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In: Bolt Ons, 7/29/2010, 8 replies
Subject: Performance Time...opinions Needed
ajbonner: So...finally done for now with the cosmetic upgrades, and want to play around with my performance. Initial plan is to get components as I can convince the wife. Looking at air kit, ported manifold, iridium ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
ajbonner: Curt...now that I am diving into these mods...I need to come chat with you. I think you changed ...Performance Time...opinions Needed

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ajbonner

In: Maintenance, 6/24/2010, 46 replies
Subject: CARB PUKING ? THEN READ THIS .
scottw: HI GUYS.ALL you with carb puke issues need to extend the fuel overflow hose to drain/dump fuel out below your bikes for if/when your carb pukes just like i have been trying to get you guys to do for months ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
deadlion: Thanks again, Scott. I'll report back on how things go.CARB PUKING ? THEN READ THIS .

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deadlion

In: Bolt Ons, 4/30/2010, 37 replies
Subject: Who makes a really loud exhaust?
moespeeds: Ok, where can I get a really loud, obnoxious exhaust pipe for my roadstar? The louder, the better. I'm gonna wrap it so the finish isn't important.

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
VikingWarhorse: Excellent, I just picked up set (see sig pic) off eBay for $100. I was hoping they were LOUD! ...Who makes a really loud exhaust?

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VikingWarhorse

In: Technical Discussions, 7/28/2010, 5 replies
Subject: What is the torque for the front axle bolt?
kenp2600: I just took the front wheel off on my new Roadie and reversed it because some dummy at the dealership put the front tire/wheel on backward. Can someone quickly tell me the torque spec for the front axle ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Crusierbob: Much better answer than my Really Tight and pretty tight. B) :)What is the torque for the front axle bolt?

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Crusierbob

In: Electrical/Electronics, 7/29/2010, 11 replies
Subject: Bike is Completely Dead - Where do I Start?
Dutchman: I was putting the bike back together after a few mods and when I hooked up the battery, the bike was dead. Completely dead - speedo does not reset and the headlight does not even have a glimmer of light. ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Crusierbob: Sorry Dutchman, someone here can help with fuse type, as I have never even looked at the main fuse. ...Bike is Completely Dead - Where do I Start?

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Crusierbob

In: Bike Talk, 7/28/2010, 14 replies
Subject: Question on spark plugs
Marcus: For those who say there are no stupid questions... Get ready! I was looking at all the routine maintenance for my 2009 Roadstar just to get an understanding of what I will need to do and when it comes ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Mr. J Rock / Schism: cool, thanks!Question on spark plugs

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Mr. J Rock / Schism

In: Body/Frame, 7/28/2010, 6 replies
Subject: Flat rack to mount trunk
bofish: Does anyone have a flat rack to mount rear trunk with wrap around back rest for a 07 roadstar. No sissy bar mount. Thanks Bofish

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
ultrastar: OK here it is, Bofish I need to know the hight you won't Flat rack to mount trunk

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ultrastar

In: Introductions, 7/28/2010, 20 replies
Subject: Icelandic
Ingi: Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and just wanted to introduce my self . I'm a owner to a Wild-Star 1600, 2002, that had 13000 km when I bought it in February this year, now it's got 16700 km on ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Dangerdug: Welcome to the forum. I spent one year and six days in Iceland back in 1983-1984 while in the USAF. ...Icelandic

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Dangerdug

In: Bike Talk, 7/3/2010, 8 replies
Subject: Smartpartz Hard Kore baffles - my review
Marcus: Exhaust - Cobra Speedster Slashdowns Baron's Big Air Kit (BAK) Smartpartz.com Hard Kore Baffles I have thought my Cobra's were pretty damn loud ever since I bought them. ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Busta: I put in a set on my 3" HK's too. Just did it a week ago, and am very pleased with the sound. Bike is ...Smartpartz Hard Kore baffles - my review

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Busta

In: Vendors and Dealers, 7/29/2010, 3 replies
Subject: Where's the "for sale" forum?
SonoraGoose: I've been away for awhile. What happened to the for sale page? A buddy is in need of a rear fender for his '02.

