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In: Bolt Ons, 2/3/2012, 5 replies
Subject: Roadliner/Stratoliner front wheel swap
signal20k9: Ok so I picked up a Stratoliner wheel today, a take off complete with bearings and rotors! My question is this. Is the front wheel swap as easy as removing the axle, removing the my stock cast wheel, putting ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
signal20k9: Yeah I got your email Rphazen and thanks to you and nightrider!:) Next question is what about the ...Roadliner/Stratoliner front wheel swap
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signal20k9
In: Bike Talk, 2/2/2012, 9 replies
Subject: Another fairing question.
Roger7886: First off, this forum is great, been a long time reader, but never had the need to post. And thanks guys for figuring out my registration problems :laugh: But I just recieved my reckless fairing and ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Shaggyone: i installed the 5 1/4 inch Polk marine speakers and had to dremel the holes out a bit. as mentioned ...Another fairing question.
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Shaggyone
In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/3/2012, 2 replies
Subject: TOP TEN SIGNS YOU'VE JOINED A REDNECK H.M.O.
norsseman: 10. Your Viagra prescription includes a Popsicle stick and some duct tape 9. The only 100% covered expense is embalming 8. Your Prozac comes in colors and has little "m"s on each pill 7. Preventive ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
saab9k: :laugh: :laugh:TOP TEN SIGNS YOU'VE JOINED A REDNECK H.M.O.
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saab9k
In: Maintenance, 2/3/2012, 5 replies
Subject: OEM K&N Air Filter
LuDogStar: I am looking to replace my stock air filter with the OEM K&N filter for my 2005 and I plan to run the stock exhaust for a while. Will this require any carb ajustment?
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
LuDogStar: Actually the reason I am going with the OEM K&N is because I like the stock "1\0/2" cover that came with ...OEM K&N Air Filter
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LuDogStar
In: Electrical/Electronics, 2/3/2012, 5 replies
Subject: ford starter relay
australian infidel: can any one tell me how to connect the ford starter relay? my stock one crapped out and a new one is around the 150 mark so i got a ford one but i carnt get it to work, one of the main problems is that ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
saab9k: Yes some of them need a ground from switch. Have sold a few of them for tractorsford starter relay
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saab9k
In: Bolt Ons, 2/1/2012, 9 replies
Subject: locks on Royal Star Venture bags
ajbonner: I am considering buying some venture hard bags to go on my bike. They have locks but no key. What are my options?
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Scotto: I know, I ought to practice what I preach... I still use two keys. :blush: It works. :Plocks on Royal Star Venture bags
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Scotto
In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/3/2012, 1 reply
Subject: They were bound to start popping up . . .
norsseman: They were bound to start popping up . . . How do they serve alcoholic drinks on Italian cruise ships? - on the rocks What vegetables do you get with dinner on Italian cruise ships? ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
saab9k: :laugh: :laugh:They were bound to start popping up . . .
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In: Bike Talk, 2/3/2012, 4 replies
Subject: Hardbags
Edge51: has anyone had any experience with these? http://www.aftermarketcycles.com/vstar-roadstar-hardbags.html# $501 shipping incl to Canada and USA and they claim they mount on stock mounts of Roadstar any ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Edge51: good point I will check that out as I do plan on a trunk eventually:woohoo: :woohoo: Ha....I ...Hardbags
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In: Miscellaneous, 2/3/2012, 11 replies
Subject: personalized plate help
deeker1973: Ok guys, I'm almost finished with my winter mods having added fat spoke wheels and an air ride. I'm looking for some ideas on a personalized license plate. It needs to be a max of 5 letters. My first choice ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
twowheeltherapy: nice1personalized plate help
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In: Bike Talk, 2/3/2012, 1 reply
Subject: Samson drags and Inovate A/F monitor
River: Thought I would have a whack at posting a video. Video don't do justice to sound, but anyway lets see if this works.
