Damn man, not good at all.. but at least you got up and walked away.
Get the bike checked thoroughly, even if you have to pay for an indie report, nothing worse than some banana repairer overlooking a bent frame (been there.. not good).
Full face, yup I'm all over that, the thought of a crash in an open face just... not good, bone just isn't all that crash resistant! I went a white dirt bike style helmet, seems to really upset some Harley folks.. and thats just fine by me!
Sorry to hear Cozza.
I have nearly had so many of these in the city around peak hour cozza, so I know what you mean when you talk about slowing to 30 next to the frozen lane.... even had one last week where I ended up doing a front wheel stand to avoid a ute that ripped into my lane (thank shit it wasnt wet).
Grab yourself a guardian bell(), some upgraded brakes and you will feel safe as houses.
Glad your still here Cozza, take it easy for awhile.
Hope you have a quick recovery, don't worry about the bike it can be repaired.
Glad to hear you're OK mate. Hope to see you back on the road soon.
Hope your back up and riding soon cozza.
Always wear a full face myself and although i dont always match the 'image' i dont give a rats. Had a few scrapes in the past which makes me very cautious with what i wear on my head
Bad news Cozza. Everybody should be made to do a 1 day bike course before they get their licence. Fukn ignorant idiots on the roads.
Full face is the way to go. matt black Shoei does the job well for me.
glad youre alright cozza,get back on it as soon ya can mate hope the bikes not too bad cheers mate