Crashing out of my first Expert race..

[@black350Z]

Happy you're ok. Looked like a hard tumble. You were kicking ass! You'll get her back together and be out there in no time, I'm sure. Keep at it!

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Conan! Battered and bruised, but I'm about back at 100% now, and getting the bike back together for the next round at the end of this month 🙂

[@R00567]

Glad you are okay man - I appreciate your humility and honesty. In a world where self indulgence is paramount being honest about the ups and downs of rscing and sharing this tear jerking experience was appreciated. Don't worry you will build it back better than before 👍

[@hiimchad]

Thank you! Really appreciate that. My goal has always been to be objective about the experience of motorcycle racing as a regular dude, and I'm glad that shows through. Can't wait to get the bike together and back out there! Thanks for your support! 🙏

[@racinmasonb]

Good to see you taking this in stride man. Quickly becoming one of my favorite dudes on this platform. Keep up the great work.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Mason! Really appreciate that 🙏

[@iainmacinnes7756]

Ahhhh, worried this was the outcome when I saw the title of your video. So gutted this happened to you and the new bike. What awful luck, not even your fault which makes it worse ! Really impressed with your attitude dude, love your videos, your honesty and lack of ego is so refreshing these days. Keep on doing what you're doing, wishing you a speedy recovery !!

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Iain! A bummer indeed, but all part of the game! Really appreciate your kind words 🙂✌️

[@ThuanTran-gd7hx]

Hey Chad! Thanks for the great video, sir. Your content is, as always, enjoyable and refreshing. It's great to hear you're doing well following the crash--those things are never fun. As always, I tip my hat to you and the riders out there. Also, you're an EXPERT racer! Congrats, man!

[@DP-cr5nz]

Noooooooooo........ Ouch!!!! Glad you're ok - ish. Amazing run until you guys got together. Fun to watch your progress Chad. You've found so much time quickly since you started racing. Hope to see you out there again soon.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Daryl! Hope to see you out there again soon too! 🙂✌️

[@michaelmckenna2882]

Ouch Chad, that was a fast crash, it went pear shaped really quick. It's good to see you're alright and keen to get back out there. Stay safe mate.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Michael!

[@theodorebriscoe6595]

As someone who bought a fully race-prepped and painted Daytona...then crashed it 3 laps into owning it, I know your pain. 😂😂😂 I hope your rebuild is smoother than mine.

[@hiimchad]

Noooooo! I don't want anyone else to know this pain! 😂 If you don't mind me asking, how did your rebuild go?

[@theodorebriscoe6595]

@@hiimchad it's sucked lol. I crashed in November. It will finally be track-worthy again this week. At first, it didn't look too bad. Just fairings, a clip on, a new clutch line, and then a dented gas tank. Turns out the clutch arm got broken, inside the clutch cover. Finding one of those wasn't expensive, just hard. Eventually one popped up on ebay. My steering damper snapped. I ordered a new Ohlins damper, after like 2 months it still never came from the manufacturer. So I had to go with the only brand I could find that still makes them for the Daytona. Finding a used gas tank that wasn't already smashed up took a few months. Finding front forks is impossible. I had to replace my Penske's with stock front forks, because no other option has become available since November.

[@jmacknet2]

Geez I’d be crushed after this. The video was hard to watch, especially seeing your new ride all busted up. I feel for you, bro!

[@hiimchad]

It was a pretty rough week after this if I'm being honest. But, it's all part of the game. Looking forward to getting it back together, and I definitely won't be joking around about it being too pretty for the track once it's all fixed up 😂

[@Dr.L_AVEC]

Oh No! So sorry to see the crash! Hopefully all cosmetic and can get some replacement fairings and get them painted the same color. Most paint and body shops should have the formula to match the original paint color.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Jason! I'd love to restore it to its former glory. Will check with the paint people I've been referred to once we ensure the chassis is good, thanks for letting me know it should be that easy!

[@belo-moto]

Good to see you all good, you’ll be back stronger than ever!

[@hiimchad]

Just wait until you see next week's video.. 😅🥲

[@belo-moto]

@@hiimchad brother, I figured since you replied you’re alright, that’s all that matters! But man, I’m on the edge of my seat now

[@FeyFox]

damn such a shame but I guess its part of the game... glad you are fine and I believe that daytona will return better than it ever was! I wish you a good and fast recovery! greetings from germany!

[@hiimchad]

It is indeed. Thanks for the kind wishes, Felix! 🙂✌️

[@NHlocal]

Noooooooooooo..... 😭 Dang it! I am sorry to see that but, glad to hear you are recovering. I have gone down at the track but it was just me, no one else involved.

[@hiimchad]

It's always a bummer regardless! 🥲✌️

[@NHlocal]

@@hiimchad It definitely is. I am learning all I can and the main goal this coming season. is to keep the rubber side down. and the shiny side up. 😃👍❤🏍

[@slim-bobbilly4331]

Sorry to see your crash on your new pretty bike! Glad you're not too banged up. Also, you were pulling up on some riders before it happened. Looks like you've earned your way up the ranks! Just keep going. :)

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Billy! Definitely have gotten better over the time I've been doing this, and hopping on a more competitive bike only helped. 🙂

[@douggooch5381]

Oh Chad, sorry that this happened to your beautiful Daytona but you being ok is the most important thing and you will come back bigger and stronger after this experience.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Doug! That's the attitude I'm holding towards it. Hope all is well with you! 🙂✌️

[@walterneto9003]

Glad you're good man! It happens hope to see you racing soon again!

