Speaking of Intersections,,,

[rksaw]

So...what kind of chrome pieces can we flash in front of you? Oh yeah, "lead me not into temptation..."

[kawiman]

Thinking more about performance than chrome. Want to add a fuel processor, just havnt made my mind up on which one.

[scion0]

:-) he said flash

[ringadingh]

Originally Posted by kawiman

UPDATE; As it turns out I came out smelling like a rose on this one. The estimate was just over $3,000 which included a new right side bag, rear fender, tail light assembly, and turn signal assembly plus labor and tax.

The check is made to me. I plan to pay the $50 estimate fee, then order a new tail light assembly, replace it myself, and pocket almost $2700.

The damage to the fender is hardly visible and the scuff marks on the bag should mostly all come out with some rubbing compound and good ole fashioned elbow grease. The bent turn signal light should straighten back out without breaking.

Here are some pics;

http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/c...t=IMG_0835.jpg

http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/c...t=IMG_0838.jpg

http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/c...t=IMG_0836.jpg

http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/c...t=IMG_0823.jpg

It certainly looks like minor damage, Id replace the tailight and pocket the rest.

[dougster]

A good reminder to me to always have my mind on my riding! I know it is a good idea to be checking your mirrors constantly, even when you are stopped at a light, and especially before any cars have fully stopped behind you. Then check again as you anticipate the light changing, so you can "escape" anyone who's foot "slips off the brake"!

I read that it is always wise to have some exit strategy as you sit at the light. Good advice, but sometimes hard to remember.