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Old Jun 28, 2009 | 11:48 AM
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Greetings to all who helped me make my decision while I lurked in the background absorbing all the great infromation you all provided. After YEARS of dreaming of this moment, I was finally able to make my purchase: a 2009 Crossbones - I can't stop smiling......
 
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Everyone love the new SH_T EATING GRIN, Welcome from Surrey B.C. CANADA
 
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Welcome & congrats on the new bike

Rick From San Diego / TJ Mexico
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Congrats!! That's as it should be. Welcome from central Washington. Great site and even better people. Use the search function and snoop around a bit before asking questions . Just a little brotherly advice. Glad you're here . Geezer
 
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