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Another thumbs up for The Clinic by Mr_Shamrock	6	2592	2010/03/09 16:34 by Crusierbob
Wiring Ape Hangers by roadymac	7	3615	2010/03/09 00:36 by SMSgt
Fuel pump relocate ?? by Goodygood	9	3179	2010/03/07 20:56 by Goodygood
harley rear pulley with roadstar front pulley by rubbere.ronnie [Page: 1,2,3]	24	13340	2010/03/02 07:15 by Jade68454
Pics of Mounted Air Ride Compressors by xludan	9	3337	2010/03/01 21:27 by jamie99roadstar
Seat Latch Tool. by MS1700 [Page: 1,2,3]	27	18226	2010/02/25 09:56 by old dog
Drag pipes and AIS fix on my 08 R* pict/sound clip by Factoryphoto [Page: 1...2,3,4]	33	27676	2010/02/24 12:12 by grey wolf
How to determine bolt sizes... by BigBoyinMS	3	1667	2010/02/23 18:13 by jamie99roadstar
oil gear shaft? by grey wolf	3	1872	2010/02/19 18:41 by grey wolf
A little help with paint prep for Y'all by WUWU20 [Page: 1,2]	18	8431	2010/02/18 22:03 by Crazyron1369
Kuryakyn Grips by RavenKam	9	3483	2010/02/16 05:17 by Bushman52
Front hub measurements by fireman922	6	3070	2010/02/07 16:20 by The Gardener
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Manifold sealing by Erbman02 [Page: 1,2]	17	9541	2010/02/02 10:21 by Flashback
X-Ray of Intake Manifold ! by Ruprect [Page: 1,2]	12	6149	2010/01/31 22:50 by Ruprect
Simple Soda Blaster=Clean parts by BigBoyinMS [Page: 1,2,3]	27	13365	2010/01/30 08:18 by chromepony
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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/9/2012, 21 replies Subject: Need your prayers. tsladden: The worst thing I can imagine happened last Saturday afternoon. I got a call that my son age 34 and father of 2 was found dead form complications of an enlarged heart. He leaves behind a loving wife Kristy, ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 smokescreens: +1,000,000,000 i cant fathium where your head is right now:( my deepest apologies and prayers ...Need your prayers. 22 posts, last by: smokescreens In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2012, 13 replies Subject: Calling all Big-Arse riders: Wide vs Narrow? Doc_V: Let's face it, not all of us are created equal. What works for some, may not work for others... Some of us were ahem endowed with a greater posterior than others. ;) So this question goes out to ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 takehikes: I'm not a big ass though I'm a decent sized guy. I'm with Gram on this, don't go so plush or big and ...Calling all Big-Arse riders: Wide vs Narrow? 14 posts, last by: takehikes In: Maintenance, 12/29/2011, 15 replies Subject: Unusual winterizing gas tank question KevTec: Hi everyone, I winterized my bike ('08'), here is the thing. I took the gas tank off, and have left it off so I could work on the air filter mod later on. I put the tank in a bananna box, re-filled ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 ramphis: To drain the tank, Do you have to take it off the bike or not?Unusual winterizing gas tank question 16 posts, last by: ramphis In: Pics of My Ride, 2/3/2012, 39 replies Subject: TO MUCH Rev.: What you guys think would it be to much placing the Star emblem on my fairing that came off my windshield? Does it look ok where its at? lower or higher? Thanks for the input.. Latest reply, 2/9/2012 Fuzzstar: Another shot with pinstriping. TO MUCH 40 posts, last by: Fuzzstar In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 2 replies Subject: Need help installing fairing speakers!!! kryinggame: Hey gang, I have the Kuryakyn Sportech fairing installed and I just bought the stereo speakers. I'm trying to decide if I should have my mod guy install the speakers or should I attempt to do teh work ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 smokescreens: oh. im sorry, the way you ended your post it sounded like you just wanted the pros to do it. it really ...Need help installing fairing speakers!!! 3 posts, last by: smokescreens In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2012, 19 replies Subject: OMG!!!! Seriously??? Heidi Klum in the buff??? scooter76: Well, ok, maybe not...but I thought more members might be inclined to open THIS subject line than a simple "Happy Birthday" :blink::ohmy::blush:;):angry: to the greatest, funniest, ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 Warden: I think that was the most unusual B-day wish I've received. Thanks from Down Under mate!OMG!!!! Seriously??? Heidi Klum in the buff??? 20 posts, last by: Warden In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/9/2012, 4 replies Subject: Old Age deadweight: With age comes skills, it's called multi tasking. I can laugh, cough, sneeze, fart, and pee, all at the same time.....B) Latest reply, 2/9/2012 Booster: If I coughed sneezed and farted at the same time I would vapor lock and die.Old Age 5 posts, last by: Booster In: Bolt Ons, 2/9/2012, 5 replies Subject: would it really be this easy? if so im a dummy.... smokescreens: so the lonney axles are for 3/4" bearings and he charges $115 for each axle now the front is its own thing, but is there any reason someone couldn't just buy a stupid grade 8 bolt from a hardware store ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 smokescreens: Ok thanks guys i figured it wouldn't be that easy but i had to askwould it really be this easy? if so im a dummy.... 