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Of course I had to tie it to a trailer to get it to do so. Have been looking for one of these for a year to two and this is the first one I could almost afford. Have lowered it and have installed low seat to compensate for short legs and.... uh, nevermind. 
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Nice! They're a blast to ride and in AR you can make good use of it.
Good luck!
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Thanks Rich and Kevin. It is a blast but have been too busy to ride a lot (and I am retired!). Did ride it to El Dorado Springs, MO for the 500 mile service and it is great for Hwy riding. It does love curves, felt a bit awkward at first since it is taller and has quite a bit more seat height than I am used to riding but once the wheels start turning it is about as agile as anything I have ridden.
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The only other photo I have of the bike. 
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You won't regret that purchase!
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That's SWEET! Also digging the green. Only if I had money for all the bikes I want.
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Troy, a few weeks ago we rode all around the Ozarks, up to Peel Ferry and on to MO 125/US 160, which is as good a piece of road as anywhere. You have some great riding out that way! Have fun! 
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Very envious, Looks Great!!
08 SM, carb version w/ fat tank, blue and silver, AI removed, Short TOR'S, Air box removed, battery relocated and chopped rear fender.
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Very envious, Looks Great!!
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Michael – I don’t think I will either, it is great so far.
Matt – Thanks, I liked the green (official name is Venom Yellow) but it is a bit different than the red and black bikes I have always had. It’s only money, can’t take it with you so might as well enjoy it. Beside, I sold one bike and may sell a couple more to help fund the thing… even I am beginning to think to garage is crowded.
Kevin – Yes! Great riding up/down here. I live on the western edge of the Ozarks and can be in the twisty stuff in 10 minutes so try to go every chance I get.
Steve – Thanks!
Danno – Thank you sir. When you get a chance come back up north and we will run a few curves.
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Damn rich kids!  
And you may see me tonight
With an illegal smile
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Hah, I wish on both parts. Poor old man fits better.
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Nice! 
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Good looking bike Troy!Hope to see it at the Arkansas Rally this year....
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Thanks Jim and Donny. Hope to make the rally too Donny.
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A few weeks ago I walked away from a brand new 2012 1050SE because the XC's looks so bad a$$...
I'll be trying to pick up a 1200 this winter.
Awesome bike! Congrats on the new ride!
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Congrats
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Thanks. Rode over to Eureka Springs and south on 21 & 23 yesterday. Permagrin on my face.
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Bike looks great, and I too dig the green.
Wish I could get a low seat for my '07 that really made a difference.
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Dang, Troy! That's cool and I bet you're loving it. I can't wait to see it.
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Thanks Chris. Just getting enough miles on it to start letting my right wrist overpower my left brain. Fun! 
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That Tiger looks awesome in green! I wonder if I could fit on it with your set-up. Love that bike. I'm just to short in the legs.
Opportunities multiply as they are seized. - Sun Tzu
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