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In: Bolt Ons, 11/2/2009, 8 replies
Subject: Apehanger install questions
BamaRoadStar: Hey guys. I just bought some 18" apehangers for my 2005 roadstar. This will be my first handlebar install so I will be asking many questions. My first two questions follow. Thanks for your help in advance. 1) ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
BamaRoadStar: Ok, bars are on and bike rides good. Everything works.........except. The bike will not idle (or turn ...Apehanger install questions

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BamaRoadStar

In: Miscellaneous, 8/10/2009, 20 replies
Subject: Sad but Happy Today
RoadstarB: Well, I knew this day was comming,,,I sold my bike today, about all I can say for now,,,,I gave the guy as good of a deal anyone can get,,, kinda took a beating, but it's time for me to move on. I told ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Greysnake: Ditto on what PaPaTom said.;) Martin.Sad but Happy Today

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Greysnake

In: Jetting, 11/6/2009, 16 replies
Subject: bike cuts out at idle
Apache Dave: i have a 2006 silverado and when i am at idle and crack into it it stalls and sometimes actually quits running. it will also do this sometimes when i come to a stop light and pull in the clutch. if i ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Tabatha: OK, now I am logged on correctly...:rolleyes: :rolleyes: Good luck to you and I will follow up if all ...bike cuts out at idle

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Tabatha

In: Bike Talk, 11/7/2009, 5 replies
Subject: nevermind
TROB: i was told by a member on here to use the m1 101 but the hole is too small for the bolt on the bike. Im about to blow up because of having to go to autozone 2 times, and walmart 2 times for 4 different ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Greysnake: Well at least you didn't sling the hammer:blink: or did you:laugh: :laugh: Know exactly how you feel.;)nevermind

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Greysnake

In: Bolt Ons, 11/7/2009, 1 reply
Subject: Best Intake
mkonantz: Hey everybody Gathering intel on what is the best intake/airbox out there for proven HP/TRQ gains. I recently put on a PCS monster pro pipe and took it to the dyno for a tune and it turns out Baron's ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
BigBoyinMS: I can only tell you what's working for me. I have a K&N universal if I had started with a stock airbox ...Best Intake

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BigBoyinMS

In: Maintenance, 11/7/2009, 11 replies
Subject: Well, what do i do now? stripped carb bolts
TROB: well, i need some advice. The bike has been a big headache today and now it just got worse. I was trying to take the float bowl off the carb to try and clean it out and those crappy philips head bolts ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Greysnake: BigboyinMS is right.They areM4-.70x10. And those phillips screws strip easy because they are made to ...Well, what do i do now? stripped carb bolts

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Greysnake

In: Bike Talk, 11/7/2009, 7 replies
Subject: 4 quarts?
easyrider003: I read somewhere earlier this morning than even when you drain all the oil out of the motor using both bolts, there is still about 1 quart left in the motor and really no way to get the oil out without ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Greysnake: And before you start to pull the plugs spray a little WD-40 around them and that will help them come ...4 quarts?

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Greysnake

In: Introductions, 11/7/2009, 10 replies
Subject: An other lurker coming in from the cold.
Jmac: Hello Everyone This rainy afternoon has forced me inside so I figured I would finally take the time to join the Clinic. I know there are a couple of fellow Washingtonians here so a "Hi neighbors" to ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Greysnake: :welcome: Jim. Glad you came in out of the cold.:laugh:An other lurker coming in from the cold.

