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a sign from above or what,lol by cartersta	4	182	2013/05/14 13:24 by Curt
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In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 5 replies Subject: Shinko 777 Recommended PSI MartyN8677: Went to their website and emailed them this question. Here is the response I received: Hi Marty, Maximum recommended pressure for most all 777 tires is 42 psi. I would run around 38 psi for all around ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Signguy: +1Shinko 777 Recommended PSI 6 posts, last by: Signguy In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 4 replies Subject: Apes MartyN8677: Curious if these are comfortable for long rides or just look great for cruising around? Seems like most handlebar risers talk about pulling your handlebars back and lower to alleviate shoulder strain ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 K Becker: My wife always said that I do have a nice ass must be the Ape ??? woohoo:Apes 5 posts, last by: K Becker In: Introductions, 5/17/2013, 26 replies Subject: Hello from the Great Lakes State! wadepiehl91: I was looking for web sites that would help me to find out how to modify my stock exhausts when I stumbled upon this site. After reading a few how to's , I can say I'm excited to be a part of the community ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 jonesiejohn: Hello from the Great Lakes State! 27 posts, last by: jonesiejohn In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 18 replies Subject: suburban Oklahoma city getting hammered right now. Blackroadie: 5 pm news (eastern time) talking about a suburban Oklahoma city ( moore) just got hit with a tornado.... 2 elementary schools in the direct path as schools in session.....homes and business's destroyed ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 RedRooster: Thx! All is well here and very very minor compared to those who endured the direct hit. I can't stop ...suburban Oklahoma city getting hammered right now. 19 posts, last by: RedRooster In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 24 replies Subject: Intervention Needed MartyN8677: Hi, my name is Marty, and I can't stop spending money on accessories for my Roadstar. I really thought I got a great deal purchasing my bike. But, it was all stock. Since then, I have added an ED ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 MartyN8677: Love your paint job Firedog. So, how much is a custom paint job?Intervention Needed 25 posts, last by: MartyN8677 In: Introductions, 5/20/2013, 11 replies Subject: Hello from Rhode Island!! Supergm7: Lots of great stuff here. I've finally wanted to post and had to go "official" I just picked up my 2003 RS XV1600: 26,000 miles Paid $3400 took off the windshield oil change- Mobile1 20-50 syn ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Firedog: :welcome: from Southeast TexasHello from Rhode Island!! 12 posts, last by: Firedog In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies Subject: Rear brake gone wild K Becker: When for a ride this past weekend, after going down this big hill lost rear brake did not really use it that much on the way down, no oil leak everything seem to be OK keep on riding for a while and the ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 K Becker: Yes! that was what we figured happen. Thank you !Rear brake gone wild 3 posts, last by: K Becker In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 6 replies Subject: Studding non studded bags Jonathan: Is there an easy way to add studs to a new bag set I'm getting? Latest reply, 5/20/2013 t0rqed: Maybe even a vajazzle kit?! That come with a wax ? :lol:Studding non studded bags 7 posts, last by: t0rqed In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 2 replies Subject: tornado seminole_bob: 2nd day of severe weather here. Man i'm tired of this. Guess it's time to install a storm shelter. Shawnee Oklahoma hit yesterday by a tornado lots of people lost homes and some lives. Today it hit south ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 River: +1 Bob.tornado 3 posts, last by: River In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 11 replies Subject: Rain Gear and trip accessories RoadiesRock05: I am taking a trip this weekend to Duluth, MN. I am leaving Wednesday and returning Monday. The forecast calls for rain :( Any opinions about what is the best rain gear to get for a good price? I would ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 noangel: try these guys on ebay nwironhorse ive got the one piece and it work very well better than the two piece ...Rain Gear and trip accessories 12 posts, last by: noangel In: Bolt Ons, 4/9/2012, 26 replies Subject: 10" apes w/ stock cables , wires ? DropkickFace: Trying to get definitive answer on will 10" apes work with stock cables & wiring ? , more specific .... What 10" ape bar dimensions work ? Width , pullback, center width etc... Thanks, James Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Supergm7: I would have told you to try and find someone with apes to let you give it a spin. Not trying ...10" apes w/ stock cables , wires ? 27 posts, last by: Supergm7 In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/20/2013, 9 replies Subject: Throttle Fest Chicago in June Signalman68: Anyone planning on riding to Chicago in June for Throttlefest? Would love to see a bunch of Roadstars up there. I'll be riding with about six Harleys, showing them the way of course on Friday and Saturday. ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Signalman68: Well, Big Jackyl fan here (Saturday) and Vince Neil is on Friday. The other days... I'm not ...Throttle Fest Chicago in June 10 posts, last by: Signalman68 In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 800 replies Subject: 2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9 Darn: OK folks, I talked it over with Scootergirl, I think we can throw an awesome M&G here in Green Bay with a day ride up to and around Door County including some awesome rustic roads along lake Michigan (probably ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Greysnake: Only 199 more to go:laugh: :laugh:2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9 801 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Body/Frame, 5/20/2013, 3 replies Subject: Question for audio guys samw: Getting ready to mount the stereo in my fairing and I was wondering since I have a marine stereo is it necessary to use a cover? The bike stays in the shop at night unless I'm traveling,but I do ride in ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 RabidRoadie: When we install systems in boats they all get covers, and for the majority of those installs the radios ...Question for audio guys 4 posts, last by: RabidRoadie In: Pics of My Ride, 5/19/2013, 16 replies Subject: Winter mods before and after take 2 RoadiesRock05: Here is my attempt to upload my pics with photobucket. Latest reply, 5/20/2013 DAVECS1: I love my wife but holy smokes, that lady could burn the joint down. Oh yea the bike looks good too ...Winter mods before and after take 2 17 posts, last by: DAVECS1 In: Maintenance, 5/20/2013, 8 replies Subject: "Clanking"/metallic rattle on pull away & cruising Schweeet Daddy T: Ok so on pull away and when coasting or cruising with very little throttle there is this metal like clanking sound from what sounds like the front part of the engine to the left side. If I had to describe ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Penguin: While you are checking stuff, my clanking was coming from the chrome belt guard rattling"Clanking"/metallic rattle on pull away & cruising 9 posts, last by: Penguin In: Bolt Ons, 5/19/2013, 8 replies Subject: Too much of a good thing . . ? maxtnet: I do love the sound of the V & H long shot slashed pipes which I use with the V & H Quite baffles (packed with 1/4" thick fiberglass), however when going on longer trips, the sound starts to get annoying. ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 maxtnet: Great! I will give Smartpartz a try. Thanks! At $70/pair it's well worth it.Too much of a good thing . . ? 9 posts, last by: maxtnet In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 19 replies Subject: I'm gonna be a grandfather Claymeister: Its has officially been announced today. Of course I have known for a couple weeks... My daughter(24y) is going to be a mommy. That makes me going to be : A Grandfather ! Yea. She is due in mid ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Penguin: Congrats. Hope it all goes as smoothly as possibleI'm gonna be a grandfather 20 posts, last by: Penguin In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies Subject: stock studded seats Roadie_Shane: im looking to sale(+ship) or trade these, just show me what you got. look ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Roadie_Shane: can't argue there. but then again there is always someone looking! just looking to see what i could ...stock studded seats 3 posts, last by: Roadie_Shane In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 18 replies Subject: trailer hitch template arrived HEAVY METAL: I want to give a special thanks to grayphart for going the extra distance and sending me a template for making trailer hitch for my 03' road. the template arrived today and the wifey told me to get me ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 HEAVY METAL: Let me do some research on this and then come up with a number for you.trailer hitch template arrived 19 posts, last by: HEAVY METAL In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 3 replies Subject: Hey KAI.. VikingWarhorse: You ended this vid about 50 yards from my old house!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uykKGZTid8I&list=UUJMgBYkhCDNNuZM9buYDOvg Latest reply, 5/20/2013 VikingWarhorse: I now live just down the road from there in Loveland. But I lived 5 houses east of the post office right ...Hey KAI.. 4 posts, last by: VikingWarhorse In: Maintenance, 5/16/2013, 29 replies Subject: Front end feeling rox: Went for a ride on the 04 RS tonight and experienced a front end issue. At most any speed if I sway the bike from side to side I feel what I describe as a grind. It happens both left and right sway. I ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 blue_star: Pretty simple to tighten up the steering head and it will make it feel much better. We will be here if ...Front end feeling 30 posts, last by: blue_star In: Miscellaneous, 5/13/2013, 21 replies Subject: cleaning Sparks500: Out the garage. One set stock exhaust drilled to stage 3. Free, Chicago area pickup only One set stock exhaust. Free, Chicago area pickup only. Stock seats. The drivers seat was experimented ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Sparks500: Happy you're happy. I'm happy to give them a good home, wife's happy they're out of the garage. Everybody ...cleaning 22 posts, last by: Sparks500 In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 22 replies Subject: Two different worlds Deerkiller: So, yesterday, me and a buddy took a long ride on our sportbikes. Me on my R1, he on his Ducati 848. Found a nice twisty road along the Maumee River. The farther away we got from the city, the less traffic ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Doc_V: Yah, there's an art to setting up the suspension on modern sport bikes. There's a guy out here called ...Two different worlds 23 posts, last by: Doc_V In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 1 reply Subject: V&H pro pipe carb setting Sparks500: Just put on the pro pipe and now I could use some suggestions for the carb settings. When I got the bike, it had v&h long shots on it, and it has a jet kit. Which one i have no idea. I'm getting some popping ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 davej: If you look to see what jetting you currently have it might be a good indicator as to what jet kit you ...V&H pro pipe carb setting 2 posts, last by: davej In: Miscellaneous, 3/13/2013, 394 replies Subject: RSC Pay it Forward Thread GreenMachine: Hey guys. Greyphart recently sent me a fuel pump cover free of charge, and only asked that I pay it forward. Thanks greyphart! :) In the spirit of generosity so often found around here I had what I ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Jonathan: If anyone has the left stock windshield mounting hardware, mine is cracked.RSC Pay it Forward Thread 395 posts, last by: Jonathan In: Bolt Ons, 5/20/2013, 1 reply Subject: Extra Part Free tarcon: Any one need a stock backrest? Latest reply, 5/20/2013 MountainCruiser: That would be awesome! PM sent.Extra Part Free 2 posts, last by: MountainCruiser In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 7 replies Subject: Paying it forward The Sheepdog: 1 new stock R spring 1 840lb Goldwing spring(Gone) Free to good homes I also have a Kury Twin velocity. This is the Jona Model. Went from him and has changed hands a few times I think. It ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 blue_star: Bump for the Sheepdog. :)Paying it forward 8 posts, last by: blue_star In: Electrical/Electronics, 5/20/2013, 1 reply Subject: HELP! How do you open the wire bundle clip? Doc_V: I'm trying to replace my speed sensor and can't even figure out how to open the plastic clip, that holds the bundle of wires together, located under the side cover. It's not like the other clips used for ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 GNR10: I think you have to mash it sideways (well to make it comealoose). Seems when I put Erb Wires in I just ...HELP! How do you open the wire bundle clip? 2 posts, last by: GNR10 In: Bolt Ons, 5/14/2013, 15 replies Subject: Fitment - What fits what ? SoCali Rider: I've tried searching past threads looking for answers to some of my questions as to what will fit what, and I realize you can make anything fit with a little effort ! My reasoning is that I like changing ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Tug: It's simple, ghost brackets and easy brackets don't give any support to the bottom of the bags like the ...Fitment - What fits what ? 16 posts, last by: Tug

