07/09/2026
Today's HOG spotlight is Eric Wade!
How I started out riding, never rode a motorcycle, but in 2007 was at Coziahr's HD. Had a couple friends with me.
Well this 02 Sportster was sitting near the door, grabbing my attention, sat down on it and picked it up off the kick stand. Said to my friends if I get approved to buy, I'll learn to ride this and see if I can overcome a fear. First one I learned on, changing things as I went. Kept this bike for 9 years. Then in 2016, I believe, I bought the 02 Ultra Classic from my friend Douglas Dukeman. Boy was that a jump for myself, almost thought it was too much. Loved the bike though and changed some things for my enjoyment. Come 2020 a new color caught my attention, Tahitian Teal, available on the Road Glide Standard for that year. Well with one of them coming to Coziahr, I had to get my hands on it. Personalizing it with what I felt was my version of a Limited. Enjoyed riding it for the almost 6 years till just 2026. Yeah during the 2026 Blessing of the Bikes. Tony had asked if I've rode one of the new bikes to feel how good they are with the improvements. Guess I just couldn't let go without trading in the 2020 Road Glide that day for the 2026 Road Glide Limited I took for a test ride. Was hooked on it right away. Almost 20 years of riding and I wouldn't change a thing with the people I've met and rode with. The adventures I've enjoyed and being a part of HOG
