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Old May 19, 2011 | 09:02 PM
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That it was time to move on to another scoot? I've been wanting another hd for a couple of years now, but it just never came to pass. Mostly because I had alot invested in my ride and I just wasn't ready to part with it,(my wife felt the same to) that is, until now.
Was it gradual or an all of the sudden moment?
 
Old May 19, 2011 | 09:06 PM
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What...I can't stop looking at your avatar long enough to think clearly...(.)(.)...
 
Old May 19, 2011 | 09:08 PM
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They look real BTW.
Get the new scooter and keep the old one.
 
Old May 19, 2011 | 09:17 PM
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I knew it was time to move on from my Sportster that I loved when it was burning a quart of oil every 500 miles after the 1250 kit was put on it. Got tired of carrying oil with me and decided to trade it in for my Street Bob. Haven't regretted it a bit.
 
Old May 19, 2011 | 09:44 PM
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When? When I was sliding down the freeway on my *** at about 70mph and could hear my bike making a big crashing sound every few seconds. It was rather sudden.
 

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When I see a new shiny pretty one. I have an addiction.
 
Old May 19, 2011 | 10:21 PM
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My bike is getting old and starting to nickel and dime me. Plus I have been wanting something with more power
 
Old May 19, 2011 | 11:18 PM
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I will just add another to the stable. Been thinking about a Springer Classic with the Evo engine. I want to get it custom painted and rigged solo. As long as I ride them enough to keep the maintenance down they stay.
 
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Old May 19, 2011 | 11:28 PM
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You will know it when you first SEE your next bike no matter how much $$ has been spent on the current bike.
 
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Last time was after and F250 totaled my Ultra, and almost totaled me.

Time before that was when I switched bikes for a few miles with a bud and I realized how much better the 09+ frames were.

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