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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 08:30 PM
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I wouldn't tell her anything....yet.
Better to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 08:37 PM
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Since the Slim vs the Street Bob argument no longer involves a Dyna, I say get the Slim. You asked... There yah go.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 08:45 PM
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The Slim is a solid choice! Good luck man!
 
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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 08:52 PM
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Make your choice, ride it home and ask her how she likes it after she makes you a sandwich.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 09:21 PM
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Demo-ing Indians tomorrow. I never miss a demo truck...
 
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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 09:41 PM
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Demo-ing Indians tomorrow. I never miss a demo truck...
hop on the bobber. super fun little missile. demand a 116" test
 
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Old Feb 20, 2018 | 10:57 PM
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Try a Sport Glide and a Heritage out before making your purchase.
 
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 09:51 AM
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Originally Posted by nobodyknowsme
I like your choices as well but why not one of the awesome touring bikes? Best bet is your wife would much more appreciate riding on one.
Good advice here.
 
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 10:12 AM
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If the wife is going to be riding with you you are going about this all wrong...
 
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Old Feb 21, 2018 | 11:17 AM
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Man, I like all the “Buy this bike” or “Buy that bike” posts...and no one knows anything about the OP, his riding experience, his riding style, one up or two, what kind of oil he prefers, or even where he keeps his gas cap...

I think if you’re gonna recommend a bike to someone it’s kinda easier if you know something about them and what they want the bike for...

But maybe that’s just me.
 
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