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Old Jun 24, 2013 | 10:29 PM
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Default Turning 30, needed a Harley.

I am turning 30 this year, and I really wanted to be a Harley owner before rolling over.

Thanks to the wise advice I received here in General Chat, I was able to narrow down my hunt and pull the trigger on an '09 Dyna Super Glide.

My wife thinks I should name it Black Lion, because when she asked me, "Does it feel like you're riding a horse?" I said, "No, it's more like I'm riding a lion."

Not only am I turning 30 this year, but we are also celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary this summer, so, my wife was excited for me to buy a Harley as part of the celebration.

I've already received a ton of great help, so thanks to everyone for the kind assistance! I will do my best to pay it forward!



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Congrats on your new ride.....looks nice.
 
Old Jun 25, 2013 | 01:31 AM
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Congrats on your new ride.....looks nice.
Thank you very much!
 
Old Jun 25, 2013 | 04:29 AM
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Old Jun 25, 2013 | 06:32 AM
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Old Jun 25, 2013 | 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by bglaze
I am turning 30 this year, and I really wanted to be a Harley owner before rolling over.
Young Whippersnappers!
 
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Great looking bike. I vaguely remember feeling old at 30. Actually 30s should be your best decade. Just make sure to keep your wife happy.
She will probably become a little jealous of your love affair with your Harley. There was a funny video someone made on here of a guy admiring his Harley instead of going to bed with his wife, but I can't find it.
 
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