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HeavyMetal's dash plate idea by greyphart	8	279	2013/05/23 23:02 by HEAVY METAL
Pay it Forward by StarRN [Page: 1,2]	13	261	2013/05/23 22:54 by twowheeltherapy
trailer hitch template arrived by HEAVY METAL [Page: 1,2]	20	1099	2013/05/23 16:53 by pbirk
Exhaust flange nuts by Martorious	7	592	2013/05/23 15:53 by Curt
Kickstand by Meitemark [Page: 1,2]	16	528	2013/05/23 10:01 by fpontarolo
Floorboards....vs Pegs by Vette468	10	322	2013/05/22 19:07 by 25bagger
looking for windshield mounts by yinzguys [Page: 1,2]	11	960	2013/05/22 18:28 by blue_star
Trunk cracked, any suggestions? by BigCountry	9	241	2013/05/22 16:12 by BigCountry
10" apes w/ stock cables , wires ? by DropkickFace [Page: 1...2,3,4]	31	7823	2013/05/22 14:38 by Supergm7
Boatmark here is the trunk mount I make by ultrastar [Page: 1,2,3]	24	1526	2013/05/22 12:29 by Darn
Anybody Willing To Make FloorBoard Tech MOD ? by shane8813 [Page: 1,2]	15	607	2013/05/22 12:16 by Arps
will harley risers work? by DropkickFace [Page: 1,2]	13	356	2013/05/21 23:46 by USAFretired
Windshield Filler - Stock? by dodadnules [Page: 1,2]	16	377	2013/05/21 21:46 by jd750ace
HONDA RISER? by ej6770	1	85	2013/05/21 16:41 by blue_star
Kuryakyn Cruise Control by dodadnules	1	70	2013/05/21 16:28 by Curt
i found some more cores for roadwings!! by smokescreens	4	244	2013/05/21 14:51 by Doc_V
Too much of a good thing . . ? by maxtnet	8	589	2013/05/20 20:32 by maxtnet
Extra Part Free by tarcon	1	235	2013/05/20 18:32 by MountainCruiser
Fitment - What fits what ? by SoCali Rider [Page: 1,2]	15	613	2013/05/20 17:45 by Tug
Thinkin' 'bout a HD faring for my '06. by Jim West Pa	2	85	2013/05/20 09:26 by smokescreens

