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Welcome Area OnlyNew Member Welcome Area Only. Be sure to pop in here and introduce yourself & let us know what Harley Davidson you own. Save your bike related questions for the proper area.
Been lurking for a while, decided to sign up.
Bit about me.
Had a bike a number of years ago. Decided now was the time to get the Harley I've always wanted.
I picked up 2008 - 1200 Sporty Custom about a month ago.
Have put on just shy of 1,000 miles in the first month, and loving every mile under my wheels.
First service is due this friday.
Now to decide, do I go with the stage 1 upgrade, or keep it stock?
At this point I am very happy with the bike, but there is always room for some changes. Right?
Welcome from southern PA! And YES.. there's always room for improvement. I say go for the Stage 1 and take it from there. It's a good starting point. Congrats on the bike, the 1000 miles and ride safe.
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