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Seafoam and MMO by RoadieFF	1	2068	2006/09/08 15:06 by Akela
Losing oil by beefcake2play	9	6145	2006/09/08 14:33 by beefcake2play
1/2 Helmet by bikerpastor	5	4824	2006/09/08 10:26 by JJsNet
Changing the Oil by clifdog [Page: 1,2,3]	23	16815	2006/09/07 19:53 by Pop Rivet
Wide Wheel by chancebc	1	1028	2006/09/06 21:31 by DocShadow
R1 rotors on a 2003 front wheel? by jwalish	6	3319	2006/09/06 21:26 by DocShadow
Engine Guard by bikerpastor	0	728	2006/09/06 01:42 by bikerpastor
STOCK TIRE LIFE by thebru	2	1685	2006/09/05 11:22 by whintz
Talked to Ray @ Looney Seats by bikerpastor [Page: 1,2]	12	8603	2006/09/04 17:37 by Big Bear
Looney lowering rear kit by bikerpastor	1	1729	2006/09/04 16:21 by dearman
doc: what size pilot air jet is in the carb by dozer	1	1151	2006/09/03 19:03 by DocShadow
The beat by Pop Rivet [Page: 1,2]	12	7614	2006/09/03 17:06 by Pop Rivet
the popping is back but different no sputtering! by dozer	10	6060	2006/09/03 08:42 by DocShadow
Dyna 3000 by crank9	1	1482	2006/09/03 08:19 by DocShadow
hezbak's plans floorboard ext.s by dozer	10	6148	2006/09/02 21:27 by dozer
is there any other roadstar riders here in e.Tenn. by dozer	1	1494	2006/09/02 20:58 by Big Bear
Lower rear fender with out hitting by bikerpastor	3	2492	2006/09/01 09:57 by DocShadow
Front Brakes by Yamahawg	1	1411	2006/08/31 20:01 by DocShadow
Kuryakyn Run-Turn-Brake Controller - Metric Cruise by rmruder [Page: 1,2]	12	9639	2006/08/31 13:14 by rmruder
Long Winded dealer discussion by Helmut	7	4166	2006/08/31 07:09 by Musky