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 12 replies Subject: A couple of the nicest guys you'll ever meet ! JimH: I had a nice suprise this afternoon,JD750ace stopped by my shop with his son Jesse.It was real good to finally meet JD face to face,and his son Jesse is a great kid.we had a real good visit(i did anyway):laugh: Latest reply, 5/23/2013 jd750ace: Speaking of broke, I'm surprised Jesse got in and out of there without breaking something! The kid's ...A couple of the nicest guys you'll ever meet ! 13 posts, last by: jd750ace In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 8 replies Subject: HeavyMetal's dash plate idea greyphart: Took HEAVYMETAL's idea about a dash plate mount and went with it. This is for those of us who can't afford/don't care about a fairing. Simple and cheap. This mounts by 4 1" x 1 1/2" corner braces attached ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 HEAVY METAL: Bump that looks good, hope it works out for you. HeavyMetal's dash plate idea 9 posts, last by: HEAVY METAL In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/2/2013, 4 replies Subject: hard bags wild_mac: thought this was a pretty good buy for bags and lids if n e body was thinking about going this route,i know their abs a< http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Black-Hard-Saddlebags-Bag-Trunk-for-Harley-Davidson-Touring-FLT-FLH-w-Lid-94-12-/400462303638?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5d3d69d196&vxp=mtr Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Signguy: Bags: http://www.mutazu.com/products.php?cat_id=119&menu=Harley%20Davidson%20Parts&product_id=387&s=prod.php Hardware: http://www.mutazu.com/products.php?cat_id=119&menu=Harley%20Davidson%20Parts&product_id=420&s=prod.php Locks: http://www.mutazu.com/products.php?cat_id=119&menu=Harley%20Davidson%20Parts&product_id=456&s=prod.php That's ...hard bags 5 posts, last by: Signguy In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 13 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, 5/23/2013 twowheeltherapy: I might have a set I would have to check tomorrow. Send me a PM so I don't forget to look. Thank ...Pay it Forward 14 posts, last by: twowheeltherapy In: Body/Frame, 5/22/2013, 39 replies Subject: painted and all assembled texanrebel82: it was getting late so no sun pics I will try to post tomorrow Latest reply, 5/23/2013 EPRoadie: Looks great :cheer: painted and all assembled 40 posts, last by: EPRoadie In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 2 replies Subject: 900 miles, $6400 JimH: http://shreveport.craigslist.org/mcy/3764354011.html Seems too good to be true,but if it's for real,that is a good deal! Latest reply, 5/23/2013 JimH: I'm sure not anybodys expert,but 900mi.is a new bike.Just seems like a great deal and the guy has ...900 miles, $6400 3 posts, last by: JimH In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/23/2013, 7 replies Subject: New E.D. Seat with pic chiefriceburner: :) So I had a new seat made. Actually a complete set. Here is a picture of the Standard Rider seat with red stitching and marine vinyl to match the bike. I will post more pics when the complete set is ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 chiefriceburner: Ha Ha Send me your ideas on a design and we will build it :)New E.D. Seat with pic 8 posts, last by: chiefriceburner In: Introductions, 5/23/2013, 8 replies Subject: Hello from Massachusetts.... like2ride2: I was a member of the V-Star forum and just bought a Road Star....now just following the chats to see what is happening and learning from so many others..... I just bought some highway bars and a luggage ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 like2ride2: thanks Dave....not sure....love the hard oem bags but looking at $1000+ so I guess I keep looking at ...Hello from Massachusetts.... 9 posts, last by: like2ride2 In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 6 replies Subject: My tupperware girl River: Well, she's gotta go. I put her on Craigs list. Latest reply, 5/23/2013 JimH: Well River,your roady will need tires or oil or some cool new mod that someone dreams up,and ...My tupperware girl 7 posts, last by: JimH In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 11 replies Subject: Ruidoso, NM Aspencash Rally EPRoadie: Just got back from the hills of NM, NE of El Paso for the Rally and got some pics if photobucket is online or being a pain in the a as always: bear with me ! ;) Will post pics ASAP ! [img ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 JimH: I was born in Albuquerque,my dad still lives there so i go as often as i can.I have only been to Ruiodoso ...Ruidoso, NM Aspencash Rally 12 posts, last by: JimH In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 21 replies Subject: Checking in from Boise Sawtooth*: Hi folks, I have been lurking a couple of weeks and decided to make it official. I just picked up a 2005 R Midnight about 10 days ago and am still like a kid on Christmas morning. Most notable features ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 deadlion: :welcome: from NCChecking in from Boise 22 posts, last by: deadlion In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 4 replies Subject: Bike radio River: I have been looking around on the internet for a radio to go on my Memphis shades fairing. I don't want to invest a lot in one, and I am looking at this unit. Anybody have one, and can give a report ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 brianis: I have a marine grade Panasonic with 4 4 polk audio marine grade speakers they distorted when I turned ...Bike radio 5 posts, last by: brianis In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 14 replies Subject: good deal on a silverado JimH: .craigslist.org/mcy/3808607490.html Hope this works,does'nt say what year but it's low mi. and very low price.If anybody is looking. Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Deerkiller: Wow, who rattlecans a stock windshield after they cut it down. One of those pics has the front ...good deal on a silverado 15 posts, last by: Deerkiller In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 4 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, 5/23/2013 pastornj: A Monday ride sounds great - anyone else? NJ Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas? 5 posts, last by: pastornj In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 6 replies Subject: For those of you with the Freedom 4" true duals... SCroadie: Im hearing a vibration like sound with my pipes, like the heat shields maybe, checked all the heat shield clamps, mounting brackets, exhaust flanges and CANNOT for the life of me find it. Its on the right ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 davej: Sounds like the steel toe in the boot.:P :laugh: For those of you with the Freedom 4" true duals... 