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In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 19 replies Subject: Clutch slip cure. MS1700: :) To go where no man has gone before......(Play Star Trek music here) I been having this slipping clutch at 35K miles, not real bad but it won't hold in relation to power of the motor, especially in ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 Mr_Shamrock: Did I miss something MS I didn't take it as anyone "crucifying" you. Just a few opinions on the ever ...Clutch slip cure. 20 posts, last by: Mr_Shamrock In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 5 replies Subject: Online Machine Shop fireman922: This looks pretty cool. You download their CAD software, design your part, snd the file to them and they machine your part. Haven't looked into the cost yet, but this could be addictive!! Latest reply, 3/11/2010 CPORetired: Now that could be very hazardous to the old checking account. :blush: :evil:Online Machine Shop 6 posts, last by: CPORetired In: Miscellaneous, 3/6/2010, 29 replies Subject: We are in good company here! Mr_Shamrock: Just wanted to remind everyone how lucky we are to have such genuinely good people here on The Clinic! I sent a couple small parts to a brother in need - Carmenuchi7 with no expectations in return and ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 CPORetired: Nice thirst quencherWe are in good company here! 30 posts, last by: CPORetired In: Bike Talk, 3/9/2010, 22 replies Subject: Tighten up for Spring Mark7: Just as a reminder folks, as you're pulling off the dust covers and wiping the drool off your mouth in anticipation of that first spring ride take some extra time and go over your bike closely. As someone ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 MS1700: Yea I have one in my tool box, comes in handy. No one heeds charts like this anyways, especially Motorcycle ...Tighten up for Spring 23 posts, last by: MS1700 In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 18 replies Subject: Parking Lot Damage DKLAZ: SO....went out to get on the bike at lunch yesterday, and saw that someone had backed into her in my parking space! I was backed in, so the front fender has a crease on the top-right side. The fender is ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 CPORetired: Hunt them down, and tar and feather them where your bike was parked!!!! :evil: :evil:Parking Lot Damage 19 posts, last by: CPORetired In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 3 replies Subject: Well its spring time again ruffnek: Watch out for yourself 'cause no one else is. Just got back from the ER with a broke toe and a hell of a sprang. You figure a half block from the house and your home free......Wrong! Seems they'll pull ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 MS1700: If I posted every close call I had......... we should just do a close call thread and add to if as we ...Well its spring time again 4 posts, last by: MS1700 In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 3/11/2010 Subject: Lap Tops deanjenn: My wife and I have been talking about getting a lap top, we were at Wal-Mart the other day and we looked at them. They had them on sale or clearence not sure what they said, but they had marked some of ... Lap Tops new topic by: deanjenn In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 31 replies Subject: Well they TOTALED IT! Curt: The dealer told the adjuster that it is totaled and that it was a custom bike and there was no way they could put a value on it. The adjuster paid the storage fees and gave me a check for the towing right ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 StarCruiser06: Can you imagine getting paid for ALL the hours you have in that bike. Yeah! Or, three quarters of that ...Well they TOTALED IT! 32 posts, last by: StarCruiser06 In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 6 replies Subject: how do you remove stock grips sctnmart: I'm trying to install new grips on an 07, got the right one installed okay, but I can get the left stock one off. I watched a video on the web they showed a hex screw in the end cap but I don't see one. ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 OBMF: I have had to cut off grips in the past. They never seem to come off cleanly, although that WD-40 trick ...how do you remove stock grips 7 posts, last by: OBMF In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/13/2010, 17 replies Subject: New Where Members Live Curt: You must have a minimum of 50 posts to have your name entered. This thread is only for getting your name on the list. Please don't post anything else. Only one location per person. ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 erizo: erizo - guadalajara - spainNew Where Members Live 18 posts, last by: erizo In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 13 replies Subject: 07 Roadie near me onry: more than i wanna pay for a used bike but it sounds like a nice bike Latest reply, 3/11/2010 Inubus: I just bought my 07 for 6950 last month. Lots of Chrome pipes and other goodies. Although it had 15k ...07 Roadie near me 14 posts, last by: Inubus In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010 Subject: Anyone else using these pipes???? Goodygood: Ok been looking at the and wanted to know if anyone else had them other than Pop Rivet??? Been looking at a set and even confirmed with Pop Rivet that they are longer ... Anyone else using these pipes???? new topic by: Goodygood In: Bike Talk, 3/8/2010, 29 replies Subject: Secret What is it? icatchemall: OK I just spent 2 hours cleaning my White walls. I used 2 of the her scotch-bite pads with the foam to get them clean. I know she will be asking in a couple of day's what happen to them and I'm just going ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 hllywd: I've been using Bleech White for a long time, easiest way I've found when you scub it lightly with a ...Secret What is it? 30 posts, last by: hllywd In: Technical Discussions, 9/9/2008, 4 replies Subject: SIGNAL BLOWN FUSE MATRIX00957: HI! NEED SOME HELP HERE WHEN I ACELERATE THE BIKE MY SIGNAL FUSE GETS BLOWN AWAY AND THE METER GOES BLANK WHAT COULD IT BE ? Latest reply, 3/10/2010 bowhunter4265: that's what I would check too, had the same problem with the passing lights wiring shorting out ...SIGNAL BLOWN FUSE 5 posts, last by: bowhunter4265 In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 18 replies Subject: Oil change completed AIS GONE Fuel Pump MOVED!!! CPORetired: First I gotta say YOU GUYS HERE ARE THE BEST!!! Finally decided to get off my butt on a day off and get something good accomplished on the bike, spent last night reading through the articles on oil ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 djroger: Thanks Mr. Shamrock. On the back screw, there was no washer... will have to wait until next change. I ...Oil change completed AIS GONE Fuel Pump MOVED!!! 19 posts, last by: djroger In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 6 replies Subject: Wheel swap Mr_Shamrock: This might be a dumb question but I wanted to ask before I get the wrenches out. If I have a 2004 and newer bike with the mags and my bike (which is a 2000) with the spokes can I swap the wheels? Will ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 Mr_Shamrock: Thanks man...I will let you know how it works out tomorrow.Wheel swap 7 posts, last by: Mr_Shamrock In: Technical Discussions, 3/9/2010, 4 replies Subject: Removing Tins dmont00: Just received the new Dunlop Cruisemax front tire in the mail. Got about 11,000 miles on the original Dunlop D404. I am going to remove the front tire tomorrow and take it down to have the new tire put ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 hammer: key words are "impact wrench" Doesn't matter if it's float bowl screws or drive pulley...... gotta ...Removing Tins 5 posts, last by: hammer In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 11 replies Subject: Bend it ? icatchemall: Has anyone tried to bend the passengers back rest tubes? Do you think the chrome would crack? The wife want to sit more up right. Ya know the perfect posture :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: I was think of ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 MidStar07: Jory, That's good to know! I'm going to do this for sure. Question: Any problem with the bolts ...Bend it ? 12 posts, last by: MidStar07 In: Miscellaneous, 3/10/2010, 2 replies Subject: Road Star Shifter rfullmer71: Has anyone in the group changed out the factory Road Star shifter? I have mounted HD 360 degree road peg mounts with HD road pegs to my 05 Midnight Star. I would like to complete everything by adding the ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 rfullmer71: Thanks for the pictures. How did you do this? Your bike looks really nice. Any help on this would be ...Road Star Shifter 3 posts, last by: rfullmer71 In: Bolt Ons, 2/25/2010, 33 replies Subject: Dual Exhaust Mr_Shamrock: I am in the market for a dual exhaust system and wanted some input from you guys that have them already. Which systems do you recommend? Where is the best place to buy a set (I have PM'd Clifford but ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 GypsyNH: Today I cancelled my order from Cruiser Customizing and ordered my Bassani Headers from Dennis Kirk, ...Dual Exhaust 34 posts, last by: GypsyNH In: Introductions, 3/9/2010, 26 replies Subject: NEW '08 R* OWNER Motorhead Bob: Just purchased a "NEW" '08 R* and just wanted to say "hello"! HELLO. I guess in time I'll find out all of the quirks of this bike. I rode a V-STAR 1100 for 9 years and when I traded her in, I racked up ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 Greysnake: :welcome: Dude,enjoy your Road.NEW '08 R OWNER 27 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Introductions, 3/10/2010, 29 replies Subject: Sup fellows rcfumes: Newbie here,nice forum tons of info.Already found info on what i was looking for. Lets ride amigo's Latest reply, 3/10/2010 deadlion: :welcome:Sup fellows 30 posts, last by: deadlion In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/10/2010, 9 replies Subject: did something stupid, need advice... 01star: I went to start my 01 roadie for the first time this season and forgot to turn the fuel to on. After a few times attempting to start it the bike went dead. There was a slight burning smell afterwards. ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 easyrider003: Sitting around the fire station yesterday and a coworker said "i love the sound of that roadstar, go ...did something stupid, need advice... 10 posts, last by: easyrider003 In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2010, 37 replies Subject: EFM auto clutch takehikes: any body have one of these? Interested in performance and your impressions. Latest reply, 3/10/2010 Makcap: You can look at the tech article it really isn't that bad. The worst is getting the gasket off in my ...EFM auto clutch 38 posts, last by: Makcap In: Maintenance, 3/5/2010, 24 replies Subject: HELP!!! Now I need a New Carb! Rossignal0127: SOme of you gave me great help on my problems regarding "Flooding Fuel System". Well I was breaking dowm my carb today and I swear the previous owner did not do it before. I got to the hex bolts on the ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 Rossignal0127: Thanks to all that has helped. I got one in the mail as we speak from Ultrastar that seems to be the ...HELP!!! Now I need a New Carb! 25 posts, last by: Rossignal0127 In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 3 replies Subject: Rear Wheel Removal Mikhail: I'm sorry if this has been answered before but do you need to loosen the belt adjusters on the rear wheel to remove it? I tried searching but could find an answer. Thanks! Latest reply, 3/10/2010 MS1700: Use some sticky tape, masking or foil works good, mark where it is on each side as pictured below ...Rear Wheel Removal 4 posts, last by: MS1700 In: Bolt Ons, 3/9/2010, 5 replies Subject: Highway pegs btbeam: I just ordered the yami big bars and was wondering what highway pegs everyone uses. Thanks in advance for the help Latest reply, 3/10/2010 N0THD: Linby pegs on my Yami Big Bars. Super nice, kinda spendy but none look as good.IMHOHighway pegs 6 posts, last by: N0THD In: Bolt Ons, 3/10/2010, 1 reply Subject: Levers takehikes: I'm curious to know what other Yamaha bikes use same levers as the Roadie. As an example you can find some pretty sick stuff for the MT01 and the R1 and such but zip for us. Well you can find chrome but ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 Mr_Shamrock: It would be nice to find a cross reference chart. I currently have a V-Star 1100 for sale and was comparing ...Levers 2 posts, last by: Mr_Shamrock In: Bolt Ons, 3/8/2010, 10 replies Subject: 16" ape hangers on 2000 roadstar?? dbranco: Can I do internal wiring with a 1" bar? I think it might be way to tight and weak if I drill a hole near the grip? Also if so where can I get a decent handle bar that's 1 1/4 that's fairly cheap? I ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 silvasilv: im with shamrock on this one...im using stock throttle, wiring (external), 2 over clutch, and a pretty ...16" ape hangers on 2000 roadstar?? 11 posts, last by: silvasilv In: Bike Talk, 3/8/2010, 16 replies Subject: Test rode a Raider!!! lorin30: Harley had a used Raider that my brother and I went to look at. My brother is looking for a bike but has no license, so I asked if I could test ride it. He said sure. Man that was one sweet ride. Power ... Latest reply, 3/10/2010 01star: I got to test ride a raider last year. it was an amazing experience. that bike has incredible power ...Test rode a Raider!!! 17 posts, last by: 01star

