Hi. I'm Mike from Maine.

Vulcan Mike · 11-17-2015, 10:55 PM

Hi. I'm new to the group. My name is Mike and I'm in S. Portland Maine. I'm a new (about 2 or so months) owner of a 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic. I've put about 2,500 miles on thus far, and it's been a trip. Getting used to a heavy bike is an interesting experience. I ride all year, so if anyone near me wants to ride, please let me know.
I'm in that part of life termed "retired" although I work a few hours 5 days a week as a caregiver to an older gentleman.
I write articles, although mostly about sailing, and am looking forward to getting enough experience to do so about riding.
I was a hot rodder a thousand years ago, but haven't done real work on an engine in a long, long time. And now I even have a carburetor once again. Go figure. With a choke no less!
Clearly, I've got much to learn and will appreciate any insight anyone can give.
I'm looking forward to the yearly get together where one can put a voice and face to the words. At any rate, hello to all.

OldSchool · 11-17-2015, 11:03 PM

Hi Mike! I think we met before. Welcome again

**ringadingh** · 11-17-2015, 11:51 PM

Welcome aboard!

lar · 11-18-2015, 12:48 AM

Welcome from New Hampshire.

Brydgy · 11-18-2015, 04:21 AM

Welcome from Ontario, Canada Mike. Started riding again after a 33 year hiatus and experiencing the same as you with the heavier bike. Feeling confident now and almost time to put it to sleep for the winter though. Keep riding and look where you want to go has been my training thus far.

Bud2rat · 11-18-2015, 05:33 AM

Welcome from southern NC.

Chuck A. · 11-18-2015, 05:43 AM

Big HOW YA'LL DOIN' from down hern in North Bama

**Framer** · 11-18-2015, 06:27 AM

Welcome from Oklahoma

Loafer · 11-18-2015, 06:28 AM

Welcome from the Green Mountain State, ride, ride, ride.

BandC · 11-18-2015, 07:31 AM

Welcome from Northern Minnesota!

RBurleson · 11-18-2015, 09:05 AM

Welcome from east Texas!

**JD Hog** · 11-18-2015, 10:31 AM

Welcome from Northern California.
Impressive mileage for just two months, keep up the good work

The Black Knight · 11-18-2015, 01:35 PM

Welcome from Italy!

**BudMan** · 11-18-2015, 10:38 PM

Welcome From Arkansas!

bigdave · 11-18-2015, 11:46 PM

Welcome from Western North Carolina

11-17-2015, 10:55 PM	#1
Vulcan Mike Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: S. Portland, Maine Posts: 8	Hi. I'm Mike from Maine. Hi. I'm new to the group. My name is Mike and I'm in S. Portland Maine. I'm a new (about 2 or so months) owner of a 2004 Vulcan 1500 Classic. I've put about 2,500 miles on thus far, and it's been a trip. Getting used to a heavy bike is an interesting experience. I ride all year, so if anyone near me wants to ride, please let me know. I'm in that part of life termed "retired" although I work a few hours 5 days a week as a caregiver to an older gentleman. I write articles, although mostly about sailing, and am looking forward to getting enough experience to do so about riding. I was a hot rodder a thousand years ago, but haven't done real work on an engine in a long, long time. And now I even have a carburetor once again. Go figure. With a choke no less! Clearly, I've got much to learn and will appreciate any insight anyone can give. I'm looking forward to the yearly get together where one can put a voice and face to the words. At any rate, hello to all. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-17-2015, 11:03 PM	#2
OldSchool Sr. Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Ballwin,MO. Posts: 1,542	Hi Mike! I think we met before. Welcome again __________________
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11-18-2015, 04:21 AM	#5
Brydgy Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada Posts: 115	Welcome from Ontario, Canada Mike. Started riding again after a 33 year hiatus and experiencing the same as you with the heavier bike. Feeling confident now and almost time to put it to sleep for the winter though. Keep riding and look where you want to go has been my training thus far. __________________ Brydgy 2003 Nomad 1500Fi V & H pipes MS Batwing Meanie spring with Judges washers Phat risers ‘97 Royal Star rear fender rack Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-18-2015, 05:33 AM	#6
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11-18-2015, 06:27 AM	#8
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