7 posts, last by: davej In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 7 replies Subject: My name is America... Kaidallac: Give it a listen!!!! You'll get goosbumps like I did!!! Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Vette468: Awesome ! Good find thanks :rolleyes:My name is America... 8 posts, last by: Vette468 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/22/2013, 16 replies Subject: Helpful Friends??? 68jmpr: My wife said "Fix that gutter downspout TODAY!" So I decided to invited the boys over and fix the downspout. One brought his welder, one brought some cutting tools, the others brought the beer. ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 EPRoadie: Great piece of work :laugh: goes to show you what a person can do with a little support (AKA: BEER ) ...Helpful Friends??? 17 posts, last by: EPRoadie In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 9 replies Subject: A Cushman HD scooter ultrastar: This just might be a kick in the ass to ride around town on Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Curt: Always wanted one of those but mom wouldn't hear of it.:) Now look at what I got.:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:A Cushman HD scooter 10 posts, last by: Curt In: Pics of My Ride, 5/22/2013, 11 replies Subject: She's done for now BlackRain: Thought I just share some pictures on my 2004 Honda Shadow Saber 1100 before and after pictures. She's done for now. Before: After: Latest reply, 5/23/2013 EPRoadie: Nice sharp looking bike ;) She's done for now 12 posts, last by: EPRoadie In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 38 replies Subject: Hello from Oklahoma RyanH0809: Hello from Oklahoma. Recently bought a 2006 Midnight Star! It already had a bunch of accessories, and only 5k miles. I've been really impressed with Yamaha's 48 degree vtwin. I have a couple of friends ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 sappermech: :welcome: from north east TennesseeHello from Oklahoma 39 posts, last by: sappermech In: Introductions, 5/20/2013, 43 replies Subject: Hello from Rhode Island!! Supergm7: Lots of great stuff here. I've finally wanted to post and had to go "official" I just picked up my 2003 RS XV1600: 26,000 miles Paid $3400 took off the windshield oil change- Mobile1 20-50 syn ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 EPRoadie: Welcome from El Paso B) Hello from Rhode Island!! 44 posts, last by: EPRoadie In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 33 replies Subject: Welcome from North Carolina whalj2: Hello to all. Lots of great stuff here. Not new to the Yamaha world but it's been awhile. This is the second Yamaha in the stable. My first is a 1970 Yamaha HS1-B that was my first street bike and ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 EPRoadie: Welcome from El Paso B) Welcome from North Carolina 34 posts, last by: EPRoadie In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 32 replies Subject: Hello from Ohio! scionreality: Hi Everyone, I just bought my bone stock (as far as I know atm)'05 Road Star 5 days ago, and I'm pretty darn happy with it so far. I found this site while looking for -among less important things- information ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 EPRoadie: Welcome from El Paso B) Hello from Ohio! 33 posts, last by: EPRoadie In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 14 replies Subject: Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any? pastornj: Hey, all you converts to hard-bags, anyone have a decent set of used leather bags they would like to sell me? Apparently our old leather bags didn't weather the storm we went through here in Texas very ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 sappermech: Anybody have these bags? They are saddle-man Jumbo Bags. I have them on my bike. Just got them ...Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any? 15 posts, last by: sappermech In: Technical Discussions, 5/23/2013 Subject: Brackets to mount MS Batwing to OEM mounts paulfuller: Curt, sent u a PM about brackets. Brackets to mount MS Batwing to OEM mounts new topic by: paulfuller In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 16 replies Subject: Room Available for M&G in GreenBay Greysnake: I had two rooms reserved for the M&G and one of the guys that was coming along had to pull out so I called and canceled the one(1) bed room. So there is a room available for anyone coming that don't have ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 DAVECS1: So I am procrastinating on getting a room until I am sure my bike is road worthy. Will I be able to get ...Room Available for M&G in GreenBay 17 posts, last by: DAVECS1 In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 23 replies Subject: Dirty, dirty, girl..... XtremeIN: Hello all, I have just returned from a 1000 mile trip. For me this was a rather big deal. It was the first long ride I have been on. It was the first long trip that I have done on my Road Star. It was ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 River: Now I keep my guns cleaned and oiled. That is a must!Dirty, dirty, girl..... 24 posts, last by: River In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 13 replies Subject: Pics of speedstar needle davej: We talk about using different needles in the tuning process. I have seen many wondering about the dia size of the speedstar needle. I had the needle out today so I thought I would post this pic with measurements ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 doverton: When you put it next to the stock needle it really doesn't look that fat. I ended up going back to the ...Pics of speedstar needle 14 posts, last by: doverton In: Miscellaneous, 5/13/2013, 21 replies Subject: Heading to Texas - Let's Ride! pastornj: OK all you Longhorns! :P The Black Beast is loaded on the trailer and I'm coming to Texas! :) Lord willing, we'll be arriving late Weds night the 15th in Wylie, TX to see our daughter, her husband, ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Uno979: Soooo any chance y'all may ride east about an hour half-ish? I'm in Shreveport and may be free Sunday. ...Heading to Texas - Let's Ride! 22 posts, last by: Uno979 In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 3 replies Subject: radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones sgfrye: i just added a great app for my i-phone. radarscope, it gives realtime dopplar radar and map images based on your location. if your're out on the road and want to avoid an area of rain, it could help ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 pastornj: It looks like RadarNow is offered on a 5 day trial basis - is that the case? Sure loads quickly and ...radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones 4 posts, last by: pastornj

