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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 07:17 PM
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Let me tell you guys something. I’m a new rider. Got my first road bike on my birthday in May. Took the msg course, got my license and have just rode as much as I can. I drive for a living so I don’t ride close to as much as I want to, but this bike has been GREAT for me. I got some unsettling news the other day. Nothing terrible, but still upsetting to me. I got on my bike and just set out to ride. No clue where I was going but just wanted to clear my head. Riding this bike, feeling the wind, being with myself and working things out in my own mind did me so much good. It liberated me. It brought things into perspective. It helped me deal with what I was dealing with. I guess everyone has a moment when they fall completely in love with their bike. I had that moment yesterday. I’ll never be without a bike from this day forward. Thank you Harley Davidson.
 
Old Jul 3, 2019 | 07:40 PM
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Awesome brother! Ride on safely!
 
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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 07:55 PM
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Thanks for your story. I feel the same way about my 2 Harleys.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 08:09 PM
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Congrats...ain't it great havin' your knees in the breeze.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 08:13 PM
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Welcome , and great story.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 08:16 PM
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Riding is therapy... of this, I have no doubt.
 
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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 10:53 PM
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How I love my Harley... Let me count the ways!

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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 03:54 AM
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just wait until you get a Roadglide!..
 
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Great way to join the Forum, on a happy note with a great story. Congratulations on getting your first bike, and I hope you have many a safe and wonderful miles, on your Harley. What year, and model Harley did you get?
 
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