6 posts, last by: smokescreens In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 15 replies Subject: I finally went and did it...... coot53: And bought my first CELL PHONE :X I held off all these years on principal:unsure: If I wasn't at work, or at a few good friend's house I could be found at any of the 4 or 5 watering holes I patronize. Hell, ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 JBubbs: Congrats on rollin with the changes! My uncle turned 50 last year and we got him a cell phone. He always ...I finally went and did it...... 16 posts, last by: JBubbs In: Pics of My Ride, 1/28/2012, 31 replies Subject: I'm back with a new toy!! Keeb: Well my move over to the Mean Streak didn't last long. I got my tax returns and found This bad boy for $3500 in Daytona lastnight. 2001 with 17K miles, Corbin bags, Wrapped V&H Longshots, Barons BAK, ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 Edge51: nice hardbags..were they mods? and if so where did you get them?I'm back with a new toy!! 32 posts, last by: Edge51 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 11 replies Subject: THE COYOTE ultrastar: California : The Governor of California is jogging with his dog along a nature trail. A coyote jumps out and attacks the Governor's dog, then bites the Governor. The Governor starts to intervene, ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 grumpyroger: Wouldn't it just be cheaper to shoot the Governor? Just sayin.....I have some money saved...? (A note ...THE COYOTE 12 posts, last by: grumpyroger In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 8 replies Subject: Shampoo Warning scooter76: I NEVER KNEW THIS!!! BUT IT MAKES SENSE!!! PLEASE READ! INVOLVES THE SHAMPOO WHEN IT RUNS DOWN YOUR BODY WHEN YOU SHOWER WITH IT!!!! WARNING TO US ALL!!! YOU NEED TO READ THIS. Shampoo Warning I don't ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 ironman: :laugh: And people wonder why I go to the battered husband shelter:P :P :PShampoo Warning 9 posts, last by: ironman In: Bolt Ons, 2/8/2012, 6 replies Subject: Another Grip Question azbto: Ok, just got a new set of bars for my '05 1700, they are heritage bars... when I took them off discovered the oem bars have end weights that I cant reuse with the new bars. So I am in the market for new ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 chiefriceburner: here is a couple of options: http://www.barsnake.com/ I saw on another site a guy took a cork put ...Another Grip Question 7 posts, last by: chiefriceburner In: Bolt Ons, 2/5/2012, 11 replies Subject: V&H Longshots for sale GreenMachine: $100 on CL. Not mine. Latest reply, 2/9/2012 River: Here is a video with the way I have the Samsons set up which is basicly the same muffler. Here ...V&H Longshots for sale 12 posts, last by: River In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2012, 4 replies Subject: shifter mod dvblair: Has anyone cut off the heel portion of the shifter? I never use it and would like to have the extra room. I would like to remove it but it looks like you would need a spacer on the shaft and I'm not sure ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 rphazen: If its the later shifter. You could remove the heal portion (spoon) but it will leave the splined ...shifter mod 5 posts, last by: rphazen In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 6 replies Subject: Dogs Welcome ? norsseman: A man wrote a letter to a small hotel in a Midwest town he planned to visit on his Vacation. He wrote: "I would very much like To bring my dog with me. He is well-groomed And very well behaved. ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 tsladden: Smart man!:)Dogs Welcome ? 7 posts, last by: tsladden In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2012, 3 replies Subject: Looking for-stock rear seat bracket slamllc: Anyone out there have a stock rear seat bracket they no longer need? I need the bracket that bolts onto the top of the rear fender. When I bought my bike it came with the Comfort Cruise seat installed ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 deadweight: Very nice gesture, Tug.Looking for-stock rear seat bracket 4 posts, last by: deadweight In: Bolt Ons, 2/8/2012, 4 replies Subject: New progressive spring on the winter mods list brown91redcam: Ok I just ordered up a new progressive rear spring and 31t pulley for my 01 roadie,any tips on replacing the sring? Also waiting on my new seat to get done,had it recovered with custom vinyl and new foam ... