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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 01:25 PM
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I've had a few different HD models over the years, but this is my first Softail. I traded my St. Glide in as it never got "toured" as I planned. I put more miles my rigid than I did the Glide. Sold my rigid and needed something that was like the rigid but more comfortable to ride. Saw this great looking Crossbones at my dealer 2 weeks ago before I went on vacation. I told myself if it was still there when I got back, I'd check it out. As you can tell, it was still there.

I plan on making a few changes to it, nothing too major, yet. It is so much more fun to ride than my Glide was, hell it's more fun than the Dyna or Sporty I had. Anyway, couple of pics. I have no idea who made the seat or the pad (need to research those).
 
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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 01:30 PM
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Very nice....
 
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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 02:00 PM
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Enjoy the new ride
 
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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 02:13 PM
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Softails are great. I like your choice. Welcome!
 
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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 02:32 PM
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I did the same. Traded my 2012 StreetGlide for a 2016 CVO Pro Street. One of the best decision I've ever made. Enjoy you new ride.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 02:54 PM
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Great looking bike, the PO changed that balloon of a front rim/tire combo that comes stock. Saved you some $$ Hahaha

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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by DC Mike
Great looking bike, the PO changed that balloon of a front rim/tire combo that comes stock. Saved you some $$ Hahaha

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Yep, that was one of the main things that drew me to it. I've always liked the style of Crossbones, other than the fat front tire.
 
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Old Jun 20, 2016 | 03:45 PM
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Nice looking bike.
 
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Nice ride, now you know why Softails rule!
 
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