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Posting Pics help needed by sailrider	2	25	2009/11/20 14:53 by Makcap
Hi, just to say hi!!!!! by ramon2 [Page: 1,2]	16	353	2009/11/20 08:44 by BadBikerBob
Bags and Tux installed by nasomi	10	563	2009/11/19 17:22 by LoneRoad
Seen the bike lets see the wife by DUGLDUIT [Page: 1...21,22,23]	228	42512	2009/11/19 11:16 by GOOSE915
Custom pipes finally done!!! by Schism [Page: 1,2,3]	26	1493	2009/11/19 10:22 by Schism
Big Bend and the Davis Mountains by Ivan858	4	511	2009/11/18 05:30 by Ivan858
Low Budget Bar Hopper by Mr_Shamrock [Page: 1...5,6,7]	66	7221	2009/11/16 20:32 by Mr_Shamrock
Pics of recent upgrades.....TROB by TROB [Page: 1,2]	11	1256	2009/11/13 08:57 by Darn
Got My Girlfriend a Silverado! Now with pics by TROB [Page: 1...3,4,5]	43	5736	2009/11/10 17:14 by scoop47501
Here is pics of the new bags and tricky air by bmatpt [Page: 1,2,3]	30	2466	2009/11/07 14:19 by pvrider
New Tricky bagger - The "Air Dragger" by Tricky Air [Page: 1,2]	16	1223	2009/11/06 11:49 by Tricky Air
Official Warstar Thread...the build. by warstar [Page: 1...10,11,12]	111	31784	2009/11/05 06:53 by warstar
try to put some pics up by Cappdawg [Page: 1,2]	11	929	2009/11/04 18:32 by Cappdawg
trying to send a pic, new at computers too! by Commish	2	279	2009/11/02 15:13 by Si B
Let me try this again! by Commish	6	491	2009/11/01 10:34 by Southwest
Fairing pic by Southwest [Page: 1,2]	16	1431	2009/10/30 08:18 by blue v twin
a couple o pics of my roadie by onry	10	1016	2009/10/27 21:46 by jamie99roadstar
Rear Brake Disc Cover by Devastator [Page: 1,2]	19	1110	2009/10/22 06:26 by kaisayson
2000 R with side car by nitty [Page: 1,2]	11	1207	2009/10/20 22:11 by Darn
2008 New Ride by Havnfun [Page: 1,2]	13	966	2009/10/20 10:32 by royal1mc

