Road Star Clinic - Forum List - Road Star Clinic Forum

	Road Star Clinic Forum	Forum Show latest posts Rules

Welcome, Guest
Please Login or Register. Lost Password?

Announcements:
If you are wondering why a post has been edited or deleted, do not post asking why it was moderated. Check with a Forum moderator via PM. Forum moderation is not up for public debate and such posts will be deleted....more Please check your SigPic to ensure it meets our new guidelines. Details in this Post


Forum	Topics	Replies	Last Post
Announcements/Read This First Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	12	28	Re:New Sig Pic Rules by Curt \| 11/27/2009 09:35
Introductions If your new to the Clinic, please take a moment and introduce yourself! Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	1028	21129	Re:Another new owner - long time rider by stickplayer \| Today 00:37
Pics of My Ride Post pics of your bike, or links to your personal bike website! Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	535	7819	Re:Couple changes today - by Greysnake \| 02/06/2010 00:00
Non Motorcycle Topics Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	2069	30366	Re:clutch plates by Greysnake \| Yesterday 23:11
Bike Talk All discussions that do not fit into one of our other forum categories belong here Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	6039	64727	Burly Beach Bars?? by GJCARVING \| Yesterday 23:50
Rides, Meets, Events Planning a ride? Looking for someone to ride with? Post here so folks can find it. Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	232	3501	Re:Central Valley (CA) Meet & Greet? by GDMurf \| Yesterday 22:46
Miscellaneous Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	2293	27985	Re:Roadstar 1 - HD 0 ...again by Mark7 \| Yesterday 23:38
Vendors and Dealers Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	215	2337	Re:I need stock windshield mounts..or is it Silverado by DrumDon \| 02/02/2010 17:55


Forum	Topics	Replies	Last Post
Maintenance Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	770	8294	Re:Jack Stands by stickplayer \| Today 00:35
Jetting Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	962	8843	Re:Where To Go From Here? by Rayjay \| Yesterday 12:45
Electrical/Electronics Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	515	5180	Re:C.D.I. by Mr_Shamrock \| 02/07/2010 15:15
Body/Frame Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	588	6337	Re:Is a Exposed Primary belt possible? by Deedot \| Yesterday 22:43
Bolt Ons Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	838	8938	Re:Memphis Shades Joke Bat-wing Fairing by kaisayson \| Yesterday 19:30
Tech Tips Figure something out you think others should know about? Please post it here. But watch out! We might ask you to author an article about it... Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	232	2230	Re:Front hub measurements by The Gardener \| 02/07/2010 16:20
Technical Discussions Questions and Discussions about the technical aspects of Road Stars go here Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	2555	22444	Re:I just bought my first roadstar...I'm lost by Greysnake \| Yesterday 23:23
Article Discussions This forum holds discussions/questions/comments about articles contained on the Road Star Clinic website Moderators: Big Bear RoadieFF smhowse Curt Flashback PapaTom Mark7	170	1526	Re:Changing your oil is easy by texasscott1 \| 01/24/2010 14:38

Road Star Clinic Forum Forum Stats
Total Users: 8843 Latest Member: iFUX Total Messages: 250525 Total Subjects: 19805 Total Sections: 5 Total Categories: 23 Today Open: 0 Yesterday Open: 17 Today Total Answer: 2 Yesterday Total Answer: 235 » View Recent Posts » More About Stats » User List


- New Posts - No New Posts	- Forum is locked

get the latest posts directly to your desktop

...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... ...................................................................... -->