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Darn: Where have you been? :blink:Where's the "for sale" forum?

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Darn

In: Technical Discussions, 7/28/2010, 8 replies
Subject: Erbman, Curt..Size for oversized manifold o-rings?
BigBoyinMS: What size are the oversized o-rings for the manifold? I guess the Nemisis has a larger diameter groove. I ordered a set of oversized o-rings using the info that I got in a search here ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
BigBoyinMS: Ditto +1! Sure glad to hear that!Erbman, Curt..Size for oversized manifold o-rings?

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BigBoyinMS

In: Technical Discussions, 7/29/2010, 4 replies
Subject: hands off riding
rvrrunner: I have a 1999 R* with about 8K miles total. Just put new tires on the bike plus new windshield (tall plastic). I've had the bike about 4 months and put 3K miles on it myself so pretty familiar with it. I've ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
fastjohnny: Is there a procedure for checking the alignment on the front end here on the clinic?hands off riding

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fastjohnny

In: Maintenance, 7/28/2010, 8 replies
Subject: Oil Change---Quieter Engine
Yakman: I changed oil last night and was surprised at how much quieter the engine sounded on the test ride after I was done. I am using Suzuki 15-50 synthetic and recall noting the same difference when I changed ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
scottw: Yakman .just read the oil test rpt and it will make it a lost easier to make a decision on what oil you ...Oil Change---Quieter Engine

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scottw

In: Maintenance, 7/10/2010, 117 replies
Subject: CAR TIRE
tommy421960: Im pretty sure theres a thread about goin to the darkside. Does anybody have a car tite on the back of their RS? Can you put a CT on the 1600? Thanks TOMMY

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Darn: So he really didn't have ANY experience then? Change is hard for some, some people fought going to a ...CAR TIRE

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Darn

In: Miscellaneous, 7/28/2010, 10 replies
Subject: Seems like a good deal
Bonzaiii: This seems like a good deal, but does it look like the front bumper in on backwards? Check ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
BadBikerBob: Aerodynamically, the front fender flare (scientifically referred to as a "forward-facing dorsal protrusion" ...Seems like a good deal

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BadBikerBob

In: Bike Talk, 7/29/2010, 2 replies
Subject: Transmission recall, don't fall for the extra cost
Gohot229: A fiew days back there was a member who recounted his experiance of having had the transmission recall work done. In His post he told of how the Dealer threw in a valve adjustment for a hundred some odd ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Flashback: all 1600's....:)Transmission recall, don't fall for the extra cost

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Flashback

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 7/28/2010, 4 replies
Subject: RBG.COM
Synagris: Saw this site suggested by Brother Bofish here. Checked it out and saw the choices for hard bags and passenger back wrap around tp. What really stoked me the pre-painted choices and not withstanding the ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
louie: same stuff miatzu sells.i got the trunk.RBG.COM

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louie

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 7/23/2010, 56 replies
Subject: More Chicks
Reggie: Was bumming around the local HD shop today and was approached by the sales guy. He asked me what I ride, I told him. He said "those are great bikes, but you'll get more chicks with a harley". Is this true????!!!!! ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
kaisayson: My father who was always full of pearls of wisdom once told me it takes more than 20 miles and 10 ...More Chicks

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kaisayson

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/7/2010, 74 replies
Subject: fall M&G
ironman: anyone up for a fall M&G to wrap up the season ?

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Bushman52: bbbbbbumpfall M&G

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Bushman52

In: Miscellaneous, 7/12/2010, 9 replies
Subject: Good price for Roadhouse Dooley
SychoSly: What is a good price for a new set of roadhouse dooleys? Thanks.