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In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 19 replies
Subject: Clutch slip cure.
MS1700: :) To go where no man has gone before......(Play Star Trek music here) I been having this slipping clutch at 35K miles, not real bad but it won't hold in relation to power of the motor, especially in ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
Mr_Shamrock: Did I miss something MS I didn't take it as anyone "crucifying" you. Just a few opinions on the ever ...Clutch slip cure.

20 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Online Machine Shop
fireman922: This looks pretty cool. You download their CAD software, design your part, snd the file to them and they machine your part. Haven't looked into the cost yet, but this could be addictive!!

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
CPORetired: Now that could be very hazardous to the old checking account. :blush: :evil:Online Machine Shop

6 posts, last by:

CPORetired

In: Miscellaneous, 3/6/2010, 29 replies
Subject: We are in good company here!
Mr_Shamrock: Just wanted to remind everyone how lucky we are to have such genuinely good people here on The Clinic! I sent a couple small parts to a brother in need - Carmenuchi7 with no expectations in return and ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
CPORetired: Nice thirst quencherWe are in good company here!

30 posts, last by:

CPORetired

In: Bike Talk, 3/9/2010, 22 replies
Subject: Tighten up for Spring
Mark7: Just as a reminder folks, as you're pulling off the dust covers and wiping the drool off your mouth in anticipation of that first spring ride take some extra time and go over your bike closely. As someone ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
MS1700: Yea I have one in my tool box, comes in handy. No one heeds charts like this anyways, especially Motorcycle ...Tighten up for Spring

23 posts, last by:

MS1700

In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 18 replies
Subject: Parking Lot Damage
DKLAZ: SO....went out to get on the bike at lunch yesterday, and saw that someone had backed into her in my parking space! I was backed in, so the front fender has a crease on the top-right side. The fender is ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
CPORetired: Hunt them down, and tar and feather them where your bike was parked!!!! :evil: :evil:Parking Lot Damage

19 posts, last by:

CPORetired

In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 3 replies
Subject: Well its spring time again
ruffnek: Watch out for yourself 'cause no one else is. Just got back from the ER with a broke toe and a hell of a sprang. You figure a half block from the house and your home free......Wrong! Seems they'll pull ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
MS1700: If I posted every close call I had......... we should just do a close call thread and add to if as we ...Well its spring time again

4 posts, last by:

MS1700

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 3/11/2010
Subject: Lap Tops
deanjenn: My wife and I have been talking about getting a lap top, we were at Wal-Mart the other day and we looked at them. They had them on sale or clearence not sure what they said, but they had marked some of ...
Lap Tops

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deanjenn

In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 31 replies
Subject: Well they TOTALED IT!
Curt: The dealer told the adjuster that it is totaled and that it was a custom bike and there was no way they could put a value on it. The adjuster paid the storage fees and gave me a check for the towing right ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
StarCruiser06: Can you imagine getting paid for ALL the hours you have in that bike. Yeah! Or, three quarters of that ...Well they TOTALED IT!

32 posts, last by:

StarCruiser06

In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 6 replies
Subject: how do you remove stock grips
sctnmart: I'm trying to install new grips on an 07, got the right one installed okay, but I can get the left stock one off. I watched a video on the web they showed a hex screw in the end cap but I don't see one. ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
OBMF: I have had to cut off grips in the past. They never seem to come off cleanly, although that WD-40 trick ...how do you remove stock grips

7 posts, last by:

OBMF

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 2/13/2010, 17 replies
Subject: New Where Members Live
Curt: You must have a minimum of 50 posts to have your name entered. This thread is only for getting your name on the list. Please don't post anything else. Only one location per person. ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
erizo: erizo - guadalajara - spainNew Where Members Live

18 posts, last by:

erizo

In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 13 replies
Subject: 07 Roadie near me
onry: more than i wanna pay for a used bike but it sounds like a nice bike

