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Well we have been looking, etc. and finally found a bike for me. We are heading to get it today. It is an '06 Triumph America. So exciting! I know I know..........I didn't even take the MSF class yet. I really can't wait for the class.........it is only 13 days away now and coming up fast. As for the bike...........it was such a good deal we just couldn't let it pass. I will let you know how it goes........ ~*~ Painted Lady
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Had my "BIG" day the 23 of march 2002, so soon to be a 5 year America owner! Never did regret my choice of bike for one second! Have a blast and ride safe! Johann 
Gooseman
Bonneville America 904 Black/Silver
Triumph Tiger 1050 Black
Ducati Multistrada 1200s
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I didn't even take the MSF class yet.
"Piece of cake", just remember you're never as good as you think you are. Me too
JH
"It's not what I say that's important, it's what you hear" Red Auerbach
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I didn't even take the MSF class yet.
"Piece of cake", just remember you're never as good as you think you are. Me too
JH
I am going to take the class seriously and practice....practice........practice. I really look forward to the day when I can easily ride with my hubby. I know that will be awhile. One step at a time. ~*~ Painted Lady
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Congrats!
Got mine on 09/30/05. Won't ever forget that date. The TBA is a great bike and we all wish you the best of luck. Ride safely! Keep us posted!!
Ron
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Congrats Donna, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. I see from your artist site bio, your in Orange City?? You gonna be able to stop in or attend the rally in Okeechobee on the 20th?? Maybe just drive in for Sat nite and meet some of the folks from this site?
later, Tom.
But, what do I know?
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HOORAY and WAHOOOOOOO Donna!
What color did you choose?
When I got my America in August, I sent out a "Birth Announcement" via email, with pictures of course, to all my friends and family.
It's a perfect day to bring home a new motorcycle!
"Let your soul shine,
It's better than sunshine,
It's better than moonshine,
****** sure better than rain."
-ABB
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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20193.1 ...It is an '06 Triumph America.
So it's an '06 with over 20k miles on it? 
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congrads...,my 06 has been great..you will love it!
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I was kinda wondering if that was milage or the 'Star-date'  later, Tom.
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Yea Donna!!!
You're gonna love your new scooter. I believe your husband will get one too after he sees all the attention your bike gets, over his 'run-o-the mill' HD (yes, even a chopper). Learn your Triumph history, because you're gonna be asked a lot of questions and be caught up in seemingly endless conversations at gas stations.
Get to the meet & greet up at Lake Okeechobee (i never could spell that), and learn to ride in a small group. You can do it!!!
DON'T FORGET... POST SOME PICS OF THE NEW BABY, WITH YOU AND YOUR HUBBY. I love to see those smiles. I've still got mine after 5 years and 1 month.
Ride Safe,
Dennis
Triumph, it's how I live and what I ride.
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Congratulations. You are going to like that bike a lot, especially when you get all the attention and (..ahem..) others do not.
I took the MSF class to regain my MC license that I had let lapse. The class provided a 250 Suzuki, which I rode while my brand new Speedmaster sat home in the garage. It nearly killed me. It's all history now.
Cody
I was born a long ways from where I was supposed to be. - Bob Dylan
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WooHooo Donna. You'll love it. What color? (Silver goes faster) Don't forget to yank that AI off as soon as you get it. You may need to back those mixture screws out about a 1/2 turn as well. Then Ride, Ride, Paint, Ride, Think of a painting, Ride Paint , Ride.... You get the picture. 
06BA,-AI,NoBfls,K&NPods,TBS,155/45,2 3/4Out,SidGapPlgs,Wirsnbrs
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Congratulations Donna, take good of it and it will take good care of you. Post some pics of it looking all clean...
Ray(UK)
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You will love it. Just don't be afraid to go slowly on it till you have some experience. Just go slowly and get lots of experience... like ride it loads!!!
I guess that as you now have a little tank in your box next to your message...it's a red one...?
Gina
03 America - Pretty stock - except the TBS wheel... 
06 America - missing, presumed in bits. With it's TBS wheel... 
09 America - It's very blue....
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WhooHoo!
Congratulations!
Have fun, just pay attentiion in class.. you'll think they're going too fast with what they're tell you, but dont' worry. It'll all work.
Biggest thing... Look where you want to go...it works.
Congrats again.
Mary
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Congratuations 'Lady, you picked a great bike. What's her name and what color is she?
Steelheart- '03 Speedmaster Black/Yellow
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16" Shorties/140 mains/Airbox drilled
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Congrats Lady.
1.Rmemeber all cars are out to get you.
2.Set your own limits.Don't let anyone infuence you to ride beyound where you feel comfortable.
The percentage you're paying is too high-priced
While you're living beyond all your means
And the man in the suit has just bought a new car
From the profit he's made on your dreams
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Hi Donna, Congratulations on the new bike. An excellent choice and I am not prejudiced in any way! Sounds like you are a new rider? May I make a sugestion? Once you have passed your course, practice in your neighborhood and local parking lots to gain the handling experience you will need for the roads. Practice until shifting, braking, turning, stopping, etc. become second nature. It will make you a better rider.
"Never underestimate the power of human stupidity" - Robert Heinlein
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And read the new rider threads.
Steelheart- '03 Speedmaster Black/Yellow
The Hayabusa Killa
16" Shorties/140 mains/Airbox drilled
Procom CDI
"There is no cure for Celibacy. But we can treat the symptoms."
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Congratulations! You are going to have a blast.
~Topher
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