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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 07:33 PM
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Just sold my 2001 Sportster. Will be picking up my new Dyna Wide Glide on Saturday. Any words of advice for a sporty switcher.
 
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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 07:36 PM
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dont throw it into a corner like you would the sporty
 
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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 07:45 PM
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Yea I'm guessing that 34 degree rake is going to adjust my riding style big time.
 
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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 11:04 PM
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Enjoy -
 
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 12:23 AM
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Change your pipes lol the stock ones are worthless
 
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 04:08 AM
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ride it like u stole it, I do,
 
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 10:15 AM
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You're getting a good looking bike. Be sure and post some pics.
 
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 10:41 AM
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Enjoy the new ride, you will get use to the differance in no time. So put some miles on it!
 
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I've been in your shoes, break it in and get used to it before you try seeing what its got. Went down on a brand new fat Bob with 650 miles on it at 110 mph. Tank slap is a bitch
 
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