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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 06:14 AM
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Well, I have had my 2012 Ultra Classic for 8 days now, and am in absolute love. After being off of a bike for 15+ years i was a little leary of it, but the Ultra Classic is what Momma wanted. I can't imagine riding anything else! I look forward to all the knowledge from you guys and gals on here. I am active duty military, currently at Ft Riley, KS but moving to Detroit Arsenal on May 1st.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 06:20 AM
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Welcome.I'm an older guy who had bikes in my 20's and got back into it about 8 yrs.ago.Know how your feeling,just be careful and enjoy!
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 06:34 AM
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Sweet ride! Enjoy and be safe out there.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 06:36 AM
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Congrats and ride safe!
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 08:12 AM
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Welcome, enjoy the new ride and take it easy getting back into riding.

I did the the same rode up until the early 80s and then 20 yr off . Started again in 2004 and love it.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 08:32 AM
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I started riding motorcycles when I was 8 years old. I rode for over 20 years then took a 25 year break.
I am in love once again. HAVE FUN and be careful.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 08:35 AM
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Congrats on your new ride, and my condolences on having to move to Michigan.
 
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 08:47 AM
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You need to post up a picture of this new bike. Congrats on the purchase.
 
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Alot of members have done the same thing--taking time off for kids and career and then returning to riding. I mean no offense to your riding skills but taking a Riders Edge or other Motorcycle Safety Foundation course as a refresher on accident avoidance maneuvers is not a bad idea. Just a thought.

More importantly, congratulations on the new ride. Ride safe!
 
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