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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 04:29 PM
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New forum member here with a new-to-me 2003 black &amp\\; silver Ultra with 16k miles.&nbsp\\; Live in McKinney, TX (Dallas metro area).&nbsp\\; Bike was&nbsp\\;an early 40th b-day gift to me.&nbsp\\; Long-time rider but first Harley - don't&nbsp\\;know why I&nbsp\\;waited&nbsp\\;so long now.&nbsp\\;
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Great forum you guys have here!&nbsp\\; It's already been a real helpful resouce before and after the purchase.&nbsp\\; Look forward to contributing when I can.
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 05:20 PM
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 05:21 PM
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Congrats on the new ride.&nbsp\\; Welcome to the forum.&nbsp\\; Tons of great info on here.
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 06:05 PM
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Nice ride.....welcome to Harley country and the forum.&nbsp\\;
 
Old Jul 9, 2008 | 06:51 PM
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Old Jul 9, 2008 | 07:35 PM
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 07:18 AM
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 09:51 AM
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First Harley eh? Welcome to the dark side.
 
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