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Old 05-15-2012, 05:03 PM   #1
CourtLechter
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Arlington, VA
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Checks after bike falls over?

I'm wondering if there are any checks and/or maintenance that one should do after your bike falls over?

I awoke this morning to a rather disturbing sight: my bike was laying on its side with the cover largely off! It seems at some point during the night we had had a "microburst" severe storm that had either blown or washed my bike onto its side. (the side with the kick stand)

When I went down to right the bike, it seemed largely ok: the mirrors had moved, but not broken (that I know of), the saddle bags seemed alright, and I (very thankfully) didn't see any dents. My cover had crumpled itself into a nice water collector for the run-off by the curb, and when I righted the bike I noticed some water pouring out of the speedometer. I also noticed that there was a distinct smell of gas (I'm assuming that my tank leaked a bit when it was on its side).

Apart from righting the bike and ensuring that it was stable I haven't done anything to it (& I'm planning to wait for it to dry before even thinking of turning the electrics on). So, my question is: should I look for any specific types of damage or ensure that certain things are properly adjusted before I ride again?

Thanks!



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