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 ironman: on replacing the spring, (1) be very careful !!!!. there's alot of stored energy when the spring is compressed. ...New progressive spring on the winter mods list 5 posts, last by: ironman In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 1 reply Subject: Anyone ever made their own backrest pad polishdog: Wondering if its worth the effort... Latest reply, 2/9/2012 Tug: yeah theres been a couple but I don't know whoAnyone ever made their own backrest pad 2 posts, last by: Tug In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 1 reply Subject: dingodango88 Roger7886: I tried to just send you a pm but I don't think it went thru. I just sent that a little bit ago, so let me know that you got it. Thanks man! Latest reply, 2/8/2012 dingodango88: Hey Roger I didn't get your PM but I did send you one. I got your paypal payment and I will send the ...dingodango88 2 posts, last by: dingodango88 In: Rides, Meets, Events, 11/28/2011, 70 replies Subject: Roadies in action bigflip: Thought i'd throw this pic out there....thought it'd be cool to see some action shot(s) of some of the members on their rides.... This one if from early summer cruising home from the Rock Store in Malibu....so ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 VikingWarhorse: Roadies in action 71 posts, last by: VikingWarhorse In: Pics of My Ride, 2/8/2012, 12 replies Subject: Pictures of my wife's bike BlackRain: Thought I would just post some pictures of my wifes 2006 Yamaha Virago 250. Here is a picture of when I first got it. Here is ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 brown91redcam: Thats a sharp little bike nice job,I can't seem to peel mine of the back of my bike she has no interest ...Pictures of my wife's bike 13 posts, last by: brown91redcam In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 10 replies Subject: Ya talked me into it! MO770: After much deliberation, I brought home a sweet '07 Roadstar, with only 3700 miles. This one just showed up at the local dealer while I was mulling over the other two; both of which were an hour-plus ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 saab9k: Congrats, you will like it. picsYa talked me into it! 11 posts, last by: saab9k In: Bike Talk, 2/1/2012, 19 replies Subject: Battery won't take a charge Tug: So. I finally got my bike put back together and tried to start it. when I turned the key everything lit up and the needles swept the odometer came on but when I hit the start button everything died but ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 BuffaloRider: Thank you. It's reassuring to know that I am not the only person who does these things. :oops: Last ...Battery won't take a charge 20 posts, last by: BuffaloRider In: Technical Discussions, 2/7/2012, 21 replies Subject: 2009 RoadStar S Horsepower??? azalearider: Anyone know what the horsepower is on a 2009 RoadStar S vs. a 2011 FatBoy? I've done my share of looking on Google and thought to ask the pro's here .... AzaleaRider! Latest reply, 2/8/2012 Curt: My 05 dynoed 75 HP 98 lbs TQ with the OEM carb I don't know what it gets now with the HSR 45.:) And that ...2009 RoadStar S Horsepower??? 22 posts, last by: Curt In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 14 replies Subject: Too Much? easyrider003: I have found a 99 Roadstar 1600 Silverado Edition. It has cobra pipes w/ a fairing w/ marine grade kenwood cd player with 2 6x9 Marine Grade Speakers. The only downside (if you want to call it that) ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 BuffaloRider: I just bought my '99 Silverado in November with 42k on it. The local dealer did the trans recall for ...Too Much? 15 posts, last by: BuffaloRider In: Introductions, 2/7/2012, 31 replies Subject: B/c of a gr8 friend and some of you... FricksStar3: I'm back on 2 wheels!!!! Hello from the upstate of South Carolina! I feel like I’ve won the lottery by accident again and learned about an entire group of friends I never knew existed. I am fairly new ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 TheGrinder: :welcome: from Murphy NCB/c of a gr8 friend and some of you... 32 posts, last by: TheGrinder In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2012, 2 replies Subject: Harley nacelle Plumbwader: Anyone know if its possible to make a road king or fat boy nacelle work on a roadie. Love that look but i dont care much for the bad dad stretched nacelle Latest reply, 2/8/2012 drkstr22: Funny......I have one laying around from an old shovelhead I used to own and thought about doing the ...Harley nacelle 3 posts, last by: drkstr22 In: Electrical/Electronics, 2/8/2012, 4 replies Subject: Fuel sending unit 5star: Hey any of you guys have an extra fuel sending unit lying around that you need to sell. I guess that's what it's called, it's the part that's connected to the float inside the gas tank. One of the prongs ... Latest reply, 2/8/2012 dvblair: Looks like you got a really clean and orderly place to do your work.Fuel sending unit 5 posts, last by: dvblair In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 6 replies Subject: Is this a fair price? azalearider: 2009 Road Star S 0 Miles - Left Over that hasn't sold. $9100 Thanks! Latest reply, 2/8/2012 Roadstar_Rob: Is that out the door or is the dealer adding freight and prep on top of? 9,100 out the door is ...Is this a fair price? 7 posts, last by: Roadstar_Rob