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In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 14 replies Subject: looking for riding boot advice and feedback sgfrye: ok after all the recent posts about broken ankles, toes, shins etc. got me to thinking about my boots. i've been wearing my last pair now for couple years. they are comfortable, but other than being ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Arps: Im guilty too. Somedays I wear shorts and sandals.looking for riding boot advice and feedback 15 posts, last by: Arps In: Body/Frame, 6/19/2013, 4 replies Subject: silverado windshield brackets needed asap cschmelzer: hey my stay brackets that hold my reckless on both decided to break. so i really need both silverado brackets the part number is stay 1-5GA-28356-01-00 stay 2-5GA-28357-01-00 thanks Latest reply, 6/19/2013 cschmelzer: No i dont even have the stock carb i have a 110 motorsilverado windshield brackets needed asap 5 posts, last by: cschmelzer In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013, 7 replies Subject: Which cupholder - kuryakyn FatJay: I'm about to order a cup holder. http://www.kuryakyn.com/Products/756/Universal-Drink-Holders I'm between 1422 and 1462 Can anyone with 1462 comment on the fitment with the clutch perch? Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Stevie: Kruzer Kaddy here too but I had to add a washer between the bolt and the cup to prevent it from swiveling, ...Which cupholder - kuryakyn 8 posts, last by: Stevie In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013, 8 replies Subject: The great fuel injected Roadie River: Since the great debate a little over a year ago over the ‘lean’ question on the FI 08’ and up bikes I thought I would make a few notes about Yamaha’s, what I consider really good, ECU and associated systems, ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 pastornj: There is ECU tuner software which can be downloaded for free for other bikes so I'm thinking that's ...The great fuel injected Roadie 9 posts, last by: pastornj In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013, 6 replies Subject: Roadwing K Becker: I d`ont know what is going on Trying to fit the roadwing with the new adjustable lowering kit .First the collar that came with the lowering kit is to big to fit inside the roarwing bushing ,second the ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Stevie: pick me up some carne asada at the market across the street :PRoadwing 7 posts, last by: Stevie In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 3 replies Subject: Craigslist strikes again Lefty: http://southcoast.craigslist.org/mcd/3824499710.html I guess they are worth more than I thought Latest reply, 6/19/2013 BigBoyinMS: Yep, that's a first year Royal Star Venture. Not a bad price for condition but I've seen that year in ...Craigslist strikes again 4 posts, last by: BigBoyinMS In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 1 reply Subject: Political...Absolutely no shame. SKWEARpeg: Classic reward our friends, and punish our enemies. Lucky for us, we're in the midst of that terrible sequester, and we're experiencing across the board spending cuts.:laugh: This is so pathetic. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20130619/DA70MJC00.html Latest reply, 6/19/2013 jeckes: Why am I not surprised that the same person that wrote the sequestration documents is probably the one ...Political...Absolutely no shame. 2 posts, last by: jeckes In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013 Subject: Yamaha Big Bar??? How much is it worth used?? Cheekster: Yamaha Big Bar??? How much is it worth used?? I've got a local wanting to buy mine and I don't wanna ask too much or too little. Thanks for the help Yamaha Big Bar??? How much is it worth used?? new topic by: Cheekster In: Electrical/Electronics, 6/19/2013, 9 replies Subject: Turn Signal Question shane8813: I have to replace my front right turn signal cause the socket got so corroded that the running light wont work. I even cleaned it and it worked for awhile. I have removed the old 1157 socket and I think ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 shane8813: :) Turn Signal Question 10 posts, last by: shane8813 In: Electrical/Electronics, 6/19/2013, 11 replies Subject: AFR meter and sensor? Uno979: I have been wanting to get my hands on a decent AFR set up. So far all the kits I've seen are over $200. Are there any at or under $100 that would suit the purpose of fine tuning my carb? I really would ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 TX1602: I was reading the ebay notes on the AFB meter and sensors and there is some LOW IMPORT INVOICE! so who ...AFR meter and sensor? 12 posts, last by: TX1602 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/19/2013, 3 replies Subject: History Lesson 1947 jeckes: The year was 1947. Some of you will recall that on July 8, 1947, a little more than 65 years ago, numerous witnesses claim that an Unidentified Flying Object, (UFO), with five aliens aboard, crashed onto ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 jonesiejohn: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: I like that, good one!!!History Lesson 1947 4 posts, last by: jonesiejohn In: Technical Discussions, 6/13/2013, 4 replies Subject: 1600 High compression pinging question. toolu: So ive got some pinging on 93. It happens around 2000-2200 rpm on throttle tip in. I have hi comps, ported manifold and dyna set to 28b, tps plugged in, and a V&H jet kit, unsure of needle settings. Last ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 SKWEARpeg: Outside temps have little to do with whether or not you need the choke(enrich) to start the Roadie properly. ...1600 High compression pinging question. 5 posts, last by: SKWEARpeg In: Technical Discussions, 5/1/2013, 9 replies Subject: Master cylinder help for a newbee. toolu: First post here I think. I need a front master for my '03. These darn bike dismantlers all want a bajillion dollars on Ebay for one that is worse shape than mine. Idiots! Ebay seems to have been overrun ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 toolu: So ordered the royal star master and found out whats different on it. It is just a bit taller is all. ...Master cylinder help for a newbee. 10 posts, last by: toolu In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/19/2013, 9 replies Subject: Why Ethel Changed Hotels DocShadow: Last week, Ethel checked into a motel on her 70th birthday and she was a bit lonely. She thought, "I'll call one of those men you see advertised in phone books for escorts and sensual massages." She ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Arps: lolWhy Ethel Changed Hotels 10 posts, last by: Arps In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 19 replies Subject: Clutch shift hit hard brianis: Do you guys notice if your stars shift hard I can definitely feel every shift. Thought maybe oil but its good checked free play in the clutch it's good Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Orthogonal: Yeah. the pivot is good to regrease. I got the tip about a week ago on the forum. It's the one the ...Clutch shift hit hard 20 posts, last by: Orthogonal In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 27 replies Subject: Down it goes! Darn: Dropped the bike today :blush: :oops: I was at work, it started to rain so I decided to pull it into the shop. As I pulled in on to the clean painted floor with wet tires.... Traction was not available, ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 SoCali Rider: After a 3 hour commute on my 85 FLHT..I pulled in the drive way, got off..and walked away ! Forgot ALL ...Down it goes! 28 posts, last by: SoCali Rider In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 67 replies Subject: Are stock Road stars slow? mongovb: I have a 2001 Road Star and am the slowest in the bunch which include a 900 Vulcan and 1100 V-star. I know my bike is no dragster but dam, they all out accelerate me. My bike has about 30k on the top end ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 BTM. Samson: http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?prod=ra-077v their are a few sporting these on the Roadstars... Beauty ...Are stock Road stars slow? 68 posts, last by: BTM. Samson In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 19 replies Subject: Oops, wrong forum Erbman02: Sitting at dealer now, getting front Tire and Rivco risers installed. Way too hot to be doing risers myself. 