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I got my motorcycle license today.
FINALLY got to take my 05 Sporty out on the open road. It's honestly one of the best feelings I've ever experienced. I could feel the eyes on me. The raw power. The blood curdling sound.
Damn fellas. I'm in love.
Oh, and I was driving by the school on base and I heard a kid (couldn't have been older than 10) yell "Nice bike mister!" That made my day.
Hi Thet. Former Ammo troop here too! (183rd FW, IL ANG) Congrats on getting your license. I'm a new rider too. Can't wait to get my Sporty out for the first like you just did.
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