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20-10-09, 08:09 PM | #1 |
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selling up
well it happened ive tried to overcome my demons but to no avail
after the trip to give my last respects to hovis i will be selling the bikes and cageing it. i just dont feel right on the bike ,mine or other peoples. but good news what i get for the bikes will be going on beer for the christmas do even the momentess effort by the org to get me mobile again (something i shall never forget) i just cant get myself in the right place to carry on tbh i think its everything ,the accidents the bike not feeling right, and to be frank the fear on the roads themselves with cagers pulling out or squeseing you towards the kerb, zero confidance with no enjoyment, biking has become a misson, a challange, like trying to push the rock up the never ending hill, i just dont see the point any more i know the few on here that know me well will be slightly shocked by my desison, to be fair i am as well but i cant think of any other thing or reason to continue, so if ya dont mind i'll carry on posting and attending the social events as i have found some great friends here ps sorry for the epic styley post dave |
20-10-09, 08:15 PM | #2 |
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Hey mate, must have been a hard decision for you and sounds like you have tried and it's just not sitting right.
I was there not so long ago and thankfully am starting to enjoy the bike again, but that is because I gave it a rest then went back to it. You have got your license for life and always have the option if your heart yearns for 2 wheels. Stay safe on ya journey tomorrow and have a wikkid Xmas pi$$ up on the bike money. But my understanding is once ya an orger you're always an orger xx
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20-10-09, 08:15 PM | #3 |
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i understand completely why you would want to give it all up Dave after what I am sure has been a very emotional few days.
Why not just say you are having a break for a while? No matter what you choose you know you will always be welcome to post on here - i'm sure others will agree as you have a lot of knowledge to pass on.
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20-10-09, 08:24 PM | #4 |
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thats a shame Dave, not known you for long but your a top guy and your knowledge and banter will be needed on here anyway!, u've helped me out in the past
never say never tho mate, +1 to what shellywoozle and appollo1 said, maybe a break is whats needed |
20-10-09, 08:30 PM | #5 |
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20-10-09, 08:33 PM | #6 |
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Stunned. But I do understand. When I first started riding (12 long years ago) I had a number of offs in the first couple of years, and that combined with finances, and being unable to face another winter spent shivering and aching, led me to the tear jerking (no honestly, I cried when I sold it) decision to pack it in and buy a cage.
But I never lost my love of bikes, so after 9 years in the wilderness I returned like the prodigal daughter. I'm still more nervy than many riders and will never be the fearless rider that many are, but damn it feels good to be back. So, I guess what I'm trying to say is that maybe a true break from the bike will be good for you, and that in time you will find what the stoopid drivers took away from you. X |
20-10-09, 08:40 PM | #7 |
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Dave, Miss Ophic is also having problems - leg just not getting better, now she's intimidated by the weight and handling of her bike, she's not been on it for a long time. With my bike off the road awaiting MOT, I've become a cruiser rider for the time being.
But we have both fallen totally in love with this: http://www.boom-trikes.co.uk/lowrider.html Shame about the price tag
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20-10-09, 08:44 PM | #8 |
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Gotta do whats right for you mate and if you don't feel comfortable whilst riding the bike then that could lead to mistakes.
Totally think that if thats what you feel in your heart of hearts then it is probably the right decision. Like Shell said, if in a couple of months/years/decades you decide you want the thrill again then you have the licence to go for it. |
20-10-09, 08:59 PM | #9 |
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Oh man, I hope this never happens to me...
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20-10-09, 09:39 PM | #10 |
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Dude , do what you feel is right , I`ll catch up with you tomorrow for a natter about it all . I didn`t get back on a bike after my big accident , then 2 years later I wandered into the local dealers , yanno , just to have a gander ............. and walked out with a deposit on a KTM Supermoto and thinking "What have I done ?" . You`ll get the hankering again one day , when the duff memories fade and the biking goodness flashes a fin in the depths of your mind and the evil grin comes back .
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