04-09-2026, 09:29 AM
Ugh, hate to see or even hear about that. Very good to stop and help the rider, that was a kind thing to do. I've helped a few downed riders in my time.
And, got a reminder yesterday during a delivery run. Freeway traffic slowed to a crawl, and up ahead, I saw a fire truck pulled diagonally to block the left lanes. That move is typical of a motorcycle accident where the truck is blocking a downed rider.
Cringed a bit as I approached, and sure enough, saw a rider laying on his back on the shoulder. Moving, rubbing his eyes, helmet still on. Just ahead was a Harley on its side, with front damage, and a car ahead of that with rear damage. Looked like traffic slowed and the bike rear-ended the car.
Police and EMTs were just arriving and I had a delivery on board, so no benefit in me stopping.
Be safe, everyone!
And, got a reminder yesterday during a delivery run. Freeway traffic slowed to a crawl, and up ahead, I saw a fire truck pulled diagonally to block the left lanes. That move is typical of a motorcycle accident where the truck is blocking a downed rider.
Cringed a bit as I approached, and sure enough, saw a rider laying on his back on the shoulder. Moving, rubbing his eyes, helmet still on. Just ahead was a Harley on its side, with front damage, and a car ahead of that with rear damage. Looked like traffic slowed and the bike rear-ended the car.
Police and EMTs were just arriving and I had a delivery on board, so no benefit in me stopping.
Be safe, everyone!
You know what? I actually would like a pickle.