9am it was in the upper 90's with humidity levels. Next will be to have seat modded. ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 SKWEARpeg: :laugh: :laugh: I started playing that, and my wife was in the other room. It hadn't got 8 bars in, ...Oops, wrong forum 20 posts, last by: SKWEARpeg In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/19/2013, 4 replies Subject: Flight 800 coverup. Boatmark: No surprise here!:rolleyes: http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/lookout/twa-flight-800-crash-investigation-ntsb-141624708.html Latest reply, 6/19/2013 SKWEARpeg: http://www.cnn.com/2013/06/19/us/twa-crash-claim/index.htmlFlight 800 coverup. 5 posts, last by: SKWEARpeg In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 17 replies Subject: Instrument cluster's blinding reflections Callred: Chrome, love it or hate it, we have it. I like the shiny parts of my bike with the exception of my instrument cluster cover. That pretty piece on top of the tank looks great until riding in the summer ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 FatJay: I want to pick up a spare and play with it. It comes right up under my glasses and can be dangerously ...Instrument cluster's blinding reflections 18 posts, last by: FatJay In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/17/2013, 38 replies Subject: Immigration Reform BuffaloRider: http://www.wvgazette.com/Opinion/OpEdCommentaries/201306140130 If this bill passes it will be the final knife in the back of this Republic. Low skilled workers will be fighting each other for scraps ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Stevie: I'm not saying it couldn't happen but that would be extremely rare. I don't know your situation ...Immigration Reform 39 posts, last by: Stevie In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 12 replies Subject: Brake Fluid Shelf Life. GGattorr: Does brake fluid go bad if never opened. I have some DOT 3 Brake fluid that has never been opened. A couple of bottles probably 7 years old and a couple of bottles maybe about 4 years old. Friends gave ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 FatJay: I flushed my brakes over the winter as I got a new front master cylinder. First time since I owned hte ...Brake Fluid Shelf Life. 13 posts, last by: FatJay In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 2 replies Subject: Anybody wanna do some trading? SCroadie: Wife is starting to ride a lil more. Looking for a one piece seat like a mustang daytripper or something along those lines. Gotta Danny Grey Buttcrack solo in real good shape andwill throw in a studded ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 takehikes: Daytripper is a great seat. Many look at it and think it snot big enough. My wife who has packed for ...Anybody wanna do some trading? 3 posts, last by: takehikes In: Tech Tips, 4/22/2012, 12 replies Subject: strange noise from the pulley cover alex1600: ok srry for this odd subjest but today i got to ride my rd star an i hear a squeaky or chatering noise from the pulley cove it only happens when i give it throttle of down shifting could it bee my belt ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 MarlboroMan: Thanks for the update as well!strange noise from the pulley cover 13 posts, last by: MarlboroMan In: Introductions, 6/18/2013, 20 replies Subject: Hi from New Zealand canyonlanz: Hi there, Just a quick first note from a big Roady fan in Auckland. Well i fell for the classic Roady 3 years ago and had been enjoying reading this forum for most of that time. Still do. This time last ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 jeckes: :welcome: from WIHi from New Zealand 21 posts, last by: jeckes In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 6 replies Subject: Grizzly attack! Sparks500: Great example of marksmanship with an "itsy bitsy shooter" by a woman facing a fierce predator. What is the smallest caliber you trust to protect yourself? The 25 cal. Beretta Jetfire: Here's ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 fastjohnny: Hmmmmm what kind of cougars are we talking here?? Four legged or two:rolleyes: :silly:Grizzly attack! 7 posts, last by: fastjohnny In: Bolt Ons, 6/19/2013, 2 replies Subject: Help finding recent thread rox: I'm hoping for some help finding a recent thread that addressed leather rear cylinder covers. It was titled no more burnt thighs or something close to that. I must admit that I have tried several variations ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 FatJay: http://roadstarclinic.com/component/option,com_fireboard/Itemid,187/func,view/id,630095/catid,61/limit,10/limitstart,0/ They're ...Help finding recent thread 3 posts, last by: FatJay In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 16 replies Subject: Are all forward controls so expensive? Deerkiller: Looking at forward controls for the bike also. Pricey bastards, aren't they:blink: Am I missing something? $550-$600 is the cheapest I found anything for. Seems a little steep. I understand you get ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 takehikes: I got a set for about $400 made for the R* but for the life of me I can't remember the name of them. ...Are all forward controls so expensive? 17 posts, last by: takehikes In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 22 replies Subject: Here We Go - Pipes Install MartyN8677: Removed AIS and added BAK this afternoon. Getting ready to eat and then tackling the pipes install. My Cobra Speedster Slashcuts just arrived about a half hour ago. Somehow I think these will be more ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Edge51: This stuff just takes me a while. I've done almost no mechanic stuff before. I follow DETAILED ...Here We Go - Pipes Install 23 posts, last by: Edge51 In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 19 replies Subject: Changed Main jet and now worse mpg Cheekster: It had 205 main jet and I put a 172.5 in and now I get worse mpg. I have K&N BAK, V&H Longshots, stock manifold and I used to get 33 and now I'm only getting 105 miles before my light comes on. Stock ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 SKWEARpeg: davej, is running the Speedstar kit, with the main I mentioned, the needle set to 4 1/2, and I ...Changed Main jet and now worse mpg 20 posts, last by: SKWEARpeg

