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New member here. No bike at the moment, waiting for my lady to reach full-time status at her job before I buy.
I started out on a Suzuki M50, then moved on to a Yamaha Stratoliner Deluxe 2 years ago. I loved the look, ride, and power of the Stratoliner. I was very disappointed with the lack of aftermarket support, and Yamaha's ignorance of the market for that bike.
I desperately wanted handlebars, cruise control, a GOOD fairing, and gauges where I can see them. Also, I didn't want a Goldwing.
Here's a pic of my old Strat Deluxe and member James K's Street Glide.
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