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/9/2012, 21 replies
Subject: Need your prayers.
tsladden: The worst thing I can imagine happened last Saturday afternoon. I got a call that my son age 34 and father of 2 was found dead form complications of an enlarged heart. He leaves behind a loving wife Kristy, ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
smokescreens: +1,000,000,000 i cant fathium where your head is right now:( my deepest apologies and prayers ...Need your prayers.

22 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2012, 13 replies
Subject: Calling all Big-Arse riders: Wide vs Narrow?
Doc_V: Let's face it, not all of us are created equal. What works for some, may not work for others... Some of us were *ahem* endowed with a greater posterior than others. ;) So this question goes out to ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
takehikes: I'm not a big ass though I'm a decent sized guy. I'm with Gram on this, don't go so plush or big and ...Calling all Big-Arse riders: Wide vs Narrow?

14 posts, last by:

takehikes

In: Maintenance, 12/29/2011, 15 replies
Subject: Unusual winterizing gas tank question
KevTec: Hi everyone, I winterized my bike ('08'), here is the thing. I took the gas tank off, and have left it off so I could work on the air filter mod later on. I put the tank in a bananna box, re-filled ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
ramphis: To drain the tank, Do you have to take it off the bike or not?Unusual winterizing gas tank question

16 posts, last by:

ramphis

In: Pics of My Ride, 2/3/2012, 39 replies
Subject: TO MUCH
Rev.: What you guys think would it be to much placing the Star emblem on my fairing that came off my windshield? Does it look ok where its at? lower or higher? Thanks for the input..

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
Fuzzstar: Another shot with pinstriping. TO MUCH

40 posts, last by:

Fuzzstar

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 2 replies
Subject: Need help installing fairing speakers!!!
kryinggame: Hey gang, I have the Kuryakyn Sportech fairing installed and I just bought the stereo speakers. I'm trying to decide if I should have my mod guy install the speakers or should I attempt to do teh work ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
smokescreens: oh. im sorry, the way you ended your post it sounded like you just wanted the pros to do it. it really ...Need help installing fairing speakers!!!

3 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2012, 19 replies
Subject: OMG!!!! Seriously??? Heidi Klum in the buff???
scooter76: Well, ok, maybe not...but I thought more members might be inclined to open THIS subject line than a simple "Happy Birthday" :blink::ohmy::blush:;):angry: to the greatest, funniest, ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
Warden: I think that was the most unusual B-day wish I've received. Thanks from Down Under mate!OMG!!!! Seriously??? Heidi Klum in the buff???

20 posts, last by:

Warden

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/9/2012, 4 replies
Subject: Old Age
deadweight: With age comes skills, it's called multi tasking. I can laugh, cough, sneeze, fart, and pee, all at the same time.....B)

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
Booster: If I coughed sneezed and farted at the same time I would vapor lock and die.Old Age

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Booster

In: Bolt Ons, 2/9/2012, 5 replies
Subject: would it really be this easy? if so im a dummy....
smokescreens: so the lonney axles are for 3/4" bearings and he charges $115 for each axle now the front is its own thing, but is there any reason someone couldn't just buy a stupid grade 8 bolt from a hardware store ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
smokescreens: Ok thanks guys i figured it wouldn't be that easy but i had to askwould it really be this easy? if so im a dummy....

