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Old Jul 25, 2014 | 10:10 PM
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Hi everyone,

I'm completely new not just to Harleys but to motorcycles in general. I just bought myself a 2009 Nightster as my first bike, and I'm really really enjoying it.

I do have a question about it regarding how to install an engine guard. If anyone can help please see my post about that here: https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...ll-issues.html

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I'm right there with ya, Ian. I just bought an '08 Low Rider. I'm 49 and never even sat on a motorcycle before Memorial Day weekend when my son let me ride his Sportster.

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