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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 10:02 AM
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 10:09 AM
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Congrats on the new ride! You didn't say how long you've been riding...
If you are new to bikes, or at least to the touring class of bikes, I would recomend that you buy the Ride Like A Pro 5 DVD and practice the lessons in a parking lot. The lesson on slow speed maneuvering is worth the price of the DVD alone.
 
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 10:16 AM
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Im warning you now this place has the potential to make you want to spend LOTS of money... o and congrats on the new bike
Plus 1 - Welcome from Tom Sauk Mtn. - Highest point in "The Show Me State"
 
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 11:26 AM
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Welcome to the forum! From what part of MS do you hail?
 
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Welcome from, MN! Can't wait for the pics. This forum is invaluable!
 
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Old Apr 3, 2011 | 02:33 PM
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Congratulations on the new Ride and Welcome to the Forum. Lots of great information here.
 
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Originally Posted by CWDoc115
Congrats on the new ride! You didn't say how long you've been riding...
If you are new to bikes, or at least to the touring class of bikes, I would recomend that you buy the Ride Like A Pro 5 DVD and practice the lessons in a parking lot. The lesson on slow speed maneuvering is worth the price of the DVD alone.
I've been riding a metric cruiser for the last 3 years. Had dirt bikes back in the day. I've had the motorcycle safety course. It was very good learned a lot. This is my first Harley and my first touring bike. My cruiser was close to the same weight, but I'm sure there is a learning curve.
 
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Welcome and Congrats on the new bike! Got my SG last year and I love it!
 
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