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2005 Midnight Star for sale 9 Months, 2 Weeks ago

Selling a 2005 Yamaha Roadstar 1700 Midnite Star edition. 3400 miles Has been garaged for all but exactly 3 months of its life and those three months were spent under cover. Runs amazing. Rebuilt carb last summer, rejetted to match big air kit and exhuast. Satin black paint. Has Baron's Big Air Kit, Vance and Hines Longshot H/S exhaust pipes, forged midnite star wheels, has single LED all in one clear tail light that contains the signals and the rear brake light. (have original rear light assembly but this set up looks incredible and is street legal) Chrome has light pitting but most of it should come up. Otherwise all chrome shines like new. Comes with (not currently installed on bike) Rear chrome sissy bar with back pad. rear chrome luggage rack, a pair of lay over the fender saddlebags, a second set of seats with NO studs (ones with studs currently on bike) have unopened bike cover with flannel interior, Also have original side view mirrors. Look up bike on NADA with accessories price is right. Never been in an accident laid down or otherwise damaged. PM me if you have interest. 7500 FIRM. Thanks!

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Re:2005 Midnight Star for sale 9 Months, 2 Weeks ago
Classifieds... Click on the "Classifieds" tab above. Good luck with your sale.

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 22 replies
Subject: shock replacement
Txsroadie: I need to replace my rear shock and spring any recommendation would helpful,I read somewhere about roadwing shock.I weigh about 250#

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
smokescreens: sure do:laugh: and a $15 discount due to no ship charge:Pshock replacement

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JakePaes: :welcome:Welcome from North Carolina

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In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013
Subject: Rinehart
Ashley: Dont look like to bad a deal ? Did they quit making these pipes ? http://asheville.craigslist.org/mcy/3808207275.html
Rinehart

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In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/22/2013
Subject: H-D Axle Adapters
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Subject: Trunk cracked, any suggestions?
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Subject: eBay Dreamer...
Warden: The ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
pastornj: Yep, fins are all polished - except for the ones behind the AIS which I didn't remove because it ...eBay Dreamer...

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pastornj

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Subject: Bolt stripped threads at exhaust port
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
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zeeman

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Subject: Hello from Oklahoma
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Boatmark: :welcome: From So Cal.:)Hello from Oklahoma

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Boatmark

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Subject: LED turn signal flasher mod
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catnaper2: Not sure why this reposted!LED turn signal flasher mod

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catnaper2

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Subject: 2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9
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In: Electrical/Electronics, 5/22/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Installing a stereo
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
MaiRoadie: Okay sounds good. I underestimated the accessories wire.Installing a stereo

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MaiRoadie

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Subject: If It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts)
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Roadstarblue: What windshield do you have stock? I have bolts for the Memphis shade bracketsIf It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts)

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Roadstarblue

In: Bolt Ons, 4/28/2013, 24 replies
Subject: Boatmark here is the trunk mount I make
ultrastar: Here you go Mark it mounts into the stock backrest mount

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
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In: Rides, Meets, Events, 4/30/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Captain Chad Reed Memorial Ride (Florida)
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Roadstarblue: Bump.Captain Chad Reed Memorial Ride (Florida)

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Roadstarblue

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/26/2013, 89 replies
Subject: Meet and Greet Rockers
Darn: :censored: :censored: :censored: prices went up, they were under $5 for the last several years, now my guy who was doing them is gone, so the new guy wants $7.00 each or $350 up front for 50 I need ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Ashley: + 1 Needs a ED seat :laugh: :laugh: Meet and Greet Rockers

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Subject: Anybody Willing To Make FloorBoard Tech MOD ?
shane8813: Hey Guys!! I'm having trouble finding 3/8 flat steel locally as I live in a rural area and I've looked online and their prices are outrageous. I was wondering if anyone was willing to make me a set of ...