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
Inubus: I just bought my 07 for 6950 last month. Lots of Chrome pipes and other goodies. Although it had 15k ...07 Roadie near me

14 posts, last by:

Inubus

In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010
Subject: Anyone else using these pipes????
Goodygood: Ok been looking at the and wanted to know if anyone else had them other than Pop Rivet??? Been looking at a set and even confirmed with Pop Rivet that they are longer ...
Anyone else using these pipes????

new topic by:

Goodygood

In: Bike Talk, 3/8/2010, 29 replies
Subject: Secret What is it?
icatchemall: OK I just spent 2 hours cleaning my White walls. I used 2 of the her scotch-bite pads with the foam to get them clean. I know she will be asking in a couple of day's what happen to them and I'm just going ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
hllywd: I've been using Bleech White for a long time, easiest way I've found when you scub it lightly with a ...Secret What is it?

30 posts, last by:

hllywd

In: Technical Discussions, 9/9/2008, 4 replies
Subject: SIGNAL BLOWN FUSE
MATRIX00957: HI! NEED SOME HELP HERE WHEN I ACELERATE THE BIKE MY SIGNAL FUSE GETS BLOWN AWAY AND THE METER GOES BLANK WHAT COULD IT BE ?

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
bowhunter4265: that's what I would check too, had the same problem with the passing lights wiring shorting out ...SIGNAL BLOWN FUSE

5 posts, last by:

bowhunter4265

In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 18 replies
Subject: Oil change completed AIS GONE Fuel Pump MOVED!!!
CPORetired: First I gotta say YOU GUYS HERE ARE THE BEST!!! Finally decided to get off my butt on a day off and get something good accomplished on the bike, spent last night reading through the articles on oil ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
djroger: Thanks Mr. Shamrock. On the back screw, there was no washer... will have to wait until next change. I ...Oil change completed AIS GONE Fuel Pump MOVED!!!

19 posts, last by:

djroger

In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 6 replies
Subject: Wheel swap
Mr_Shamrock: This might be a dumb question but I wanted to ask before I get the wrenches out. If I have a 2004 and newer bike with the mags and my bike (which is a 2000) with the spokes can I swap the wheels? Will ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
Mr_Shamrock: Thanks man...I will let you know how it works out tomorrow.Wheel swap

7 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Technical Discussions, 3/9/2010, 4 replies
Subject: Removing Tins
dmont00: Just received the new Dunlop Cruisemax front tire in the mail. Got about 11,000 miles on the original Dunlop D404. I am going to remove the front tire tomorrow and take it down to have the new tire put ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
hammer: key words are "impact wrench" Doesn't matter if it's float bowl screws or drive pulley...... gotta ...Removing Tins

5 posts, last by:

hammer

In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 11 replies
Subject: Bend it ?
icatchemall: Has anyone tried to bend the passengers back rest tubes? Do you think the chrome would crack? The wife want to sit more up right. Ya know the perfect posture :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: I was think of ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
MidStar07: Jory, That's good to know! I'm going to do this for sure. Question: Any problem with the bolts ...Bend it ?

12 posts, last by:

MidStar07

In: Miscellaneous, 3/10/2010, 2 replies
Subject: Road Star Shifter
rfullmer71: Has anyone in the group changed out the factory Road Star shifter? I have mounted HD 360 degree road peg mounts with HD road pegs to my 05 Midnight Star. I would like to complete everything by adding the ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
rfullmer71: Thanks for the pictures. How did you do this? Your bike looks really nice. Any help on this would be ...Road Star Shifter

3 posts, last by:

rfullmer71

In: Bolt Ons, 2/25/2010, 33 replies
Subject: Dual Exhaust
Mr_Shamrock: I am in the market for a dual exhaust system and wanted some input from you guys that have them already. Which systems do you recommend? Where is the best place to buy a set (I have PM'd Clifford but ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
GypsyNH: Today I cancelled my order from Cruiser Customizing and ordered my Bassani Headers from Dennis Kirk, ...Dual Exhaust

34 posts, last by:

