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Old Feb 4, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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Hello All,
I just joined the forum in anticipation of orderingmy first Harley. Hopefully, I'll be replacingmy Suzuki VL 1500 with a new Road Glide. I've owned 2 Hondas, a Moto Guzzi, 3 BMWs and the Suzuki but the urge to have a Harley has always been nawing at me. So, at 65 years old, I figure go for it before it's too late.

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Old Feb 4, 2008 | 12:46 PM
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Welcome from TEXAS, might rent one to see what you like. $.02 Enjoy the site, good info here.
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 12:58 PM
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You know, you're absolutely right. The dealership nearby rents them and as soon as the weather clears I'm going to do that.
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 01:02 PM
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Renting is a great way test a bike for a longer time. Some dealers will even deduct the rental price from your purchase.

Welcome to the forum from Savannah, GA
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 02:01 PM
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Welcome from Illinois!
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 02:17 PM
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Welcome from Wesley Chapel Fl.
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 02:31 PM
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Welcome to the forum from Fayetteville, Pa!
 
Old Feb 4, 2008 | 03:18 PM
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welcome from florida.........you will not be disappointed with the road glide
 
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