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009 Subject: For all you Texans out there to laugh at us!!!!!!! CPORetired: Texas Chili Cookoff If you can read this whole story without laughing, then there's no hope for you. I was crying by the end. Note: Please take time to read this slowly. I've read this probably ... For all you Texans out there to laugh at us!!!!!!! new topic by: CPORetired In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 8/2/2007, 243 replies Subject: What's your occupation Big Bear: Probably been asked before, but here goes, what do you do for work? Me first. I'm a driver/glorified gopher for a plumbing/fountain installation co. If you have seen the centennial park fountain, or ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 SK25: I am an elementary school teacher in Ohio. I've been at it for 17 years. I taught math and science for ...What's your occupation 244 posts, last by: SK25 In: Article Requests, 11/20/2009, 6 replies Subject: sticky clutch red rain: I love my 07 Roadstar but there is an issue that has haunted me since the first day I owned it. When I park it for a while (over night or longer)and I start it up and first put it in gear the clutch plates ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Wyvern: Mine still does it on occasion, an 07 also but it's not nearly as bad as when it was new. I switched ...sticky clutch 7 posts, last by: Wyvern In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 3 replies Subject: Chrome ... Gram: Its not what you think :) Just want to see who out there has tried Google's new Chrome browser and what you think of it. I have started using it a lot lately and once I got used to its very different ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Gram: If you are comfortable doing it, go into the Firefox preferences under security and uncheck the ...Chrome ... 4 posts, last by: Gram In: Introductions, 11/19/2009, 21 replies Subject: Great site! Spare Change: I just wanted to say hi! I just picked up a '99 Road star that I'm making my own with some modifcations and this web site is a great help. Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Spare Change: Thanks guys! I'm already finding all sorts of good information and ideas for my bike.Great site! 22 posts, last by: Spare Change In: Maintenance, 10/28/2009, 67 replies Subject: Horrible Gas Milage??? HELP PLEASE!! CPORetired: With all the talk about the gas mileage you guys are getting with your scoots this has really been bothering me so for the last week I have been tracking my MPG and this is what I have come up with. 3 ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 CPORetired: Thanks bro Will go out and take a look, just taking the filter off sounds so much easier than all ...Horrible Gas Milage??? HELP PLEASE!! 68 posts, last by: CPORetired In: Miscellaneous, 11/20/2009, 4 replies Subject: What's with the R* tramp116: I see a lot of people using R* for their bikes in the Forums. Please tell me this is just another computer shortcut and that YaMama hasn't gotten a case of the legal beagles about this clinic. I went ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Road_Hawg: I didn't know they could do anything about typing the name of a car, bike, or any other machine on a ...What's with the R* 5 posts, last by: Road_Hawg In: Jetting, 11/20/2009, 4 replies Subject: Speedstar ignition module bofish: I was talking to a mechanic friend about a little performance upgrade for this winter. Suggestion was to put a new ignition module on from star performance. Currently run stock carb on 07 with V&H long ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Roadkill1962: Yup...can't say I noticed any real performance difference. But like I said, I got it cheap...new off ...Speedstar ignition module 5 posts, last by: Roadkill1962 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 9/24/2009, 11 replies Subject: Sorry Deer Hunters 30 Pointer Darn: Sorry Deer hunters but a guy not too far from here got the legendary 30 Point Buck, with a bow, just this week. Link ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Roadkill1962: I don't know... Bikes and Dears might be a little better! :woohoo: (Yes, I spelled that right. ...Sorry Deer Hunters 30 Pointer 12 posts, last by: Roadkill1962 In: Bike Talk, 11/18/2009, 20 replies Subject: Lessons learned? Darn: OK, we often see or hear about new things we can do. Different MODS, a better Air Filter, BAK, AIS, Removing the fuel pump, venting gas caps, Plugs, Tires, Seats.... bla bla bla.... I would like to ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 MS1700: I Tried out 3 sets of MC tires and they wore out too fast. :)Lessons learned? 