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    Oh, Wind... how I loathe you...

    Rode the bike to work today... wind pushed it over in the parking lot.

    I set it upright and started it after about 5 minutes (don't know the guidelines on how long you should let fluids settle). No smells or smoke, so I think it's ok.

    Initial inspection revealed cracked fairings and scuffed up exhaust.

    I'll post the damage pics when (if) I get home tonight.

    If you're out there today, be careful.
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    Re: Oh, Wind... how I loathe you...

    Ouch that sucks!!! Be careful man.
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    Re: Oh, Wind... how I loathe you...

    Quote Originally Posted by Gas Pumper View Post
    Rode the bike to work today... wind pushed it over in the parking lot.

    I set it upright and started it after about 5 minutes (don't know the guidelines on how long you should let fluids settle). No smells or smoke, so I think it's ok.

    Initial inspection revealed cracked fairings and scuffed up exhaust.

    I'll post the damage pics when (if) I get home tonight.

    If you're out there today, be careful.
    Sh*t. If you need a right side fairing.. let me know.

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    Re: Oh, Wind... how I loathe you...

    Been there, done that, sorry man.

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    Re: Oh, Wind... how I loathe you...

    I used to live in the midwest where that was a regular occurrence. We learned to always park with your kickstand downwind.
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    Re: Oh, Wind... how I loathe you...

    Damn that sucks.

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