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In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 14 replies
Subject: looking for riding boot advice and feedback
sgfrye: ok after all the recent posts about broken ankles, toes, shins etc. got me to thinking about my boots. i've been wearing my last pair now for couple years. they are comfortable, but other than being ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Arps: Im guilty too. Somedays I wear shorts and sandals.looking for riding boot advice and feedback

15 posts, last by:

Arps

In: Body/Frame, 6/19/2013, 4 replies
Subject: silverado windshield brackets needed asap
cschmelzer: hey my stay brackets that hold my reckless on both decided to break. so i really need both silverado brackets the part number is stay 1-5GA-28356-01-00 stay 2-5GA-28357-01-00 thanks

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
cschmelzer: No i dont even have the stock carb i have a 110 motorsilverado windshield brackets needed asap

5 posts, last by:

cschmelzer

In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Which cupholder - kuryakyn
FatJay: I'm about to order a cup holder. http://www.kuryakyn.com/Products/756/Universal-Drink-Holders I'm between 1422 and 1462 Can anyone with 1462 comment on the fitment with the clutch perch?

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Stevie: Kruzer Kaddy here too but I had to add a washer between the bolt and the cup to prevent it from swiveling, ...Which cupholder - kuryakyn

8 posts, last by:

Stevie

In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013, 8 replies
Subject: The great fuel injected Roadie
River: Since the great debate a little over a year ago over the ‘lean’ question on the FI 08’ and up bikes I thought I would make a few notes about Yamaha’s, what I consider really good, ECU and associated systems, ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
pastornj: There is ECU tuner software which can be downloaded for free for other bikes so I'm thinking that's ...The great fuel injected Roadie

9 posts, last by:

pastornj

In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Roadwing
K Becker: I d`ont know what is going on Trying to fit the roadwing with the new adjustable lowering kit .First the collar that came with the lowering kit is to big to fit inside the roarwing bushing ,second the ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Stevie: pick me up some carne asada at the market across the street :PRoadwing

7 posts, last by:

Stevie

In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Craigslist strikes again
Lefty: http://southcoast.craigslist.org/mcd/3824499710.html I guess they are worth more than I thought

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
BigBoyinMS: Yep, that's a first year Royal Star Venture. Not a bad price for condition but I've seen that year in ...Craigslist strikes again

4 posts, last by:

BigBoyinMS

In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Political...Absolutely no shame.
SKWEARpeg: Classic reward our friends, and punish our enemies. Lucky for us, we're in the midst of that terrible sequester, and we're experiencing across the board spending cuts.:laugh: This is so pathetic. http://apnews.myway.com/article/20130619/DA70MJC00.html

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
jeckes: Why am I not surprised that the same person that wrote the sequestration documents is probably the one ...Political...Absolutely no shame.

2 posts, last by:

jeckes

In: Bike Talk, 6/19/2013
Subject: Yamaha Big Bar??? How much is it worth used??
Cheekster: Yamaha Big Bar??? How much is it worth used?? I've got a local wanting to buy mine and I don't wanna ask too much or too little. Thanks for the help
Yamaha Big Bar??? How much is it worth used??

new topic by:

Cheekster

In: Electrical/Electronics, 6/19/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Turn Signal Question
shane8813: I have to replace my front right turn signal cause the socket got so corroded that the running light wont work. I even cleaned it and it worked for awhile. I have removed the old 1157 socket and I think ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
shane8813: :) Turn Signal Question

10 posts, last by:

shane8813

In: Electrical/Electronics, 6/19/2013, 11 replies
Subject: AFR meter and sensor?
Uno979: I have been wanting to get my hands on a decent AFR set up. So far all the kits I've seen are over $200. Are there any at or under $100 that would suit the purpose of fine tuning my carb? I really would ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
TX1602: I was reading the ebay notes on the AFB meter and sensors and there is some LOW IMPORT INVOICE! so who ...AFR meter and sensor?