21 posts, last by: MS1700 In: Vendors and Dealers, 11/20/2009, 8 replies Subject: Changes at Tricky... Tricky Air: Hey, I just wanted to let all of my friends out here in RSC land know... It's my last day as Sales Manager for Tricky Air :ohmy: I'll still be on the forum (when I can), but I am taking my show ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Scotto: Congrats and the best of luck with your new venture. See you in Daytona bike week in the Spring with ...Changes at Tricky... 9 posts, last by: Scotto In: Miscellaneous, 11/20/2009, 31 replies Subject: A new "Darkside" video... BigBoyinMS: This is one of the better ones. The guy is riding a Vulcan 2000 with a Goodyear Triple Tread. Latest reply, 11/20/2009 MS1700: Watch some Youtube Videos SCUD. The Sidewall in never used when a CT is on an MC, It's always on the ...A new "Darkside" video... 32 posts, last by: MS1700 In: Introductions, 11/19/2009, 23 replies Subject: New to the Roadies Clinic Grizzly4444: Haven't been on a bike for better than 25 years....midlife crisis struck ....bit the bullet and bought a 03 Road Star and haven't looked back...next best thing was finding the Road Star Clinic....wow..I'm ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Darn: :welcome: Come on in, have a beer and stay a spell! New to the Roadies Clinic 24 posts, last by: Darn In: Bolt Ons, 11/20/2009, 3 replies Subject: Sissy bar bolts Shadowfax: Long story short, does anyone know the thread pitch and diameter of the bolts that hold the stock sissy bar on to the side arms? They are the same bolts that hold the stock luggage rack to said sissy bar ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Shadowfax: Ya'll rock, thanks for saving me the time.Sissy bar bolts 4 posts, last by: Shadowfax In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/19/2009, 20 replies Subject: Check your kids homework Makcap: Thought you guys might get a kick out of this! Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Stocked: Funny stuff right there. I had to grab that and post it on my facebook page.Check your kids homework 21 posts, last by: Stocked In: Bike Talk, 11/20/2009, 4 replies Subject: Effects of gasoline on ? greyphart: Looking to rig up an IV type of gas feed (for winter testing) using a stainless steel thermos bottle (aka cheap idea). My question is if I use a large cork with a valve in it and seal it well would the ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Darn: Well, there you go Jim, get a bottle of wine, drink it all up, and save the cork for the bike :laugh: ...Effects of gasoline on ? 5 posts, last by: Darn In: Miscellaneous, 11/15/2009, 17 replies Subject: Cheap Winter Project. Jreed: My Nephew traded for a used 2000 Roadstar a couple months back. He has since been laid off from work and is needing to sell. When he traded a seadoo for it I had to ride it home for him, about 50 miles ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Mr_Shamrock: And so it begins...I am going to post pictures of the transformation of this bike. Here is what I am ...Cheap Winter Project. 18 posts, last by: Mr_Shamrock In: Pics of My Ride, 11/20/2009, 2 replies Subject: Posting Pics help needed sailrider: Hi Experts , I have some photos Id like to get linked to my Signature....In particular Id like one to show up at the end of my posts like so many others , and to be able to post to other Forum threads ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Makcap: Doc and Gram have both made threads about this you can find. I think it is under sig pic. You will need ...Posting Pics help needed 3 posts, last by: Makcap In: Tech Tips, 7/8/2009, 10 replies Subject: AIS Removal on a 2008 Road* Old Retired Cop: Well, I finally got around to removing the AIS from my 2008 Road. If any of you remember my previous posts, I originally received the wrong kit from my dealer.....I have to admit, they were very good ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Dweise: Hey Guy, I'm Dennis. I have an 08 Roadstar as well. I think I need to do the same thing to mine. What ...AIS Removal on a 2008 Road 11 posts, last by: Dweise In: Rides, Meets, Events, 11/19/2009, 8 replies Subject: Palm Springs/Indio CA rides cjtravler: We will be spending 5 days in the Palm Springs/Indio area next week. Does anyone have any good day rides we can take while we are out there? Latest reply, 11/20/2009 cjtravler: Highway 74 is definitely in the plans.Palm Springs/Indio CA rides 9 posts, last by: cjtravler In: Bike Talk, 11/16/2009, 8 replies Subject: Spit, sputter, cough. Darn: I wasn't too cold for me this morning, but the bike had other ideas of staying in the nice semi-warm garage. I pulled out the choke, put her in neutral, and turned it over....Spit, sputter, cough? :angry: ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 cjtravler: That's the best price for a tune up and oil change I have heard of in a long time. :woohoo: :woohoo:Spit, sputter, cough. 