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
Scotto: Or maybe its the fishtail ends you have on them. When I went from the slash cut ends to the taper ...Good price for Roadhouse Dooley

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Scotto

In: Maintenance, 6/15/2010, 13 replies
Subject: Oil leaked from drain plug
chieninhouston: Did the oil change on my 2002 over the weekend. Things went well, replaced the 17mm drain plug with the 14M 1.50 drain plug. After about 200 miles ride. Found a tiny amount of the oil under the engine. ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
chieninhouston: I don't think that will work. Whatever already reached the oil filter will be trapped there. Add ...Oil leaked from drain plug

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chieninhouston

In: Bolt Ons, 1/5/2010, 95 replies
Subject: Chrome Grab Bar orders
smhowse: Ok, I do NOT have the bars done yet waiting on the chromer. This is the list I have of interested parties. I have 8 bars getting chromed. I have enough parts (once I bend more tubing) to make 8 more. Chromed ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
cfinn1: Dang, I WANT one of these. Problem, I ride a vstar1300. Do you know if these will fit? If so you can ...Chrome Grab Bar orders

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cfinn1

In: Introductions, 7/28/2010, 24 replies
Subject: New Roadstar owner and member
SOCALROADSTAR: Hi everyone, I'm new to the forum and just wanted to say hi. I just bought a 2007 Roadstar that had 1600 miles on it. I live in Southern Cal. Retired from the Navy after 22 years. I look forward ...

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
billd: Hi Dale, :welcome: BillD in MichiganNew Roadstar owner and member

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billd

In: Pics of My Ride, 7/25/2010, 13 replies
Subject: Pic from The Dragon
fireman922: From the ride Ironman & I did earlier this week. Not my good side..:P

Latest reply, 7/29/2010
droptopcaddy: me slaying the dragon last yr Pic from The Dragon

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droptopcaddy

In: Bike Talk, 7/22/2010, 11 replies
Subject: Top Speed
BadBikerBob: Well, I've been itching to do it & today it was 95 degrees & I did it! I removed my windshield & lowers for the 1st time & rode it around town. I can't believe how much lighter the steering is! The whole ...

Latest reply, 7/28/2010
Mr. J Rock / Schism: I topped out my Rockstar at 205Kph or 127Mph and it wouldn't go any faster than that! I tried to be ...Top Speed

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Mr. J Rock / Schism

In: Miscellaneous, 7/27/2010, 15 replies
Subject: Yamaha Custom Cruise Seats
rfullmer71: Has anyone out there used the Yamaha accessories Custom Cruise Seats. I am looking for a reasonably priced seat better than my stock seat. I am heading out on a thousand mile ride and I will not make it ...

Latest reply, 7/28/2010
boatnsc: Pm sentYamaha Custom Cruise Seats

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boatnsc

In: Electrical/Electronics, 7/11/2010, 22 replies
Subject: No spark on front cylinder
Koyote63: I am going to invest in the repair manual tommorow but I have been reading the posts on this forum about ignition problems and I'm still at a loss for an answer. I ran into a light rain last friday on ...

Latest reply, 7/28/2010
scottw: Gald to hear you got it figured out and rnning better then it did prior to breking down. BYW,most ...No spark on front cylinder

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scottw

In: Bike Talk, 7/27/2010, 48 replies
Subject: Dismounting, Leftside or Rightside?
Darn: This might sound like a "Dumb Question" but I normally exit the bike on the "Kickstand" side of the bike, :side: but I've noticed lately a lot of people who exit the opposite side. What side do you exit ...

Latest reply, 7/28/2010
nightstar57: i can only get on and off from the left side..i dont know why but its just the way it works for me..:dry: ...Dismounting, Leftside or Rightside?

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nightstar57

In: Bike Talk, 7/27/2010, 8 replies
Subject: Kuryakyn Twin Velocity Plus Air Cleaner
rutanman: Has anyone had experience with a Twin Velocity Plus air cleaner on a R* 1700?

Latest reply, 7/28/2010
03LiquidSilver: Keep us posted on what you choose, Mine came with the bike when I bought it, but I'm open to new ...Kuryakyn Twin Velocity Plus Air Cleaner

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03LiquidSilver

In: Technical Discussions, 7/27/2010, 4 replies
Subject: teering head bearing replacements?
tatooz529: Is there a cheaper quicker replacement than the yamaha specific ones? Can I take these and goto the auto parts store and cross reference them or something like that? I tried searching but couldn't find ...

Latest reply, 7/28/2010
tatooz529: Sweet. I ordered before I saw yourpost so now I just have to wait for them and get back on road.teering head bearing replacements?

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tatooz529

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