BJ - Thank you so much for sharing. It is lessons like these that can somtimes get thru to people that have not learned them yet. As a kid, I too didn't wear all of the gear. This time around tho, no way am I leaving anything out. Kevlar jeans, textile coat, boots, gloves (always!), helmet, full-face. I see people not geared up and and I don't judge, but I sure shiver thinking of what could happen. Maybe by telling your story, you will save one person much pain and agony, or death. Fix your bike, learn, and move on. Very very glad you are OK!! Theresa