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First post on the message board although I have been reading the board for over two years. Two years ago I purchased a 1997 Green and Creme Tourer. I had put 25,000 miles on a 1998 Honda Magna and have put about 15,000 miles on the Valkyrie. The longest trip on the Valkyrie has been 6000 miles to the west coast of California and back to Virginia. Between the Magna and Valkyrie I've been on 11 of the top 15 AMA best roads in the US. I do my own maintenance except for mounting tires, so the VRCC and the message boards have been very helpful.
However, after reading the message board for two years, I feel like a beginner compared to most of you guys. I 'm hoping to meet some of you down the road in the future. By the way, I'm one of the "Old Guys" that have been talked about on the message board lately.
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« Reply #1 on: January 23, 2012, 01:15:11 PM » |
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Well....don't be a "stranger" and post more often......  .....I'm glad I'm one of the younger "Old Farts".....hopefully with a lot of years of Valk riding ahead of me...... |
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« Reply #2 on: January 23, 2012, 01:30:50 PM » |
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Billinva-welcome to the insanity.  Iffin you been lurking fer 2 years ya kinda know what to expect-or not.  I gots ta agree with S S this time-older fart with some good years left to ride my phat ghurl.  Again-welcome from the Ozarks and RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #3 on: January 23, 2012, 01:34:13 PM » |
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Welcome! |
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« Reply #4 on: January 23, 2012, 01:51:37 PM » |
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Howdy and welcome! What area are you in?
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« Reply #5 on: January 23, 2012, 03:49:15 PM » |
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welcome so what kind of oil............ oh nevermind  |
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« Reply #6 on: January 23, 2012, 05:01:34 PM » |
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First post on the message board although I have been reading the board for over two years. Two years ago I purchased a 1997 Green and Creme Tourer. I had put 25,000 miles on a 1998 Honda Magna and have put about 15,000 miles on the Valkyrie. The longest trip on the Valkyrie has been 6000 miles to the west coast of California and back to Virginia. Between the Magna and Valkyrie I've been on 11 of the top 15 AMA best roads in the US. I do my own maintenance except for mounting tires, so the VRCC and the message boards have been very helpful.
However, after reading the message board for two years, I feel like a beginner compared to most of you guys. I 'm hoping to meet some of you down the road in the future. By the way, I'm one of the "Old Guys" that have been talked about on the message board lately.
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« Reply #7 on: January 23, 2012, 05:04:15 PM » |
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welcome so what kind of oil............ oh nevermind Welcome..Be sure and ask about what kind of rear tire to use... !!  |
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« Reply #8 on: January 23, 2012, 05:28:22 PM » |
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welcome .. were you live at?
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« Reply #9 on: January 23, 2012, 05:43:40 PM » |
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two years, man that is some patience to not post.
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« Reply #10 on: January 23, 2012, 05:46:17 PM » |
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two years, man that is some patience to not post.
Or simply wisdom. Welcome Billinva! |
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« Reply #11 on: January 23, 2012, 05:52:03 PM » |
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Welcome, And in those two years I would hope you learned how to post a picture or two... .jpg) |
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NCGhostrider
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« Reply #12 on: January 23, 2012, 06:17:16 PM » |
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With this group, often watching from a distance is safest!  Welcome! Craig NcGhostrider 99 I/S |
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#6674 99 I/S Why aren't we riding? Anyone? Anyone? |
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Billinva
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« Reply #13 on: January 23, 2012, 07:12:50 PM » |
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Thanks for your welcomes to the message board. Several answers are: Rotella T6, Avon Cobras MC Tires, Mustang Seat with backrest, Live in Virginia, K 4050 pegs, and not a stalker.
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« Reply #14 on: January 23, 2012, 07:23:35 PM » |
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welcome to the sand box, the wearing of big boy pants is optional but advised. (maybe we should call it romper room?)  |
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« Reply #15 on: January 23, 2012, 07:34:23 PM » |
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Welcome aboard! Let's see some photos of your Valk.
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« Reply #16 on: January 23, 2012, 08:31:28 PM » |
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Thanks for your welcomes to the message board. Several answers are: Rotella T6, Avon Cobras MC Tires, Mustang Seat with backrest, Live in Virginia, K 4050 pegs, and not a stalker.
Yer gonna fit right in. RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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« Reply #17 on: January 23, 2012, 08:35:48 PM » |
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Don't know if you live near them or not...but Lady Draco and Highbinder are up yonder. I love Virginia!  |
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« Reply #18 on: January 23, 2012, 08:39:07 PM » |
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Welcome to the asylum. You're gonna fit right in. Hay  Jimmyt |
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« Reply #19 on: January 23, 2012, 08:40:18 PM » |
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Welcome aboard, through some salt over your shoulder, dis-regard all posts made by damn near anyone, unless it's a technical post and enjoy the mayhem!!!
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« Reply #20 on: January 23, 2012, 08:47:18 PM » |
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2 yrs watching, and you are still crazy enough to join in ? You are going to feel at home with all the insanity 'round here ,I'm sure of it |
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« Reply #21 on: January 23, 2012, 08:58:22 PM » |
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Welcome to the family. Be sure to use Pure One oil filters... Btw, what kind of windshield wiper do you use? You are either going to love it here, or run out into the night screaming.  |
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The key thing is to wake up breathing! All the rest can be fixed. (Except Stupid - You can't fix that)
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« Reply #22 on: January 24, 2012, 01:25:22 AM » |
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Where are you in Va.? I'm just outside ocean city md. Best beach on the coast. Oh, btw, welcome
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« Reply #23 on: January 24, 2012, 02:59:33 AM » |
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Welcome from another Virginian! |
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« Reply #24 on: January 24, 2012, 03:03:16 AM » |
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Where are you in VA? I'm in Lynchburg. We have several Valks in the area. Welcome!
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Billinva
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« Reply #25 on: January 24, 2012, 06:52:13 AM » |
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I live in Richmond. I've seen very few Valks around here on the streets. I went up to New York to get my Tourer. One or two Valks at the 5 Rolling Thunders, none at the Last Teddy Bear Run, and none at the Wreaths Over America. I've ridden a lot with my Goldwing Brother in Law in Kentucky. We meet somewhere and head out. Appreciate the comments, and I'm trying to cultivate some thick skin.
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Billinva
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« Reply #26 on: January 24, 2012, 07:30:44 AM » |
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Another comment I forgot to mention. After reading this message board for two years, questionable questions include: which oil, which tires, which seats, going darkside, when to change timing belts, which rear spline lube, gas mileage, brake pads. which air filter, and maybe several more that I can't remember.
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« Reply #27 on: January 24, 2012, 07:56:17 AM » |
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Another comment I forgot to mention. After reading this message board for two years, questionable questions include: which oil, which tires, which seats, going darkside, when to change timing belts, which rear spline lube, gas mileage, brake pads. which air filter, and maybe several more that I can't remember.
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« Reply #28 on: January 24, 2012, 04:06:13 PM » |
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Mary Anne, no contest!
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« Reply #29 on: January 24, 2012, 04:18:51 PM » |
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First post on the message board although I have been reading the board for over two years.
However, after reading the message board for two years, I feel like a beginner compared to most of you guys. Welcome, Bill. The best way I can think of to meet people is to get on down to this year's Inzane if you can make it. The staff does a great job keeping us entertained...and there's lots of pretty Valks to look it. There's something always to be learned from the Tech sessions....and some good riding and good fellowship...ok, maybe some BSing too. |
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