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wardie
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Hi everybody old member returning

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Hi this is Wardieone now just going by Wardie. Was a member a few years ago and brought my Rockster to the 05' Bash in Elkins, WVa.

Recently sold all my bikes including the Hayabusa and just purchased a very nice R 1100 RS .
Looking forward to chatting with all the members and maybe catching up with some old times at the Bash.
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Well, you're from before my time Wardie... but welcome home!
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Welcome back !.


We don't use the word "Old" here! Mature...seasoned... etc. are PC ! I am not participating in "Old". :lol:
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I'm overwhelmed by the outpouring of responses.......... thanks to the 2 that greeted me. Wardie
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Greetings from a new member! I just purchased a 2009 R1200R in Feb. I used to ride a R1200RT and before that a R1200C.

Welcome back!

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wardie wrote:I'm overwhelmed by the outpouring of responses.......... thanks to the 2 that greeted me. Wardie
I think it's because you're riding an 1100. These guys must think you're inferior or something... :lol:

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My bad for posting in a R 1200 R section. What can I say one number off?
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Wait wait!!! Am I too late to say hello?

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wardie wrote:My bad for posting in a R 1200 R section. What can I say one number off?
Now that I think about it, most of us are a little "off" too :lol:

Your number error can be easily corrected by a test ride.... :idea:
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Just sold my 01 Hayabusa that I had modded for touring..hard bags, centerstand, Corbin and more. I enjoy the R 1200's but had some tuff times in the corners with the K1200 and 1300 GT's . They could almost stay with me on top end but definitely wack me in the corners. I'm glad I'm back to puttering around on an ole' 94 1100 RS. No more traveling at light speed...I won't miss it or the cops. LOL Thanks for reply. Wardie
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