9 posts, last by: cjtravler In: Jetting, 11/3/2009, 15 replies Subject: Fuel Injector Problem? Dweise: :( I have a 08 Roadstar 1700 w/approx. 10,000 miles & just recently changed the pipes to a set of "Bub Big Willy's" added the "Power Commander" & changed the air filter to a "K & N". I have always had ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Dweise: Well thanks for the info. I had one tech say that the valves might be sticking, so I'm gonna run some ...Fuel Injector Problem? 16 posts, last by: Dweise In: Body/Frame, 11/19/2009, 2 replies Subject: gold emulators ironman: has anyone installed emulators in their forks? Are they worth the effort/$$$? Where did you buy them? Latest reply, 11/20/2009 ironman: Hello Ron, good to hear from you. Thanks for the insight. Rode 500+ mi. last weekend in the Stockport ...gold emulators 3 posts, last by: ironman In: Technical Discussions, 8/24/2009, 57 replies Subject: Fuel pump removal (opinions) vwtech0: Thinking of removing the fuel pump, but I wanted opinions of Roadie owners that have done the different mods. The suzuki float change seems to be the same for all mods, so I don't think that will be an ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Roadkill1962: you been elected to solve his mystery carb problem. So...are ya done yet? ;) RKFuel pump removal (opinions) 58 posts, last by: Roadkill1962 In: Technical Discussions, 11/20/2009, 5 replies Subject: Mikuni fuel pump texasscott1: Has anyone tried to hook up the Mikuni fuel pump the way it was designed? It's designed to work on the alternating vacuum/pressure pulse provided by the crankcase vent. At a rated output of 14 liters/hr ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 ekonkjack: I had considered the vacuum pump too but so far just keep the stock electric in place and keep a length ...Mikuni fuel pump 6 posts, last by: ekonkjack In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 2 replies Subject: Another apology greyphart: Stuck my feet in my mouth ...again. I'd like to publicly apologize to chuckg for the "plastic" and "fake" comment I made concerning the biker wedding. In the video, to me, it was obvious that the gentleman ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 greyphart: BB wrote 14 here. All the more foot to deal with. :) gpAnother apology 3 posts, last by: greyphart In: Technical Discussions, 11/18/2009, 25 replies Subject: Transmission or Clutch Troubleshooting tbenach: I bought a R 01 "salvaged" bike has 52,000 miles. Engine runs good but when I put it into 1st gear I hear it slip into 1st loud then the engine dies (stops running). No lunging or wanting to move forward ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 The Gardener: to reverse, you get off and push it from the front!Transmission or Clutch Troubleshooting 26 posts, last by: The Gardener In: Maintenance, 11/13/2009, 34 replies Subject: Steering head bearings and forks, oh my! MightyRoadStar: Can't wait - as soon as I am out of the office, it's off to the house for a little maintenance! Putting in new steering head bearings (mine have a catch in them), and rebuilding the front forks. Adding ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 Crusierbob: Not without installing grease zerks and you have to take it apart to do that.:)Steering head bearings and forks, oh my! 35 posts, last by: Crusierbob In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/19/2009, 15 replies Subject: sears motorcycle jack sctnmart: I bought a sears craftsman motorcycle jack, (red one) the problem I’m having is the jack doesn’t fit under my R. It’s about a ½” to high, I called the sears service and worked through the trouble shooting ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 SobaCracka: I was at a conference in Rancho Mirage (just outside Palm Springs) a couple of years ago and took quick ...sears motorcycle jack 16 posts, last by: SobaCracka In: Bike Talk, 11/19/2009, 18 replies Subject: Ape Hanger Ride RoadstarmikeNJ: Well thanks to Danny and Brice, I have my 16" apes on and damn, what a look on my roadie. I'll put a full youtube video up this way everyone can see and appreciate the details on my bike. Now, here is ... Latest reply, 11/20/2009 03roadie*: Thinkin of goin ape. Hey Jamie, what type of bar are you runnin?:)Ape Hanger Ride 19 posts, last by: 03roadie

