First Harley...
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The check should be made payable directly to the finance company get a bill of sale and take the bike home with you. Then wait for the title to arrive. If your paying in full definatly take the bike with you.
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Road Master
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Thanks for all the help guys. I must admit, I was dropping a deuce at first, but now I am feeling a little bit better about my decision. 99% sure that Im going to pull the trigger on the 07 Deluxe this weekend. I think its too damn good of a deal to pass up.
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Fmnspooch:
Sounds like you are moving forward on the Deluxe but I thought I'd add my 2 pennies.
I think you are doing the right thing. I got a Sportster 1200 last year. I will not bad-mouth the bike; it's a ton of fun to ride and it's a great first bike. But, after a year, I do wish I had something a little bigger. My wife likes to ride on the back and, with the two of us, it gets a little crowded (thanks to me, as I make it a point not to miss a meal).
If I had it to do over I'd start with something bigger and spend more time practicing on the back streets and in parking lots. Then again, the President at my house has line-item-veto power so I doubt I'd have gotten the necessary votes for the additional cash.
Have fun !
Sounds like you are moving forward on the Deluxe but I thought I'd add my 2 pennies.
I think you are doing the right thing. I got a Sportster 1200 last year. I will not bad-mouth the bike; it's a ton of fun to ride and it's a great first bike. But, after a year, I do wish I had something a little bigger. My wife likes to ride on the back and, with the two of us, it gets a little crowded (thanks to me, as I make it a point not to miss a meal).
If I had it to do over I'd start with something bigger and spend more time practicing on the back streets and in parking lots. Then again, the President at my house has line-item-veto power so I doubt I'd have gotten the necessary votes for the additional cash.
Have fun !
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From: NJ
Fmnspooch:
Sounds like you are moving forward on the Deluxe but I thought I'd add my 2 pennies.
I think you are doing the right thing. I got a Sportster 1200 last year. I will not bad-mouth the bike; it's a ton of fun to ride and it's a great first bike. But, after a year, I do wish I had something a little bigger. My wife likes to ride on the back and, with the two of us, it gets a little crowded (thanks to me, as I make it a point not to miss a meal).
If I had it to do over I'd start with something bigger and spend more time practicing on the back streets and in parking lots. Then again, the President at my house has line-item-veto power so I doubt I'd have gotten the necessary votes for the additional cash.
Have fun !
Sounds like you are moving forward on the Deluxe but I thought I'd add my 2 pennies.
I think you are doing the right thing. I got a Sportster 1200 last year. I will not bad-mouth the bike; it's a ton of fun to ride and it's a great first bike. But, after a year, I do wish I had something a little bigger. My wife likes to ride on the back and, with the two of us, it gets a little crowded (thanks to me, as I make it a point not to miss a meal).
If I had it to do over I'd start with something bigger and spend more time practicing on the back streets and in parking lots. Then again, the President at my house has line-item-veto power so I doubt I'd have gotten the necessary votes for the additional cash.
Have fun !
Line item veto power. LOL. Do what Obama did, just print some money and Bull$hit your way out of it...
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Thank you for helping spread the word about Ride Like a Pro!
My DVDs & Book will show you how to be the master of your machine. I have a DVD for every skill level rider. From beginner to seasoned rider, I'll show you what you need to master & learn how to do it the proper way.
My Ride Like a Pro Class is focused on teaching the average rider the three Motor Officer techniques the cops have been trained in for more than 60 years. This course is based on low speed motorcycle handling techniques. The average speed on the course is approximately 10mph. The reason low speed motorcycle training is important is driving below 20mph there is no gyroscopic effect and gravity tends to pull the motorcycle to the ground. Learning the 3 Motor Officer techniques prevents this from happening. Because most motorcycle crashes occur on the street below 20 mph, low speed handling is of the utmost importance. I base my course on my Police training and it will have your confidence and skills improving 100% before my four hour class is complete.
We have been running this course for over 11 years, teaching thousands of students and have never had a single injury or incident. In my rider course you'll get all the tips, tricks and techniques you'll need to master that course and bring your skills to a whole new level. All riders bring their own motorcycle to my classes.
Police Motor Officers are the top 2% of riders in America. They are able to handle 800 lb. motorcycles with the ease of a childs toy. What do Police Motor Officers know about riding that you dont? Simply put, these officers know three techniques. Just three. These techniques allow anyone regardless of their size or strength to handle even the biggest, heaviest, motorcycle with ease and confidence.
You can sign up for one of our classes here in Hudson, FL or find a franchise near you.
My DVDs & Book will show you how to be the master of your machine. I have a DVD for every skill level rider. From beginner to seasoned rider, I'll show you what you need to master & learn how to do it the proper way.
My Ride Like a Pro Class is focused on teaching the average rider the three Motor Officer techniques the cops have been trained in for more than 60 years. This course is based on low speed motorcycle handling techniques. The average speed on the course is approximately 10mph. The reason low speed motorcycle training is important is driving below 20mph there is no gyroscopic effect and gravity tends to pull the motorcycle to the ground. Learning the 3 Motor Officer techniques prevents this from happening. Because most motorcycle crashes occur on the street below 20 mph, low speed handling is of the utmost importance. I base my course on my Police training and it will have your confidence and skills improving 100% before my four hour class is complete.
We have been running this course for over 11 years, teaching thousands of students and have never had a single injury or incident. In my rider course you'll get all the tips, tricks and techniques you'll need to master that course and bring your skills to a whole new level. All riders bring their own motorcycle to my classes.
Police Motor Officers are the top 2% of riders in America. They are able to handle 800 lb. motorcycles with the ease of a childs toy. What do Police Motor Officers know about riding that you dont? Simply put, these officers know three techniques. Just three. These techniques allow anyone regardless of their size or strength to handle even the biggest, heaviest, motorcycle with ease and confidence.
You can sign up for one of our classes here in Hudson, FL or find a franchise near you.
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