New Forum Posts
In: Introductions, 2/8/2010, 13 replies Subject: Another new owner - long time rider stickplayer: Hey y'all! Just bought a pretty customized 99 roadie (15K miles!). Reasonably tasteful custom paint, chrome, ape-hangers, custom made seat etc. Pics eventually! Was riding a 99 ACE 750 I'd put a ... Latest reply, 2/9/2010 stickplayer: LOL! Doubt it's the oldest but here ya go: 004001Another new owner - long time rider 14 posts, last by: stickplayer In: Maintenance, 10/18/2009, 31 replies Subject: Jack Stands dchandler60: I know quite alot you have various jackstands for service, I`m leaning towards the J&S http://www.jsjacks.com/index.htm VS the yellow sears. For those of you that have the sears can you do what these guys ... Latest reply, 2/9/2010 stickplayer: Whu huh? So I go to Sears.com and don't see no red and yellow stuff, but there are some interesting ones ...Jack Stands 32 posts, last by: stickplayer In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010 Subject: Burly Beach Bars?? GJCARVING: Anybody have the Burly Brand Beach Bars on their bike? There are both a 1'' and a 1.25'', and would like to find pics of both if possible. I have a Starbar and a Nostalgia Bar, and have only pre fit ... Burly Beach Bars?? new topic by: GJCARVING In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2010, 7 replies Subject: Roadstar 1 - HD 0 ...again VikingWarhorse: NO Im not bashin'. Just relating what happened today. So Im toolin along on I-95 today when I see a bike comin up on me in my mirror. Dude on an early model Softail pulls along side of me. Guess we was ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Mark7: Feels good to puff out your chest a little. We men rarely get to do that very much these days. I'd have ...Roadstar 1 - HD 0 ...again 8 posts, last by: Mark7 In: Bike Talk, 2/6/2010, 7 replies Subject: It was a good day Roadstarnewbie2009: Well I finally got a good full day in on my R* winter makeover. Re- Jetted the carb and got it back on and drilled out the stock airbox w/K&N, Did some re-wireing installing a fuse box under the seat and ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Greysnake: Sounds like a really good day:laugh: Congrats on the good job.:) I like that two tone paint.It was a good day 8 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Technical Discussions, 2/6/2010, 38 replies Subject: I just bought my first roadstar...I'm lost YamiStar03: Hello, I'm new to the roadstar and this forum. I just bought my 03 Roadstar 1600 from a guy for 5800. It is beatiful! Unfortunately I get it home on the trailer(and yes I test drove it) I pull the choke ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Greysnake: :welcome: Hope you got it going. :popcorn: :popcorn: Oh and make sure the kill switch is in the run ...I just bought my first roadstar...I'm lost 39 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2010, 11 replies Subject: clutch plates mtirider: Hey All, I'm gearing up to put ina Barons clutch plate and springs. Does anyone have any feedback on how much milage you should get out of a stock set of friction/metal plates with moderate driving (no ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Greysnake: Over 43,000 miles and still going strong. Thought about doing the pressure plate and springs this year.:)clutch plates 12 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/6/2010, 32 replies Subject: She let's me be the BOSS.....YEEEES. Emu@Oz: I received a birthday card from my lovely wife this morning....The card has a badge attached that says that I'm the BOSS around here.:P :rolleyes: Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Greysnake: Happy Birthday there mate.;) Sorry I'm late with this but you know what age does to you:laugh: :laugh: ...She let's me be the BOSS.....YEEEES. 33 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 5 replies Subject: Anyone have a pic of a R* with BLACK forks?? TROB: would like to see what it looks like. Latest reply, 2/8/2010 jamie99roadstar: Thanks Rich. :)Anyone have a pic of a R* with BLACK forks?? 6 posts, last by: jamie99roadstar In: Miscellaneous, 2/7/2010, 35 replies Subject: 2010 Star calendar takehikes: got my calendar yesterday, what a disappointment. Only one bike in there that I thought was worth a darn and it was a V-star. Everyone of them was a damn bar bike!!! 2 of them in no way could you ride. ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 jamie99roadstar: I'll add another penny to that. I think it would look good on the cover.2010 Star calendar 36 posts, last by: jamie99roadstar In: Rides, Meets, Events, 1/20/2010, 38 replies Subject: Central Valley (CA) Meet & Greet? DrumDon: OK those of us in California's Central Valley - maybe anywhere from Bakersfield to Stockton - should all get together for some rumblin and ramblin. So far there's myself, 6hrtbt3, Murf, and pvrider that ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 GDMurf: Yep, I'll be there. Might have one or two buds with. One has a RS the other a Honda. If that's ok ...Central Valley (CA) Meet & Greet? 