12 posts, last by:

TX1602

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/19/2013, 3 replies
Subject: History Lesson 1947
jeckes: The year was 1947. Some of you will recall that on July 8, 1947, a little more than 65 years ago, numerous witnesses claim that an Unidentified Flying Object, (UFO), with five aliens aboard, crashed onto ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
jonesiejohn: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: I like that, good one!!!History Lesson 1947

4 posts, last by:

jonesiejohn

In: Technical Discussions, 6/13/2013, 4 replies
Subject: 1600 High compression pinging question.
toolu: So ive got some pinging on 93. It happens around 2000-2200 rpm on throttle tip in. I have hi comps, ported manifold and dyna set to 28b, tps plugged in, and a V&H jet kit, unsure of needle settings. Last ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
SKWEARpeg: Outside temps have little to do with whether or not you need the choke(enrich) to start the Roadie properly. ...1600 High compression pinging question.

5 posts, last by:

SKWEARpeg

In: Technical Discussions, 5/1/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Master cylinder help for a newbee.
toolu: First post here I think. I need a front master for my '03. These darn bike dismantlers all want a bajillion dollars on Ebay for one that is worse shape than mine. Idiots! Ebay seems to have been overrun ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
toolu: So ordered the royal star master and found out whats different on it. It is just a bit taller is all. ...Master cylinder help for a newbee.

10 posts, last by:

toolu

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/19/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Why Ethel Changed Hotels
DocShadow: Last week, Ethel checked into a motel on her 70th birthday and she was a bit lonely. She thought, "I'll call one of those men you see advertised in phone books for escorts and sensual massages." She ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Arps: lolWhy Ethel Changed Hotels

10 posts, last by:

Arps

In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 19 replies
Subject: Clutch shift hit hard
brianis: Do you guys notice if your stars shift hard I can definitely feel every shift. Thought maybe oil but its good checked free play in the clutch it's good

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Orthogonal: Yeah. the pivot is good to regrease. I got the tip about a week ago on the forum. It's the one the ...Clutch shift hit hard

20 posts, last by:

Orthogonal

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 27 replies
Subject: Down it goes!
Darn: Dropped the bike today :blush: :oops: I was at work, it started to rain so I decided to pull it into the shop. As I pulled in on to the clean painted floor with wet tires.... Traction was not available, ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
SoCali Rider: After a 3 hour commute on my 85 FLHT..I pulled in the drive way, got off..and walked away ! Forgot ALL ...Down it goes!

28 posts, last by:

SoCali Rider

In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 67 replies
Subject: Are stock Road stars slow?
mongovb: I have a 2001 Road Star and am the slowest in the bunch which include a 900 Vulcan and 1100 V-star. I know my bike is no dragster but dam, they all out accelerate me. My bike has about 30k on the top end ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
BTM. Samson: http://www.knfilters.com/search/product.aspx?prod=ra-077v their are a few sporting these on the Roadstars... Beauty ...Are stock Road stars slow?

68 posts, last by:

BTM. Samson

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 19 replies
Subject: Oops, wrong forum
Erbman02: Sitting at dealer now, getting front Tire and Rivco risers installed. Way too hot to be doing risers myself. 9am it was in the upper 90's with humidity levels. Next will be to have seat modded. ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
SKWEARpeg: :laugh: :laugh: I started playing that, and my wife was in the other room. It hadn't got 8 bars in, ...Oops, wrong forum

20 posts, last by:

SKWEARpeg

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/19/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Flight 800 coverup.
Boatmark: No surprise here!:rolleyes: http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/lookout/twa-flight-800-crash-investigation-ntsb-141624708.html

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
SKWEARpeg: http://www.cnn.com/2013/06/19/us/twa-crash-claim/index.htmlFlight 800 coverup.

