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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 07:09 PM
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Riding again after 35 yrs raising 5 children. Bought a 2005 Ultra Classic in Feb.08from private owner with low milage.
I'm knocking the rust off fast! As soon as I fiqure out the picture uploading--I'll share it with you.

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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 07:14 PM
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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 07:31 PM
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Welcome from NC.
 
Old Apr 10, 2008 | 07:43 PM
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take a rider course................it is worth every cent to get back into proper form...............
 
Old Apr 10, 2008 | 07:51 PM
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Welcome from the Seattle area
 
Old Apr 10, 2008 | 08:18 PM
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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 08:25 PM
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Welcome back from Pa
 
Old Apr 10, 2008 | 09:11 PM
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Congrats, good luck and ................ [sm=welcomesign.gif]
 
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Old Apr 10, 2008 | 10:20 PM
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Congratulations, and welcome to the forums. +1 on taking a riders course, I should have after not riding for 15+ years. I plan on checking out an advanced riders class this summer.
 



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