verslagen1 wrote on 09/19/11 at 12:13:23:The fool I was waiting on to clear the right lane musta been backing up traffic for awhile. And as soon as I could cut in, and when it locked up, the next following car skidded too. The heavily load F250 went to the right to avoid him.

Verslagy, you are scary with your understatements, I am relieved that you say that you’re OK. It’s my hope and prayer that you are indeed unhurt. Really sorry about the bike but that can be put back together.
As a newbie I am glad that I was able to pick up a parts bike this weekend, and I will gladly help out if you will let us know what you may need.
Glad you made it through all of that, and I want to take a moment a say how much we appreciate all that you give to our little community.
All the best to you Verslagy!!!