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Make your own PnP Favorite by Sparks500 [Page: 1...5,6,7]
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Harley rear master cylinder question by EddieDe [Page: 1,2]
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Trying to be patient....... by RSTAR99 [Page: 1,2]
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barnet clutch conversion done by Rhinowilli
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Barnett Clutch install by JLSANTANA
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Fixing the Starter Spin Problem by GervaisB [Page: 1,2,3]
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Fairing brackets needed..and a little tech support by RSTAR99
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Stock exhaust Stage 1, 2, 3 effect on EFI bikes by TDOGG [Page: 1,2,3]
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Drill the Stock Exhaust (stage 1 by pcso159 [Page: 1,2,3]
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Issues with the Barnett Clutch by MMLimited [Page: 1,2]
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08 RS refuses to start below 40-45 by ATCH [Page: 1,2,3]
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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/25/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Memorial Day for the Clinic
Curt: The wife made this for the Clinic for Memorial Day.
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Tug: Very nice! Thank you! It's people like her that make the sacrifice worth it.Memorial Day for the Clinic
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Tug
In: Technical Discussions, 5/24/2013, 21 replies
Subject: So who's coming to remove my AIS
FASHER:
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
t0rqed: +1So who's coming to remove my AIS
22 posts, last by:
t0rqed
In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/25/2013, 5 replies
Subject: San Antonio flooded
blue_star: This ain't good. Any clinic members down in that area? Mother nature isn't being very good to people this year. :(
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
t0rqed: Come to Texas they said... Great roads and weather they said... Almost never rains they said... Sunny ...San Antonio flooded
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t0rqed
In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?
pastornj: Alright all you Texas Roadie riders B) The weather should be fine Sat-Mon 5/25-27/13 :) :) I intend to do some more riding B) in the great state of Texas before we pack up to go back to North Carolina ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
MartyN8677: do you guys want to plan a ride for Monday morning? I can do that. Just let me know.Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?
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MartyN8677
In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/25/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Progressive spring
Sparks500: I'm running stock suspension now, and, after reading about air ride, progressive springs, Barons springs, and the Roadwing conversion, I'm curious as to the advantages. I rarely ride two up, and when I ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
smokescreens: Even though i sell the roadwings i will say if your happy why mess with it? Im not sure how many miles ...Progressive spring
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smokescreens
In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 25 replies
Subject: Taking the Road Star plunge
DeweyV65: As you can tell from my user name I have a Honda Magna V65 and few of you saw the mean machine at the M&G down in Iowa last year, and know how many problems I had with it. Well I am finally working on ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
silver_fox: He's closer. I put money down for the guy to hold it till Kevin gets to the bank. Rides nice. Has H-D ...Taking the Road Star plunge
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silver_fox
In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 3 replies
Subject: I thnk I'm in love!!
Signguy: http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/mcy/3761716982.html
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Rayjay: Looks like a good deal. Seller doesn't say how many miles on her. Lots of extras though! B) RayI thnk I'm in love!!
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Rayjay
In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Sorry but another Tire question
Edge51: My son has an 03 with a Bridgestone on the front. rear is flat and he's about 750 miles from home...his option is to mount aq 150 Metzler on the rear. Any comments? Yes or definitely NO? input is ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Edge51: thanks blue_star...that's exactly what I was concerned about..and Tug...it's not a whitewall.so ...Sorry but another Tire question
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Edge51
In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 22 replies
Subject: Bikes, Blues, & BBQ
Mudball: New event this weekend in Elizabethtown, KY and I'm stuck on the side lines. I had knee replacement 6 weeks ago and it's most likely be another six week before I'll be able to get back on the bike. If ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Scooter76: Blue_star, you know me too well ...dancing naked on tables ;):woohoo: :laugh:Bikes, Blues, & BBQ
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Scooter76
In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/25/2013, 6 replies
Subject: long ride shields
sctnmart: just wondering if anybody that has a Reckless fairing (or any fairing) that has gone for their windshield to a long ride windshield. wondering if it's worth the extra money ($40). I would like to go to ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Edge51: +1 on giving LRS a call. I went with 9" recurved, tinted and etched and love it. I have a HD ...long ride shields
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Edge51
In: Jetting, 5/10/2013, 40 replies
Subject: is this Svs?
willy6501: hey folks. I think I may have a case of Svs but I'm not 100% certain. my 2004 roadie will run good for the firs couple of miles and then start acting up with sputtering, backfiring and flames coming from ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
BTM. Samson: Roadiemort replied: Samson i guess you did not bother to read any of the previous posts Thanks for ...is this Svs?
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BTM. Samson
In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Curt's Lowers Bonus
MartyN8677: So, I picked up my lowers from Curt today, I live about a half hour away. They look great and made a big difference after they were put on. Really enjoyed meeting Curt, seeing his shop, and just visiting ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Curt: Enjoyed your visit and you have a great bike, yours is the first FI R* that I have ridden. You get your ...Curt's Lowers Bonus
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Curt
In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Considering selling
PhatRJ: Seriously considering selling. Would love to swap the bike out for a classic car that would better fit our lifestyle. B) Was thinking about asking $7500 as is sits now. 2005 Midnight edition, 36k, ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
roadtoad1: if you get rid of it, you will regret it!Considering selling
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roadtoad1
In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Broke my cylinder head breather fitting
Signguy: Broke my cylinder head breather fitting...now what? I plugged it but will this do damage? How do I get it out to change it?