GypsyNH

In: Introductions, 3/9/2010, 26 replies
Subject: NEW '08 R* OWNER
Motorhead Bob: Just purchased a "NEW" '08 R* and just wanted to say "hello"! HELLO. I guess in time I'll find out all of the quirks of this bike. I rode a V-STAR 1100 for 9 years and when I traded her in, I racked up ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
Greysnake: :welcome: Dude,enjoy your Road*.NEW '08 R* OWNER

27 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Introductions, 3/10/2010, 29 replies
Subject: Sup fellows
rcfumes: Newbie here,nice forum tons of info.Already found info on what i was looking for. Lets ride amigo's

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
deadlion: :welcome:Sup fellows

30 posts, last by:

deadlion

In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/10/2010, 9 replies
Subject: did something stupid, need advice...
01star: I went to start my 01 roadie for the first time this season and forgot to turn the fuel to on. After a few times attempting to start it the bike went dead. There was a slight burning smell afterwards. ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
easyrider003: Sitting around the fire station yesterday and a coworker said "i love the sound of that roadstar, go ...did something stupid, need advice...

10 posts, last by:

easyrider003

In: Miscellaneous, 2/8/2010, 37 replies
Subject: EFM auto clutch
takehikes: any body have one of these? Interested in performance and your impressions.

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
Makcap: You can look at the tech article it really isn't that bad. The worst is getting the gasket off in my ...EFM auto clutch

38 posts, last by:

Makcap

In: Maintenance, 3/5/2010, 24 replies
Subject: HELP!!! Now I need a New Carb!
Rossignal0127: SOme of you gave me great help on my problems regarding "Flooding Fuel System". Well I was breaking dowm my carb today and I swear the previous owner did not do it before. I got to the hex bolts on the ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
Rossignal0127: Thanks to all that has helped. I got one in the mail as we speak from Ultrastar that seems to be the ...HELP!!! Now I need a New Carb!

25 posts, last by:

Rossignal0127

In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 3 replies
Subject: Rear Wheel Removal
Mikhail: I'm sorry if this has been answered before but do you need to loosen the belt adjusters on the rear wheel to remove it? I tried searching but could find an answer. Thanks!

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
MS1700: Use some sticky tape, masking or foil works good, mark where it is on each side as pictured below ...Rear Wheel Removal

4 posts, last by:

MS1700

In: Bolt Ons, 3/9/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Highway pegs
btbeam: I just ordered the yami big bars and was wondering what highway pegs everyone uses. Thanks in advance for the help

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
N0THD: Linby pegs on my Yami Big Bars. Super nice, kinda spendy but none look as good.IMHOHighway pegs

6 posts, last by:

N0THD

In: Bolt Ons, 3/10/2010, 1 reply
Subject: Levers
takehikes: I'm curious to know what other Yamaha bikes use same levers as the Roadie. As an example you can find some pretty sick stuff for the MT01 and the R1 and such but zip for us. Well you can find chrome but ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
Mr_Shamrock: It would be nice to find a cross reference chart. I currently have a V-Star 1100 for sale and was comparing ...Levers

2 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Bolt Ons, 3/8/2010, 10 replies
Subject: 16" ape hangers on 2000 roadstar??
dbranco: Can I do internal wiring with a 1" bar? I think it might be way to tight and weak if I drill a hole near the grip? Also if so where can I get a decent handle bar that's 1 1/4 that's fairly cheap? I ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
silvasilv: im with shamrock on this one...im using stock throttle, wiring (external), 2 over clutch, and a pretty ...16" ape hangers on 2000 roadstar??

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In: Bike Talk, 3/8/2010, 16 replies
Subject: Test rode a Raider!!!
lorin30: Harley had a used Raider that my brother and I went to look at. My brother is looking for a bike but has no license, so I asked if I could test ride it. He said sure. Man that was one sweet ride. Power ...

Latest reply, 3/10/2010
01star: I got to test ride a raider last year. it was an amazing experience. that bike has incredible power ...Test rode a Raider!!!

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