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Greysnake

In: Bolt Ons, 11/7/2009
Subject: Passenger floorboards
Transam1: Anyone out there have some used Passenger floorboards they want to get rid of. The factory ones, Cobras or Barons are fine. Let me know and maybe we can come up with something. Thanks, Chris
Passenger floorboards

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Transam1

In: Jetting, 11/7/2009, 4 replies
Subject: Love/Hate Carb Relationship
JDoza: Hello All, I attached a Dyno Run that I had done on the 25th of Oct. I was mainly interested in the AFR to see if my "Butt Dyno" was tuned. I was surprised by the results... 06 Cast Wheel Dyna Module ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
JDoza: Ken gave me the bad news back when I got the carb... I just changed my PMS from 2 turns out to 2 1/2 ...Love/Hate Carb Relationship

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JDoza

In: Maintenance, 11/5/2009, 16 replies
Subject: Another Oil Question
nsp261: Plain and simple, have used Rotello oil in diesel engines for years and have no problem changing oil in my recently acquired Roadstar. I don't mind spending the money for Mobil 1 or Amzoil or Royal Purple ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Transam1: I just picked up my 01 about 6 weeks ago and I'm thinking I'll go to Rotella 15-40 synthetic. Used it ...Another Oil Question

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Transam1

In: Article Discussions, 11/7/2009, 1 reply
Subject: need video
umaga: someone can help to modify my 1100yamaha exhaust

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
PapaTom: umaga you might get a better response from a forum that deals with 1100s, like: need video

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PapaTom

In: Bike Talk, 10/25/2009, 27 replies
Subject: Help! * electrical power gone!
Ratl: Last night when I went out to my bike to head home, I pulled the choke, popped it into nuetral and turn the key to the on position. The lights turned on, the gauges lit up and the needles started to cycle. ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Ratl: I have a fellow who works for me part time, who has a Kawasaki Vulcan VN750. He left the shop ...Help! * electrical power gone!

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Ratl

In: Jetting, 11/7/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Problems with 03 Roadstar. Need advice
shustring: When I get on it through the gears at the higher RPM's it cuts out and looses power. I pull to the side of the road and it sounds like it is starving for fuel. I changed the fuel filter and the pick up ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
davej: :welcome: Go to the forum search box and type in "missing at high reves" and read the post from bikerbob2. ...Problems with 03 Roadstar. Need advice

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davej

In: Miscellaneous, 11/6/2009, 29 replies
Subject: Death
chico: A fellow biker has died today,it was my uncle..... just got his bike back together from a crash a couple of month ago,and yesturday he had a brain anurism explode in the back of his head,and ended up brain ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Transam1: I'm sure he was with you. vayo con dios brother, ChrisDeath

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Transam1

In: Bolt Ons, 11/7/2009, 2 replies
Subject: yamaha performance exhaust questions...
WUWU20: any thoughts on these pipes? a sound clip would be killer is anyone has one, require jetting??

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Erbman02: Usually just changing pipes need nothing more than an adjustment to the pilot screw, if that. ...yamaha performance exhaust questions...

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Erbman02

In: Introductions, 11/3/2009, 34 replies
Subject: Howdy from Georgia!!
Dweise: Hi there. I've had my Roadstar 1700 for over a year now. I really enjoy riding it. I love the awsome power it has compared to the V-Star I previously owned. But sometimes I wish I never changed the exhaust ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
rand1965: :welcome: Howdy from Georgia!!

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rand1965

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 10/6/2009, 19 replies
Subject: PLEASE HELP AND BEWARE OF THESE SCAMMERS !!!!
easyrider003: I was wondering if anyone has had any dealing with "Great American Reader"? I am kinda ashamed to say this because I fell for it. Basically it sounded 100% legitimate without a doubt. They called and said ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
IMTopGun1: B) Well Mike, I think it's time YOU start harassing them. 1st, try this approach ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5z4Vs26-TI&feature=player_embedded :laugh: ...PLEASE HELP AND BEWARE OF THESE SCAMMERS !!!!

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IMTopGun1

In: Introductions, 11/6/2009, 21 replies
Subject: Greetings and Thanks!
atlvfr: You guys are the best! This website and the information/help provided by the members became a major influence in my decision to own a R*. I had always liked and owned V-twins (sport bikes and cruisers) ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
snowman54: Hiya & Welcome :welcome:Greetings and Thanks!

