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My new Toy
#526684 08/30/2013 6:33 PM
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Some of you may remember me, some of you may not. I totaled my 07 speedmaster some years ago. I have been having trouble getting back on the bike and dealing with PTSD, I am now ready to put all that behind me and I have purchased a 2007 Bonneville.


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ScottS #526685 08/30/2013 7:03 PM
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Welcome back. Hope the best for the PTSD. Sharp bike, 'speshly the side bag !


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ScottS #526686 08/30/2013 9:23 PM
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thats gotta be the best therapy possible. and thats the right color too.


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newt #526687 08/30/2013 10:42 PM
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Nice bike....+1 on that side bag!


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devfan82 #526688 08/30/2013 11:08 PM
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Motor therapy is very good. And waaaay cheaper than the professionals. Good riding to ya!


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arstaren #526689 08/30/2013 11:47 PM
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Good looking bike Scott! Hope you're well.


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KaiserSoze #526690 08/31/2013 12:31 AM
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Welcome back and sweet bike! Riding is the best therapy for anything that ails you. Ride safe!


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ScottS #526691 08/31/2013 7:08 AM
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4 years ago...I bet you have some "Chicks dig scars" scars now, what with all the road rash you had on your arms, chest, legs and stomach. I bet that was a living hell getting over all that trauma. Nice to hear from you and to see your new ride! Now do us all a favor and wear a lid and long pants will ya! Had any of us old guys wrecked like you did, well, suffice it say we aren't yutes like you anymore!





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moe #526692 08/31/2013 8:13 AM
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Nice. Great colors too. And, good, good for you taking the direct approach and getting back up on two wheels. Take it easy until you hone that skill set back into shape and enjoy.


A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
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ScottS #526693 08/31/2013 11:19 PM
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Quote:

Some of you may remember me, some of you may not. I totaled my 07 speedmaster some years ago. I have been having trouble getting back on the bike and dealing with PTSD, I am now ready to put all that behind me and I have purchased a 2007 Bonneville.





Very Nice! Ride safe brother!


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ScottS #526694 09/01/2013 1:13 AM
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From what Moe said, you sustained some serious injuries and have my respect and admiration for getting back on a bike. Congratulations on your new ride!!


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chopperpaul #526695 09/02/2013 1:50 PM
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Thanks for the complements and encouragement guys! I am not having anxiety as bad as I thought I would. I still have trouble on the highway with other cars around me. I am doing great on the back roads and going super slow in the twistys for now. In due time I should be back to trusting the tires and the road.

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Scott, I'm really glad you're back on two wheels, brother! She's a beauty!


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chopperpaul #526697 02/10/2014 7:31 PM
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A new Triumph is the best way to get over any issue. That's a cool color for the Bonneville.


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