They didn't write him a ticket for failing to maintain an upright tree? 

 

a branch 3 feet to 5 feet in diameter

If that was the branch, how big was the tree?   

How about a Spider?   They are nto a motorcycle, but very, very fun to ride.   Much better than a Miata or sports car.
 

How about a Spider?   They are nto a motorcycle, but very, very fun to ride.   Much better than a Miata or sports car.

It leans the wrong way.

Better than nothing I guess...

I know it's tough right now. I feel bad for You.

I watched my best Friend die in a bike accident right in front of me a few years ago, and said the same thing on the spot.
I changed my mind later.
 I wasn't going through physical pain though...


Never say never. Life's too short.

Sorry to hear about your crash and hope you heal quickly. I had a similar crash 2 years ago at age 50. Fortunately I just came away with a broken leg. However during the x-rays while in trauma, another serious health matter was discovered and kept me off the bike for the better part of a year. I had also had a life threatening/life changing crash on the motocross track back at age 19. Despite both accidents, motorcycles are still like a drug to me. I'm entirely addicted. I hope that after your body heals and the pains lessen, that you also find that the passion is still there. If not, hey, it sounds like you had a pretty good run. Treat yourself to a nice convertible and keep enjoying the wind!
.....oh yeah, on the crash 2 years ago, I got a ticket also. Fortunately a Deputy friend of mine took care of it.

Thanks for the kind thoughts and well wishes. I’ve always loved mechanical things, especially motorcycles, as they seem to be the purest expression of mechanics and internal combustion.  My next goal is to get something sporty (like a Miata?) that will fill my gear head lust.

The Physical therapist was impressed at the range of motion I have achieved, and is looking for more rapid progress. I have an appointment with the Orthopedist tomorrow for more X-rays and perhaps permission for some weight bearing on the arms.

Good luck with everything. Been there done that. You do what you think best for you and yours.
Heal quick!!!

    Mark you don't have to ride a bike....but for christs sake-do not buy a miata-just cause you are hurt don't let all manly men laugh at you-just kidding buy whatever the heck makes you happy( I'd look for more HP though).
    I thought I gave up bikes when I sold my beemer and bought an R-32( kinda a go cart w/240 hp stock and capable and trust me you'll get wrenching in lol) , but I bought another, these 2 bikes were the first after and tankslapper that kept me  in a hospital for 17 days. I was in my mid-20's then and kept riding it  and only sold the xl-600 when I moved to New York. Now that I am 53 not sure I could do it again,the wreck accompanies me when I'm riding sometimes though..........

    Mike

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Mark you don't have to ride a bike....but for christs sake-do not buy a miata-just cause you are hurt don't let all manly men laugh at you-just kidding buy whatever the heck makes you happy( I'd look for more HP though).
   

    Mike

I had to double check his list of injuries, I thought that maybe he had hit his head too.       

Hope you heal up soon my man.  After my accident in Feb. I thought about giving up riding for about two seconds. Mainly because my daughter was with me on the bike. She is the one that can't wait for us to get back on two wheels again.  I respect whatever your decision you make.  Only  you know what's best for you and yours.

Mark

I hope you recover completely.

But I also say don't make promises in the heat of the moment.  I made this decision and didn't ride for 2 years.  Finally my family made me buy another motorcycle.  There was just a hole inside that wasn't able to be filled in any healthy manner except with a motorcycle and the road.  I had to make some adjustments for physical condition but it made such a psychological difference.

How about a sidecar rig, just not a firggin spyder.  They take up all the spots at work and think they are real bikers.  It has car tires and doesn't fall over when you get off.  IMHO, they are just convertible models of these:

Remember, "Falling down is part of life, getting back up is living"