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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 08:11 PM
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Purchased my first Harley, a 2007 Ultra Classic, back in September, so I have definitely been searching this site since then. finally decided to create an account.

Short summary: I have been riding for the last 10 years or so. Spent a few years in the Army Infantry, did a tour in Iraq. Work full-time, in graduate school, married with a 2 year old son, and 2 dogs (blue heeler and a boxer).

List of previously owned motorcycles
  • 2001 Honda CBR600F4i (x2)
  • 2008 Honda CBR1000RR
  • 2001 Yamaha V-Star 1100
  • 2007 Harley Ultra Classic (Current)
I started out riding sport bikes but finally decided I wanted something I could travel with an opted for something with saddlebags and a tour-pak.


Love to ride in my spare time, when I have it. Also commute to work with the weather is good. I used to ride in all kinds of weather but tend to be more of a fare weather rider especially with all the chrome on the Harley.


Been installing parts here and there since I bought the Harley, started with all this:

  • Harley Premium Oil Cooler
  • Harley Backrest
  • Harley Saddlebag Liners
  • Harley Heat Deflectors
  • Street Glide Turn Signal Bar and License Plate Relocation Kit
  • "Live to Ride" Theme
  • Windshield Molding
  • Kuryakyn Passenger Highway Pegs
  • Kuryakyn Longhorn Offset Dually Highway Pegs
  • Kuryakyn Drink Holder
  • Kuryakyn ISO Grips
  • Ram Mount X-Grip iPhone Holder
I already removed the front bumper and I am waiting on the Saddlebag Support Bracket so I can remove the rear bumper.



I have lots of plans for the Harley, mostly cosmetic for now. But who know what else I will come up with in the future
 
Old Feb 11, 2014 | 08:14 PM
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 08:37 PM
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 08:44 PM
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 09:16 PM
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Old Feb 11, 2014 | 09:29 PM
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