Newbie from Oregon
Thread Starter
|
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 42
Likes: 0
From:
Newbie from Oregon
Hi All! I'm just now finding all these forums so I can learn as much as I can about this "Harley World"!
I've been riding in the dirt and on the street for 42 years now...raced motocross for five of those years...I counted up 26 bikes that I can remember, but I'm sure I'm missing some! I think I'm finally done...just got my '06 FLHTI a month ago and am kicking myself for not doing it about three decades ago...I've got some catching up to do! I figure if I can ride this EG for the next 25-30 years, I'll happily ride it to the nursing home of my choice, hand the keys to my kids, and tell them, "Here's part of your inheritance!"
In between riding, I was able to work in twenty seven years of military service...in six different branches! Guess I just couldn't hold a job, huh? Started out in the Coast Guard, then Army, Army Reserves, Air Force, Air Force Reserves, and Air National Guard! I guess you can tell I didn't like deep water or Marine drill sergeants! I'm currently a 70% disabled vet, but I feel very fortunate I can still ride! There's a lot of folks out there that don't have this luxury, and I won't ever take this opportunity for granted!
This looks like a great forum, so I'll close this rambling so I can check it out further!
Keep an eye out for deer this time of year! I've gotten reports from three friends who have had associates tangle with deer in the last two weeks so far...they're all ok, but banged up pretty good, and lots of damage to their bikes!
Mike (aka PlanB)
I've been riding in the dirt and on the street for 42 years now...raced motocross for five of those years...I counted up 26 bikes that I can remember, but I'm sure I'm missing some! I think I'm finally done...just got my '06 FLHTI a month ago and am kicking myself for not doing it about three decades ago...I've got some catching up to do! I figure if I can ride this EG for the next 25-30 years, I'll happily ride it to the nursing home of my choice, hand the keys to my kids, and tell them, "Here's part of your inheritance!"
In between riding, I was able to work in twenty seven years of military service...in six different branches! Guess I just couldn't hold a job, huh? Started out in the Coast Guard, then Army, Army Reserves, Air Force, Air Force Reserves, and Air National Guard! I guess you can tell I didn't like deep water or Marine drill sergeants! I'm currently a 70% disabled vet, but I feel very fortunate I can still ride! There's a lot of folks out there that don't have this luxury, and I won't ever take this opportunity for granted!
This looks like a great forum, so I'll close this rambling so I can check it out further!
Keep an eye out for deer this time of year! I've gotten reports from three friends who have had associates tangle with deer in the last two weeks so far...they're all ok, but banged up pretty good, and lots of damage to their bikes!
Mike (aka PlanB)
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 7,954
Likes: 9
From: jacksonville, nc
RE: Newbie from Oregon
welcome from eastern nc!
21years retired marine 75% guess we have a lot in common! lots of retired military and active duty so enjoy the forum and post some pics of your ride
21years retired marine 75% guess we have a lot in common! lots of retired military and active duty so enjoy the forum and post some pics of your ride
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 141
Likes: 0
From:
RE: Newbie from Oregon
Welcome from central FL Mike
Trending Topics
Road Captain
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 711
Likes: 0
From: Syracuse, NY
RE: Newbie from Oregon
Welcome, Mike. Keep the rubber on the road.
From Syracuse
From Syracuse
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
RE: Newbie from Oregon
hiya mike,
welcome to the froums from so fla. enjoy your stay, and im sure with so many years riding experience you must have so great stories.look forward to hearing some. try to post some pics when ya get a chance
welcome to the froums from so fla. enjoy your stay, and im sure with so many years riding experience you must have so great stories.look forward to hearing some. try to post some pics when ya get a chance
