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Old Mar 30, 2005 | 09:15 PM
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Bought a new 05 FXD in Febraury and now that the weather is finally clearing up I just had the chance to ride it for the first time last night ,wow what a diffence from the 04 Sportster I traded in . Been busy with work ,and adding new accesories like Vance & Hines exhaust,carb kit ,new air breather,auxilary lights ,forward controls ,etc..
 
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 09:17 PM
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Good for you. Enjoy!

Nothing like finally getting out and twisting the throttle.
 
Old Mar 30, 2005 | 09:36 PM
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Great News!!!!!!!!!!!

I've had mine out a few times now and I feel soooooooo much better. Withdrawl symptoms are beginning to subside. I've got mine in a bike show this weekend so other than the ride there and back I won't get many miles in.


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Bought a new 05 FXD in Febraury and now that the weather is finally clearing up I just had the chance to ride it for the first time last night ,wow what a diffence from the 04 Sportster I traded in . Been busy with work ,and adding new accesories like Vance & Hines exhaust,carb kit ,new air breather,auxilary lights ,forward controls ,etc..

Glad to hear that you got to ride a little, and it also sounds like you found a good way to spend your free time when you can't ride. Enjoy the ride.
 
Old Mar 31, 2005 | 12:31 AM
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Congratulations on getting your baby on the road! There's nothing better...

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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 12:32 AM
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Enjoy the new scooter
 
Old Mar 31, 2005 | 12:39 AM
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enjoy the new ride! i went form a sporty to a glide. love the glide but didnt have the heart to get rid of the sporty, rode it to work today, still love it. guess ill have to alternate days!!
 
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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 02:43 AM
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Congrats!! Sounds like you really enjoy the new bike. I've only had my sportster for a month now (86') and I cant get enoug of it. Its my first Harley. I really want a Fat Boy. Another couple of years and I plan to buy a spankin new one! Hope you get to ride more! Spring has arrived!!!
 
Old Mar 31, 2005 | 11:18 AM
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