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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:15 PM
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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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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:21 PM
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congrats on the new scoot. ride safe. steve
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:23 PM
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congratulations my friend. it's a hell of a feeling, isn't it ??? be safe and enjoy that thing
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:23 PM
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Congratulations on your new bike!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:26 PM
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Nice. You've got such GOOD taste!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:28 PM
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Dang.....First bike and go for the Gusto with a sweet *** 09' Deluxe!!

Solid choice. Congrats on the new bike and the endorsment.

I rode straight outlaw style without a License of any sort, registration or insurance from 1985 to 1992......

It seemed to work in the 80's.....By the 90's it wasnt working at all.

Ride Safe!
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:30 PM
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Savor the feeling. It's like driving your first new car off the lot. Nice choice on the bike to.
 
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Old Apr 2, 2009 | 09:34 PM
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[QUOTE=joaniexfc;4806794All 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...
Attached is a picture of Ruby.[/QUOTE]

Yep. I sure do remember. It was almost exactly a year ago, and 18K miles later I am still all smiles.

Congrats on the new ride. You will have many awesome experiences to come.
 
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Congrats may your next 48 be as cool as that first ride enjoy
 
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