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Old Jun 2, 2011 | 05:39 AM
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Hey all,

New to the forums and a new rider. Just purchased my first bike, a 2011 Ultra Classic!

I have been checking out the Heritage Classic for the last couple years, but this year was different ...my wife has had a significant interest in the bikes and riding with me. Kids are on their own and doing good so it's on! We have several friends who are dedicated riders and we asked a lot of questions and spent some time checking out their bikes. In the end, we decided the Ultra Classic was the right choice for us.

So here she sits in the garage while I wait to get my endorsement.
Looking forward to our new experiences together and having some stories to tell of our own.

See ya on the boards and maybe some of you on the road!
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 05:49 AM
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Congrats on the new bike, and welcome
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 05:58 AM
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What a first bike! Welcome to the Forum from Indy!
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 06:09 AM
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Hello From the Flint area. Welcome to the forum.

Looks like we have a long streak of riding weather. Get down to the DMV and get that endorsement!
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 06:43 AM
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Welcome aboard from New York.
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 06:52 AM
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Welcome. Get down to the gym and get in shape. FLHTCUI a lot to handle for your first bike, especially 2 up. I'm serious! Ride safe.
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 07:19 AM
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Welcome to the forum from Kansas
 
Old Jun 2, 2011 | 08:43 AM
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