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Old Jun 8, 2016 | 11:39 AM
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Well, it hurt like hell, but I sold my 2006 StreetRod (Best performing Harley ever made, btw) and picked up a 2009 Road King Classic.

We are becoming empty nesters and wanted the wife to join me, so I sold the best perfroming Harley ever made to the best looking Harley ever made!

Rode to work today at 45 degrees here in Michigan, actually have a heavy and light jacket with me, I have never been able to to that before. If if didn't fit in my pockets, it didn't come with me!

Guess I should start looking for my AARP card!!!
 
Old Jun 8, 2016 | 11:40 AM
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Old Jun 8, 2016 | 01:17 PM
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Welcome to Touring. Yes, it's nice to have storage in the Upper Midwest, where it might be 45°F @ 0600, and 78°F @1600. I carry different gloves, jackets, and rain gear.
When you said you bought the best looking Harley ever made, I thought you bought one like mine.😀
 
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