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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 01:35 PM
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I had hip replacement surgery 2 weeks ago, haven't been on the bike since the 20th. Bumming out.... Who woulda thunk I'd become a HD Addict LOL
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 02:25 PM
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Sorry, I feel your pain. Very possible to become a HD addict. Been there done that. Don't worry, it'll just be that much better when you get to ride!
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 02:31 PM
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Been there, done that too! Had shoulder surgery end of Feb., didn't ride until beginning of May. Sat in the garage staring at the bike and polished it up when the shoulder felt better. First ride out was a blast. Had a big *** grin on my face the whole ride. Still grin alot when I ride, love my Harley!
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 03:16 PM
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Hang in there, your time will come :-)
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 03:54 PM
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get better...heal quicker...just keep reading stuff in the forums...
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 04:44 PM
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Hope you are healed soon, and back on your bike.
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 04:45 PM
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I hear ya buddy, hang in there and hurry and get well, we don't want that addiction to get ya. Best of luck.
Kroozeabout.
 
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Old Jul 5, 2012 | 10:30 AM
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I'm in the same boat.
Sitting on my *** since the June 7th due to an open fracture on my big toe.
Heal fast!
 
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I've been off the bike for 5 weeks due to rotator cuff surgery. Therapy is not going well either. Haven't went this long without a ride in 5 years. I have rode 66,000 miles in the last 5 years so this idle time is driving me crazy. I've thought of getting a wig and a tube top and getting one of my riding buds to take me a spin. Yes, I'm getting desparate! I feel your pain. Hope ya get back in the saddle soon.
 
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