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Arps

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Subject: Wagon Wheel Primary Pulley Cover
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
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River

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Subject: Breaking it in
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
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In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Getting to old for this
Bryan76: So I made it down to my buddies house yesterday here in Fl and him and his girlfriend both ride crotch rockets, so we decide to go for a ride and now I'm sore as crap! I can't handle those bikes like I ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
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FatJay

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Subject: Conversation With My Sister-In-Law
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Latest reply, 5/22/2013
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Doc_V

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/21/2013, 12 replies
Subject: RSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER
Warden: (Ok, not really burning it, but I won't be offering them again). Based on some recent requests ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Warden: PM sent. I updated my first post of this thread with your information. You did it correctly! ...RSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER

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In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/30/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Battery 20 hl in a fi roadie
MaiRoadie: Where can I get a 2007 or earlier battery box? Will it fit in a 2008? Can I just put the battery on a block of wood? I have a 20 instead of a 14 battery and it doesn't fit in the 14 box but I would ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
MaiRoadie: It is a new battery, cost c. $70, from Chrome BatteryBattery 20 hl in a fi roadie

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MaiRoadie

In: Electrical/Electronics, 5/22/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Roadwing shock sensor
DocShadow: Does anyone have a source for the Roadwing shock senor ... the TPS type unit. If there is no source could I get a measurement of the distance (center to center) of the mounting holes. Thanks, Doc . ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
smokescreens: the roadwing wont give you the up and down like the tricky. its just like a regular shock but the way ...Roadwing shock sensor

9 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Technical Discussions, 5/21/2013, 19 replies
Subject: Dunlop Elite III
Charlie Horse: How many of you folks are running Dunlop Elite III tires...I'm a little disappointed that the rear tire wear, at 8,000 miles is already at 4/32nd's. My last tire was the Michelin Commander (1) and got ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
HotRodRStar: Now running an Avon AV72 on the rear. Replaced a CommanderII with the Avon. You cant go wrong with ...Dunlop Elite III

20 posts, last by:

HotRodRStar

In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 12 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, 5/22/2013
pastornj: Got arrangements made - Thanks guys!Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any?

13 posts, last by:

pastornj

In: Bike Talk, 5/21/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Transmission Recall
6hrtbt3: I have a friend looking at an 05, owner did not say anything about the recall. Does the 05 need the transmission recall? Thanks in advance.

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
BubbaKahuna: I can run your VIN to see if any Service Bulletins are open on your bike. PM me your VIN & I'll run ...Transmission Recall

9 posts, last by:

BubbaKahuna

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 20 replies
Subject: Rain Gear and trip accessories
RoadiesRock05: I am taking a trip this weekend to Duluth, MN. I am leaving Wednesday and returning Monday. The forecast calls for rain :( Any opinions about what is the best rain gear to get for a good price? I would ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
RoadiesRock05: I Bought A FroggToggs Suit At THe Dealership. DueToTheShort Notice Of The Trip I Didn'tHaveTimeForShipping. ...Rain Gear and trip accessories

21 posts, last by:

RoadiesRock05

In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/4/2009, 41 replies
Subject: Speedometer/Fuel Gauge problems
roadstarrider60: 2000 Roadstar 1600. Speedo works intermittenly. Seems to stick at first and if I shut off bike and restart it is okay for awhile. Been doing this for about 8 months. Then the fuel gauge would show empty ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
1999Roadstar: I just called pinwall they said to try back they only have 1700 speedos in. So if anyone has a speedo ...Speedometer/Fuel Gauge problems

42 posts, last by:

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In: Technical Discussions, 5/22/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Any video of a normal idle?
DageonYar: Just wondering if anyone has a vid of a typical normal idle (900rpm'ish?). I pulled into work today, and a cowerker stopped over while I was parking. He asked how I could tell if it was actually running ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
SKWEARpeg: Mine needs to be warmed up good also. It usually takes about 10 miles, to really get it consistent.Any video of a normal idle?

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The Road Star Clinic is a collaborative community of riders who archive and publish user contributed technical data about Yamaha Road Star motorcycles.

We also sponsor the creation and support of other community websites similar to our own. Inquiries about availability of a website for your community can be submitted to us via any "Contact Us" option on the Clinic.