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yamaha rider87 · 08-15-2008, 03:39 AM

Hey guys new to the forum and saw this section so I figured I'd share my story. My best friend Andrew S. died on june 20th after surviving six weeks in the hospital with 3rd degree burns over 90% of his body. He loved sportbikes and the motorcycling culture with a passion, and would have in fact gotten his first bike two weeks ago had he not passed away. He was driving recklessly in the early hours of may 10th when he lost control of his car, which rolled and in the process caught fire. He was trapped inside. Thankfully someone had already called the police about him speeding several minutes earlier so emergency services were already in route. He fought with everything he had but in the end his injuries overtook him. I just want everyone out there to remember that we're not bulletproof and it only takes one slip one time to end up dead. The worst part is its not you that would suffer, but your loved ones and friends who are left behind asking why. Please be safe out there and think twice before you make the same mistake he did, because trying to go through life at 21 without your best friend really sucks to say the least. ride safe all

**sideshow_downs** · 08-15-2008, 03:45 AM

Im sorry about your loss and if your story makes one person think twice about doing something wreckless then it was a good thing that you shared it.

VEGASRIDER · 08-15-2008, 04:16 AM

Sorry to hear something like that. I won't go into detail as I like to keep some personal stuff private, but I can understand losing somebody, as I too have lost somebody special. Not sure if you had a chance to visit him in the ICU of the burn center, but if you did, it's was probably best that he continued onto his journey. Very tough to recover from serious burns like that.

**reiobard** · 08-15-2008, 07:52 AM

RIP so sad and my thoughts are with his family and friends.

n1one · 08-15-2008, 08:44 AM

Sorry about losing your friend.

I too lost a very good friend about 6 weeks ago. He lost a 5 year battle with cancer. He was generous enough to leave me his 07 FZ6 with 4500 miles on clock. Although he is physically gone, he rides with me everyday

Chin up and find a way to remember him everyday.

**Hellgate** · 08-15-2008, 08:49 AM

I am so sorry to hear the loss of your friend, what a tragic and terrible way to pass away.

I know that he will live in your heart and he will never leave you.

Be strong.

lytehouse · 08-15-2008, 08:55 AM

I am so sorry about your friend

but thanks for sharing your story

**Nelly** · 08-15-2008, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by yamaha rider87

Hey guys new to the forum and saw this section so I figured I'd share my story. My best friend Andrew S. died on june 20th after surviving six weeks in the hospital with 3rd degree burns over 90% of his body. He loved sportbikes and the motorcycling culture with a passion, and would have in fact gotten his first bike two weeks ago had he not passed away. He was driving recklessly in the early hours of may 10th when he lost control of his car, which rolled and in the process caught fire. He was trapped inside. Thankfully someone had already called the police about him speeding several minutes earlier so emergency services were already in route. He fought with everything he had but in the end his injuries overtook him. I just want everyone out there to remember that we're not bulletproof and it only takes one slip one time to end up dead. The worst part is its not you that would suffer, but your loved ones and friends who are left behind asking why. Please be safe out there and think twice before you make the same mistake he did, because trying to go through life at 21 without your best friend really sucks to say the least. ride safe all

I am very sorry to hear you have lost your buddy. My sincere thoughts to you and his family.

Nelly UK

**FZ6inNH** · 08-15-2008, 11:13 AM

Thank you for a blunt and thoughtful reminder for us all. I'm sorry that it came with such a high cost for family and friends. Take comfort in knowing you've taken something valuable from this and be content that you've passed it along for all to share. RIP Andrew!

Jman · 08-15-2008, 01:26 PM

I lost my best friend at about your age to a motorcycle accident. I know what that feels like. It will get better, just hang in there. Keep the good memories, leave the regret and all the rest. -My two cents