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In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Shinko 777 Recommended PSI
MartyN8677: Went to their website and emailed them this question. Here is the response I received: Hi Marty, Maximum recommended pressure for most all 777 tires is 42 psi. I would run around 38 psi for all around ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Signguy: +1Shinko 777 Recommended PSI

6 posts, last by:

Signguy

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Apes
MartyN8677: Curious if these are comfortable for long rides or just look great for cruising around? Seems like most handlebar risers talk about pulling your handlebars back and lower to alleviate shoulder strain ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
K Becker: My wife always said that I do have a nice ass must be the Ape ??? woohoo:Apes

5 posts, last by:

K Becker

In: Introductions, 5/17/2013, 26 replies
Subject: Hello from the Great Lakes State!
wadepiehl91: I was looking for web sites that would help me to find out how to modify my stock exhausts when I stumbled upon this site. After reading a few how to's , I can say I'm excited to be a part of the community ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
jonesiejohn: Hello from the Great Lakes State!

27 posts, last by:

jonesiejohn

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 18 replies
Subject: suburban Oklahoma city getting hammered right now.
Blackroadie: 5 pm news (eastern time) talking about a suburban Oklahoma city ( moore) just got hit with a tornado.... 2 elementary schools in the direct path as schools in session.....homes and business's destroyed ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
RedRooster: Thx! All is well here and very very minor compared to those who endured the direct hit. I can't stop ...suburban Oklahoma city getting hammered right now.

19 posts, last by:

RedRooster

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 24 replies
Subject: Intervention Needed
MartyN8677: Hi, my name is Marty, and I can't stop spending money on accessories for my Roadstar. I really thought I got a great deal purchasing my bike. But, it was all stock. Since then, I have added an ED ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
MartyN8677: Love your paint job Firedog. So, how much is a custom paint job?Intervention Needed

25 posts, last by:

MartyN8677

In: Introductions, 5/20/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Hello from Rhode Island!!
Supergm7: Lots of great stuff here. I've finally wanted to post and had to go "official" I just picked up my 2003 RS XV1600: 26,000 miles Paid $3400 took off the windshield oil change- Mobile1 20-50 syn ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Firedog: :welcome: from Southeast TexasHello from Rhode Island!!

