Laid the bike down last Saturday

[jlamz]

A truck ran a light and crossed in front of me as I was turning left. I had no choice but to be hit broadside or lay the bike down and slide into the truck. Put my baby down and hit the truck with my tires. I'm ok, had kevlar jeans and a leather jacket on, but my baby's front fender looks like hell. Anybody know who I can order an oem fender from for less than the dealer's arm and a leg. The irony of the accident was I was returning from an Advanced Motorcycle Riding School.

[Idaho]

Jlamz, that sux. Glad that you are okay. No advice for you on how to find spare parts. Nico may be able to tell you. I hear he has lots of experience in that area.

[socwkbiker]

LMAO Idaho! You're right about that!
jlamz, sorry to hear about the spill. Glad you're all right though. Have you checked the usual parts places online?

Thank goodness you are ok...musta been wicked scary...all I ever remembered about our little spill was knowing we were gonna go down...and my head bouncing on the ground a couple of times...and Nico running to me...not a good thing to go thru...glad we are all doing great...

[dogdoc]

try bikebandit.com, glad your well though.

[dui546]

WOW! YOUR excellent reaction is why you escaped without injury. BZ!

That is "Bravo Zulu" which means GREAT JOB in military jargin.

I hate to ask (given the circumstances) but...Did you learn anything in the advanced course that was beneficial in your incident?????

I am always scanning and contemplating my next move each and everytime I ride my Nomad.

I'm glad to hear you're okay. Ebay is always an option. I've seen fenders on there quite often.

[mercianbike]

Did the truck stop? Any police report? Seems to me if the truck ran the red light, they caused the accident and should be paying for any damage. Your experience speaks well for Kevlar jeans and leather jackets.

[trip]

jlamz......first off, I'm glad you're OK....I've never been through that, but I can certainly say I'm glad you were able to walk away from it and tell us about it on this forum. The only advice I can give you on the fender replacement is try ebay. Every now and then, a front fender will pop up for bid.

Trip

[blowndodge]

Any accident you walk away from is a good one! Parts are replaceable. Your life isn't. Good job on knowing what to do!

That's always my biggest fear... I car or truck jumping out in front of me without time to react.

Thank goodness that I've never had a spill in 30K miles of riding over the last 2 years. I often wonder how I'll react.

Since you were able to walk away, it appears that you made the right moves. Glad you're not hurt.

Michael

A truck ran a light and crossed in front of me as I was turning left. I had no choice but to be hit broadside or lay the bike down and slide into the truck. Put my baby down and hit the truck with my tires. I'm ok, had kevlar jeans and a leather jacket on, but my baby's front fender looks like hell. Anybody know who I can order an oem fender from for less than the dealer's arm and a leg. The irony of the accident was I was returning from an Advanced Motorcycle Riding School.

Glad you're ok.... always those d*mn left turns....

[jayc]

http://www.rongreenesportscenter.com/default.asp
Try them. If I remember, I bought my saddlebag top rails from them.

[dank]

Wow! Glad you are ok. I lost my Concours when a car turned in front of me. Kinda makes your mouth go dry the next few times you encounter a similar traffic pattern. Overall result for me was a Nomad and finding this forum. Hope your cloud has a similarly silver lining.

[ds06nomad]

jlamz,
THANK GOD YOU'RE ALRIGHT!!! Very sorry to hear of your spill, but it sounds like your reaction was the best option given the circumstances.

I replaced a front fender recently, too (minor fender-bender; non-injury also). I went through Ron Green Motorsports:
http://rongreenesportscenter.com/

I think it was $300 and change, but arrived ahead of schedule and in perfect, OEM condition. Went on in 5 minutes flat. Another option (to compare prices) is Xtreme Suzuki/Kawasaki in Ohio: 1-866-848-0355. Call their Parts Dept and ask for either Guy or Travis. Mention that you are from the Kawasaki Forum for a discount. I used them A TON when I had my Boulevard and their prices, service and shipping can't be beat.

Sorry again for your spill, but glad as hell that you're ok...which is the main thing of course. Pretty ironic it happened leaving the Advanced course. Go figure!

Take care,
Daryl

[ds06nomad]

Did the truck stop? Any police report? Seems to me if the truck ran the red light, they caused the accident and should be paying for any damage. Your experience speaks well for Kevlar jeans and leather jackets.

Excellent point and reminder to us all, mercianbike. Karma sent...

DS

[unwind2]

Sorry to hear of your accident. Glad you're okay. Darn cagers. http://s2.images.proboards.com/angry.gif:(" title=">:(" border="0"/>

[jlamz]

WOW! YOUR excellent reaction is why you escaped without injury. BZ!

That is "Bravo Zulu" which means GREAT JOB in military jargin.

I hate to ask (given the circumstances) but...Did you learn anything in the advanced course that was beneficial in your incident?????

I am always scanning and contemplating my next move each and everytime I ride my Nomad.


The riding course was excellent. I can't point to anyone thing from the class that helped, but it sharped my riding skills.

[jlamz]

Many thanks for the responses. I did any internet search for an oem fender without much luck, so I posted the thread. I appreciate the leads that all of you have provided. God bless and be safe.

[Top Cat]

A truck ran a light and crossed in front of me as I was turning left. I had no choice but to be hit broadside or lay the bike down and slide into the truck. Put my baby down and hit the truck with my tires. I'm ok, had kevlar jeans and a leather jacket on, but my baby's front fender looks like hell. Anybody know who I can order an oem fender from for less than the dealer's arm and a leg. The irony of the accident was I was returning from an Advanced Motorcycle Riding School.

