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Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:13 PM
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I remember you, Thanks for the up-date.
I'm very happy for you, and I think it's great that you kept at it with the Jap bike so you could ride your new Harley...Have fun and be safe.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:13 PM
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Smart move by you! Congratulations on keeping the Road King and ride safe.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:16 PM
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Glad you kept the Harley. Enjoy and stay safe.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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Now we know what the metrics are for.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by GPHDXLC
I remember you, Thanks for the up-date.
Yeah, that...
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:39 PM
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Great job! Be safe and keep practicing.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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Great story. Thanks for sharing your experience.

I ain't never won nothing.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 08:42 PM
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I remember that thread, Markus! Good to hear that you got in some practice on a smaller bike and have gained the confidence to handle and enjoy the RK! Have fun, and ride safe!
 

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Great story and nice going. Man, a HD touring model would be tough to learn on.
 
Old Apr 8, 2011 | 09:00 PM
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Thanks for the update and glad it turned out well! Now we just need to hear about your first ride now that you got your confidence back.
 



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