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Signguy: Must be a secret. :huh: Either that or he's busy blowing a seal. :laugh: :laugh: I took the fitting ...Broke my cylinder head breather fitting
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Signguy
In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 2 replies
Subject: HD Sportster vs Yamaha Bolt drag race
greyphart: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQw_uNp2vHk
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
jd750ace: A 1200 sportster would slaughter it. They are around 3 seconds quicker in the 1/4 than the 883.HD Sportster vs Yamaha Bolt drag race
3 posts, last by:
jd750ace
In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Stratoliner Front Wheel?
Uno979: Yes that's right! It is very much a clean front wheel for UNDER $120!!! Free Shipping!! I would grab it but my $$ is tied up on down payment for a home.. I hope someone on this forum grabs it!! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-Stratoliner-Roadliner-Front-Rim-/151049653948?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item232b42cebc&vxp=mtr
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Questcap: It's got a few more days to go... as it gets close to ending, I think I'll make a bid for it. If no one ...Stratoliner Front Wheel?
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Questcap
In: Bolt Ons, 5/25/2013
Subject: Mutazu bags mounting question
T_rum: I haven't posted here in a long time, but still lurk the forum quite often. I've got my bke up and running (need to update profile pic) and have started going on long enough rides to warrant getting saddle ...
Mutazu bags mounting question
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T_rum
In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 856 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, 5/25/2013
Stephini3: Jim, make sure I stay one drink ahead of you. MAYBE I won't retain the memories. :huh: :blink: ...2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9
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Stephini3
In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/24/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Free R* modified RK right nacelle half
GreenMachine: I replaced my scratched right side Road King nacelle half, so I thought I would pass it along if anyone is interested. It has some good scratches on it so it would mostly be a candidate for someone interested ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
GreenMachine: Bump. Anyone?Free R* modified RK right nacelle half
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GreenMachine
In: Miscellaneous, 5/24/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Warden's Latest Graffiti
jeckes: Just got them in the mail and on. Thanks Jim!:)You do excellent work! And yeah, I know the little dot is missing in the R:angry: My wife already pointed it out:blush: [img ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Chromeinator: Looks Great very B)Warden's Latest Graffiti
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Chromeinator
In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Got JTD hard lowers in
River: Got the JTD hard lowers in today, they sure don't fit a Roadstar with 1 1/2 Cobra fatty. The one they sent are just for general highway bars. Not much pleased with their roughed out crap for $200.00 ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
River: Thanks for the info Kai. I laced the wire ties through the small holes at the top, then bent them down ...Got JTD hard lowers in
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River
In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 4 replies
Subject: quick release backrest luggage rack.
smokescreens: Anyone have one that they want to part with? I put in the vaca time for the green bay M&G and could use it to bring some "GOODIES" with me.
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
smokescreens: thanks for the offer bro but i have the oem quick release backrest. yamaha does make a QR rack for it ...quick release backrest luggage rack.
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smokescreens
In: Miscellaneous, 5/25/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Great customer service
chiefriceburner: I just wanted to give Geno a plug. He is who makes lowering brackets for our saddlebags. I called to talk to him yesterday and he answered right away. He took the time to explain how they mount and offered ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
1700cc: Yup! Got Genos brackets on my bike. Great guy, great product. :)Great customer service
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1700cc
In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 28 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, 5/25/2013
greyphart: Not quite. Lantz72 is the artist using sketchup. He sent it to me verifying the look and I archived ...trailer hitch template arrived
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greyphart
In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Looking for a mechanic I can trust
Picacho1: So I'm new to this and I know, I'm supposed to fix all my own stuff but.....I bought my Road Star Silverado from a guy last fall ( 05 1700) with about 6400 miles on it. Ditched the AIS and am wondering ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Picacho1: Hey erbman - beleive I bought a set of wires from you in early April. Went in kinda tight underneath, ...Looking for a mechanic I can trust
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Picacho1
In: Maintenance, 5/24/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Alignment/tire wear: does 1/8 - 3/16" affect wear?
Sawtooth: Hi Folks, forgive the NOOB question, I did try a search. When I introduced myself a couple of days ago I said that my rear tire is almost completely worn on the left but almost brand new on the right. ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Sawtooth: Wow, don't know why had not thought of this. Thanks MS 1700! I have a bicycle spoke that will be perfect ...Alignment/tire wear: does 1/8 - 3/16" affect wear?
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Sawtooth
In: Pics of My Ride, 5/24/2013, 10 replies
Subject: A little weekend R&R
Jonesie05:
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
PhatRJ: Sunday's lookin good for me. Martorius meet you on 70 at Dayton. Wait, we were all invited right? :P ...A little weekend R&R
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PhatRJ
In: Body/Frame, 5/18/2013, 40 replies
Subject: roadstar chop-west coast inspired
Sntcareers: I have been a lurker for years, finally pulled the trigger on modding my 06 1700. I sent my stock frame off to Ardcore Choppers in Indianapolis for all the frame work. Jon was awesome to deal with and ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Sntcareers: Semi- satin black, with charcoal ghost tribal Similar to this: roadstar chop-west coast inspired
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Sntcareers
In: Bolt Ons, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Extra Part Free
tarcon: Any one need a stock backrest?
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
azbto: i'm looking for a backrest, please let me know if still available.Extra Part Free
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azbto
In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 20 replies
Subject: Pay it Forward
StarRN: I have a set of Küryaken SwingWing Pegs up for grabs. If you happen to be heading to the meet and greet in Green Bay, they can be yours for a few beers for the little lady and I.. Otherwise let me ...
Latest reply, 5/25/2013
azbto: I'm looking for passenger backrest upright, anybody know where I can get one?Pay it Forward
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azbto




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