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snowman54

In: Introductions, 11/6/2009, 22 replies
Subject: hello
Apache Dave: hi all, my name is dave and i am from missouri. i have a 2006 roadstar silverado. i just bought my wife a bike and we pretty much ride non-stop now. safe trails

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
snowman54: Hiya & welcome:welcome:hello

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snowman54

In: Pics of My Ride, 11/4/2009, 30 replies
Subject: Here is pics of the new bags and tricky air
bmatpt: Here are some pics of the new additions http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm278/bmatpt/bikepics130-1-1.jpg http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm278/bmatpt/bikepics125-1.jpg http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm278/bmatpt/bikepics133-1.jpg http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm278/bmatpt/bikepics029.jpg http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm278/bmatpt/bikepics139.jpg

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
pvrider: Part 4 of 4 (Let try this one) Here is pics of the new bags and tricky air

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pvrider

In: Bike Talk, 11/7/2009, 5 replies
Subject: parts prices
tootall: hi guys parts prices here in the uk are crazy. i just got a clutch cover gasket and the small spring on top of the cover and they cost 21 dollers, is that expensive or what.

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Curt: Clifford I just sent you a PM.:) Then I saw this.:laugh:parts prices

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Curt

In: Bike Talk, 11/4/2009, 38 replies
Subject: Winter riding gear
coolalexrex: Anybody have good advice on winter gear? Looking for sites with decent prices, quality jackets and LARGE sizes! (gloves are damn near impossible for me to find)Ride on!

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Tusler: I use to ride in the snow in Ogden Utah when I was stationed up at Hill AFB. I used a snowmobile suitB) ...Winter riding gear

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Tusler

In: Bolt Ons, 10/10/2009, 17 replies
Subject: driver backrest
smokinstar1: What is best bolt on driver backrest with compatible with factory seat. I'd rather not buy a new seat.

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
kurtfriedrich: so I bought this used one from Sailrider. Great person to deal with, thanks! I love this Kuryakyn, ...driver backrest

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kurtfriedrich

In: Body/Frame, 11/4/2009, 12 replies
Subject: Slowly but surely cleaning up
CPORetired: The rear fender that is, working on a very tight budget so doing things little by little, and to be honest kinda stole the basis of THIS idea from Fireman (Thanks for the info by the way Fireman). My initial ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
The Gardener: facebook and myspace also work fairly decent to stock your images. the actual act we perform is called ...Slowly but surely cleaning up

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The Gardener

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/7/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Biker wedding
smhowse: This is hilarious! http://www.revchuck.com/BikerWeddingsAndRenewals.html Steven

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
old dog: Why does the phrase "up chuck" come to mind? :unsure::lol: :lol:Biker wedding

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old dog

In: Technical Discussions, 9/27/2009, 39 replies
Subject: Iridium Plugs... Once Again
2ringstar: Went to my local Meijer's store and bought Autolite XP4164 Iridium plugs. Price per plug is $5.99 and there is a $2 rebate per plug so I said, what the heck. Installed them as packaged... didn't gap them. ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
PapaTom: Nope. Just put 'em in and ride Cappdawg.Iridium Plugs... Once Again

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PapaTom

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/5/2009, 16 replies
Subject: Ask Not Who The Bell Tolls For ...
IMTopGun1: B) This is a good and honorable thing David Hall is doing.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7j64VgM8-4 :innocent:

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
Aussie John: Very moving, dont think I could do itAsk Not Who The Bell Tolls For ...

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Aussie John

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 11/7/2009
Subject: last michigan ride?
buschman: anyone close to middleville michigan? will meet @ champs tavern 1:00 pm Sunday 11/8. no clue to where the ride is going or how long.:woohoo:
last michigan ride?

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buschman

In: Maintenance, 11/7/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Oil, Spark Plug, Air Pressure, Sea Foam Questions.
easyrider003: What is the best synthetic motor oil that you guys use? Has anyone ever used screaming eagle oil? Do you have to remove the gas ...

Latest reply, 11/7/2009
davej: 1, Oil -too contraversial of a subject to start. They are all good take your pick. 2, Spark pugs- yes ...Oil, Spark Plug, Air Pressure, Sea Foam Questions.

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davej

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