39 posts, last by: GDMurf In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/7/2010, 50 replies Subject: Half time... the Who Lakecharles: Maybe it is because I was never a follower of the Who... but with the exception of the light show... did anyone else think that was brutal?:ohmy: Latest reply, 2/8/2010 PapaTom: Just wait. Next year it'll be Bob Dylan. :pinch:Half time... the Who 51 posts, last by: PapaTom In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2010, 13 replies Subject: Is a Exposed Primary belt possible? FIREFIGHTERROADSTAR: Hey just wonderin is it possible to have a exposed primary belt on a roadstar without going full out custom or not. I love the look and think it would fit the look of my bike good but dont know enough ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Deedot: Oh BB - that sucks!!!!:( Now that you know, - no reason for that to happen again, huh? :woohoo: ...Is a Exposed Primary belt possible? 14 posts, last by: Deedot In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 5 replies Subject: Update Pictures of Kaidallac Junior!!!! kaisayson: The Kaidallac Senior is my R2003 Roadstar. So kaidallac jumior is my VStar 1100. I bought this Vstar around mid Sep 09. I paid $5000.00 for her and she is a 2005 with under 4000 miles. This is what ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 PapaTom: kai that is one sharp looking scoot. The fairing is a nice touch.Update Pictures of Kaidallac Junior!!!! 6 posts, last by: PapaTom In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/6/2010, 20 replies Subject: Rain Gear rsc: I've yet to get stuck in the rain, but It's probably only a matter of time. Any ideas on the best rain gear to get. I want something that will fold up into a small package that won't take up a lot of ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Big Bear: Stupid and cheap go hand in hand. Well I'm cheap.........so does that make me stupid?:blink: ...Rain Gear 21 posts, last by: Big Bear In: Rides, Meets, Events, 2/6/2010, 10 replies Subject: ORDER 2010 Stockport M&G T-Shirts HERE!!! Schatzie: Finally!:cheer: :cheer: :cheer: The time is drawing near for the 2010 Meet & Greet in Stockport. It's time to order your shirts! The deadline for your order with payment is March 31:) It's going ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Pablo: Paypal $$ sent, PM sent. Thanks!ORDER 2010 Stockport M&G T-Shirts HERE!!! 11 posts, last by: Pablo In: Miscellaneous, 2/6/2010, 22 replies Subject: Black Gloves Rant Tealw1: So I wore a hole in the palm of my gloves. No problem, time for a new pair. I go to the shop where I bought them and they no longer have plain black gloves.:angry: :angry: All they have are these armored, ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Darn: great link, looks like I might be able to replace my favorite gloves!Black Gloves Rant 23 posts, last by: Darn In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2010, 5 replies Subject: Sportster tank on a Roadie WITH PICTURES takehikes: following link to some newer pictures of the work I am doing. Lots more to come, progress is slow and pictures even slower: http://picasaweb.google.com/takehikes/Chop# Latest reply, 2/8/2010 takehikes: I'm going as narrow as possible so the seat works in that direction. Actaully when the sissy bar is on ...Sportster tank on a Roadie WITH PICTURES 6 posts, last by: takehikes In: Technical Discussions, 2/8/2010, 7 replies Subject: Drive Pulley (31T) rvrrunner: New to the forum and just bought a 1999 RS with 3900 actual miles! I've changed gearing on previous bikes with good results but curious if this is required on the RS. Can someone direct me to the thread ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 rand1965: welcome to the clinic. sent you a pm Drive Pulley (31T) 8 posts, last by: rand1965 In: Bolt Ons, 8/12/2009, 54 replies Subject: Memphis Shades Joke Bat-wing Fairing MS1700: So I ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 kaisayson: MS1700, I have quick release too, yours is different? KaiMemphis Shades Joke Bat-wing Fairing 55 posts, last by: kaisayson In: Body/Frame, 2/7/2010, 17 replies Subject: windshield old guy: Was wondering about windshield what you would recommend would like to be able to remove it from time to time that would be my first mod 08 road star s . Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Roadstarnewbie2009: Silverado Shield. I just upgraded mine to the Silverado Wide shield(3" wider) Excellent coverage. Highly ...windshield 18 posts, last by: Roadstarnewbie2009 In: Bike Talk, 2/7/2010, 22 replies Subject: Aped finally Rubber Duck: Finally got my apes installed,wired internally kid of a pain but not too bad and definately worth the extra time.Am going to try to post a pic.Pic did not work,guess I'm SOL cause I cant figure out how ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 jamie99roadstar: I dunno... I think his film got overexposed or something. Come on, you guys don't want ...Aped finally 23 posts, last by: jamie99roadstar In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 7 replies Subject: BAK question - or stock air box with K&N TROB: we are looking at a BAK for Tabatha's bike and she asked me if a K&N filter in the stock airbox would give the same performance as the BAK. I didn't know the answer, so does anyone know? thanks tommy Latest reply, 2/8/2010 TROB: i will, he said he only opened the package to take the pictures for ebay, so it should have everything. ThanksBAK question - or stock air box with K&N 8 posts, last by: TROB In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 4 replies Subject: Those with lowered forks, I need some info fireman922: Hiya, According to specs, stock fork travel is 5.5 inches. If you have installed lowering springs or used some other technique to lower the front, does that shorten the fork travel (to say 4.5) or does ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 jamie99roadstar: When you have the front end totally bottomed out, the fender shouldn't hit the lower tree. At least they ...Those with lowered forks, I need some info 5 posts, last by: jamie99roadstar In: Bike Talk, 2/7/2010, 6 replies Subject: why not an oil light? jbiv: Why the heck did they deecide not to add a low oil pressure warning light or add that to the engine light's duty's? Seems that would be a priority on any engine especially an air cooled one that relys ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Clifford: It would be simple to hook up an idiot light or a pressure gage; however, neither one does much good! ...why not an oil light? 7 posts, last by: Clifford In: Technical Discussions, 2/7/2010, 17 replies Subject: R* issues greyphart: I'm trying to get together an an article (?) about the R's inherent problems and solutions by year (like the tranny situation in the 99 -03 recall/dealer fix or the SVS issue-seafoam/ream out in the 04's ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Darn: Hmmmmm haven't experienced "plain old pissing fuel out when pressure builds up due to heat" Must ...R issues 18 posts, last by: Darn In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 2 replies Subject: Help on braided lines Tabs: I know I brought this up before but I am wanted to replace my stock brake and clutch lines with the steel braided lines.:woohoo: I never replaced these before so I am not sure the best site to order them, ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 Clifford: I can get you the cables for $31.25 each for the throttle and $43.45 for the clutch plus shipping. ...Help on braided lines 3 posts, last by: Clifford In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/7/2010, 12 replies Subject: iso grips rejrichard: looking at getting ISO grips and wondering if when I order them if I have to order some that are specific for the road star or are they a universal fit. Also anyone know where one can find them for a ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 old dog: I think you are looking for these,http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kuryakyn-ISO-Grips-Yamaha-Road-Star-RoadStar-1700_W0QQitemZ350309546092QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotorcycles_Parts_Accessories?hash=item519013786c free ...iso grips 13 posts, last by: old dog In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2010, 3 replies Subject: EFM auto clutch takehikes: any body have one of these? Interested in performance and your impressions. Latest reply, 2/8/2010 takehikes: nah I can pull it just fine but I'm looking at going back to a jockey shift and that auto clutch would ...EFM auto clutch 4 posts, last by: takehikes In: Body/Frame, 2/5/2010, 6 replies Subject: Who's has H-D Heritage handlebars on their R? BigBoyinMS: I remember someone mentioned mounting a set of the early Harley Heritage bars on their Roadie. I have a set off of a '92 Heritage that I may want to try but I'd like to hear from someone that has used ... Latest reply, 2/8/2010 ghostrider69: If I get a set of 10" Apes, will I have to change any cables if I use stock risers? Also, will any 10" ...Who's has H-D Heritage handlebars on their R? 7 posts, last by: ghostrider69