08-15-2008, 03:39 AM	#1 (permalink)
yamaha rider87 Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: sparks, Nevada Bike: 07 FZ6 (yamaha blue) Posts: 113 Rep Power: 3 Member #3975	best friend gone Hey guys new to the forum and saw this section so I figured I'd share my story. My best friend Andrew S. died on june 20th after surviving six weeks in the hospital with 3rd degree burns over 90% of his body. He loved sportbikes and the motorcycling culture with a passion, and would have in fact gotten his first bike two weeks ago had he not passed away. He was driving recklessly in the early hours of may 10th when he lost control of his car, which rolled and in the process caught fire. He was trapped inside. Thankfully someone had already called the police about him speeding several minutes earlier so emergency services were already in route. He fought with everything he had but in the end his injuries overtook him. I just want everyone out there to remember that we're not bulletproof and it only takes one slip one time to end up dead. The worst part is its not you that would suffer, but your loved ones and friends who are left behind asking why. Please be safe out there and think twice before you make the same mistake he did, because trying to go through life at 21 without your best friend really sucks to say the least. ride safe all

08-15-2008, 03:45 AM	#2 (permalink)
sideshow_downs Deployed Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Where the Army needs me Bike: '08 FZ6 - Raven Posts: 630 Rep Power: 13 Member #358	Re: best friend gone Im sorry about your loss and if your story makes one person think twice about doing something wreckless then it was a good thing that you shared it. __________________ I'm all jacked up on Mountain Dew! 2008 FZ6 In stealth Raven -debadged-reflectors removed-painted windscreen-powder coated pegs and radiator covers-devil exhaust-competition werkes F/E and signals-tcp seat cowl

08-15-2008, 04:16 AM	#3 (permalink)
VEGASRIDER Dedicated Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LAS VEGAS NV USA Bike: 2006 Blue FZ6 Posts: 1,688 Rep Power: 35 Member #83	Re: best friend gone Sorry to hear something like that. I won't go into detail as I like to keep some personal stuff private, but I can understand losing somebody, as I too have lost somebody special. Not sure if you had a chance to visit him in the ICU of the burn center, but if you did, it's was probably best that he continued onto his journey. Very tough to recover from serious burns like that. __________________ *VEGASRIDER...................Member # 35* 2006 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6 VR's Rider Resume

08-15-2008, 07:52 AM	#4 (permalink)
reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,369 Rep Power: 72 Member #991	Re: best friend gone RIP so sad and my thoughts are with his family and friends.

08-15-2008, 08:49 AM	#6 (permalink)
Hellgate Super Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 3,292 Rep Power: 58 Member #1191	Re: best friend gone I am so sorry to hear the loss of your friend, what a tragic and terrible way to pass away. I know that he will live in your heart and he will never leave you. Be strong. __________________ Pete Mods: Akrapovic, Ohlins Remote, R6 Fork, RyanK Fender Mounts, Cobin with Backrest, Motovation Sliders, Yamaha Cowl, Stickers Removed, Galfers, Pazzo Shorties, Rizoma FE, Fredlight, Hugger Trimmed, ConvertiBar Clip-Ons, Acculign Top Clamp, OSO2K Setbacks, PC III w/ Custom AF1 Racing Map. Up Coming Mods: All Balls Headset

08-15-2008, 08:55 AM	#7 (permalink)
lytehouse Super Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Bike: 2007 FZ6 Red Posts: 390 Rep Power: 8 Member #919	Re: best friend gone I am so sorry about your friend but thanks for sharing your story

08-15-2008, 11:13 AM	#9 (permalink)
FZ6inNH Moderator w/ Twisted Fate Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: New Hampshire Bike: 2008 FZ6 Cobalt Blue Posts: 3,151 Rep Power: 51 Member #18	Re: best friend gone Thank you for a blunt and thoughtful reminder for us all. I'm sorry that it came with such a high cost for family and friends. Take comfort in knowing you've taken something valuable from this and be content that you've passed it along for all to share. RIP Andrew! __________________ -={FZ6inNH}=- . . Member #9 . . 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 -My Rider Resume Mods: Yamaha Lower Cowl, Racetech Springs w/15w oil, FAZR6 F.E. Kit, Puig Smoke Racing Screen, Tank Camera mount, Cortech Sport saddle and tail bags, dual headlight mod, Shogun Sliders, Yamaha Comfort Seat, Mild Airbox Mod, De-Stickered, and Custom Carbon Fiber SwingArm Decals

08-15-2008, 01:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
Jman Metamorphic Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Virginia Bike: 2008 FZ6 Posts: 798 Rep Power: 12 Member #3129	Re: best friend gone I lost my best friend at about your age to a motorcycle accident. I know what that feels like. It will get better, just hang in there. Keep the good memories, leave the regret and all the rest. -My two cents

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