12 posts, last by:

Firedog

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Rear brake gone wild
K Becker: When for a ride this past weekend, after going down this big hill lost rear brake did not really use it that much on the way down, no oil leak everything seem to be OK keep on riding for a while and the ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
K Becker: Yes! that was what we figured happen. Thank you !Rear brake gone wild

3 posts, last by:

K Becker

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Studding non studded bags
Jonathan: Is there an easy way to add studs to a new bag set I'm getting?

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
t0rqed: Maybe even a vajazzle kit?! That come with a wax ? :lol:Studding non studded bags

7 posts, last by:

t0rqed

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: tornado
seminole_bob: 2nd day of severe weather here. Man i'm tired of this. Guess it's time to install a storm shelter. Shawnee Oklahoma hit yesterday by a tornado lots of people lost homes and some lives. Today it hit south ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
River: +1 Bob.tornado

3 posts, last by:

River

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Rain Gear and trip accessories
RoadiesRock05: I am taking a trip this weekend to Duluth, MN. I am leaving Wednesday and returning Monday. The forecast calls for rain :( Any opinions about what is the best rain gear to get for a good price? I would ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
noangel: try these guys on ebay nwironhorse ive got the one piece and it work very well better than the two piece ...Rain Gear and trip accessories

12 posts, last by:

noangel

In: Bolt Ons, 4/9/2012, 26 replies
Subject: 10" apes w/ stock cables , wires ?
DropkickFace: Trying to get definitive answer on will 10" apes work with stock cables & wiring ? , more specific .... What 10" ape bar dimensions work ? Width , pullback, center width etc... Thanks, James

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Supergm7: I would have told you to try and find someone with apes to let you give it a spin. Not trying ...10" apes w/ stock cables , wires ?

27 posts, last by:

Supergm7

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/20/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Throttle Fest Chicago in June
Signalman68: Anyone planning on riding to Chicago in June for Throttlefest? Would love to see a bunch of Roadstars up there. I'll be riding with about six Harleys, showing them the way of course on Friday and Saturday. ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Signalman68: Well, Big Jackyl fan here (Saturday) and Vince Neil is on Friday. The other days... I'm not ...Throttle Fest Chicago in June

10 posts, last by:

Signalman68

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 800 replies
Subject: 2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9
Darn: OK folks, I talked it over with Scootergirl, I think we can throw an awesome M&G here in Green Bay with a day ride up to and around Door County including some awesome rustic roads along lake Michigan (probably ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Greysnake: Only 199 more to go:laugh: :laugh:2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9

801 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Body/Frame, 5/20/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Question for audio guys
samw: Getting ready to mount the stereo in my fairing and I was wondering since I have a marine stereo is it necessary to use a cover? The bike stays in the shop at night unless I'm traveling,but I do ride in ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
RabidRoadie: When we install systems in boats they all get covers, and for the majority of those installs the radios ...Question for audio guys

4 posts, last by:

RabidRoadie

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/19/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Winter mods before and after take 2
RoadiesRock05: Here is my attempt to upload my pics with photobucket.

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
DAVECS1: I love my wife but holy smokes, that lady could burn the joint down. Oh yea the bike looks good too ...Winter mods before and after take 2

17 posts, last by:

DAVECS1

In: Maintenance, 5/20/2013, 8 replies
Subject: "Clanking"/metallic rattle on pull away & cruising
Schweeet Daddy T: Ok so on pull away and when coasting or cruising with very little throttle there is this metal like clanking sound from what sounds like the front part of the engine to the left side. If I had to describe ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Penguin: While you are checking stuff, my clanking was coming from the chrome belt guard rattling"Clanking"/metallic rattle on pull away & cruising

9 posts, last by:

Penguin

In: Bolt Ons, 5/19/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Too much of a good thing . . ?
maxtnet: I do love the sound of the V & H long shot slashed pipes which I use with the V & H Quite baffles (packed with 1/4" thick fiberglass), however when going on longer trips, the sound starts to get annoying. ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
maxtnet: Great! I will give Smartpartz a try. Thanks! At $70/pair it's well worth it.Too much of a good thing . . ?

