crashed... again.

scorpia4 · Nova Slayer Joined: 03 Aug 2014 Karma :

So folks it happened again. I crashed. I was following a car down to a roundabout. It was going a decent speed and it looked like he was gonna go straight through. There was nothing coming but when he got right to the roundabout he braked very suddenly and hard so I went into the back of him and fell off. I admit that maybe I should have been further back and legally I'm to blame. But while I was sprawled out on the road with my bike on its side he made a quick get away Confused

I picked up the bike and rode it home. Broken indicator bracket, cracked plastics, something's catching the wheel, and bent gear lever. My shoulder I fell on hurts and so does my wrist. Third party fire and theft so now my bike will be off the road for a few weeks Sad

scorpia4 · Nova Slayer Joined: 03 Aug 2014 Karma :

This all happened about 40 mins ago the blue line is happy scorpia on his bike and the red line is where I braked and where it stops is where I fell.

pinkyfloyd · Super Spammer Joined: 20 Jul 2010 Karma :

I would have said crash for cash until you said he ran away. Strange one that. I'd say nothing, get the bike fixed on your own and you'll probably not hear anything.

On a last night, poor obs etc. Wink

At least you're not badly injured.
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Minty · World Chat Champion Joined: 23 Dec 2005 Karma :

Sounds like the eejit may have been uninsured/without a licence.

You have had a badgood break there. Did they get out of the car? Maybe get your plate before scarpering?
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Mudshark · Nearly there... Joined: 19 May 2014 Karma :

roundabouts
vehicle in front, always, not saying ignore everything else, but watch vehicle in front regardless of any assumptions you might make from e.g. empty roundabout no other cars anywhere etc.
Driver could drop his phone/kitten/fag and brake hard Thumbs Up

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scorpia4 · Nova Slayer Joined: 03 Aug 2014 Karma :

He didn't catch my plate. He didn't get out his car he just drove away.

MC · Banned Joined: 01 Apr 2013 Karma :

Probably the only time we didn't need a paint diagram Smile

Firstly, guys a c**t for driving off, and obviously has something to hide, as any claim would go against you.

So in this instance lick your wounds, and learn from it Smile

Always be prepared to stop, particularly if there's a car infront of you. It's far too common for cars to slam on their brakes or give way when they have right of way*

* inb4 you know who Wink

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Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

covent.gardens · World Clap Champion Joined: 09 Jun 2012 Karma :

Good thing for you that he drove off. No insurance claim to pay or increase in premium.

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noobRider · World Chat Champion Joined: 23 Sep 2012 Karma :

My father has been rear-ended three times at roundabouts and junctions (in a car). He drives up to them at a reasonable speed but then stops for a good look around even when it's totally clear. I've nearly rear-ended him when I've followed him. It's always the other guys fault but it is infuriating. I'm sure he's not the only pensioner driver that does this.

Your guy is a git for driving off though.
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natefz6 · Brolly Dolly Joined: 06 Apr 2005 Karma :

My theory..

He was driving along in his car listening to some loud music not really paying much attention to what is going on around him. He stops sharply at a roundabout and feels a bump, thinking that's odd I check my mirrors and see nothing in them (you are on the floor behind out of sight) he considers he is mad for a second and proceeds on his way.
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MC · Banned Joined: 01 Apr 2013 Karma :

Finally a picture of the beast Smile

Actually doesn't look that bad, if it had a little cowling round the clocks it would look quite good.

G · The Voice of Reason Joined: 02 Feb 2002 Karma :

You ARE supposed to check behind you before braking.
But then you are supposed to keep an appropriate distance.

I'd say they did you a favour by leaving in this case.

May have been they were fully legal, but couldn't 'afford' to have a claim against them - which can have very serious consequences.

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Nash GT · World Chat Champion Joined: 12 Sep 2014 Karma :

At least you are not deaded or maimed, worn on your obs and Never assume Thumbs Up

Hope you are able to get back on the road soon
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Dead ****** storage? Confused

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