Just as I was slowly getting to like my Fazer, I've decided to pay a "proper" tribute to Mark and crashed (this time properly) on my way back from the ride out !
On my way back from Fox's diner, I was going down a nice bendy B-road, coming out from a nicely executed left-hander just to be assaulted by a consecutive right-hander coming straight at me. Then I thought that I might be going a bit too fast to make it and... panicked
hit the front brake and did not let it go until I hit the kerb..
Result: my right calf is twice the size it should be (no fractures though), my hip hurts badly but not even half as bad as my pride... apart from that a few bruises and scratches to my right side.
Bike's not looking too good and is awaiting assessment. Front forks are definitely gone, as is right indicator, footpeg and right side of the front fairing
My textiles did a good job of protecting me from road rush as did my helmet and gloves. Jacket will be reusable but trousers and shoes are gone..
What really annoys me is that if only I hadn't panicked I could have easily made the turn!
Do I qualify for the t-shirt this time?