6 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 15 replies
Subject: I finally went and did it......
coot53: And bought my first CELL PHONE :X I held off all these years on principal:unsure: If I wasn't at work, or at a few good friend's house I could be found at any of the 4 or 5 watering holes I patronize. Hell, ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
JBubbs: Congrats on rollin with the changes! My uncle turned 50 last year and we got him a cell phone. He always ...I finally went and did it......

16 posts, last by:

JBubbs

In: Pics of My Ride, 1/28/2012, 31 replies
Subject: I'm back with a new toy!!
Keeb: Well my move over to the Mean Streak didn't last long. I got my tax returns and found This bad boy for $3500 in Daytona lastnight. 2001 with 17K miles, Corbin bags, Wrapped V&H Longshots, Barons BAK, ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
Edge51: nice hardbags..were they mods? and if so where did you get them?I'm back with a new toy!!

32 posts, last by:

Edge51

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 11 replies
Subject: THE COYOTE
ultrastar: California : The Governor of California is jogging with his dog along a nature trail. A coyote jumps out and attacks the Governor's dog, then bites the Governor. The Governor starts to intervene, ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
grumpyroger: Wouldn't it just be cheaper to shoot the Governor? Just sayin.....I have some money saved...? (A note ...THE COYOTE

12 posts, last by:

grumpyroger

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 8 replies
Subject: Shampoo Warning
scooter76: I NEVER KNEW THIS!!! BUT IT MAKES SENSE!!! PLEASE READ! INVOLVES THE SHAMPOO WHEN IT RUNS DOWN YOUR BODY WHEN YOU SHOWER WITH IT!!!! WARNING TO US ALL!!! YOU NEED TO READ THIS. Shampoo Warning I don't ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
ironman: :laugh: And people wonder why I go to the battered husband shelter:P :P :PShampoo Warning

9 posts, last by:

ironman

In: Bolt Ons, 2/8/2012, 6 replies
Subject: Another Grip Question
azbto: Ok, just got a new set of bars for my '05 1700, they are heritage bars... when I took them off discovered the oem bars have end weights that I cant reuse with the new bars. So I am in the market for new ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
chiefriceburner: here is a couple of options: http://www.barsnake.com/ I saw on another site a guy took a cork put ...Another Grip Question

7 posts, last by:

chiefriceburner

In: Bolt Ons, 2/5/2012, 11 replies
Subject: V&H Longshots for sale
GreenMachine: $100 on CL. Not mine.

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
River: Here is a video with the way I have the Samsons set up which is basicly the same muffler. Here ...V&H Longshots for sale

12 posts, last by:

River

In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2012, 4 replies
Subject: shifter mod
dvblair: Has anyone cut off the heel portion of the shifter? I never use it and would like to have the extra room. I would like to remove it but it looks like you would need a spacer on the shaft and I'm not sure ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
rphazen: If its the later shifter. You could remove the heal portion (spoon) but it will leave the splined ...shifter mod

5 posts, last by:

rphazen

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 6 replies
Subject: Dogs Welcome ?
norsseman: A man wrote a letter to a small hotel in a Midwest town he planned to visit on his Vacation. He wrote: "I would very much like To bring my dog with me. He is well-groomed And very well behaved. ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
tsladden: Smart man!:)Dogs Welcome ?

7 posts, last by:

tsladden

In: Body/Frame, 2/8/2012, 3 replies
Subject: Looking for-stock rear seat bracket
slamllc: Anyone out there have a stock rear seat bracket they no longer need? I need the bracket that bolts onto the top of the rear fender. When I bought my bike it came with the Comfort Cruise seat installed ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
deadweight: Very nice gesture, Tug.Looking for-stock rear seat bracket

4 posts, last by:

deadweight

In: Bolt Ons, 2/8/2012, 4 replies
Subject: New progressive spring on the winter mods list
brown91redcam: Ok I just ordered up a new progressive rear spring and 31t pulley for my 01 roadie,any tips on replacing the sring? Also waiting on my new seat to get done,had it recovered with custom vinyl and new foam ...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
ironman: on replacing the spring, (1) be very careful !!!!. there's alot of stored energy when the spring is compressed. ...New progressive spring on the winter mods list

5 posts, last by:

ironman

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 1 reply
Subject: Anyone ever made their own backrest pad
polishdog: Wondering if its worth the effort...

