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Re:Picked up my new Road Star this weekend! 1 Year, 6 Months ago  
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Welcome to the Clinic. Hope you enjoy your bike. I think a Roadie is the BEST.
 
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Rob. You will find a lot of assistance here on how to spend your money. Your first assignment is to figure out how to post a pic of your new ride.
 
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There's no loss for ideas here at the Clinic...

Welcome.



Rich Yeah, Rich's bike is a prime example!
 
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