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 12 replies
Subject: A couple of the nicest guys you'll ever meet !
JimH: I had a nice suprise this afternoon,JD750ace stopped by my shop with his son Jesse.It was real good to finally meet JD face to face,and his son Jesse is a great kid.we had a real good visit(i did anyway):laugh:

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
jd750ace: Speaking of broke, I'm surprised Jesse got in and out of there without breaking something! The kid's ...A couple of the nicest guys you'll ever meet !

13 posts, last by:

jd750ace

In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 8 replies
Subject: HeavyMetal's dash plate idea
greyphart: Took HEAVYMETAL's idea about a dash plate mount and went with it. This is for those of us who can't afford/don't care about a fairing. Simple and cheap. This mounts by 4 1" x 1 1/2" corner braces attached ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
HEAVY METAL: Bump that looks good, hope it works out for you. HeavyMetal's dash plate idea

9 posts, last by:

HEAVY METAL

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/2/2013, 4 replies
Subject: hard bags
wild_mac: thought this was a pretty good buy for bags and lids if n e body was thinking about going this route,i know their abs a< http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Black-Hard-Saddlebags-Bag-Trunk-for-Harley-Davidson-Touring-FLT-FLH-w-Lid-94-12-/400462303638?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5d3d69d196&vxp=mtr

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Signguy: Bags: http://www.mutazu.com/products.php?cat_id=119&menu=Harley%20Davidson%20Parts&product_id=387&s=prod.php Hardware: http://www.mutazu.com/products.php?cat_id=119&menu=Harley%20Davidson%20Parts&product_id=420&s=prod.php Locks: http://www.mutazu.com/products.php?cat_id=119&menu=Harley%20Davidson%20Parts&product_id=456&s=prod.php That's ...hard bags

5 posts, last by:

Signguy

In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 13 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, 5/23/2013
twowheeltherapy: I might have a set I would have to check tomorrow. Send me a PM so I don't forget to look. Thank ...Pay it Forward

14 posts, last by:

twowheeltherapy

In: Body/Frame, 5/22/2013, 39 replies
Subject: painted and all assembled
texanrebel82: it was getting late so no sun pics I will try to post tomorrow

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
EPRoadie: Looks great :cheer: painted and all assembled

40 posts, last by:

EPRoadie

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 2 replies
Subject: 900 miles, $6400
JimH: http://shreveport.craigslist.org/mcy/3764354011.html Seems too good to be true,but if it's for real,that is a good deal!

