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Old Jul 5, 2010 | 01:46 PM
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I can't ride my new bike due to injuries from a wreck. A friend came over and I let him take my bike for a short test run. It looked and sounded great seeing it actually move. Having him and the other guy there both tell me that I stole my bike made me feel good. Paid 15,000 for 07 Street Glide with 1,000 miles and rinehart true duals, chrome controls, forks, and everything else. Gentleman spent 5 grand on parts before it left shop.

Just wondering how many people let others ride their prized possessions.
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:02 PM
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Can't say I'm that generous.
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:08 PM
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There's some things you just don't do. You can't borrow my Harley or my Corvette.
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:08 PM
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Yeah I have let quite a few guys try mine, and in return I've tried some of theirs too.
Best remark I've had yet is one guy got off & said "that was pretty wild but it's a bit too much motor and not quite enough cycle"
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:09 PM
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only one rides mine is my wife
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:14 PM
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When I was in school a friend of mine rode my "new to me" bike back to campus after I bought it. He wrecked it. He was ok...a few rashes. Never again cause it cause's conflicts among friends
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:17 PM
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two simple words,, don't ask....
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:19 PM
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I have friends that I will allow to ride my Harleys, but not just anyone can.
 
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We have a rule. If ya break it fix it. Those we know can't afford to fix it don't get to borrow it.
 
Old Jul 5, 2010 | 02:24 PM
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After the events with my sportster, lets just say no one has the ***** to ask about the Road Glide!!!
 



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