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009
Subject: For all you Texans out there to laugh at us!!!!!!!
CPORetired: Texas Chili Cookoff If you can read this whole story without laughing, then there's no hope for you. I was crying by the end. Note: Please take time to read this slowly. I've read this probably ...
For all you Texans out there to laugh at us!!!!!!!

new topic by:

CPORetired

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 8/2/2007, 243 replies
Subject: What's your occupation
Big Bear: Probably been asked before, but here goes, what do you do for work? Me first. I'm a driver/glorified gopher for a plumbing/fountain installation co. If you have seen the centennial park fountain, or ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
SK25: I am an elementary school teacher in Ohio. I've been at it for 17 years. I taught math and science for ...What's your occupation

244 posts, last by:

SK25

In: Article Requests, 11/20/2009, 6 replies
Subject: sticky clutch
red rain: I love my 07 Roadstar but there is an issue that has haunted me since the first day I owned it. When I park it for a while (over night or longer)and I start it up and first put it in gear the clutch plates ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Wyvern: Mine still does it on occasion, an 07 also but it's not nearly as bad as when it was new. I switched ...sticky clutch

7 posts, last by:

Wyvern

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 3 replies
Subject: Chrome ...
Gram: Its not what you think :) Just want to see who out there has tried Google's new Chrome browser and what you think of it. I have started using it a lot lately and once I got used to its very different ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Gram: If you are comfortable doing it, go into the Firefox preferences under security and uncheck the ...Chrome ...

4 posts, last by:

Gram

In: Introductions, 11/19/2009, 21 replies
Subject: Great site!
Spare Change: I just wanted to say hi! I just picked up a '99 Road star that I'm making my own with some modifcations and this web site is a great help.

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Spare Change: Thanks guys! I'm already finding all sorts of good information and ideas for my bike.Great site!

22 posts, last by:

Spare Change

In: Maintenance, 10/28/2009, 67 replies
Subject: Horrible Gas Milage??? HELP PLEASE!!
CPORetired: With all the talk about the gas mileage you guys are getting with your scoots this has really been bothering me so for the last week I have been tracking my MPG and this is what I have come up with. 3 ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
CPORetired: Thanks bro Will go out and take a look, just taking the filter off sounds so much easier than all ...Horrible Gas Milage??? HELP PLEASE!!

68 posts, last by:

CPORetired

In: Miscellaneous, 11/20/2009, 4 replies
Subject: What's with the R*
tramp116: I see a lot of people using R* for their bikes in the Forums. Please tell me this is just another computer shortcut and that YaMama hasn't gotten a case of the legal beagles about this clinic. I went ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Road_Hawg: I didn't know they could do anything about typing the name of a car, bike, or any other machine on a ...What's with the R*

5 posts, last by:

Road_Hawg

In: Jetting, 11/20/2009, 4 replies
Subject: Speedstar ignition module
bofish: I was talking to a mechanic friend about a little performance upgrade for this winter. Suggestion was to put a new ignition module on from star performance. Currently run stock carb on 07 with V&H long ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Roadkill1962: Yup...can't say I noticed any real performance difference. But like I said, I got it cheap...new off ...Speedstar ignition module

5 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 9/24/2009, 11 replies
Subject: Sorry Deer Hunters 30 Pointer
Darn: Sorry Deer hunters but a guy not too far from here got the legendary 30 Point Buck, with a bow, just this week. Link ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Roadkill1962: I don't know... Bikes and Dears might be a little better! :woohoo: (Yes, I spelled that right. ...Sorry Deer Hunters 30 Pointer

12 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Bike Talk, 11/18/2009, 20 replies
Subject: Lessons learned?
Darn: OK, we often see or hear about new things we can do. Different MODS, a better Air Filter, BAK, AIS, Removing the fuel pump, venting gas caps, Plugs, Tires, Seats.... bla bla bla.... I would like to ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
MS1700: I Tried out 3 sets of MC tires and they wore out too fast. :)Lessons learned?

21 posts, last by:

MS1700

In: Vendors and Dealers, 11/20/2009, 8 replies
Subject: Changes at Tricky...
Tricky Air: Hey, I just wanted to let all of my friends out here in RSC land know... It's my last day as Sales Manager for Tricky Air :ohmy: I'll still be on the forum (when I can), but I am taking my show ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Scotto: Congrats and the best of luck with your new venture. See you in Daytona bike week in the Spring with ...Changes at Tricky...

9 posts, last by:

Scotto

In: Miscellaneous, 11/20/2009, 31 replies
Subject: A new "Darkside" video...
BigBoyinMS: This is one of the better ones. The guy is riding a Vulcan 2000 with a Goodyear Triple Tread.

