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I just bought a 2009 Nightster with 70 miles and I really love it. Traded it for my 98 Jeep Wrangler and was happy with the deal. I am new to riding and am getting pretty comfortable on two wheels. Took the Rider's Edge course and did well in it. I really love riding and have put on 200+ miles in the last week.
Great weather in NJ this week. I now hate rain and crave sunny days!
John
Last edited by MapleShadeHarley; Oct 10, 2010 at 08:43 PM.
welcome from north carolina, while i can't speak for the shocks on your bike, i had the same problems with the air shocks on mine, never could get the ride I wanted, so I upgraded to a set of Ohlins and it was like i was on a new bike.
Welcome from Levittown, PA and congrats on the bike; ride safe... please remember the 4 components of your stopping distance.
1. time to recognize the situation
2. time to apply the brakes
3. actual stopping of the bike itself
4. that awful streak in the middle of your ...
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