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Old Dec 7, 2015 | 11:47 AM
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I am a 57 year old kid who likes my toys just bought my first harley a 1972 sportster do not know much about them but I guess I am going to learn. fell in love with it as soon as I saw it.moter was rebult in 2012 has 1500 miles on I figured I better get to know some people that know what they are talking about so hope to get some advice what I am in for no turning back now pick it up sunday
 
Old Dec 7, 2015 | 11:50 AM
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Old Dec 7, 2015 | 12:13 PM
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My first HD back in 72 was a 71 Iron 900... Lots of good and bad memories on that bike..


Welcome to the forum and ride safe.. From Indiana..
 
Old Dec 7, 2015 | 12:17 PM
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My first HD back in 72 was a 71 Iron 900... Lots of good and bad memories on that bike..


Welcome to the forum and ride safe.. From Indiana..
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Old Dec 7, 2015 | 01:07 PM
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Old Dec 7, 2015 | 01:18 PM
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Hi Bill,
and welcome to the forum from the UK.
You'll find plenty of helpful people around here to sort you and your Iron out.
Enjoy,

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Old Dec 7, 2015 | 03:52 PM
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