Latest reply, 2/9/2012
Tug: yeah theres been a couple but I don't know whoAnyone ever made their own backrest pad

2 posts, last by:

Tug

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/8/2012, 1 reply
Subject: dingodango88
Roger7886: I tried to just send you a pm but I don't think it went thru. I just sent that a little bit ago, so let me know that you got it. Thanks man!

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
dingodango88: Hey Roger I didn't get your PM but I did send you one. I got your paypal payment and I will send the ...dingodango88

2 posts, last by:

dingodango88

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 11/28/2011, 70 replies
Subject: Roadies in action
bigflip: Thought i'd throw this pic out there....thought it'd be cool to see some action shot(s) of some of the members on their rides.... This one if from early summer cruising home from the Rock Store in Malibu....so ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
VikingWarhorse: Roadies in action

71 posts, last by:

VikingWarhorse

In: Pics of My Ride, 2/8/2012, 12 replies
Subject: Pictures of my wife's bike
BlackRain: Thought I would just post some pictures of my wifes 2006 Yamaha Virago 250. Here is a picture of when I first got it. Here is ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
brown91redcam: Thats a sharp little bike nice job,I can't seem to peel mine of the back of my bike she has no interest ...Pictures of my wife's bike

13 posts, last by:

brown91redcam

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 10 replies
Subject: Ya talked me into it!
MO770: After much deliberation, I brought home a sweet '07 Roadstar, with only 3700 miles. This one just showed up at the local dealer while I was mulling over the other two; both of which were an hour-plus ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
saab9k: Congrats, you will like it. picsYa talked me into it!

11 posts, last by:

saab9k

In: Bike Talk, 2/1/2012, 19 replies
Subject: Battery won't take a charge
Tug: So. I finally got my bike put back together and tried to start it. when I turned the key everything lit up and the needles swept the odometer came on but when I hit the start button everything died but ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
BuffaloRider: Thank you. It's reassuring to know that I am not the only person who does these things. :oops: Last ...Battery won't take a charge

20 posts, last by:

BuffaloRider

In: Technical Discussions, 2/7/2012, 21 replies
Subject: 2009 RoadStar S Horsepower???
azalearider: Anyone know what the horsepower is on a 2009 RoadStar S vs. a 2011 FatBoy? I've done my share of looking on Google and thought to ask the pro's here .... AzaleaRider!

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
Curt: My 05 dynoed 75 HP 98 lbs TQ with the OEM carb I don't know what it gets now with the HSR 45.:) And that ...2009 RoadStar S Horsepower???

22 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 14 replies
Subject: Too Much?
easyrider003: I have found a 99 Roadstar 1600 Silverado Edition. It has cobra pipes w/ a fairing w/ marine grade kenwood cd player with 2 6x9 Marine Grade Speakers. The only downside (if you want to call it that) ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
BuffaloRider: I just bought my '99 Silverado in November with 42k on it. The local dealer did the trans recall for ...Too Much?

15 posts, last by:

BuffaloRider

In: Introductions, 2/7/2012, 31 replies
Subject: B/c of a gr8 friend and some of you...
FricksStar3: I'm back on 2 wheels!!!! Hello from the upstate of South Carolina! I feel like I’ve won the lottery by accident again and learned about an entire group of friends I never knew existed. I am fairly new ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
TheGrinder: :welcome: from Murphy NCB/c of a gr8 friend and some of you...

32 posts, last by:

TheGrinder

In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2012, 2 replies
Subject: Harley nacelle
Plumbwader: Anyone know if its possible to make a road king or fat boy nacelle work on a roadie. Love that look but i dont care much for the bad dad stretched nacelle

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
drkstr22: Funny......I have one laying around from an old shovelhead I used to own and thought about doing the ...Harley nacelle

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drkstr22

In: Electrical/Electronics, 2/8/2012, 4 replies
Subject: Fuel sending unit
5star: Hey any of you guys have an extra fuel sending unit lying around that you need to sell. I guess that's what it's called, it's the part that's connected to the float inside the gas tank. One of the prongs ...

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
dvblair: Looks like you got a really clean and orderly place to do your work.Fuel sending unit

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dvblair

In: Bike Talk, 2/8/2012, 6 replies
Subject: Is this a fair price?
azalearider: 2009 Road Star S 0 Miles - Left Over that hasn't sold. $9100 Thanks!

Latest reply, 2/8/2012
Roadstar_Rob: Is that out the door or is the dealer adding freight and prep on top of? 9,100 out the door is ...Is this a fair price?

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Roadstar_Rob

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