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
MS1700: Watch some Youtube Videos SCUD. The Sidewall in never used when a CT is on an MC, It's always on the ...A new "Darkside" video...

32 posts, last by:

MS1700

In: Introductions, 11/19/2009, 23 replies
Subject: New to the Roadies Clinic
Grizzly4444: Haven't been on a bike for better than 25 years....midlife crisis struck ....bit the bullet and bought a 03 Road Star and haven't looked back...next best thing was finding the Road Star Clinic....wow..I'm ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Darn: :welcome: Come on in, have a beer and stay a spell! New to the Roadies Clinic

24 posts, last by:

Darn

In: Bolt Ons, 11/20/2009, 3 replies
Subject: Sissy bar bolts
Shadowfax: Long story short, does anyone know the thread pitch and diameter of the bolts that hold the stock sissy bar on to the side arms? They are the same bolts that hold the stock luggage rack to said sissy bar ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Shadowfax: Ya'll rock, thanks for saving me the time.Sissy bar bolts

4 posts, last by:

Shadowfax

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/19/2009, 20 replies
Subject: Check your kids homework
Makcap: Thought you guys might get a kick out of this!

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Stocked: Funny stuff right there. I had to grab that and post it on my facebook page.Check your kids homework

21 posts, last by:

Stocked

In: Bike Talk, 11/20/2009, 4 replies
Subject: Effects of gasoline on ?
greyphart: Looking to rig up an IV type of gas feed (for winter testing) using a stainless steel thermos bottle (aka cheap idea). My question is if I use a large cork with a valve in it and seal it well would the ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Darn: Well, there you go Jim, get a bottle of wine, drink it all up, and save the cork for the bike :laugh: ...Effects of gasoline on ?

5 posts, last by:

Darn

In: Miscellaneous, 11/15/2009, 17 replies
Subject: Cheap Winter Project.
Jreed: My Nephew traded for a used 2000 Roadstar a couple months back. He has since been laid off from work and is needing to sell. When he traded a seadoo for it I had to ride it home for him, about 50 miles ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Mr_Shamrock: And so it begins...I am going to post pictures of the transformation of this bike. Here is what I am ...Cheap Winter Project.

18 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Pics of My Ride, 11/20/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Posting Pics help needed
sailrider: Hi Experts , I have some photos Id like to get linked to my Signature....In particular Id like one to show up at the end of my posts like so many others , and to be able to post to other Forum threads ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Makcap: Doc and Gram have both made threads about this you can find. I think it is under sig pic. You will need ...Posting Pics help needed

3 posts, last by:

Makcap

In: Tech Tips, 7/8/2009, 10 replies
Subject: AIS Removal on a 2008 Road*
Old Retired Cop: Well, I finally got around to removing the AIS from my 2008 Road*. If any of you remember my previous posts, I originally received the wrong kit from my dealer.....I have to admit, they were very good ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Dweise: Hey Guy, I'm Dennis. I have an 08 Roadstar as well. I think I need to do the same thing to mine. What ...AIS Removal on a 2008 Road*

11 posts, last by:

Dweise

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 11/19/2009, 8 replies
Subject: Palm Springs/Indio CA rides
cjtravler: We will be spending 5 days in the Palm Springs/Indio area next week. Does anyone have any good day rides we can take while we are out there?

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
cjtravler: Highway 74 is definitely in the plans.Palm Springs/Indio CA rides

9 posts, last by:

cjtravler

In: Bike Talk, 11/16/2009, 8 replies
Subject: Spit, sputter, cough.
Darn: I wasn't too cold for me this morning, but the bike had other ideas of staying in the nice semi-warm garage. I pulled out the choke, put her in neutral, and turned it over....Spit, sputter, cough? :angry: ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
cjtravler: That's the best price for a tune up and oil change I have heard of in a long time. :woohoo: :woohoo:Spit, sputter, cough.

