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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 09:48 AM
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Howdy Everyone!

New Rider here from Northern New Mexico. I bought my very first bike last night; a 99 883 Sportster from a fellow HOG. It still needs paperwork done before I can bring it home, but I can't hardly WAIT!!! Just passed the Rider's Edge class last week and plan on a little practice in the neighborhood before hitting the road.

Any suggestions from readers who remember their first ride will be GREATLY appreciated as I want to live long enough to be cool!
Thanks,
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 09:54 AM
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Welcome from Nawlins!!!
 
Old Jun 9, 2009 | 10:34 AM
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Welcome from South Jersey, Enjoy the bike, be safe & have fun !!!
 
Old Jun 9, 2009 | 11:04 AM
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Tom here. Welcome from SoCal.

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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 11:09 AM
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welcome from indy

be safe..keep those eyes OPEN
 
Old Jun 9, 2009 | 11:22 AM
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Congrats and welcome to the Harley family and the forum.
 
Old Jun 9, 2009 | 11:49 AM
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Old Jun 9, 2009 | 11:58 AM
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