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Abner wrote:Sorry to hear about your accident. I installed a module on my bike that turns the turn signals into running lights, which means that they are always on which make you more visible. Normal rear turn signals are off, and only come on when the turn signal button is pressed. The turn signals will also flash when ever you apply the brakes. The unit is programable to behave about 17 different ways. I kept the default mode which when the brake is applied will alternate the left and right turn signal on and off four times, it will then flash both turn signal on and off four times and then stay on. If you release that brake for more that about 4 or 5 seconds, it will start the sequence all over again. The brake light works the same way it normally did.

I always keep an eye on my tail and if something doesn't seem right, I will tap the brake to start the sequence. I often do it when someone is tailgating me. They usally get the hint and back off.

I know that the board doesn't like endorsement of products on the board, but I feel really strong about the safety of this product. It isn't cheap, I paid about $100 for it and had the Honda dealer install it, which cost me about another $80. But safety is well worth it!!

Here is the link to the module. I have no affiliation with that company, but when I was doing research on what to get, this was by far the best thing I found on the market. It's a lot more expensive the the Back-Off module that a lot of people use, but it is a lot more powerful and does a lot more.

I hope they don't delete the link, but it's http://www.kriss.com/runflasher.htm

They also sell a headlight modulator, which I also bought and had installed.

Macka wrote:I used to always pop the bike into Neutral at red lights, until I realized that if I needed to get out of there quick, to avoid being struck from behind, I would lose time by having to shift. So now, I try and leave enough room for an escape route, and also I watch the mirrors and keep that sucker in first. (Unless there is a car stopped behind me)

ronboskz650sr wrote:Glad you're okay. God isn't done with you yet! Heal quickly, get a ducati, keep on pressing!

ronboskz650sr wrote:Hey, just noticed your signature...congas?...bongos...darbuka... djembe? What about other percussion stuff like gourds, afuche/cabasa, rainsticks, shakers, chimes, vibraslap, you name it? That's the stuff I play in the church band...love my percussion!

Loonette wrote:Love the cow bells!!


Man, I'd love to track down your previous doctor, and well, I won't say it, but it wouldn't be pretty. Had you been hit in a car, you still could have suffered whiplash - even in a seat belt. The fact that she denied you medical services and a proper diagnosis based only on the fact that you were on a motorcycle is crazy. I'm so glad that you complained to the insurance carrier. Maybe you might consider forwarding the complaint to the hospital and to the AMA.

I'm so glad that you're (relatively) okay. It's hard to hear stories like this, but it is a good reminder for us all. Have fun shopping for your new ride when the time comes.

Cheers,
Loonette