5 posts, last by:

SKWEARpeg

In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Instrument cluster's blinding reflections
Callred: Chrome, love it or hate it, we have it. I like the shiny parts of my bike with the exception of my instrument cluster cover. That pretty piece on top of the tank looks great until riding in the summer ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
FatJay: I want to pick up a spare and play with it. It comes right up under my glasses and can be dangerously ...Instrument cluster's blinding reflections

18 posts, last by:

FatJay

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/17/2013, 38 replies
Subject: Immigration Reform
BuffaloRider: http://www.wvgazette.com/Opinion/OpEdCommentaries/201306140130 If this bill passes it will be the final knife in the back of this Republic. Low skilled workers will be fighting each other for scraps ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Stevie: I'm not saying it couldn't happen but that would be extremely rare. I don't know your situation ...Immigration Reform

39 posts, last by:

Stevie

In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 12 replies
Subject: Brake Fluid Shelf Life.
GGattorr: Does brake fluid go bad if never opened. I have some DOT 3 Brake fluid that has never been opened. A couple of bottles probably 7 years old and a couple of bottles maybe about 4 years old. Friends gave ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
FatJay: I flushed my brakes over the winter as I got a new front master cylinder. First time since I owned hte ...Brake Fluid Shelf Life.

13 posts, last by:

FatJay

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Anybody wanna do some trading?
SCroadie: Wife is starting to ride a lil more. Looking for a one piece seat like a mustang daytripper or something along those lines. Gotta Danny Grey Buttcrack solo in real good shape andwill throw in a studded ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
takehikes: Daytripper is a great seat. Many look at it and think it snot big enough. My wife who has packed for ...Anybody wanna do some trading?

3 posts, last by:

takehikes

In: Tech Tips, 4/22/2012, 12 replies
Subject: strange noise from the pulley cover
alex1600: ok srry for this odd subjest but today i got to ride my rd star an i hear a squeaky or chatering noise from the pulley cove it only happens when i give it throttle of down shifting could it bee my belt ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
MarlboroMan: Thanks for the update as well!strange noise from the pulley cover

13 posts, last by:

MarlboroMan

In: Introductions, 6/18/2013, 20 replies
Subject: Hi from New Zealand
canyonlanz: Hi there, Just a quick first note from a big Roady fan in Auckland. Well i fell for the classic Roady 3 years ago and had been enjoying reading this forum for most of that time. Still do. This time last ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
jeckes: :welcome: from WIHi from New Zealand

21 posts, last by:

jeckes

In: Miscellaneous, 6/19/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Grizzly attack!
Sparks500: Great example of marksmanship with an "itsy bitsy shooter" by a woman facing a fierce predator. What is the smallest caliber you trust to protect yourself? The 25 cal. Beretta Jetfire: Here's ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
fastjohnny: Hmmmmm what kind of cougars are we talking here?? Four legged or two:rolleyes: :silly:Grizzly attack!

7 posts, last by:

fastjohnny

In: Bolt Ons, 6/19/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Help finding recent thread
rox: I'm hoping for some help finding a recent thread that addressed leather rear cylinder covers. It was titled no more burnt thighs or something close to that. I must admit that I have tried several variations ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
FatJay: http://roadstarclinic.com/component/option,com_fireboard/Itemid,187/func,view/id,630095/catid,61/limit,10/limitstart,0/ They're ...Help finding recent thread

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FatJay

In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Are all forward controls so expensive?
Deerkiller: Looking at forward controls for the bike also. Pricey bastards, aren't they:blink: Am I missing something? $550-$600 is the cheapest I found anything for. Seems a little steep. I understand you get ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
takehikes: I got a set for about $400 made for the R* but for the life of me I can't remember the name of them. ...Are all forward controls so expensive?

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takehikes

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 22 replies
Subject: Here We Go - Pipes Install
MartyN8677: Removed AIS and added BAK this afternoon. Getting ready to eat and then tackling the pipes install. My Cobra Speedster Slashcuts just arrived about a half hour ago. Somehow I think these will be more ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Edge51: This stuff just takes me a while. I've done almost no mechanic stuff before. I follow DETAILED ...Here We Go - Pipes Install

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Edge51

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 19 replies
Subject: Changed Main jet and now worse mpg
Cheekster: It had 205 main jet and I put a 172.5 in and now I get worse mpg. I have K&N BAK, V&H Longshots, stock manifold and I used to get 33 and now I'm only getting 105 miles before my light comes on. Stock ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
SKWEARpeg: davej, is running the Speedstar kit, with the main I mentioned, the needle set to 4 1/2, and I ...Changed Main jet and now worse mpg

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SKWEARpeg

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