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Lucky 13 went with me and Smokin Joe spotted it on Craig's List and notified me immediately on email. Called the dude in Soddy Daisy and said the Interstate was in excellent condition. He was right and it had lots of extras. Truck Stacks, gutted stock mufflers for a good sound, acent lights to show off the chrome at night, cruise control manual style, chrome luggage rack onteh trunk, perfect paint, luggage racks on the hard bags, pods wiht working fog lights, cup holder, almost new tires. Owners manual as well as a tool kit. Cna't believe I made the 100 mile trip home after seeing the battery connections were losse due to the fact he removed the battery tender and forgot to retorque the battery bolts. I noticed this when I was installing the pig tail for the heated Harley Clothing made by gerbing now. Weider went out of business. Could not be happier and its fast Black to boot. Forgot the shear exceeration of these bikes, been riding a Harley Electriglide for a while. hit 115 mph on I-75 on the way home. Whew/ I, m back now.
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« Reply #1 on: March 22, 2010, 08:19:30 PM » |
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Oh yeah forgot to mention it has a Cb , four speakers stereo that I can't navigate too well yet and it's
a 2001 Model.
Thanks Smokin Joe for finding the bike.
ANd thanks Lucky 13 for putting up wiht me on this trip that was unplanned and lasted all day.
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« Reply #2 on: March 22, 2010, 08:46:38 PM » |
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That is outstanding news Al! (too much of the bad news these days). It sounds like Joe found a really nice machine, and you made a good move on it. I have two (black) ISs, and they're about the only thing left that makes me feel like a kid again..... and tickle me right down to my boots. (Course I'd probably feel the same way about one with color(s).... probably) PS: despite all the good evidence to the contrary, I'd be a bit careful going 115MPH on a bike I'd owned for a couple hours. But now that you have...... it's probably OK hereafter.  |
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T-Bird
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« Reply #3 on: March 22, 2010, 09:45:47 PM » |
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 Good news Al...I saw that posted on craigslist just 2 days ago and thought it sounded like a great bike. I can't wait to see it in person. Did Joe sell his IS ?
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« Reply #4 on: March 23, 2010, 02:48:04 AM » |
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I rode Big Don's Valkyrie on Saturday. Haven't ridden one for about 2 years. He was on my KLR.
I woudl really like to own one again.
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« Reply #5 on: March 23, 2010, 04:19:19 AM » |
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Congrats!!
I am just wondering how many x-Valk owners have returned to the fold after buying other bikes. Valks aren't for everyone but they are addictive.
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« Reply #6 on: March 23, 2010, 04:31:41 AM » |
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Big congrats to ya Al. The Valk will have the power to carry more weight (firearms) so a good move knowing your love for them. Dave |
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« Reply #7 on: March 23, 2010, 04:42:24 AM » |
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Welcome home son!
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« Reply #8 on: March 23, 2010, 04:56:19 AM » |
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Cool, stay away from the hotsauce and you'll be fine with all that power.
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« Reply #9 on: March 23, 2010, 05:03:13 AM » |
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Congrats on the new toy Al I picked up an X1 Buell in Daytona on New Years eve and rode it back to Ga. Not to bad of a ride  How you doing on the Al-Key-Haul intake? I'am not drinking either since I went on the needle. Lets ride soon, I have plenty of time. |
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« Reply #10 on: March 23, 2010, 05:32:09 AM » |
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Welcome home Al to the world of riding a Valkyrie Dont worry that you cant get the grin off of your face, we all have been there If you ever get tired of the CB shoot me an email 
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« Reply #11 on: March 23, 2010, 05:54:18 AM » |
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That is outstanding news Al! (too much of the bad news these days). It sounds like Joe found a really nice machine, and you made a good move on it. I have two (black) ISs, and they're about the only thing left that makes me feel like a kid again..... and tickle me right down to my boots. (Course I'd probably feel the same way about one with color(s).... probably) PS: despite all the good evidence to the contrary, I'd be a bit careful going 115MPH on a bike I'd owned for a couple hours. But now that you have...... it's probably OK hereafter. Jess that might be the closest description I have heard in a while that describes the feeling I have on my Valkyrie!! |
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« Reply #12 on: March 23, 2010, 06:06:41 AM » |
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Congrats and welcome back!!! |
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« Reply #13 on: March 23, 2010, 06:35:46 AM » |
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Could not be happier and its fast Black to boot.