New Forum Posts

In: Introductions, 2/8/2010, 13 replies
Subject: Another new owner - long time rider
stickplayer: Hey y'all! Just bought a pretty customized 99 roadie (15K miles!). Reasonably tasteful custom paint, chrome, ape-hangers, custom made seat etc. Pics eventually! Was riding a 99 ACE 750 I'd put a ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2010
stickplayer: LOL! Doubt it's the oldest but here ya go: 004001Another new owner - long time rider

14 posts, last by:

stickplayer

In: Maintenance, 10/18/2009, 31 replies
Subject: Jack Stands
dchandler60: I know quite alot you have various jackstands for service, I`m leaning towards the J&S http://www.jsjacks.com/index.htm VS the yellow sears. For those of you that have the sears can you do what these guys ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2010
stickplayer: Whu huh? So I go to Sears.com and don't see no red and yellow stuff, but there are some interesting ones ...Jack Stands

32 posts, last by:

stickplayer

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010
Subject: Burly Beach Bars??
GJCARVING: Anybody have the Burly Brand Beach Bars on their bike? There are both a 1'' and a 1.25'', and would like to find pics of both if possible. I have a Starbar and a Nostalgia Bar, and have only pre fit ...
Burly Beach Bars??

new topic by:

GJCARVING

In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2010, 7 replies
Subject: Roadstar 1 - HD 0 ...again
VikingWarhorse: NO Im not bashin'. Just relating what happened today. So Im toolin along on I-95 today when I see a bike comin up on me in my mirror. Dude on an early model Softail pulls along side of me. Guess we was ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Mark7: Feels good to puff out your chest a little. We men rarely get to do that very much these days. I'd have ...Roadstar 1 - HD 0 ...again

8 posts, last by:

Mark7

In: Bike Talk, 2/6/2010, 7 replies
Subject: It was a good day
Roadstarnewbie2009: Well I finally got a good full day in on my R* winter makeover. Re- Jetted the carb and got it back on and drilled out the stock airbox w/K&N, Did some re-wireing installing a fuse box under the seat and ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Greysnake: Sounds like a really good day:laugh: Congrats on the good job.:) I like that two tone paint.It was a good day

8 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Technical Discussions, 2/6/2010, 38 replies
Subject: I just bought my first roadstar...I'm lost
YamiStar03: Hello, I'm new to the roadstar and this forum. I just bought my 03 Roadstar 1600 from a guy for 5800. It is beatiful! Unfortunately I get it home on the trailer(and yes I test drove it) I pull the choke ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Greysnake: :welcome: Hope you got it going. :popcorn: :popcorn: Oh and make sure the kill switch is in the run ...I just bought my first roadstar...I'm lost

39 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2010, 11 replies
Subject: clutch plates
mtirider: Hey All, I'm gearing up to put ina Barons clutch plate and springs. Does anyone have any feedback on how much milage you should get out of a stock set of friction/metal plates with moderate driving (no ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Greysnake: Over 43,000 miles and still going strong. Thought about doing the pressure plate and springs this year.:)clutch plates

12 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/6/2010, 32 replies
Subject: She let's me be the BOSS.....YEEEES.
Emu@Oz: I received a birthday card from my lovely wife this morning....The card has a badge attached that says that I'm the BOSS around here.:P :rolleyes:

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Greysnake: Happy Birthday there mate.;) Sorry I'm late with this but you know what age does to you:laugh: :laugh: ...She let's me be the BOSS.....YEEEES.

33 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Anyone have a pic of a R* with BLACK forks??
TROB: would like to see what it looks like.

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
jamie99roadstar: Thanks Rich. :)Anyone have a pic of a R* with BLACK forks??

6 posts, last by:

jamie99roadstar

In: Miscellaneous, 2/7/2010, 35 replies
Subject: 2010 Star calendar
takehikes: got my calendar yesterday, what a disappointment. Only one bike in there that I thought was worth a darn and it was a V-star. Everyone of them was a damn bar bike!!! 2 of them in no way could you ride. ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
jamie99roadstar: I'll add another penny to that. I think it would look good on the cover.2010 Star calendar

36 posts, last by:

jamie99roadstar

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 1/20/2010, 38 replies
Subject: Central Valley (CA) Meet & Greet?
DrumDon: OK those of us in California's Central Valley - maybe anywhere from Bakersfield to Stockton - should all get together for some rumblin and ramblin. So far there's myself, 6hrtbt3, Murf, and pvrider that ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
GDMurf: Yep, I'll be there. Might have one or two buds with. One has a RS the other a Honda. If that's ok ...Central Valley (CA) Meet & Greet?

