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    #31
    Start out at a speed that is comfortable and work up to it. :-)

    Earl

    Originally posted by speedzter2000
    Thats a great practice manuever.. Thanks!
    Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

    I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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      #32
      I wish!! Not even close though.

      Earl

      Originally posted by Pharkmeh
      roflmao - NeoEarl....


      funneh grab lol...:-D
      Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

      I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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        #33
        2 questions: When did the adrenaline kick in and when you started to "vent" how long was it before you stopped. I hope that guy has nightmares for years.

        -Pyloff

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          #34
          I stopped about 15 miles down the road at my usual spot for a stretch and a gatorade. :-) The whole incident, from realizing my situation, acting, and flashing past and between the oncoming cars/truck took less than 1 second.
          There wasnt any adrenaline. Snap your fingers. Thats the time that was involved. Emotions are best left in a box at home when you ride. Focus and concentrate, always.

          Earl


          Originally posted by Pyloff View Post
          2 questions: When did the adrenaline kick in and when you started to "vent" how long was it before you stopped. I hope that guy has nightmares for years.

          -Pyloff
          Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

          I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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            #35
            I'm glad you're still with us. Good advise on the practice maneuver.

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              #36
              I don't imagine the F250 driver had enough time to make more room for you...would've looked great in a GoPro.
              '83 GS650G
              '83 GS550es (didn't like the colours in the 80's, but they've grown on me)

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                #37
                Holy S.......glad you pulled thru that.....
                This brings to light one of motorcycling dilemmas- while some think limiting seat time may lessen the exposure to risk, it does NOTHING for honing ones skills. Seems that you were quick witted and chose to shoot the gap to safety. Sadly im not sure if I could have reacted as quickly.
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                Glen
                -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
                -Rusty old scooter.
                Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
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                  #38
                  Lest the elements of luck or instinct be overstated in this amazing story, in fairness , you have been preparing for it by exploring the fine white line. In the time available the decision had to have been subconscious but rehearsed to the point that it appeared instinctive.
                  Another reason to develop skills. How often do we hear of undercornering and the marine rescue will tell you that in many cases the crew gives up before the boat.
                  How viral would that footage have been ? ... and can I give the police your number next time they catch me snaking down the road?
                  97 R1100R
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                    #39
                    Wow is this Wayback Wednesday?? If you haven't cleaned the scat out of those shorts by now Earl then it's fossilized.
                    "Men will never be free until Mark learns to do The Twist."

                    -Denis D'shaker

                    79 GS750N

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                      #40
                      An ex-courier apeaks...
                      Always go for the gap - it's always bigger than you think.
                      ---- Dave

                      Only a dog knows why a motorcyclist sticks his head out of a car window

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                        #41
                        Originally posted by dorkburger View Post
                        Holy S.......glad you pulled thru that.....
                        This brings to light one of motorcycling dilemmas- while some think limiting seat time may lessen the exposure to risk, it does NOTHING for honing ones skills. Seems that you were quick witted and chose to shoot the gap to safety. Sadly im not sure if I could have reacted as quickly.
                        Wow! I started this thread 8 years ago and now it pops up again. heh. I have to admit, it is burned in my memory though. As for "choosing" to shoot the gap, it was an easy choice because it was the only choice.
                        Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

                        I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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                          #42
                          Originally posted by Brendan W View Post
                          Lest the elements of luck or instinct be overstated in this amazing story, in fairness , you have been preparing for it by exploring the fine white line. In the time available the decision had to have been subconscious but rehearsed to the point that it appeared instinctive.
                          Another reason to develop skills. How often do we hear of undercornering and the marine rescue will tell you that in many cases the crew gives up before the boat.
                          How viral would that footage have been ? ... and can I give the police your number next time they catch me snaking down the road?
                          I think a vid would have done well on youtube. LOL Probably cause some idiots to try and duplicate it though. heh
                          Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

                          I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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                            #43
                            Originally posted by Grimly View Post
                            An ex-courier apeaks...
                            Always go for the gap - it's always bigger than you think.
                            I agree wholeheartedly with you. Maneuver first, add throttle if you need it, use brakes only as a last resort if nothing else is working.
                            Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

                            I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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                              #44
                              Originally posted by Allie View Post
                              Wow is this Wayback Wednesday?? If you haven't cleaned the scat out of those shorts by now Earl then it's fossilized.
                              Heh heh eh. Perhaps oddly, it didn't scare me at all. I was too focused on threading a 36" wide bike through a 37" hole at 100+ mph to have any kind of emotion. I knew going in that it was an all or nothing shot. If I had missed and splattered or gone down, the third car following would have run over anything that was left.
                              Komorebi-The light filtering through the trees.

                              I would rather sit on a pumpkin and have it all to myself than be crowded on a velvet cushion. H.D.T.

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                                #45
                                Originally posted by earlfor View Post
                                Heh heh eh. Perhaps oddly, it didn't scare me at all. I was too focused on threading a 36" wide bike through a 37" hole at 100+ mph to have any kind of emotion. I knew going in that it was an all or nothing shot. If I had missed and splattered or gone down, the third car following would have run over anything that was left.
                                almost sounds like like some kinda dare devil coordinated riding/driving. I don't even like to imagine it happening to me.

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