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« on: August 05, 2010, 07:41:15 AM » |
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Hi everyone,
Just acquired a '97 Tourer 2 days ago. Been riding off and on since 1975 - Ya I'm an old guy. Really like this Valk. Already I've received 3 out of the blue comments from younger lovely women about my beautiful bike. I think my ego boost may exceed my fun of riding. I look forward to learning from all of ya'all on service and maintenence issues.
Have Fun Riding,
Chris
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T-Bird
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A friend is one who takes me for what I am.
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« Reply #1 on: August 05, 2010, 08:00:43 AM » |
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f6john
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« Reply #2 on: August 05, 2010, 08:10:14 AM » |
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How did you decide on a Valkyrie? And, of course. we need pics!
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R J
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« Reply #3 on: August 05, 2010, 08:18:41 AM » |
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Welcome aboard Sneaky, what state are you from?
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KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)
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« Reply #4 on: August 05, 2010, 09:15:06 AM » |
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Welcome to the insanity |
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98 T
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« Reply #5 on: August 05, 2010, 09:18:45 AM » |
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Welcome to the party.... I think you'll find it's pretty cool here and people on this board know a lot of stuff... just ask them.... my wife says I think I know everything!!  Loth |
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It's not WHAT you ride....it's THAT you ride!
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TearlessTom
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« Reply #6 on: August 05, 2010, 09:21:52 AM » |
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Welcome, You may want to invest in a larger helmet as the compliments keep on coming.
I had three on the way home the other night at 1:AM.
Just part of the fun.
Dont forget the pics.
Tom
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« Reply #7 on: August 05, 2010, 10:10:59 AM » |
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Welcome aboard, there is plenty of excellent info on this forum. So read away |
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« Reply #8 on: August 05, 2010, 10:41:51 AM » |
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welcome
don't let the comments by the "younger lovely women" go to your head-I bet they called you "sir"! That takes a lot out of it!
this would be the right place to get all the Valk info you could ever use.
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take personal responsibility and keep your word
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98 Std, yellow/cream, totaled 8/3/10
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Sneaky Snake
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« Reply #9 on: August 05, 2010, 11:03:34 AM » |
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Thanks for the greetings! I've updated my profile to show answers to your questions. f6john asked , How did you decide on a Valkyrie? I've always been a Honda guy and really liked the Valk when it came out. After riding one I was hooked. Been looking for about a year now and found this clean one nearby. Appears to be clean as a whistle and only 12K miles. RJ, I'm in western Arkansas - updated profile. Tearless Tom said You may want to invest in a larger helmet as the compliments keep on coming Tom, I'm already a 3X by genetics - I guess I need to vent the ego cause its already hard to find a helmet that size. Ricoman, I understand what you're saying sir. Here's a couple of pics:   Chris |
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« Reply #10 on: August 05, 2010, 11:40:50 AM » |
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Welcome from the GREAT state of ALABAMA, good looking bike, RIDE SAFE, and most of all>>>>>GOD BLESS<<<<<<
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KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)
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« Reply #11 on: August 05, 2010, 11:41:53 AM » |
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Looks like a VERY clean one from the pics. 1st order should be to make sure it has the proper maintenance to the drive line even with the low miles.
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« Reply #12 on: August 05, 2010, 12:05:16 PM » |
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Welcome Mr. Snake.  You will enjoy the VRCC. Nice Tourer, but you need more "BLING"  |
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« Reply #13 on: August 05, 2010, 12:52:04 PM » |
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Nice looking bike.....welcome  |
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« Reply #14 on: August 05, 2010, 12:57:23 PM » |
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Very nice choice. The green and cream is also my favorite. Just like my 97 tourer, and first Valk.
Welcome aboard, and everybody here is worth knowin.
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Aot of guys with burn marks,gnarly scars and funny twitches ask why I spend so much on safety gear
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elraque
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« Reply #15 on: August 05, 2010, 02:32:31 PM » |
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Welcome... I hear the green ones aren't quite as fast as the baby black ones... (That'll start a discussion!)
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« Reply #16 on: August 05, 2010, 02:41:26 PM » |
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Welcome SS!! Nice lookin' ride.....GG
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bigdog99
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« Reply #17 on: August 05, 2010, 06:53:42 PM » |
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i see a new dark sider!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Get ready Darth.
