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Old Jun 12, 2005 | 12:44 AM
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Hey all! Just picked up my bike today!!!! I bought a 2003 Softail Standard. It has been a long time since I have been on a bike, but I hope to get in some serious miles this summer. I look forward to hearing any and all advice from you seasoned riders.

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Old Jun 12, 2005 | 12:55 AM
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Welcome from TN. Glad to have you. Hope you enjoy that new bike, and the forums as well.

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Old Jun 12, 2005 | 03:21 AM
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Congrats Chris. Take it easy for a while eh? Just enjoy the ride.
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Old Jun 12, 2005 | 03:39 AM
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welcome to your new home.
 
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Welcome to the forum! post some pics when you get a chance
 
Old Jun 12, 2005 | 11:29 AM
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Glad you decided to join!! Congrats on the new scoot!

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Old Jun 12, 2005 | 11:35 AM
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Welcome to the Forum and Congrats on the Standard!!!! Been off a scoot for awhile huh?? You sound like me a few years ago, do your self a favor and take her easy for awhile, get used to the bike and ridin again, after a few cautious miles you'll be ridin her like ya stole her!!!!! Enjoy and Ride Safe!!!!!
 

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Glad you found us. Post pics when you can, and feel free to jump in at any time!

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Welcome to the Forums From the Arizona Highlands. Congrats on the new (to you) scoot. May you put on many happy, safe miles this summer

 



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