First, glad you are OK. Just curious though, do they teach this "lay it down" manuver in the Advanced Motorcycle Riding School ?
I have seen front fenders quite often on ebay also. Go here they have a front fender for $150.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kawasaki-Vulcan-Nomad-VN1500-FRONT-FENDER_W0QQitemZ190040451676QQihZ009QQcategoryZ100 66QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem

[jlamz]

Did the truck stop? Any police report? Seems to me if the truck ran the red light, they caused the accident and should be paying for any damage. Your experience speaks well for Kevlar jeans and leather jackets.

The truck driver stopped, I yelled at him for running the light. As I moved my bike off the road he left. I didn't call the police, I didn't want to want hours for them to show up. (Since there was no injury it is really low priority). I am just so blessed to not be injuried.

[jlamz]

[quote:6n8dq5hs]A truck ran a light and crossed in front of me as I was turning left. I had no choice but to be hit broadside or lay the bike down and slide into the truck. Put my baby down and hit the truck with my tires. I'm ok, had kevlar jeans and a leather jacket on, but my baby's front fender looks like hell. Anybody know who I can order an oem fender from for less than the dealer's arm and a leg. The irony of the accident was I was returning from an Advanced Motorcycle Riding School.

First, glad you are OK. Just curious though, do they teach this "lay it down" manuver in the Advanced Motorcycle Riding School ?
I have seen front fenders quite often on ebay also. Go here they have a front fender for $150.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kawasaki-Vulcan-Nomad-VN1500-FRONT-FENDER_W0QQitemZ190040451676QQihZ009QQcategoryZ100 66QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem
[/quote:6n8dq5hs]

Awesome lead, thanks. No they didn't teach me how to lay the bike down. They tried to teach me to not turn in front of trucks that run redlights, lol.

[quote:g98l8w5w]

First, glad you are OK. Just curious though, do they teach this "lay it down" manuver in the Advanced Motorcycle Riding School ?
I have seen front fenders quite often on ebay also. Go here they have a front fender for $150.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kawasaki-Vulcan-Nomad-VN1500-FRONT-FENDER_W0QQitemZ190040451676QQihZ009QQcategoryZ100 66QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem


Awesome lead, thanks. No they didn't teach me how to lay the bike down. They tried to teach me to not turn in front of trucks that run redlights, lol. [/quote:g98l8w5w]


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[Todd]

[quote:ve5dxrib]Did the truck stop? Any police report? Seems to me if the truck ran the red light, they caused the accident and should be paying for any damage. Your experience speaks well for Kevlar jeans and leather jackets.

The truck driver stopped, I yelled at him for running the light. As I moved my bike off the road he left. I didn't call the police, I didn't want to want hours for them to show up. (Since there was no injury it is really low priority). I am just so blessed to not be injuried. [/quote:ve5dxrib]

Hope it never happens to anyone...but, if so, call it in as Truck vs. Motorcycle.....the whole force will be there in about 5 minutes....and the truck driver cant get away.

[davidjones1]

Just wanted to say I'm so glad your not hurt its all to often it does not turn out like this for so many too many. I hope the jacka$$ driving the truck learn something. well I can hope can't I lol.

[beezer]

What a bummer!!!

That's never a good experience weather it's accidental or intentional. I guess in some cases it beats the alternative. Glad your ok. I hope you and the bike heal quickly. ;)

[triguy32]

Glad you walked away, and glad you are smart enough to wear good gear! I have a Vulcan front fender in the garage if interested, from my old yr 2000 Vulcan 1500. I used it for painting practice when I put custom paint on the Vulcan. It would need to be sandblasted and painted, but has no dents or other imperfections. Just give me a shout if interested. Will be out of town a few days, and if I forget to check back here for messages, you can get me at digrerr@msic.dia.mil

Triguy

[triguy32]

Glad you are OK, and glad you are smart enough to wear good gear! I have a front fender from my yr 2000 Vulcan Classic 1500-FI. I used it for painting practice when I laid some custom paint on the Vulcan. It would need sandblast and paint, but other than that, has no imperfections. Contact me through this forum or at digrerr@msic.dia.mil if interested. (I will be out of town for the next few days)

Triguy

[jlamz]

Glad you walked away, and glad you are smart enough to wear good gear! I have a Vulcan front fender in the garage if interested, from my old yr 2000 Vulcan 1500. I used it for painting practice when I put custom paint on the Vulcan. It would need to be sandblasted and painted, but has no dents or other imperfections. Just give me a shout if interested. Will be out of town a few days, and if I forget to check back here for messages, you can get me at digrerr@msic.dia.mil

Triguy

Wow thanks Triguy. A friend of mine owns a bodyshop and he said he can fix the fender as good as new. Said he already has some Kawa paint. It never ocurred to me to take it to a bodyshop.

[scion0]

Jlamz, that sux. Glad that you are okay. No advice for you on how to find spare parts. Nico may be able to tell you. I hear he has lots of experience in that area.

I've heard that about Nico myself, start with him. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[dip]

Glad YOU are alright - a truck no less...

I was however thinking about taking that advanced course myself...(making mental note self - do some more thinking). ::)

[quote:nrqox6zl]Jlamz, that sux. Glad that you are okay. No advice for you on how to find spare parts. Nico may be able to tell you. I hear he has lots of experience in that area.

I've heard that about Nico myself, start with him. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif[/quote:nrqox6zl]


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[blowndodge]

Jlamz, that sux. Glad that you are okay. No advice for you on how to find spare parts. Nico may be able to tell you. I hear he has lots of experience in that area.

Hopefully you will get your Nomad looking new again!!

<marquee>I've seen Nico's lately and it still looks like Sh*t!!</marquee>

Prozac.

[blowndodge]

Scrap yard.......