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
JimH: I'm sure not anybodys expert,but 900mi.is a new bike.Just seems like a great deal and the guy has ...900 miles, $6400

3 posts, last by:

JimH

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/23/2013, 7 replies
Subject: New E.D. Seat with pic
chiefriceburner: :) So I had a new seat made. Actually a complete set. Here is a picture of the Standard Rider seat with red stitching and marine vinyl to match the bike. I will post more pics when the complete set is ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
chiefriceburner: Ha Ha Send me your ideas on a design and we will build it :)New E.D. Seat with pic

8 posts, last by:

chiefriceburner

In: Introductions, 5/23/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Hello from Massachusetts....
like2ride2: I was a member of the V-Star forum and just bought a Road Star....now just following the chats to see what is happening and learning from so many others..... I just bought some highway bars and a luggage ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
like2ride2: thanks Dave....not sure....love the hard oem bags but looking at $1000+ so I guess I keep looking at ...Hello from Massachusetts....

9 posts, last by:

like2ride2

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 6 replies
Subject: My tupperware girl
River: Well, she's gotta go. I put her on Craigs list.

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
JimH: Well River,your roady will need tires or oil or some cool new mod that someone dreams up,and ...My tupperware girl

7 posts, last by:

JimH

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Ruidoso, NM Aspencash Rally
EPRoadie: Just got back from the hills of NM, NE of El Paso for the Rally and got some pics if photobucket is online or being a pain in the a** as always: bear with me ! ;) Will post pics ASAP ! [img ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
JimH: I was born in Albuquerque,my dad still lives there so i go as often as i can.I have only been to Ruiodoso ...Ruidoso, NM Aspencash Rally

12 posts, last by:

JimH

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 21 replies
Subject: Checking in from Boise
Sawtooth: Hi folks, I have been lurking a couple of weeks and decided to make it official. I just picked up a 2005 R* Midnight about 10 days ago and am still like a kid on Christmas morning. Most notable features ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
deadlion: :welcome: from NCChecking in from Boise

22 posts, last by:

deadlion

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Bike radio
River: I have been looking around on the internet for a radio to go on my Memphis shades fairing. I don't want to invest a lot in one, and I am looking at this unit. Anybody have one, and can give a report ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
brianis: I have a marine grade Panasonic with 4 4 polk audio marine grade speakers they distorted when I turned ...Bike radio

5 posts, last by:

brianis

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 14 replies
Subject: good deal on a silverado
JimH: .craigslist.org/mcy/3808607490.html Hope this works,does'nt say what year but it's low mi. and very low price.If anybody is looking.

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Deerkiller: Wow, who rattlecans a stock windshield after they cut it down. One of those pics has the front ...good deal on a silverado

15 posts, last by:

Deerkiller

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 4 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, 5/23/2013
pastornj: A Monday ride sounds great - anyone else? NJ Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?

5 posts, last by:

pastornj

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 6 replies
Subject: For those of you with the Freedom 4" true duals...
SCroadie: Im hearing a vibration like sound with my pipes, like the heat shields maybe, checked all the heat shield clamps, mounting brackets, exhaust flanges and CANNOT for the life of me find it. Its on the right ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
davej: Sounds like the steel toe in the boot.:P :laugh: For those of you with the Freedom 4" true duals...

7 posts, last by:

davej

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 7 replies
Subject: My name is America...
Kaidallac: Give it a listen!!!! You'll get goosbumps like I did!!!

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Vette468: Awesome ! Good find thanks :rolleyes:My name is America...

8 posts, last by:

Vette468

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/22/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Helpful Friends???
68jmpr: My wife said "Fix that gutter downspout TODAY!" So I decided to invited the boys over and fix the downspout. One brought his welder, one brought some cutting tools, the others brought the beer. ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
EPRoadie: Great piece of work :laugh: goes to show you what a person can do with a little support (AKA: BEER ) ...Helpful Friends???

