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CwoBilly

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I'm an old Soldier new to riding. I picked up an 03 Softail Standard Anniversary. Here is a picture of Betty, don’t know what I’m going to do with her, at the moment I’m just having a good time learning to ride the (EDIT) out of her.
 
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thanks...trying to figure out why my pic won’t post...

First, congrats on your new toy, second, be careful especially if you are new to riding 90% of the time it's the other guy.
I think there is a certain amount of posts you have to have made before you can post pictures, I believe 5 is the number.
 
Welcome to our world. I suggest finding an empty parking lot and practicing the basics. Find and use the friction zone of your clutch (that's where it starts and finishes grabbing). Learn how to take off in an immediate turn, how to ride slow with your feet on the pegs (not too slow, yet). Learn that front brake, it's 70% of your stopping power. Can also put you down quick! 2018 will be my 59th year on two wheels, and I'm still learning things.
 
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