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Greysnake: Sounds pretty good to me. Nice job.Samson drags and Inovate A/F monitor
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In: Pics of My Ride, 2/3/2012, 12 replies
Subject: TO MUCH
Rev.: What you guys think would it be to much placing the Star emblem on my fairing that came off my windshield? Does it look ok where its at? lower or higher? Thanks for the input..
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
smokescreens: I like it there too but i would le to see it lower just to make sure. (like right over the headlight ...TO MUCH
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smokescreens
In: Miscellaneous, 2/3/2012, 23 replies
Subject: Met a new new Harley rider
bofish: I took a ride to the leather Man shop in Lake Ozark, Mo yesterday and pulled up next to what was obviously a new Harley.It was black and pretty with no dirt or dust. Now I know we should not bash other ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Greysnake: That's a nice Harley your ridin:laugh:Met a new new Harley rider
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In: Electrical/Electronics, 2/3/2012, 12 replies
Subject: Speedometer needle broken
macdian: Hi, I literally just picked up my '99 Road Star on Wednesday. I think I lucked out as it has 2,200kms. Anyway, the only issue with it right now is that the speedometer needle is broken. I took off ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Curt: You can buy cheap battery powered clock movements at WalMart for a few bucks. Take the old needle and ...Speedometer needle broken
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Curt
In: Pics of My Ride, 1/28/2012, 23 replies
Subject: I'm back with a new toy!!
Keeb: Well my move over to the Mean Streak didn't last long. I got my tax returns and found This bad boy for $3500 in Daytona lastnight. 2001 with 17K miles, Corbin bags, Wrapped V&H Longshots, Barons BAK, ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Rev.: try this http://www.baddad.com/products/part/80868I'm back with a new toy!!
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In: Body/Frame, 2/3/2012, 5 replies
Subject: Your opinions please...
goodnamesaretook: I'm installing the HD style bags and I am curious if anyone that has done this also has come up with any alternatives for hinge and latches for them. If I can avoid having to spend $300+ for a set of ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
davej: have you thought about using harley police bags, fairly cheap, lockable,and you can open them while ...Your opinions please...
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In: Pics of My Ride, 2/3/2012, 7 replies
Subject: the man from baddad came to visit
roadiemort: fender arrived today,nice piece, no blocking required. MO FL 21" undrilled with chrome spacers.:woohoo: :woohoo:
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
fireman922: It's gonna look sweet!the man from baddad came to visit
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fireman922
In: Jetting, 2/2/2012, 7 replies
Subject: Jetting Roadstar 1600
pugwash55: I have a 2004 Roadstar 1600 that has a stock eng apart from a set of Vance & Hines Longshot HS fitted. I have just fitted a Yamaha Speedstar Aircleaner and changed the main jet to a 170 mikuni and uncovered ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
pugwash55: I'm a kiwi bike rider and down here a 2004 NZ model is probably a 2003 USA model. Apparently the bikes ...Jetting Roadstar 1600
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pugwash55
In: Tech Tips, 2/1/2012, 14 replies
Subject: Starting my 31 tooth this weekend
dingodango88: Alright I am getting my parts in today and I wanted to go over things to make sure I got everything. 31 tooth pulley: I have a 36 mm socket, torque specs are 61 lbs, lock tite, shouldn't need a new ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
silver_fox: Yeah, But it's a one time cost. And it works great. It will also give you your top speed read out.:PStarting my 31 tooth this weekend
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silver_fox
In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/2/2012, 32 replies
Subject: Other projects
chico: Does anyone here have another project that they r working on,other than a motorcycle?
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Vette468: Been a Hot Rod NUTT fer years Im buildin a motor for my kids IROCZ-28 as well as my own projects ...Other projects
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Vette468
In: Bolt Ons, 2/3/2012, 6 replies
Subject: Custom made sissy bar!
drkstr22: Look what i just had custom made for the scooter! cant wait to get it powder coated and on the bike! this thing is bad ass!
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
roadiemort: nice piece.Custom made sissy bar!
