Topic: Jerry RX Griffin gets T-boned!

[Popwood]

Hey, Jerry,

I totally missed your bad news accident until just now. It must have been awful, man. But it appears you are on the mend and doing well, considering. Best wishes for continued and complete recovery.

Steve

[Ichiban 4]

Ready to jump on 2 wheels?! Seems I went through this scenario 11 years ago. I've covered all the western US from a line from North Dakota to Mexico, 3 Canadian provinces, and all the southern states from Kentucky southward over those 11 years. 11 GOOD years with 2 exceptions.

I do like the new "Wing" (no way on the 'regular' Wing) but don't wish to ante up another $10K for a brand new bike that probably won't get that much use. I'm trying to be retired and don't have an extra $10K laying around now that I have the new Vette. I had mine just like I wanted it. It WAS a great bike. Gotta fight the insurance battle. They last offered $11,550 and I said $15K minimum. A 160hp slightly used BMW that does not need customization perhaps? Road and sport ready. Quiet (wouldn't that be a change!) and smooth. I've debated myself on even getting another bike. Perhaps 2 old Honda's one day to putt around on is all I'll need. Perhaps spring fever will reign.

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Hey Jerry..We're all getting old Bro.  Haven't had a serious spill in years (knock on wood)..but have certainly had my share over the years. You're one who said to me that "we just get up on our bikes and ride"..again.  Hadn't forgotten that.   That was a few years after your last encounter with the ER and orthopedists..I believe (?) 

You've still got your 750 / 900 F..right?  It's not like we have to ride these every day..or week actually (like  years ago). You said you have your Vette now..great.  Lots of time to figure on new rides..if I may suggest.

Something different between us..is that you've essentially rode your butt-off all around the U.S and Canada. I haven't (mainly in Western & Central U.S.).  Just bask in the accomplishment..if I may suggest.  You're still healing Bro..give it more time..okay?  If you're like me..you'll keep a bike or two in the garage..relish the times you ride..and not worry about how we used to do it in our earlier days.

Sorry if I'm coming off too strong here.  Just got in touch with own thoughts..experiences of being an old time bike rider..

Take care

Al / Ichi

[Terry in Australia]

Well done Jerry, good news. Any of the 4 cylinder BMW's are good, but the K1600 6 cylinder bike is a gem, 160 BHP, the engine's no wider than your CB750 and it'll go around corners way better too. Not sure if it'll take a hit from a plastic rocket like your Harley could, but a brilliant choice, for sure. Yes I want one...........

[Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er]

All good Al. Thanks.

Terry,

Yeah the 1600 would be a fine pick but they are all new and my $$ is going into the Vette. That's basically the first vehichle payment I've had in 13 years and first car payment in over 20 years. Don't want 2 big ones at the same time, I'd have to get a regular damn job! Seems late model 1300's are a little scarce though. I must be getting brave. It's obvious from that statement I have looked  Buying season will be coming soon here in north America along with cold, snow, etc. Hmmm, heated grips, adjustable windshield sounds enticing........

[Terry in Australia]

Yeah mate, and don't worry about payments, you're a chemist for Gods sake, don't you watch "Breaking Bad"? C'mon Jerry, get your chemistry set out and start cooking!

[Proto]

Jerry,

I was watching "Only in America" with Larry the Cable Guy a few days ago and he was doing a piece on the Tail of the Dragon.  At one point he was in front of a building where there was a "tree" of broken motorcycle parts with what looked like "testimonials" written on them.  I swear there was a part out front saying something about a Harley being hit by a crotch rocket.  Did you (or one of your buddies) hang a piece of your bike on that tree?

David

[Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er]

Naw, I was riding alone and the ambulance took me in the other direction.

What network/channel is his show on?

[Proto]

Its on the history channel.  I figured you were "busy" at the time but I wondered if you or a friend had gone back later.