Story of my first crash

**captain_andrey** · 30th June 2009, 15:33

Originally Posted by MarkH

I would like to suggest getting yourself a couple of pairs of Draggin' Jeans - use them for the quick little rides when you can't be arsed wearing the proper gear or when it is just too damned hot. They really aren't all that good and without proper armour you still get bruised - but compared to normal jeans they are streets ahead.

Glad to hear you get to live and learn though - not everyone that makes a mistake while riding gets to learn from it

Take care and best of luck on your insurance dealings & bike repair/new bike.

yeah draggins are more of a mental confidence then any protection. I had a similar accident to the OP a few months ago in kevlar jeans. You can see the result here:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh....php?p=2025137
But I guess I dont learn cos I'm riding in jeans again (yes in this wellington weather)

**slydesigns** · 30th June 2009, 19:30

You might just be in luck there tim.... the D675 probably wont be coming with me to OZ at the end of the year as I'm not too keen on how hot that model gets vs 35 plus degree days in Northern Queensland. That and once I deregister it here, box it and ship it over, then get it complied and registered in Oz, I may as well just buy another bike there. I may end up doing some big Kms for work each day as well, and if Maria's with me we will need a comfy 2up ride so that cuts out the SuperSports class bikes I think.

So it will be up for sale year end and I'd say cheaper than most NZ ones given how much it cost me to get it and bring it to NZ.

**Fumph** · 30th June 2009, 20:34

Hope you recover fast Mate. Thanks for posting the details......it's always good to remind ourselves about geting all the basics right...I'm going to get some knee protection now!

**MarkH** · 30th June 2009, 22:02

Originally Posted by captain_andrey

yeah draggins are more of a mental confidence then any protection. I had a similar accident to the OP a few months ago in kevlar jeans. You can see the result here:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh....php?p=2025137
But I guess I dont learn cos I'm riding in jeans again (yes in this wellington weather)

I think in a pure slide they would help to some degree - but hit a rock or kerb or just hit the road hard and you don't get the cushioning that you would have with armour. I am sure you could easily smash a knee cap. I do think they have to offer more protection than normal jeans would. I just hope if I ever have a big off that I am wearing my Quasi leather pants for less ouch.

**PrincessBandit** · 30th June 2009, 22:05

Sounds like although you took a bit of a beating you're already assessing the lessons learnt, and that being able to walk away from any crash is a huge plus.

Other things like ATGATT no matter how inconvenient it might be is worth it for when it all turns to custard.

Take care healing and I hope your bike and gear get sorted.

**Timaa** · 30th June 2009, 22:56

Originally Posted by slydesigns

You might just be in luck there tim.... the D675 probably wont be coming with me to OZ at the end of the year as I'm not too keen on how hot that model gets vs 35 plus degree days in Northern Queensland. That and once I deregister it here, box it and ship it over, then get it complied and registered in Oz, I may as well just buy another bike there. I may end up doing some big Kms for work each day as well, and if Maria's with me we will need a comfy 2up ride so that cuts out the SuperSports class bikes I think.

So it will be up for sale year end and I'd say cheaper than most NZ ones given how much it cost me to get it and bring it to NZ.

well then, ill be the first in line to buy it ok sly. dont let neone else get the deal, i freakn love the D675's ay!!!

**Owl** · 30th June 2009, 23:17

Glad you're not too hurt Tim! At least your bike can be replaced eh. Speedy (no pun intended) recovery dude!

**Meanie** · 1st July 2009, 12:45

Originally Posted by slydesigns

You might just be in luck there tim.... the D675 probably wont be coming with me to OZ at the end of the year

So it will be up for sale year end and I'd say cheaper than most NZ ones given how much it cost me to get it and bring it to NZ.

One careful little old lady owner, never been wheelied