7 posts, last by:
roadiemort
In: Electrical/Electronics, 2/3/2012, 6 replies
Subject: Clutch safty switch
5star: I'm wanting to bypass the Clutch safety switch. I'm thinking you just create a loop by tieing the two wires together. 2006 1700
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
5star: Back at Artybuck,I bought some 14" apes and wanting to get rid of some wires. As far as testing it not ...Clutch safty switch
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5star
In: Bolt Ons, 2/3/2012, 1 reply
Subject: New throttle cable ordered
JBubbs: Guess I got the spring fever. And one of ya might get lucky in a month or so with the stainless throttles I got now. We can do pull cable only right? :blink:
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Questcap: I only use the pull cable on both of my Road Stars. Went to the hardware store and got a chrome "plumber's ...New throttle cable ordered
2 posts, last by:
Questcap
In: Maintenance, 2/2/2012, 20 replies
Subject: Spark Plugs
Plumbwader: How tight should my spark plugs be? I took the old ones out and they were barely hand tight.
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Questcap: Okay, so lemme guess... If Yami says to torque plugs to 13 ft lbs. And, NGK shows that the only ...Spark Plugs
21 posts, last by:
Questcap
In: Electrical/Electronics, 2/3/2012, 1 reply
Subject: Fuel Gauge sender
EddieDe: Does anyone what the range is from the full sender on the Roadstar?
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Erbman02: 13 to 140 ohms as per manualFuel Gauge sender
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Erbman02
In: Body/Frame, 1/24/2012, 10 replies
Subject: front fork cover tins
aalvares: I was wondering if there was a way to remove the fork covers without removing the whole fork from the bike? Or at least the easiest way to approach this?
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Warden: Put most back together last night Yeah I don't do pictures my girlfriend put that up for mefront fork cover tins
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Warden
In: Maintenance, 2/3/2012, 3 replies
Subject: loose drive pulley
ironman: I want to give a BIG shout out to Mike(ms1700) for writing/posting the article on loose pulleys & what to do. After reading his tech article, I thought it wouldn't be a bad idea to check mine. I've got ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Blackroadie: Once again a dealership shows off thier expertise.:woohoo:loose drive pulley
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Blackroadie
In: Technical Discussions, 2/2/2012, 21 replies
Subject: Anyone built there exhaust??
Jeremy04102: Hey guys I'm contemplating on building an exhaust for my 04* just seeing if anyone has made one in the past.
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Questcap: Stage 3 gut 'em. they sound real good that way. Very deep and rumbly!!!;)Anyone built there exhaust??
22 posts, last by:
Questcap
In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2010, 23 replies
Subject: passenger floorboards / passenger grab handles
chiefriceburner: Hey guy,s have a question just bought a 2009 roadstar and I am already getting my mod,s, ordered the memphis shades 19in shield along with the memphis shades lowers, Also ordered a kury passenger backrest. ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
roadstarbone: Hey Chief, I think I like these boards, more so now cause they're on sell now for $145. Question, looks ...passenger floorboards / passenger grab handles
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roadstarbone
In: Maintenance, 2/2/2012, 26 replies
Subject: Stripped Oil Gallery Bolt
moreland4: The title says it all :( :( :( One of my first winter mods was installing an oil pressure guage. It now appears that I have stripped out the 8mm gallery bolt. Fired the bike up for the first time since ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
old dog: Been there!Done It! Got the tee shirt!..Napa part #770-3093.It's a kit. Do you have a "T" handle for ...Stripped Oil Gallery Bolt
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old dog
In: Rides, Meets, Events, 1/4/2012, 29 replies
Subject: First Ride 2012
warden: Odometer started at 51650 today. 39 degrees (brrrrrrr), but oh so nice too. My goal is to ride every month of the year. So far, I'm still on track with a ride completed in Oct, Nov, Dec, and now ...
Latest reply, 2/3/2012
Booster: Yeap, nice here in Asheville, think I'll go for a short ride.First Ride 2012
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Booster




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