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« Reply #18 on: August 05, 2010, 08:38:11 PM » |
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Welcome aboard Chris!!
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« Reply #19 on: August 06, 2010, 12:19:51 AM » |
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Welcome to the board now let the good times roll. |
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Jabba
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« Reply #20 on: August 06, 2010, 04:49:51 AM » |
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If you are ever in a hurry and on your Valk, don't stop ANYWHERE. You'll end up talking to someone almost every time.
I get a lot of talk from people when I am on my blue/pearl Std. Not so much on the IS. But I ride Blue whenever it's nice out. Green (IS) is for days I might get rained on, and when I got a passenger.
Welcome to the club. I see you have paid your dues.
Jabba
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« Reply #21 on: August 06, 2010, 06:04:43 AM » |
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Welcome to the forum! That's one great lookin Valk! Be safe and have fun! |
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« Reply #22 on: August 06, 2010, 08:25:38 AM » |
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Welcome from one of your Okie neighbors. You have a good looking bike and some great roads in your neighborhood to ride it on. You can learn a lot in "Shop Talk" and what is not printed there is to be found between the ears of many in this fine group. And as previously mentioned, do not skip the regular checking of the drive train. Ride safe and may the force go with you...JTL  |
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« Reply #23 on: August 06, 2010, 08:38:13 AM » |
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Welcome aboard. Great looking ride. Course, I'm partial, I think the fat girls are the best looking.
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« Reply #24 on: August 06, 2010, 08:49:23 AM » |
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got my 97 standard in december and it was love at first sight,heck my wife even thinks shes pretty call it a bumble bee--I have been riding since 13 years old and have owned a lot of different bikes BUT none even come close to the dragon I do have one question --are all valkyrie riders just a little off center!!Great bunch to be a part of-- |
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« Reply #25 on: August 06, 2010, 11:26:51 AM » |
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got my 97 standard in december and it was love at first sight,heck my wife even thinks shes pretty call it a bumble bee--I have been riding since 13 years old and have owned a lot of different bikes BUT none even come close to the dragon I do have one question --are all valkyrie riders just a little off center!!Great bunch to be a part of-- Some of us are more than just a little off !!  |
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RTaz
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« Reply #26 on: August 06, 2010, 11:31:03 AM » |
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welcome aboard....hey I have one of those Green/Cream tourers 
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« Reply #27 on: August 06, 2010, 03:16:16 PM » |
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I to am in west central arkansas,an just dont see many valks around this part of the country
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« Reply #28 on: August 06, 2010, 06:39:15 PM » |
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Hey neighbor, and welcome aboard, your going to like it here. There are a few of us around this part of the country. Just down the road from ya in Russellville myself. |
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« Reply #29 on: August 06, 2010, 10:29:09 PM » |
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welcome and congrats on the forest green/cream tourer , they are by far the best looking and the fastest   |
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Enjoy the ride!
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« Reply #30 on: August 07, 2010, 05:26:43 AM » |
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yip your close I live i Mulberry,any certian things that have to be watched on these beast,It belonged to an attorney and according to the stealer dealer it was very well maintained--but no proof --ever been down the pig trail??Any of you riders out there ever go down I-40 thru arkansas and need assistance get off on exit 20 at the shell station and ask for David
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jimnvalk
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« Reply #31 on: August 07, 2010, 07:05:27 AM » |
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I also am a newbie to forum. I just got my Interstate. Have friends in Texerkana who own Valks. Maybe we can make a ride, since you are in Arkansas and I am in East Texas. Looking forward to riding with you.
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« Reply #32 on: August 07, 2010, 07:22:40 AM » |
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Diamond custom seats? I love mine, no more monkey butt! Hoser  |
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« Reply #33 on: August 07, 2010, 09:24:38 AM » |
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What a beautiful bike. That is color my hubby wanted but couldn't find when he was looking. He got Sedona Red/Creme instead. I have a fast black n chrome.
ENJOY, it is a GREAT bike.
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« Reply #34 on: August 07, 2010, 11:11:16 AM » |
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I just bought a 2000 Val standard. Only 14,000 mi. Black and Red beauty. It has a small scratch on the front fender, but besides that looks new!! This bike is pure pleasure to ride. I put new rubber (Metzelers were recommended) on it just to be safe as the original tires were slightly rotted and am happy to say they are great!! Mechanic says this bike is in top notch condition. Yahoo!! |
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