9 posts, last by:

cjtravler

In: Jetting, 11/3/2009, 15 replies
Subject: Fuel Injector Problem?
Dweise: :( I have a 08 Roadstar 1700 w/approx. 10,000 miles & just recently changed the pipes to a set of "Bub Big Willy's" added the "Power Commander" & changed the air filter to a "K & N". I have always had ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Dweise: Well thanks for the info. I had one tech say that the valves might be sticking, so I'm gonna run some ...Fuel Injector Problem?

16 posts, last by:

Dweise

In: Body/Frame, 11/19/2009, 2 replies
Subject: gold emulators
ironman: has anyone installed emulators in their forks? Are they worth the effort/$$$? Where did you buy them?

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
ironman: Hello Ron, good to hear from you. Thanks for the insight. Rode 500+ mi. last weekend in the Stockport ...gold emulators

3 posts, last by:

ironman

In: Technical Discussions, 8/24/2009, 57 replies
Subject: Fuel pump removal (opinions)
vwtech0: Thinking of removing the fuel pump, but I wanted opinions of Roadie owners that have done the different mods. The suzuki float change seems to be the same for all mods, so I don't think that will be an ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Roadkill1962: you been elected to solve his mystery carb problem. So...are ya done yet? ;) RKFuel pump removal (opinions)

58 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Technical Discussions, 11/20/2009, 5 replies
Subject: Mikuni fuel pump
texasscott1: Has anyone tried to hook up the Mikuni fuel pump the way it was designed? It's designed to work on the alternating vacuum/pressure pulse provided by the crankcase vent. At a rated output of 14 liters/hr ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
ekonkjack: I had considered the vacuum pump too but so far just keep the stock electric in place and keep a length ...Mikuni fuel pump

6 posts, last by:

ekonkjack

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Another apology
greyphart: Stuck my feet in my mouth ...again. I'd like to publicly apologize to chuckg for the "plastic" and "fake" comment I made concerning the biker wedding. In the video, to me, it was obvious that the gentleman ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
greyphart: BB wrote 14 here. All the more foot to deal with. :) gpAnother apology

3 posts, last by:

greyphart

In: Technical Discussions, 11/18/2009, 25 replies
Subject: Transmission or Clutch Troubleshooting
tbenach: I bought a R 01 "salvaged" bike has 52,000 miles. Engine runs good but when I put it into 1st gear I hear it slip into 1st loud then the engine dies (stops running). No lunging or wanting to move forward ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
The Gardener: to reverse, you get off and push it from the front!Transmission or Clutch Troubleshooting

26 posts, last by:

The Gardener

In: Maintenance, 11/13/2009, 34 replies
Subject: Steering head bearings and forks, oh my!
MightyRoadStar: Can't wait - as soon as I am out of the office, it's off to the house for a little maintenance! Putting in new steering head bearings (mine have a catch in them), and rebuilding the front forks. Adding ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Crusierbob: Not without installing grease zerks and you have to take it apart to do that.:)Steering head bearings and forks, oh my!

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Crusierbob

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/19/2009, 15 replies
Subject: sears motorcycle jack
sctnmart: I bought a sears craftsman motorcycle jack, (red one) the problem I’m having is the jack doesn’t fit under my R*. It’s about a ½” to high, I called the sears service and worked through the trouble shooting ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
SobaCracka: I was at a conference in Rancho Mirage (just outside Palm Springs) a couple of years ago and took quick ...sears motorcycle jack

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SobaCracka

In: Bike Talk, 11/19/2009, 18 replies
Subject: Ape Hanger Ride
RoadstarmikeNJ: Well thanks to Danny and Brice, I have my 16" apes on and damn, what a look on my roadie. I'll put a full youtube video up this way everyone can see and appreciate the details on my bike. Now, here is ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
03roadie: Thinkin of goin ape. Hey Jamie, what type of bar are you runnin?:)Ape Hanger Ride

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03roadie

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