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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 10:51 PM
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Sweeeet congratz!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 10:54 PM
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Congrats......., and ride safe!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 11:01 PM
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Thanks for sharing, you put a big smile on my face! Ride safe.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 11:05 PM
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What's an endorsement? After 10+ years of riding I plan on getting one sometime this year. lol.

Congrats on the scoot!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 11:08 PM
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Congrats, it is going to be a great year for you! Ride safe, Ride Aware, and feel the wind!
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 11:29 PM
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Congratulations! Deluxe as your very first bike? Damn, I admire you! I think my first 4-5 bikes cost about $2,000 combined
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 11:41 PM
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Welcome to the wind. I've been riding for 25 years and I DO still remember the first time. A mixture of anticipation, fear and unbridaled joy! It only gets better. With time skill and confidence grow and you can relax more and enjoy the experience to the fullest extent. Everyday is a new ride with it's own set of sights, smells and sounds. I've never grow tired of it. I wish you many, many safe and rewarding miles. Happy trails!
 
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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 12:26 AM
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Nice, now get out there and enjoy it, ride safe...
 
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....and wanted to share. I have finally, after waiting 48 years, earned my endorsement and can now ride my first bike, an 09 Deluxe and I am beyond joy. All you experienced riders still remember what it fealt like to get and ride your first bike, well I just got that feeling and my only regret is that I didn't make it happen sooner. Be seeing you on the rode...
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