01-31-2016, 04:17 AM
(01-29-2016, 04:21 AM)ClassicVW_imp Wrote: Was it all that smart to pick it up yourself with those injuries and the wrong technique? Why not get someone to help?
Meh. Turns out the collar bone is not all that useful (I was under the impression I was on the mend; x-rays later said otherwise - long story). The back is a long term problem, there are things I can do, things I should avoid (like running, sprints are OK: usually). I'm in pretty good shape otherwise and can get away with some stuff; but the point being, this bike is not all that hard to pick up. Especially with the case savers.
Roll the bike up on the case savers (and tires), adjust your grip, pop upright.
I laid it down on the sprocket side to avoid any damage to the muffler (hey, when the lay down is optional you get to choose!
).Popping up on the center stand is not too bad either. Not the easiest bike to do, but by far, not the hardest. I rock it a bit to make sure both center stand feet are seeing the ground, Lift some with my right hand, but push very hard with the right foot: Pops right up. If you try to lift the bike up on the center stand you are making the job much too hard. Your leg needs to be in on the party big time. Kinda like trying to pry the center stand and rear rack (thats what I grab) apart using your hand and foot.
I highly recommend practice lifting your bike under controlled conditions with a helper around. The things learned then will ease any panic when it happens out in the wild. You may find that for you a helper is a must. You will also know what and how to grab your bike. Knowledge is power.