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Walter! It sure does, but I can't wait to get back out there again 🙂✌️

[@jshawley]

Glad you're ok man. I had a similar crash at the end of last season ( in Minnesota we have a season. :D ) I actually ran over a guy in my crash. My helmet is now a conversation piece on my wall. 😀 My wife had purchased me an AIMSOLO-DL for my birthday, and ended up looking a lot like yours. Glad you are ok. BTW, you can contact them and if the motherboard is ok, they can fix it.

[@hiimchad]

Oh man, well it sounds like you made it out ok! How was the other guy? Thanks for the advice on the Solo2! I'll look into that.

[@rolandog-ray1223]

Speedy recovery brother. You are an expert rider and will be back better and stronger.... hope to see you soon

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Rolando! Hope you're healing up well too! ✌️

[@martincalley9860]

Bummer about the crash Chad hope you get it all sorted

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Martin! Still waiting to hear back on the chassis, but am remaining optimistic. Hope all is well! 🙂✌️

[@AntiPlatitude]

Oh shoot! Feel better buddy. I don't have to tell you, but this is part of the process.

[@hiimchad]

Thank you, it is indeed! ✌️

[@HippoDrones]

Ahh mate, gutted for you... you looked to be flying until you literally were! Hope the new bike is an easy fix. The hand injuries sound pretty sore, heal fast.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Pete! Definitely had more time to shave if I had made it past the opening lap. Still waiting to hear back on the frame/chassis, but remaining optimistic! Will be back to it for sure, hopefully sooner than later. Hope all is well with you! 🙂✌️

[@HippoDrones]

@@hiimchad all good here mate. How is the hand now?

[@PleatherJacket]

Glad you’re good.

[@hiimchad]

Thank you! 🙏

[@DEGMOTOV]

Good that you are ok! BIke can get fixed, and will be nice all over again! No doubt. A 360 camera here would be spot on to see all of it.

[@hiimchad]

It's definitely time to upgrade my recording equipment. Still kicking myself for having the camera facing backward 🤦‍♂️ Thanks for your comment! ✌️

[@NKUSoccer07]

Hopefully those ohlins are ok. Hard to come by nowadays!

[@hiimchad]

😅✌️

[@tpowers1000]

Stoked for the comeback!

[@hiimchad]

You and me both! Thanks Tim 🙂🙏

[@suh_slow6902]

i'm happy to see you're totally fine. that's close to how my crash went and ended up with a broken face...!

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Tommy! And damn!! What kind of helmet were you wearing when you crashed?

[@suh_slow6902]

@@hiimchad i was wearing my shoei x14. i think the major casualty came from my head clipping the rear tire of the rider in front of me... flicking my head upwards and i think the helmet strap crushed my jaw upward.

[@jimmykicks]

You pulled a jimmy! ( Glad you're in one piece )

[@hiimchad]

Thanks Jimmy 😂✌️

[@SK-kt2ch]

Went over my handle bars on my Daytona a couple years ago. Same thing and similar damage but not as bad as you. Also saw stars-feel your pain brother. Hope you bounce back soon!

[@hiimchad]

An endo is a bad way to crash. So far, so good on the recovery. Just want to get back out there as soon as possible!

[@2pist]

Looked like you were flying out there! My first track day on my Aprilia I crashed it. I was sick. Glad your ok.

[@hiimchad]

I was trying my best to 😅 I'm sorry to hear that. Crashing a new bike is the worst. Thank you! I take it you were ok as well?

[@CubanRider]

Cool POV. It'd be awesome to have a camera facing forward and alternate between views.

[@hiimchad]

Thanks! In hindsight, I do wish I had a forward view. I think I'm overdue for a second camera..

[@KaosRiders]

Hi may I include this in a compilation? It'll be credited and linked back to your channel

[@hiimchad]

Sure

[@KaosRiders]

@@hiimchad Thanks

[@dirtbikelunatic]

Hello! Glad you are okay! Good to feature it?

[@hiimchad]

Hey! With credit given, go ahead. Thanks!

[@MotorcycleExtreme]

Hello, Rider! Wonderful clip! Would it be OK if we used it in a youtube video we're making and maybe share it on our social media? We'll credit you in the video and all descriptions. Thank you! :)

[@hiimchad]

Yes

[@MotoInsanity]

Hey mate, would it be nice to feature your clip in my next episode? Credited of course (watermark and link to your channel).

[@hiimchad]

Sure!

[@MotoInsanity]

@@hiimchad Thanks a lot!

[@MaxiMadee]

Hello! Can I feature this one for my video edit? I'll credit you with watermark on screen as usual. Thanks in advance!

[@hiimchad]

Sure!

[@aka_pierre]

Falling was invented so we can get back up and feel good about it :)

[@hiimchad]

Wise words, thanks Pierre 🙂✌️

[@MotoLoot]

Hey mate :) Any chance we could use your clip in a KZbin video we're making and possibly share it on our social media? We'll credit you in the KZbin vid and all descriptions.

[@hiimchad]

Go ahead

[@thewheeltroll1833]

Oh man!

[@hiimchad]

🫠

[@motoxir]

Hey Guy, is it OK to feature your clip in a moto edit some time soon? It will be credited in the description & comments section with your name watermarked on the clip. Thanks

[@hiimchad]

Sure!

[@motoxir]

@@hiimchad Thank you very much 🙏

[@MonthlyFailsVideoResearch]

Hey hiimchad, do you have an email address at which we could contact you regarding this video? We would be interested to discuss a license to use this video if this is generally possible? (i.e. via email) :) Cheers, Felix

[@GeorgiaGrowGuy]

I hate that. She was too pretty for the track. Get the ugliest race fairings you can, then whip some tail as they goon at you as you pass them. Cheers

[@hiimchad]

That's what I did with my 2012 for this very reason, but I have to say, I did really enjoy having a pretty track bike. Going to see if I may be able to get a decent quality paint job for a good price. Otherwise, I might be breaking out the old rattle cans!