Pulled trigger today, 17 year dream. 08 Fatboy, 105th
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RE: Pulled trigger today, 17 year dream. 08 Fatboy, 105th
Right On! Enjoy- I plulled the trigger in March of '07 still can't believe it sometimes that I got a freaking Fatty, and I'm diggin' it- Since my puchase, I have enjoyed some pretty awesome days riding with friends, and would not take back a mile of one of them. z...z...z....z....z ~ my dream..... going from a 96 to a 107... let the build begin... that's the dream anyway.
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RE: Pulled trigger today, 17 year dream. 08 Fatboy, 105th
congrats on the Fatty... and welcome from Houston.
I started out riding mine real slow and deliberate - like the manual says... but after about 100 miles, I just couldn't stand it and now I just run the snot out of it.... if it can't hold up to it... thenI guess I'll go back to a Honda (but, don't hold your breath wating on thatto happen!!)
I started out riding mine real slow and deliberate - like the manual says... but after about 100 miles, I just couldn't stand it and now I just run the snot out of it.... if it can't hold up to it... thenI guess I'll go back to a Honda (but, don't hold your breath wating on thatto happen!!)
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RE: Pulled trigger today, 17 year dream. 08 Fatboy, 105th
Hey Tim,
Congratulations! You have excellent taste!
What serial number do you have? HD is only making 4000 anniversary Fatboys, so I am curious which one you have. You've got a printed serial number just above you ignition switch. Mine is #222 of 4000.
My dealer explained that if you shift as advised in the owner's manual, your scoot will break-in just fine. Ignor the god-awful heat you're getting off the motor right now. Getting modified to Stage 1 and putting synthetic oils in all three holes will be an instant cool-down!
Start getting familiar with posting some pics NOW, that way you won't have any problems when your mods begin!
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Congratulations! You have excellent taste!
What serial number do you have? HD is only making 4000 anniversary Fatboys, so I am curious which one you have. You've got a printed serial number just above you ignition switch. Mine is #222 of 4000.
My dealer explained that if you shift as advised in the owner's manual, your scoot will break-in just fine. Ignor the god-awful heat you're getting off the motor right now. Getting modified to Stage 1 and putting synthetic oils in all three holes will be an instant cool-down!
Start getting familiar with posting some pics NOW, that way you won't have any problems when your mods begin!
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RE: Pulled trigger today, 17 year dream. 08 Fatboy, 105th
Wise choice for your 1st Harley.
I bought my 1st Harley last December and I've been smiling ever since.
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I bought my 1st Harley last December and I've been smiling ever since.
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RE: Pulled trigger today, 17 year dream. 08 Fatboy, 105th
Congrats on the new scoot !
Break in : Make sure the engine is warmed up good before you ride. Then ride it like ya stole it. Do not hold a steady speed for the first 500 mi. Very up and down, but don't be afraid to hammer down once in a while.
Good Luck with your great ride!
HD
Break in : Make sure the engine is warmed up good before you ride. Then ride it like ya stole it. Do not hold a steady speed for the first 500 mi. Very up and down, but don't be afraid to hammer down once in a while.
Good Luck with your great ride!
HD