Chris, I had a few of those myself when I was road racing bikes, untill I
finally figured I couldn't fall off a car! but you're right, they're the
ones that stay with you forever. Hope you find that video, and just
sometimes God smiles on you when you least expect it.
Regards, Paul.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2001 7:58 PM
Subject: Re: speedweek
> well,i was on bike #566 and thought i was on a record run but just pasted
the 2
> mile marker i seized a piston and the rear tire locked up!(inadequate fuel
> delivery/supply) .the front tire was stable as a stone thanks to my M/T
tire and
> full front fender but the rear tire tried to pass the front and while
trying to
> straighten her ("Lucille") up. she was kicking back and forth throwing
salt way
> up in the air,so i didn't get her lined up straight until i passed the 3
mile
> marker.132.594 was my time on the mile i believe. maybe you guys saw it or
> remember?i didn't plan it but a ride of a lifetime that i will carry with
me
> always. it occured on sunday i believe.god was with me and i didn't bail
> off............trying to control it to the very end. too interested in
what
> happened to my motor to be scared at the time i guess. a hearty thank you
to all
> that put on this event. THANKS! and i hope to see you in oct. if the
weather
> cooperates. thanks just wanted it on tape if anyone caught it. ol'dad
#566
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