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Re:Howdy from NW Oregon. 11 Months, 1 Week ago  
Thank you all for the warm welcome, I just got home from work, and yes..I took the Star, first night ride, wow, what awesome lights, wasn't worried about not seeing any deer, I had the entire highway lit up, then I flicked on the high beam...I'm impressed!!! to say the least..
 
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from Madera,Ca. 07 midnight
 
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Randy, from Ohio.
 
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from Michigan,the Midnightstars are faster!
 
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from the Sunny High Deserts of So. California
 
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