I thought that was why you sold the last one - Mike |
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« Reply #14 on: March 23, 2010, 06:42:51 AM » |
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i can't understand why anyone would ride anything other then a Valkyrie.
those that don't like 'em have never riden one.
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« Reply #15 on: March 23, 2010, 06:43:22 AM » |
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Bout dang time....now....you know the drill.... "once you go Valk....you don't go....well...anything else...."  |
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« Reply #16 on: March 23, 2010, 06:47:09 AM » |
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The force is strong... I feel a surge in the force, from that place they call Tennessee Welcome back. Black Dog |
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« Reply #17 on: March 23, 2010, 06:52:22 AM » |
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What??? No pictures!!!!
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« Reply #18 on: March 23, 2010, 07:02:48 AM » |
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Congrats Al. I hope you enjoy the I/S. Just wonderin' if we shouldn't get up a pool on how long you'll keep it. As always, I enjoyed riding with ya this past weekend. |
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« Reply #19 on: March 23, 2010, 08:27:22 AM » |
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Congrats AL and welcome back! |
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« Reply #20 on: March 23, 2010, 11:22:55 AM » |
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Welcome back! I'll never be without my Valk. Cant imagine it.
took too long to get here.
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« Reply #21 on: March 23, 2010, 12:56:46 PM » |
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Gald you got the Valk and black is beautiful. Mac  |
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« Reply #22 on: March 23, 2010, 01:53:16 PM » |
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The reapin' never ends when friends with Smokin'joe I'm going to hook Al up on posting pictures soon also. Hope we get a ride or three in this weekend so I can ride Big Al's new Interstate |
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« Reply #23 on: March 23, 2010, 02:43:17 PM » |
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Always enjoy the board here and thanks for Praying for me on the Heart/Alchohol Issues. Heart is doing fine. Beer, wine, whiskey, Moon Shine, sales are down in three counties due to my interdiction away from the so called good life. Some people are fine with a Little Whistle Wetter every now and again. But I was drowning my whistle and was amazed I was still alive on some of these excursions. We all have our stroies to reminisce upon, but when people remember what happens and you don't, then it's time to take stock of the situation and curb the destructive behavior. Remember a wise man will change his or her mind but a fool never will. Sounds a little rough of a stance but it's better to tell the hard facts thatn to sugar coat it and wacht a friend die or hurt other people in our lives that don't deserve to be hurt. Not to mention the damage to the other people in the general public that are at danger form my behavior. A lot of people are sitting in prison now wishing they had stopped , but what is done is done and no way to take it back or change the outcome. Gald I quit when I didi. Wnet on a ride the other day wiht some good friends, and had just as much fun not drinking as when i did drink . So nothing has changed really, still having fun and riding more often thatn when I was drinking. Remember I am not morally against drinking, Jesus first miracle was turning water into wine. But they did not drive home after the event , so the worst that could happen is fall down. Not so today. And remember love all of you and God Bless each and and everyone of you wild and crazy folks Here is a video for you but WARNING THE F WORD IS USED ONCE AND DON"T watch IF YOU DON"T LIKE GEORGE CARLIN. REST IN PEACE GEORGE I would be interesting to see where he ended up. Al
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« Reply #24 on: March 23, 2010, 05:44:50 PM » |
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S-W-E-E-T! Congrats on the new ride!
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« Reply #25 on: March 23, 2010, 08:47:07 PM » |
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Well, somebody will be at Cheaha this weekend. That's not too far for you guys. Doing the pre-ride with Redvalk on Saturday. He's staying over and we may do so as well on Sat. night.
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« Reply #26 on: March 23, 2010, 08:53:58 PM » |
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 Black is not only fast, she's beautiful. Great job on the new ride. |
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« Reply #27 on: March 24, 2010, 05:35:52 PM » |
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Welcome home Al! Glad you finally came to your senses. |
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« Reply #28 on: March 24, 2010, 09:35:09 PM » |
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Awesome Al! Can't wait to see it. |
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