39 posts, last by:

GDMurf

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/7/2010, 50 replies
Subject: Half time... the Who
Lakecharles: Maybe it is because I was never a follower of the Who... but with the exception of the light show... did anyone else think that was brutal?:ohmy:

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
PapaTom: Just wait. Next year it'll be Bob Dylan. :pinch:Half time... the Who

51 posts, last by:

PapaTom

In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2010, 13 replies
Subject: Is a Exposed Primary belt possible?
FIREFIGHTERROADSTAR: Hey just wonderin is it possible to have a exposed primary belt on a roadstar without going full out custom or not. I love the look and think it would fit the look of my bike good but dont know enough ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Deedot: Oh BB - that sucks!!!!:( Now that you know, - no reason for that to happen again, huh? :woohoo: ...Is a Exposed Primary belt possible?

14 posts, last by:

Deedot

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Update Pictures of Kaidallac Junior!!!!
kaisayson: The Kaidallac Senior is my R2003 Roadstar. So kaidallac jumior is my VStar 1100. I bought this Vstar around mid Sep 09. I paid $5000.00 for her and she is a 2005 with under 4000 miles. This is what ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
PapaTom: kai that is one sharp looking scoot. The fairing is a nice touch.Update Pictures of Kaidallac Junior!!!!

6 posts, last by:

PapaTom

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/6/2010, 20 replies
Subject: Rain Gear
rsc: I've yet to get stuck in the rain, but It's probably only a matter of time. Any ideas on the best rain gear to get. I want something that will fold up into a small package that won't take up a lot of ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Big Bear: Stupid and cheap go hand in hand. Well I'm cheap.........so does that make me stupid?:blink: ...Rain Gear

21 posts, last by:

Big Bear

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 2/6/2010, 10 replies
Subject: ORDER 2010 Stockport M&G T-Shirts HERE!!!
Schatzie: Finally!:cheer: :cheer: :cheer: The time is drawing near for the 2010 Meet & Greet in Stockport. It's time to order your shirts! The deadline for your order with payment is March 31:) It's going ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Pablo: Paypal $$ sent, PM sent. Thanks!ORDER 2010 Stockport M&G T-Shirts HERE!!!

11 posts, last by:

Pablo

In: Miscellaneous, 2/6/2010, 22 replies
Subject: Black Gloves Rant
Tealw1: So I wore a hole in the palm of my gloves. No problem, time for a new pair. I go to the shop where I bought them and they no longer have plain black gloves.:angry: :angry: All they have are these armored, ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Darn: great link, looks like I might be able to replace my favorite gloves!Black Gloves Rant

23 posts, last by:

Darn

In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Sportster tank on a Roadie WITH PICTURES
takehikes: following link to some newer pictures of the work I am doing. Lots more to come, progress is slow and pictures even slower: http://picasaweb.google.com/takehikes/Chop#

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
takehikes: I'm going as narrow as possible so the seat works in that direction. Actaully when the sissy bar is on ...Sportster tank on a Roadie WITH PICTURES

6 posts, last by:

takehikes

In: Technical Discussions, 2/8/2010, 7 replies
Subject: Drive Pulley (31T)
rvrrunner: New to the forum and just bought a 1999 RS with 3900 actual miles! I've changed gearing on previous bikes with good results but curious if this is required on the RS. Can someone direct me to the thread ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
rand1965: welcome to the clinic. sent you a pm Drive Pulley (31T)

8 posts, last by:

rand1965

In: Bolt Ons, 8/12/2009, 54 replies
Subject: Memphis Shades Joke Bat-wing Fairing
MS1700: So I ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
kaisayson: MS1700, I have quick release too, yours is different? KaiMemphis Shades Joke Bat-wing Fairing

55 posts, last by:

kaisayson

In: Body/Frame, 2/7/2010, 17 replies
Subject: windshield
old guy: Was wondering about windshield what you would recommend would like to be able to remove it from time to time that would be my first mod 08 road star s .