17 posts, last by:

EPRoadie

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 9 replies
Subject: A Cushman HD scooter
ultrastar: This just might be a kick in the ass to ride around town on

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Curt: Always wanted one of those but mom wouldn't hear of it.:) Now look at what I got.:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:A Cushman HD scooter

10 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/22/2013, 11 replies
Subject: She's done for now
BlackRain: Thought I just share some pictures on my 2004 Honda Shadow Saber 1100 before and after pictures. She's done for now. Before: After:

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
EPRoadie: Nice sharp looking bike ;) She's done for now

12 posts, last by:

EPRoadie

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 38 replies
Subject: Hello from Oklahoma
RyanH0809: Hello from Oklahoma. Recently bought a 2006 Midnight Star! It already had a bunch of accessories, and only 5k miles. I've been really impressed with Yamaha's 48 degree vtwin. I have a couple of friends ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
sappermech: :welcome: from north east TennesseeHello from Oklahoma

39 posts, last by:

sappermech

In: Introductions, 5/20/2013, 43 replies
Subject: Hello from Rhode Island!!
Supergm7: Lots of great stuff here. I've finally wanted to post and had to go "official" I just picked up my 2003 RS XV1600: 26,000 miles Paid $3400 took off the windshield oil change- Mobile1 20-50 syn ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
EPRoadie: Welcome from El Paso B) Hello from Rhode Island!!

44 posts, last by:

EPRoadie

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 33 replies
Subject: Welcome from North Carolina
whalj2: Hello to all. Lots of great stuff here. Not new to the Yamaha world but it's been awhile. This is the second Yamaha in the stable. My first is a 1970 Yamaha HS1-B that was my first street bike and ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
EPRoadie: Welcome from El Paso B) Welcome from North Carolina

34 posts, last by:

EPRoadie

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 32 replies
Subject: Hello from Ohio!
scionreality: Hi Everyone, I just bought my bone stock (as far as I know atm)'05 Road Star 5 days ago, and I'm pretty darn happy with it so far. I found this site while looking for -among less important things- information ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
EPRoadie: Welcome from El Paso B) Hello from Ohio!

33 posts, last by:

EPRoadie

In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any?
pastornj: Hey, all you converts to hard-bags, anyone have a decent set of used leather bags they would like to sell me? Apparently our old leather bags didn't weather the storm we went through here in Texas very ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
sappermech: Anybody have these bags? They are saddle-man Jumbo Bags. I have them on my bike. Just got them ...Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any?

15 posts, last by:

sappermech

In: Technical Discussions, 5/23/2013
Subject: Brackets to mount MS Batwing to OEM mounts
paulfuller: Curt, sent u a PM about brackets.
Brackets to mount MS Batwing to OEM mounts

new topic by:

paulfuller

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Room Available for M&G in GreenBay
Greysnake: I had two rooms reserved for the M&G and one of the guys that was coming along had to pull out so I called and canceled the one(1) bed room. So there is a room available for anyone coming that don't have ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
DAVECS1: So I am procrastinating on getting a room until I am sure my bike is road worthy. Will I be able to get ...Room Available for M&G in GreenBay

17 posts, last by:

DAVECS1

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 23 replies
Subject: Dirty, dirty, girl.....
XtremeIN: Hello all, I have just returned from a 1000 mile trip. For me this was a rather big deal. It was the first long ride I have been on. It was the first long trip that I have done on my Road Star. It was ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
River: Now I keep my guns cleaned and oiled. That is a must!Dirty, dirty, girl.....

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River

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Pics of speedstar needle
davej: We talk about using different needles in the tuning process. I have seen many wondering about the dia size of the speedstar needle. I had the needle out today so I thought I would post this pic with measurements ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
doverton: When you put it next to the stock needle it really doesn't look that fat. I ended up going back to the ...Pics of speedstar needle

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doverton

In: Miscellaneous, 5/13/2013, 21 replies
Subject: Heading to Texas - Let's Ride!
pastornj: OK all you Longhorns! :P The Black Beast is loaded on the trailer and I'm coming to Texas! :) Lord willing, we'll be arriving late Weds night the 15th in Wylie, TX to see our daughter, her husband, ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Uno979: Soooo any chance y'all may ride east about an hour half-ish? I'm in Shreveport and may be free Sunday. ...Heading to Texas - Let's Ride!

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Uno979

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 3 replies
Subject: radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones
sgfrye: i just added a great app for my i-phone. radarscope, it gives realtime dopplar radar and map images based on your location. if your're out on the road and want to avoid an area of rain, it could help ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
pastornj: It looks like RadarNow is offered on a 5 day trial basis - is that the case? Sure loads quickly and ...radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones

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