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Dr. Dolittle · Sep 25th, 2009, 11:51 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by hdrocks View Post

reading the posts here for last few weeks, it seems to me that HD riders show tough images but many occasions, talk about ending up in dog hous by mrs. i did my shares by surprsing my mrs first with motorcycle license, first used sportster and then a new one this year. All three times, she found out when i got home. I know when next year comes around or year after that, I will be dreaming about dyna, softtail,etc..how do you guys handle this? just do it and worry later approach like i did?

Not a great idea. You got away with it several times already so I wouldn't push my luck. What's more important, a motorcycle or your marriage? I would gradually talk about why you're thinking of moving up to a bigger bike (more comfortable for her, right) and mention the Sportster trade up program where you'll get every penny you paid for your new Sporty. Definitely include her in the decision and let her pick out some gear so she feels like she's an important part of the whole process.

Geesh, i wish I'd followed my own advice a year and a half ago. It sounds great as I'm typing it now!

Sep 25th, 2009, 11:51 AM	#5
Dr. Dolittle Moderators Join Date: Feb 1st, 2008 Location: Woodstock, Georgia Posts: 6,219 My Mood:	Re: my mrs will not be happy yet again, thinking about it... Quote: Originally Posted by hdrocks View Post reading the posts here for last few weeks, it seems to me that HD riders show tough images but many occasions, talk about ending up in dog hous by mrs. i did my shares by surprsing my mrs first with motorcycle license, first used sportster and then a new one this year. All three times, she found out when i got home. I know when next year comes around or year after that, I will be dreaming about dyna, softtail,etc..how do you guys handle this? just do it and worry later approach like i did? Not a great idea. You got away with it several times already so I wouldn't push my luck. What's more important, a motorcycle or your marriage? I would gradually talk about why you're thinking of moving up to a bigger bike (more comfortable for her, right) and mention the Sportster trade up program where you'll get every penny you paid for your new Sporty. Definitely include her in the decision and let her pick out some gear so she feels like she's an important part of the whole process. Geesh, i wish I'd followed my own advice a year and a half ago. It sounds great as I'm typing it now! __________________ 2008 Street Glide - Dobeck GEN3 EJK - SE Slip Ons - SE Stage I A/C - Hogtunes amp, speakers, and tweeter pod