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« on: June 01, 2016, 12:20:11 PM » |
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Hello everyone. I am buying my first Valkyrie tomorrow, from a member of this group actually and couldn't be happier. I've always admired the old "naked Goldwings" but at 6'6 wasn't fond of riding them. I finally found a bike that I don't feel too damn tall for. Any advice or common Valkyrie knowledge you want to lay on a newbie is greatly appreciated. Thanks and I look forward to learning, and one day contributing in the group.  |
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Brad
1999 Valkyrie
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Fazer
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« Reply #1 on: June 01, 2016, 12:32:25 PM » |
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Welcome to the club. Make sure and post a photo soon as you can.
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Nothing in moderation...
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John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
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« Reply #2 on: June 01, 2016, 12:49:06 PM » |
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And check out the Florida board, I see you're in the Tamp area. We have a goodly number of Valk riders in that area and throughout Florida. Watch the Fla. board for rides posted, get to know them....they're a good bunch of people. I got paid to say that!  |
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« Reply #3 on: June 01, 2016, 01:00:50 PM » |
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Check your email |
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Momz
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« Reply #4 on: June 01, 2016, 01:10:38 PM » |
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HI from Metro Detroit
When changing rear tires, do a through cleaning and lubrication/grease of the Drive unit.
Don't let HD riders tell you that it's japanese,.....designed and built in the USA.
Have fun
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #5 on: June 01, 2016, 01:12:34 PM » |
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Welcome, and I hope you spend lots of the one on the tech board so you can be in charge of the care and feeding of the old gal.  |
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J.Mencalice
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"When You're Dead, Your Bank Account Goes to Zero"
Livin' Better Side of The Great Divide
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« Reply #6 on: June 01, 2016, 01:22:31 PM » |
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I agree about the tech board; you can't buy the info and knowledge of those who can answer your questions and are willing to help. Religion and politics? Keep your powder dry and your head down.  Best wishes for a great ride.  |
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« Reply #7 on: June 01, 2016, 04:02:31 PM » |
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Welcome! Just arrived myself here as a new Valkyrie owner a couple of weeks ago. Such a great bunch of helpful folks. Have fun!
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If you are distressed by anything external, the pain is not due to the thing itself, but to your opinion of it; and this you have the power to revoke at any moment. ~ Marcus Aurelius
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DirtyDan
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« Reply #9 on: June 01, 2016, 06:18:32 PM » |
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Welcome aboard
Best bike ever made
Best internet group i've ever found
Dan
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Do it while you can. I did.... it my way
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Misfit
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« Reply #10 on: June 01, 2016, 06:55:40 PM » |
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Welcome. |
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If you're lucky enough to ride a Valkyrie, you're lucky enough.  |
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Dennis from Blythe
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« Reply #11 on: June 01, 2016, 07:25:12 PM » |
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Congratulations, and welcome to the board.
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Rams
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So many colors to choose from yet so few stand out
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« Reply #12 on: June 01, 2016, 07:27:17 PM » |
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Welcome. At 6' 6", I highly recommend you get a long legged set of highway pegs if the fat girl doesn't already have them. Hope you make it to Inzane. Last time I checked, there were over 350 Valkyrie nuts signed up.  Will be a fun time no doubt. |
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Learning the majority of life's lessons the hard way.
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GunMetalValkyrie
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« Reply #13 on: June 02, 2016, 05:53:15 AM » |
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Thanks everyone! It's got the pegs already abd some other nice upgrades. I've got a pic in my profile but I can't see how to post a big version here.  |
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Brad
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Only a biker knows why a dog sticks his head out of a car window.
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« Reply #14 on: June 02, 2016, 05:55:19 AM » |
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Another 6'6" rider here! Lots to learn about the Phat girl. Enjoy. Hope to see you at Inzane.
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havoc
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« Reply #15 on: June 02, 2016, 05:57:22 AM » |
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welcome!!
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"Not all those who wander are lost" - J. R. R. Tolkien
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GunMetalValkyrie
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« Reply #16 on: June 02, 2016, 09:55:20 AM » |
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Guess Ill Google this Inzane everyone is mentioning.  |
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Brad
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Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005
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« Reply #17 on: June 02, 2016, 10:09:02 AM » |
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Guess Ill Google this Inzane everyone is mentioning.  |
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Willow
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« Reply #18 on: June 02, 2016, 12:20:15 PM » |
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Guess Ill Google this Inzane everyone is mentioning. InZane is the annual gathering of the VRCC. It will take place this year in Morgantown, WV and start in just a little over a week. It lasts for four days and there will be a little over 350 people there most of whom you will enjoy meeting. It's a little ways up the road for you and a little short for planning but if you can make it I almost guarantee you will have a good time. Almost because there was that one guy, well two. ... |
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Valkorado
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« Reply #19 on: June 02, 2016, 04:54:44 PM » |
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Welcome to the asylum!  A 6'6" tall man is nothing for the mighty Valk to tote in comfort and style. Many of our members are that tall -- from side to side, that is! Enjoy the bliss of riding a smooth flat six! |
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« Reply #20 on: June 02, 2016, 04:56:58 PM » |
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Guess Ill Google this Inzane everyone is mentioning. InZane is the annual gathering of the VRCC. It will take place this year in Morgantown, WV and start in just a little over a week. It lasts for four days and there will be a little over 350 people there most of whom you will enjoy meeting. It's a little ways up the road for you and a little short for planning but if you can make it I almost guarantee you will have a good time. Almost because there was that one guy, well two. ... Not to worry. I won't be able to make it this year.  |
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GunMetalValkyrie
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« Reply #21 on: June 02, 2016, 07:25:09 PM » |
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Me neither, but it looks fun. I will be on vacation in California then. Everyone have fun and ride safe! |
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Brad
1999 Valkyrie
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