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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 08:27 PM
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my screen name says it all, i don't know jack about fixing my bike, but theres no time like now to start learning. so let the edjumacation begin. by the way, my bike is an '09 street bob, so right now modification is on the table.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 09:24 PM
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Well there is a wealth on knowledge on here. Anything you can think of has probably already been done by someone here. Just search or ask around.
And welcome from Clarksville, TN.
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 09:58 PM
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Welcome & congrats on the new bike
Have fun Ride Safe

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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 10:26 PM
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Congrats on your bike and Welcome to the forum.

Look over the main page, a lot of areas to read & learn.

Questions like (What’s the best ?), or (Having trouble with,?), has been answered 100’s of times.

The search feature will get U a lot of answers, or a Google search.
If you can’t find the answer, start a thread In the CORRECT Section,. Then go from there.
At least U tried….

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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:04 PM
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09 Street Bob, good choice.
Spend some more bucks and get the shop service manual, around $60.00
Those old jokes about Harleys breaking down no longer apply.
Get the manual and do the basics for awhile, fluid levels, tire pressure, etc...
Oh yeah, we need pictures!
 
Old Jul 8, 2009 | 11:36 PM
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Welcome! You don't need to know a lot to enjoy your bike. That's why God made Harley Mechanics!

Ride Safe
 
Old Jul 9, 2009 | 05:28 AM
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Welcome from Surrey B.C. CANADA
 
Old Jul 9, 2009 | 06:15 AM
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Welcome. Tons of info and lots of great people.
 
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