Dropped CB1100

[Carguy1959_imp]

I agree with quietguy, know what to do if it happens. Here's my story. I was going to work and rear ended a Toyota Camry. Long store short (not really). Dew on the roads heavy traffic, brakes started locking up and hit the car at about 10mph. After hitting the Camry, I went down. Basically, I thought I had it until I didn't. Couple of minor abrasions and bruise. Didn't go to hospital. Someone called 911 not sure. The lady I hit was very nice and helpful. I didn't get a ticket, but it was clear it was my fault. So i picket it up and it wouldn't start. Had it sent to the dealer, bad mistake. After 2 weeks and a $5900 estament, I went and brought it home and fixed it my self for about $800. My bike has a windjammer and it took the brount of the hit. Replaced a couple of scrapped parts and a new/used fairing and the case around the gauges. She's as good as new. The insurance settled with me for $5700, so I paid it off and no salvage title. I think the dealer was trying to total it.

[Bokobob_imp]

Last week I was adjusting the forwared kuryakyn footpegs on my CB and somehow it leaned to one side and got enmeshed with another of my bike near it...Somehow I had the side stand up and I forgot...Long story short, the fall broke my expensive Parabellum scout tall windshield.

Being elderly, I could not pick it up, and then I backed up to the bike and was able to use my leg muscles to do so. I had just enough strength to manage it.

(addendum: the windshield alone, without the hardware, will cost $200 plus shipping if I choose to fix it up...Yesterday, however, I went for an hour's ride in the country and by the time I got back home I was unaware that I didn't have a windshield...Am thinking I may just not replace it.)

[Blockhead_imp]

After a long ride on a hot day I pulled the bike into my garage, shut it off, climbed off, turned to my left to place my helmet on the shelf. Next thing I know, I felt like I was being tackled from behind by an NFL linebacker. I had forgotten to put the side stand down and the bike landed on my backside, pinning me face first against the garage shelving.... Pretty funny now but it hurt like heck when it happened. Thank God my son was nearby and he came to my rescue...No damage to the bike, just a sore back and temporarily humbled pride.

[rboe]

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.

[Steverino_imp]

Thank You for the information on the guards.
Steve

I saved my brother in laws 59 HD Sportster a few years ago. I hope I can be forgiven.... He had it up on a bench and he was kicking it through a few times, I don't remember why and it started to go over from about 3 feet off the ground. I got my shoulder under it and held on to the bench until he could get untangled from the bike and get down to help. That thing was heavy.

Did anyone damage their muffs or pipes in these tip overs?
Steve

I had a relatively low speed laydown last summer (assisted by a deer). The design of the Over Racing engine guards really impressed me. The bike went down on its left side, but nothing to the rear of the handlebars got so much as a scratch (i.e. pegs, turn signals). I just got scratches on the headlight ring, mirror and gauges (and of course, the engine guards).

I had a relatively low speed laydown last summer (assisted by a deer). The design of the Over Racing engine guards really impressed me. The bike went down on its left side, but nothing to the rear of the handlebars got so much as a scratch (i.e. pegs, turn signals). I just got scratches on the headlight ring, mirror and gauges (and of course, the engine guards).

[SUPERCRUZ_imp]

Curious to know for those that have laid their bikes down, did any fuel leak out of the fuel filler cap at the top of the tank?

[curlyjoe_imp]

Curious to know for those that have laid their bikes down, did any fuel leak out of the fuel filler cap at the top of the tank?

No, but I don't remember how much fuel was in the tank. If it was less than half full, it probably wan't a good test.

[emptysea]

Curious to know for those that have laid their bikes down, did any fuel leak out of the fuel filler cap at the top of the tank?

2 drops no leaks

[EarsOnWheels_imp]

The bike can be lifted without difficulty from "zero" even if both tires and both your feet are on ice.

[quietguy_imp]

The bike can be lifted without difficulty from "zero" even if both tires and both your feet are on ice.

Post your instructional video, Master Poe... I, for one, have got to see that.