vista resident wrote on Oct 8, 2008 10:00 AM:This is very sad. My heart gose out to the family.

John E wrote on Oct 8, 2008 10:53 AM:It is irresponsible to close an important pubic road for several hours for an "investigation," when the cause of the crash is so obvious (blatantly excessive speed).

Yes, his death is a tragedy, but it was also a fully predictable natural consequence of his own actions. Let's not forget that driving any motor vehicle at 100mph is a crime. It is extremely fortunate that he did not kill or injure anyone other than himself.

sad indeed wrote on Oct 8, 2008 10:54 AM:it's like a crash/death a week now on a cycle.

its very hard to lose someone you luv Im sorry wrote on Oct 8, 2008 11:19 AM:To the family and friends of this person my heart and prayers go out to you.This sounds like a similar accident that happened last month when my boyfriend was going about the same speed and passed away.But we cant blame ourselves for their mistakes.Try to be strong and know that just because their physical apperence is'nt here anymore doesnt mean his soul isn't with you .Everyone will tell you it takes time and theirs no doubt about that but think about the good times you had with him.And just think that now his in a better place.

Yikes wrote on Oct 8, 2008 11:46 AM:WOW! Riding a GSR 1000 on a learners permit. Anyone who knows about motorcycles, its like handing a student pilot an F-18 jet fighter to learn how to fly. Its suicide.

Death Wish wrote on Oct 8, 2008 12:12 PM:My condolences to the family of this young man.. that's a tradedy. Anyone who
rides a GSR 1000 in excess of 100 mph on a learners permit is seriously making a life or death gamble.. At least he is in a better place and not paralized for life... God Bless.

Greg in Oceanside wrote on Oct 8, 2008 12:28 PM:Yikes is absolutely right, a GSR1000 on a learners permit?

But I'd also like to add that this guy was obviously pushing the envelope by travelling in excess of 100 mph to boot.

I know this guy was an adult, but it begs the question; did his family and friends warn him about the responsibilities of riding a motorcycle, especially a sport bike this size?

Come on people, we need to be our brother's keeper!

Cardiffian wrote on Oct 8, 2008 1:35 PM:With a bike like that, it's very possible he never intended to go that fast. One slip of the wrist and 50mph turns to 80 instantly, which pushes you back further into the bike, which pushes you to 100 - before you can react you've hit a tree. Back when the Kawasaki 500 was a "big" bike ('70's?) I did the very same thing and ended up doing a wheelie at 80!!!! I haven't got on a bike since!

Pete wrote on Oct 8, 2008 1:40 PM:I ride motorcycles i have a sport bike and a enduro bike. I started off on a 500cc bike rode that for 2 years and then whent to a bigger bike from there i have been riding now about 20 years. I understand the attraction of these bikes i have done over 100 mph in my time. What new riders fail to understand is throttle control ! when you twist your wrist these bikes take off like a bullet and if you are not prepared it can be dangerous.

It is everyone's own responsibility to ride what they can handle but i am not sure why the Dealers are selling these bikes to new riders. I know if someone refuses to sell a bike the kid will get it somewhere else and the dealer would loose out on the sale but dam i am reading about this to much these days

Ryan wrote on Oct 9, 2008 11:44 AM:So Sorry to hear this. Its unfortunate.

Sad that We are letting people who barely should be on a motorcycle buy a 1000CC Supersport. This bike can go 180 MPH and will go to 100 MPH in about 8-9 seconds. Another cautionary tale to people who think they can just ride anything because they know where the clutch and the throttle are.

Michael Lone Wolf wrote on Oct 9, 2008 12:28 PM:The unfortunate part of being a "Biker" is that far too often, the beginners try to take on the largest beast out there. not realizing that once you unleashe that beast, it is too hard if not impossible to tame. for God's sake, ride what you can handle and dont let anybody push you into something that your not ready for.

Annonymous wrote on Oct 9, 2008 1:21 PM:Everyone believes what they read. There is no proof to the speed he was going...although I am not doubting he was going more than the posted 45 MPH. He was not riding a GSR 1000...it was a GSX-R750. Don't make assumptions based on what you read or what the news chooses to post. Yes he made a mistake. Please let him rest in peace without your judgement. You do not know him.

LoneWolf wrote on Oct 9, 2008 1:51 PM:The unfortunate part of being a "Biker" is that far too often, the beginners try to take on the largest beast out there. not realizing that once you unleashe that beast, it is too hard if not impossible to tame. for God's sake, ride what you can handle and dont let anybody push you into something that your not ready for.

meccasda9 wrote on Oct 9, 2008 7:54 PM:first off, the bike wasnt 1,000, he was also scared of the bike he rode it with caution. and if you guys knew that street well you would know that the sprinklers are always on. so maybe he hit a wet patch. no ones know how fast or what the conditions were of the road. its crazy how some people could turn a bad situation worse just by typing a couple of words. R.I.P. Aries. youll be missed

Pete wrote on Oct 9, 2008 9:56 PM:Annonymous,

Even a GSX-R750 is dangerous to a new rider is is still a sport bike with alot of speed that can get you in trouble if you are not used to it. Why do people think that just because it is only a 750 that it is sill good for a new rider.

Paul wrote on Oct 10, 2008 5:20 AM:Annonymous,
With any crash investigation, wait for all the facts. As with aircraft crashes, you will find that sometimes the g-force of the impact will either freeze the speedometer in position, or the needle will impact the bezel denting it, showing the speed at impact. In automobiles now, some vehicles have the speed recorded in the ECU. RIP.

to Greg in Oside wrote on Oct 11, 2008 2:56 PM:Each rider and each driver is responsible for thier own choices and actions. It is sad that he died. There is no place on a permit nor licence for mommy or daddy's name. I recommend the motorcycle safety classes to any rider, new or experienced.

miramesa local wrote on Oct 11, 2008 7:26 PM:i knew kuya aries he was my x-gfs cousin and this guy went through alot so you stupid ppl trying to judge him over a supposedly "investigation" going 100 mph thats not true at all and even if it was true yall shouldnt judge and say bad stuff he was a good brother a good cousin and a father of 2 kids rest in peace kuya aries you will be missed!