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Watch an amazing motorcyclist ride through an explosion

http://jalopnik.com/5837444/watch-a-amazing-motorcyclist-ride-through-an-explosion

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The second most shocking thing about this video is that any of the Isle of Man Grand Prix riders can straddle a motorcycle with cojones the size of kettle bells. The first is that Brian Purdy — the one whose bike went up in flames — escaped with relatively minor injuries. The crash occurred during a Manx practice session late last month on the Snaefell Mountain Course (237 riders have been killed there since 1911). Purdy was airlifted to a hospital, where he was treated for a broken arm and other injuries. Then there's the unidentified guy with the mounted camera, whom Purdy passes near Schoolhouse Corner. He rides through the flames and avoids Purdy as he lies prone on the street.

And these guys are the amateurs.

[UPDATE 2: Thank jimpunkrockford for finding a replacement video.]

Like no one on here has gotten drunk and sold their vehicles for more booze.

So judgmental around here.

yer bike made of sugar?

For those with less than fully-faired bikes, there could be a lot of strange things going on when water gets up in the bike.

SV owners love how the front tire sprays water right on the Cyl #1 spark plug boot when riding in the wet. Ask me how I know. It makes for bad times if it's not sealed properly.

No, I don't. Read better.

Damn, I could've used this about 2weeks ago.

Either its for sale or its not, whats with you people and this "feeler" thing lately. Reminds me of Lance.

Everything I have is for sale, always, for the right price. Make offer.

Comparable as in, expensive motorcycles?

MV Agusta, Desmosedici RR, OCC Custom Chopper, MTT Y2K, Vintage Indians, Vintage Vincents... though putting 'vintage' in front of Vincent is kind of redundant

(I'd say the same for Indian too, but Polaris is planning to come out with late model bikes with that branding here shortly)

You seem to have a very myopic view of the "bigger unions" and what they do. And, I don't think you understand how strategic outsourcing decisions are made (Like, why are many of the Cadillacs still built in the US? Why are Camaro's built in Canada? If everything was so cheap in Mexico, they'd ALL be down there right?), and I don't think you realize what percentage "labor" really makes up on the production of a new automobile. Nor, do I think you understand the different subsidies the workers overseas and even in Mexico (I've visited a few maquliadoras) are provided by or mandated that company provide by the governments.

Of course, I can only speak about the auto industry because it's near and dear to me, but I surmise the other "bigger unions" got where they are because of mutual agreements and collective bargaining in good faith between the "management" and the "laborers".

Plus, it seems you've fallen into the trap that I see a lot of other non-"bigger union" people fall into, and that's bitterness. Bitterness of what the "bigger unions" have fought for in their respective industries that you didn't get a slice of when you were coming through your life path.

Kinda funny we're talking about this on LABOR Day. I've never belonged to a union, but I do have the day off today - I dunno about you, but I tip my hat to the "bigger unions" for that.

Jussayin'

Then there's this... probably wise to wear gloves when you ride... so you don't expose your tendons.

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=660_1315187405&p=1

But that video above reminds me that sometimes you're the windshield, and sometimes you're the bug. You're better off not being the bug.

American tale: Workers side against their economic interests

http://blog.nj.com/njv_john_farmer/2011/09/american_tale_working_class_si.html

Even poor people and tightwads like me can afford trackdays.

MidOhio

$195 - on your bike

$275 - on a KTM RC8R

Free professional coaching, at a place where you can immediately try out the advice they give.

Then, transfer to street for a safer/better rider.

Arpaio is a real America douchebag.

http://crooksandliars.com/jackie-mahendra/doj-arpaio-show-me-your-papers

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110525/ap_on_re_us/us_human_smuggling_arrests

Furthermore - how can you applaud these raids when the businesses will now have to hire people that won't work for below minimum wage? That will be detrimental to their business and profit, and I know how pro-business your stance is.

Hell, I'm sure you could probably just cut a check for it.

It's not like they need real money.

I wonder if I could convince them to let me short sell the car. I'd be rich.

I'm disappointed no one got shot..

The closest call between a motorcycle and an SUV you’ll ever see

http://jalopnik.com/5836536/the-closest-call-between-a-motorcycle-and-an-suv-youll-ever-see

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9TxEw1LunfM&feature=player_embedded

Shit...Sorry I'm still tied up. I'd love to see the look on the guys face when all of NEO OR group pulls into his drive way. Some peer pressure could result in less cash out of pocket. LOL!

This is appropriate AGAIN in the SAME thread.

Where's the bike at?

This isn't gonna happen. Triumph guy's a flake.

May your drunken vag find the penii you've been looking for...

Hell, if you're gonna turn it into an ORDN party... i'll hang out just to bust Kevin's chops. It's been awhile.

I do have a wedding to go to though, so there may be a conflict, but if I'm available and you're meeting in the ghettos of Elyria, i'm game.

I'll sign up the day before, like I did last time

http://cleveland.craigslist.org/mcy/2565806466.html

Hi i have a 2000 Triumph 955i for sale that needs nothing turn key and ride! ITS FAST AS HELL AND IT IS NOT A V-TWIN MOTOR!!! V-TWINS ARE SLOW!!!It has 9500 mile on it! Call me 440-752-2999!sell/trade open too all trades

• Location: amherst. ohio
  
• it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
  

PostingID: 2565806466

This trader seems like a goober from his ad. I hope you get a deal, but I bet this guy thinks his turd is really a golden egg. Or, your first instinct about something being shady may be the correct one.

Uhoh, r1crushers involved now... this wont end well

I can get to the Rt 90/254 (Detroit Rd) exit in about 10-15 minutes -- so yea, I'm not planning on going anywhere until at least a quarter 'til 6 IF you need me.

Or, give Speedy an excuse to ride out ^^^^ Unless you need TWO guys w/ guns.

If you can change the meetspot Taco Bell at the Rt 90 / Rt 254 interchange I might be able to help you out. (Exit for LCCC)

But, if it's at Midway, I'd miss my dinner reservation at 7:15.

Ohh... and keep in mind I know NOTHING about decade-old Triumphs, and I'll be in semi-dress clothes so I probably won't be able to crawl around and under it.