9 posts, last by:

maxtnet

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 19 replies
Subject: I'm gonna be a grandfather
Claymeister: Its has officially been announced today. Of course I have known for a couple weeks... My daughter(24y) is going to be a mommy. That makes me going to be : A Grandfather ! Yea. She is due in mid ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Penguin: Congrats. Hope it all goes as smoothly as possibleI'm gonna be a grandfather

20 posts, last by:

Penguin

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: stock studded seats
Roadie_Shane: im looking to sale(+ship) or trade these, just show me what you got. look ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Roadie_Shane: can't argue there. but then again there is always someone looking! just looking to see what i could ...stock studded seats

3 posts, last by:

Roadie_Shane

In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 18 replies
Subject: trailer hitch template arrived
HEAVY METAL: I want to give a special thanks to grayphart for going the extra distance and sending me a template for making trailer hitch for my 03' road*. the template arrived today and the wifey told me to get me ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
HEAVY METAL: Let me do some research on this and then come up with a number for you.trailer hitch template arrived

19 posts, last by:

HEAVY METAL

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Hey KAI..
VikingWarhorse: You ended this vid about 50 yards from my old house!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uykKGZTid8I&list=UUJMgBYkhCDNNuZM9buYDOvg

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
VikingWarhorse: I now live just down the road from there in Loveland. But I lived 5 houses east of the post office right ...Hey KAI..

4 posts, last by:

VikingWarhorse

In: Maintenance, 5/16/2013, 29 replies
Subject: Front end feeling
rox: Went for a ride on the 04 RS tonight and experienced a front end issue. At most any speed if I sway the bike from side to side I feel what I describe as a grind. It happens both left and right sway. I ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: Pretty simple to tighten up the steering head and it will make it feel much better. We will be here if ...Front end feeling

30 posts, last by:

blue_star

In: Miscellaneous, 5/13/2013, 21 replies
Subject: cleaning
Sparks500: Out the garage. One set stock exhaust drilled to stage 3. Free, Chicago area pickup only One set stock exhaust. Free, Chicago area pickup only. Stock seats. The drivers seat was experimented ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Sparks500: Happy you're happy. I'm happy to give them a good home, wife's happy they're out of the garage. Everybody ...cleaning

22 posts, last by:

Sparks500

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 22 replies
Subject: Two different worlds
Deerkiller: So, yesterday, me and a buddy took a long ride on our sportbikes. Me on my R1, he on his Ducati 848. Found a nice twisty road along the Maumee River. The farther away we got from the city, the less traffic ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Doc_V: Yah, there's an art to setting up the suspension on modern sport bikes. There's a guy out here called ...Two different worlds

23 posts, last by:

Doc_V

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 1 reply
Subject: V&H pro pipe carb setting
Sparks500: Just put on the pro pipe and now I could use some suggestions for the carb settings. When I got the bike, it had v&h long shots on it, and it has a jet kit. Which one i have no idea. I'm getting some popping ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
davej: If you look to see what jetting you currently have it might be a good indicator as to what jet kit you ...V&H pro pipe carb setting

2 posts, last by:

davej

In: Miscellaneous, 3/13/2013, 394 replies
Subject: RSC Pay it Forward Thread
GreenMachine: Hey guys. Greyphart recently sent me a fuel pump cover free of charge, and only asked that I pay it forward. Thanks greyphart! :) In the spirit of generosity so often found around here I had what I ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Jonathan: If anyone has the left stock windshield mounting hardware, mine is cracked.RSC Pay it Forward Thread

395 posts, last by:

Jonathan

In: Bolt Ons, 5/20/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Extra Part Free
tarcon: Any one need a stock backrest?

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
MountainCruiser: That would be awesome! PM sent.Extra Part Free

2 posts, last by:

MountainCruiser

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Paying it forward
The Sheepdog: 1 new stock R* spring 1 840lb Goldwing spring(Gone) Free to good homes I also have a Kury Twin velocity. This is the Jona Model. Went from him and has changed hands a few times I think. It ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: Bump for the Sheepdog. :)Paying it forward

8 posts, last by:

blue_star

In: Electrical/Electronics, 5/20/2013, 1 reply
Subject: HELP! How do you open the wire bundle clip?
Doc_V: I'm trying to replace my speed sensor and can't even figure out how to open the plastic clip, that holds the bundle of wires together, located under the side cover. It's not like the other clips used for ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
GNR10: I think you have to mash it sideways (well to make it comealoose). Seems when I put Erb Wires in I just ...HELP! How do you open the wire bundle clip?

2 posts, last by:

GNR10

In: Bolt Ons, 5/14/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Fitment - What fits what ?
SoCali Rider: I've tried searching past threads looking for answers to some of my questions as to what will fit what, and I realize you can make anything fit with a little effort ! My reasoning is that I like changing ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Tug: It's simple, ghost brackets and easy brackets don't give any support to the bottom of the bags like the ...Fitment - What fits what ?

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