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tell ya what i"ll mull it over and keep it in mind.
That's all I ask.
Let me know when you get it. We'll ride together, and I'll
show you first hand the difference these simple performance
mods make. You'll be amazed, I was.
You are fortunate that you found this site before you even
got your bike. I only found it less than a year ago, and I
have an '03. I'm finally getting mine the way I want it, in
terms of looks, performance, and comfort. Man, do I wish I
found this place earlier!
Uncle Charlie
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Hey guys,
Add me to the list of new owners and a CT one at that. I'd be up for a ride most anytime. I'm just down the road from Charlie in Westport.
Mike
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Down the road? You're right next door!
Tell us about your bike. Where'd ya get it?
Have you considered the NorEast Rally?
We must get together and ride when the rain stops.
Uncle Charlie
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It's a silver/graphite TBA. Got it from Libby's in New Haven (seem like good folk). It's my first real bike (I don't count the Rebel). Learned how to ride this summer and am loving it. The wife bought a Harley so I need to give this puppy a bit more power. It feels great though.
I'll have to find out about the NorEast. I'd love to do it. Where in Norwalk Charlie? I'm right off exit 42.
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I guess you mean exit 42 off the parkway. I keep my bike in
my mom's garage 3 blocks from exit 38. I have a nice shop
with: compressor, air tools, grinder, drill press, Sears bike jack,
hydraulic lift, and lots of hand tools. If you need
a place to do service, or need help or advice, I'm sure we
can work together, and help each other out.
I live on my houseboat 4 blocks from exit 16 I95, with a view
of the Yankee Doodle Bridge between exits 15&16.
I know some nice places to ride.
Let's hook up,
Uncle Charlie
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onei, I saw a silver america with a sold sign on it at canton cycles on wed. was that yours? I would have thought someone would have said something about this big change when I was talking to them. I guess I better not wait until winter to get my warranty work done.
mike
some times the light's all shining on me
other times I can barely see
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Like was said b4 just ride, you may want to wait till next spring b4 addressing personalizing your TBA.
or you might want to ride until the first snow fall, and while we have sand, salt, ice and crud all over the road "make it your own." then come the season to be merry and rolling your scoot won't be on a lift somewhere awaiting parts.
mert
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Mmmm, silver and graphite. Beautiful. It might have talked me out of the Speedmaster. Mmmmm, sexy...
Kevin - Luceo Non Uro
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Thanks Charlie. Let's do it. I'll be out of touch for the weekend, but maybe we can work in a short ride next week.
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Perhaps an after work ride to the reservoir? Believe it or
not, I've never been there. I usually go up through
New Canaan into NY, for short rides.
It looks like this weekend is gonna be a wash-out.
Keep in touch,
Uncle Charlie
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the wife bought a hardley so i have to give this puppy some more power?????? hahahahahahahahahha you will beat that h.d without any mods,( minor carb tweaks at most) did she get a snortster???? hahahahahaah she dont have a prayer and your bike will still be runnin when hers is in the scrap heap hahahahahahaha look at the stats, you have the power my friend  !!!!! and welcome!!! 
ENJOY!!!!! NEWT!!!!!
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I saw a silver BA at Libby's when we were there earlier this year, first one I saw in person actually. Nice bike!
Benny
Black & Silver '02
Too many mods to list
Not enough miles ridden
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yeah mike that's mine had to be. only silver america they had in fact last one in stock. Got a call from them today.
all is set will be riding it wed morning.Cant wait. T minus 4 days and counting.
Gonna take the old honda for one last cruse monday if the weathers good......then hand the keys to the old girl to my son.
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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if my current wife bought a hardy.....she'd soon be my second ex... just kidding.
I am trying to convince the current Mrs Onei to get her licence so i dont have to carry her...told her if she got it i buy her a Royal Enfield.
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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Hey Benny, I remember that bike at Libbys. I stuck my old gum under the gas tank.
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Hmmmmmm note to self check under tank for old gum...incase dealers move bikes around......
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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the wife bought a hardley so i have to give this puppy some more power?????? hahahahahahahahahha you will beat that h.d without any mods,( minor carb tweaks at most) did she get a snortster???? hahahahahaah she dont have a prayer and your bike will still be runnin when hers is in the scrap heap hahahahahahaha look at the stats, you have the power my friend !!!!! and welcome!!!
Thanks. That's what I wanted to hear. But she's got a 1200 Snortster so this might take some work. Needless to say, this situation is unacceptable. 
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Had the bike a week now, just hit 300 miles now will sombody tell me where the hell is 6th gear?
Now for a serious question...i plan to remove AI as sugjested right after 600 mile service. Can I expect any
other benifit form this besides preventing "Blue pipe syndrome"?
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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Just the satisfaction of tinkering: the first of many to follow  . Mike Sr.
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Put an 18T sprocket on too!! One GREAT benefit of the AI removal is what someone else said, it is like tinkering 101. The beginners course. You have to take off the seat and tank, and before you know it you'll be doing that in 5 minutes.
Benny
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Too many mods to list
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