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Roadstarnewbie2009: Silverado Shield. I just upgraded mine to the Silverado Wide shield(3" wider) Excellent coverage. Highly ...windshield

18 posts, last by:

Roadstarnewbie2009

In: Bike Talk, 2/7/2010, 22 replies
Subject: Aped finally
Rubber Duck: Finally got my apes installed,wired internally kid of a pain but not too bad and definately worth the extra time.Am going to try to post a pic.Pic did not work,guess I'm SOL cause I cant figure out how ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
jamie99roadstar: I dunno... I think his film got overexposed or something. Come on, you guys don't want ...Aped finally

23 posts, last by:

jamie99roadstar

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 7 replies
Subject: BAK question - or stock air box with K&N
TROB: we are looking at a BAK for Tabatha's bike and she asked me if a K&N filter in the stock airbox would give the same performance as the BAK. I didn't know the answer, so does anyone know? thanks tommy

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
TROB: i will, he said he only opened the package to take the pictures for ebay, so it should have everything. ThanksBAK question - or stock air box with K&N

8 posts, last by:

TROB

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 4 replies
Subject: Those with lowered forks, I need some info
fireman922: Hiya, According to specs, stock fork travel is 5.5 inches. If you have installed lowering springs or used some other technique to lower the front, does that shorten the fork travel (to say 4.5) or does ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
jamie99roadstar: When you have the front end totally bottomed out, the fender shouldn't hit the lower tree. At least they ...Those with lowered forks, I need some info

5 posts, last by:

jamie99roadstar

In: Bike Talk, 2/7/2010, 6 replies
Subject: why not an oil light?
jbiv: Why the heck did they deecide not to add a low oil pressure warning light or add that to the engine light's duty's? Seems that would be a priority on any engine especially an air cooled one that relys ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Clifford: It would be simple to hook up an idiot light or a pressure gage; however, neither one does much good! ...why not an oil light?

7 posts, last by:

Clifford

In: Technical Discussions, 2/7/2010, 17 replies
Subject: R* issues
greyphart: I'm trying to get together an an article (?) about the R*'s inherent problems and solutions by year (like the tranny situation in the 99 -03 recall/dealer fix or the SVS issue-seafoam/ream out in the 04's ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Darn: Hmmmmm haven't experienced "plain old pissing fuel out when pressure builds up due to heat" Must ...R* issues

18 posts, last by:

Darn

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2010, 2 replies
Subject: Help on braided lines
Tabs: I know I brought this up before but I am wanted to replace my stock brake and clutch lines with the steel braided lines.:woohoo: I never replaced these before so I am not sure the best site to order them, ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
Clifford: I can get you the cables for $31.25 each for the throttle and $43.45 for the clutch plus shipping. ...Help on braided lines

3 posts, last by:

Clifford

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/7/2010, 12 replies
Subject: iso grips
rejrichard: looking at getting ISO grips and wondering if when I order them if I have to order some that are specific for the road star or are they a universal fit. Also anyone know where one can find them for a ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
old dog: I think you are looking for these,http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Kuryakyn-ISO-Grips-Yamaha-Road-Star-RoadStar-1700_W0QQitemZ350309546092QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotorcycles_Parts_Accessories?hash=item519013786c free ...iso grips

13 posts, last by:

old dog

In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2010, 3 replies
Subject: EFM auto clutch
takehikes: any body have one of these? Interested in performance and your impressions.

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
takehikes: nah I can pull it just fine but I'm looking at going back to a jockey shift and that auto clutch would ...EFM auto clutch

4 posts, last by:

takehikes

In: Body/Frame, 2/5/2010, 6 replies
Subject: Who's has H-D Heritage handlebars on their R*?
BigBoyinMS: I remember someone mentioned mounting a set of the early Harley Heritage bars on their Roadie. I have a set off of a '92 Heritage that I may want to try but I'd like to hear from someone that has used ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2010
ghostrider69: If I get a set of 10" Apes, will I have to change any cables if I use stock risers? Also, will any 10" ...Who's has H-D Heritage handlebars on their R*?

7 posts, last by:

ghostrider69

The Road Star Clinic is a collaborative community of riders who archive and publish user contributed technical data about Yamaha Road Star motorcycles.

We also sponsor the creation and support of other community websites similar to our own. Inquiries about availability of a website for your community can be submitted to us via any "Contact Us" option on the Clinic.