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Old Oct 16, 2010 | 06:45 AM
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I took some pictures yesterday of my new (actually new only 16 miles) 2008 Fat Boy. It is number 726 / 4000. This bike was one of 16 offered by the state of Virginia on one of their lotteries. If you can believe this 3 of the bikes were never claimed this bike was one of those bikes. The dealer had repurchased it from the state and had put it on the floor a few days before I found it. does this mean I have to change my username now?
 
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Old Oct 16, 2010 | 06:49 AM
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Very attractive girlfriend you have there...
 
Old Oct 16, 2010 | 08:38 AM
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Never claimed, meaning 3 people actually won bikes and never picked them up? That's pretty bizarre.

But congrats on your new bike, it's a beauty!
 
Old Oct 16, 2010 | 08:48 AM
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Nice bike!
 
Old Oct 16, 2010 | 09:07 AM
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Never claimed, meaning 3 people actually won bikes and never picked them up? That's pretty bizarre.

But congrats on your new bike, it's a beauty!
Yup that is what happened. I thought people lose tickets, put them somewhere and forget about them, run them through the washer, that kind of thing. But if I had bought a ticket It would have been put in a prominent place that I could see each day. I am just glad I was able to purchase it.
 
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Originally Posted by HoggyMtnBreakdown
Nice bike!
Thanks, coming from a guy that has one I appreciate it.
 
Old Oct 16, 2010 | 09:16 AM
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Thanks, coming from a guy that has one I appreciate it.
Oh, HELL yeah! I love my bike and I LOVE the color. It's awesome. Don't let anybody try and tell you otherwise.
 

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Old Oct 16, 2010 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Rider1200
. does this mean I have to change my username now?
You can change your name to Copper Top because you are going to hear that a lot. LOL
I like the color and it looks good on the FB.
Enjoy the new ride
 
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Old Oct 16, 2010 | 02:12 PM
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Nice scoot. What are the odds of 1 person not claiming a won bike... but 3?
 



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