have said, much better that you will be ABLE to pick it up!!
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Hi Gina, Happy that you're here to tell the tale!!! Get out in the wind ASAP, even as a passenger- Brave you! And best as you rebuild. Sending healing thoughts
"Let your soul shine,
It's better than sunshine,
It's better than moonshine,
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Gina,
I had to hold Shawn2's hoof when i told him your news. he says i should send you some bean from here. he's had a sniff and knows how good it is.
do you fancy a nice french roast? or shall i send a little assortment of my favorite varietals?
proud of you for getting back on the road--keep going and keep your head about. i am certain the guys will look after you.
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Coffee?
I thougt TEA was you alls thing 
note the accent?
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OH NO!! Glad your're OK.and are here to tell us about it.
Kick back and have a good cup of that java cause the bike can be repaired.
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glad to hear your okay gina ,hopefully you and the bike will be reunited soon , best o luck
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Gina I pray that you are feeling better and I'm glad you did not receive any incapacitating injuries.......Angelis
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Sorry to hear about your bike. Glad you weren't hurt more seriously. Be better soon!
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Gina, are you going to need parts? If there's something you need contact me. I am going to strip my bike soon and I won't need most of the parts. That includes the frame and wheels........Angelis
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