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Old Jun 12, 2011 | 11:44 PM
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I am 57 and bought my first Harley this year, a 2008 Fatboy, and what a change from the metric bike I had. I have only been riding now for 2 years and before that the last time I rode a motorcycle was in college. I live in upstate NY and just returned from the Americade in Lake George, NY. The weather wasn't the best but I have to tell you 9 out of 10 bikes were Harleys.
Just want to say hi to everyone and will be asking for alot of advice, hope you can help. Thanks.
 
Old Jun 12, 2011 | 11:55 PM
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CONGRATS. i'm originally from kingston, NY. love the lake george area and cant wait to someday get back there again. happy trails.
 
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