[QUOTE="darsy"] Overtaking slow-ish column of cars; ped runs out in front of me, between moving cars; grab brake; crash.[/QUOTE] Did you collect the stupid cunt? [QUOTE] Damage - me: not really - slightly sprained wrist; bike: nothing much, but not rideable, because RHS grip/switch arrangement pulled away from bike, snapping throttle cable and a couple of ignition wire things.[/QUOTE] Doesn't sound too bad. [QUOTE] So: don't suppose there's anyone in the North London area with a van free?[/QUOTE] I don't have a van, but if you can source one, I'm happy to perform the role of manual labour.