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Re:Christmas in April 1 Year, 10 Months ago
Nothing like a Kuryakyn Christmas. I like those flame pushrod covers. I saw a pair on a roadie at the Leesburg bikefest last weekend that were red. I'd like to find a pair to go with my red star.

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 3/11/2010, 13 replies 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 ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 slothy: Then netbook is a really nice little travel computer, the Atom Processor is pretty good, but ...Lap Tops 14 posts, last by: slothy In: Introductions, 3/11/2010, 39 replies Subject: new to this site... or any of them for that matter ferguson910: Hello all. Although I'm new as a member I have been lurking and reading your post. There is a lot of knowlage here. I have always rode yamaha and this is my first r* and I must say... its F$^&@ing awsome!!!!!. ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 lorin30: :welcome: nice to have ya!!!new to this site... or any of them for that matter 40 posts, last by: lorin30 In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/11/2010, 7 replies Subject: Heading to the Ozarks!! VinceJE: My little group is planning to make a ride to Arkansas into the Ozarks. We are wanting to make about a 150-200 mile loop out of Arkadelphia. I see there are lots of options heading north & west, but the ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 VinceJE: Here's some tentative details on our route... We'll be getting from TX to Arkadelphia via I-30 out ...Heading to the Ozarks!! 8 posts, last by: VinceJE In: Bike Talk, 3/12/2010, 3 replies Subject: Good steal if you're close to this jbiv: http://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/auction/view?auc=413641 Latest reply, 3/12/2010 StoneColdStar: Yep, look at the triple trees... they have been exchanged for some HD trees... thus the amount ...Good steal if you're close to this 4 posts, last by: StoneColdStar In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 30 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, 3/12/2010 CPORetired: Thanks, thats what I was lookin for.Clutch slip cure. 31 posts, last by: CPORetired In: Body/Frame, 3/11/2010, 5 replies Subject: Memphis Shades Batwing rfullmer71: Being new to the RS Clinic, I could use some help with choosing whether to go with a Memphis Shades Batwing Fairing for my 2005 Midnight RS. It has probably been talked about before but has anyone put ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 lorin30: I am not sure Bushman, I looked up the part number earlier, but I can't remember what the part number ...Memphis Shades Batwing 6 posts, last by: lorin30 In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 12 replies Subject: My 100th Post! - 08-10 Roadie Owners bogeydoctor: Well, this is my 100th post on RSC. It has taken me a while to reach this personal milestone, as I don't really want to post to build a post count. We have members here that reached a post count of 100 ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 bogeydoctor: Thanks, everbody.... I figure I will get my 1000th post by the time I draw social securityMy 100th Post! - 08-10 Roadie Owners 13 posts, last by: bogeydoctor In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 5 replies Subject: Just a quick question about Kenda tires Tusler: I am just about to the point that I have to put new tires on my R* and all this talk about Kenda kruz sounds good and I see I can get them cheap from ebay and all but before I do... Who makes them? :huh: ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 sal: There's a guy on craigs list under inland em pier with tires and rims for sale cheap.Just a quick question about Kenda tires 6 posts, last by: sal In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/11/2010, 2 replies Subject: Laughlin River Run Pablo: Don't know if any of you attend....or are interested in attending. Coming up in April. Always a good time. :silly: http://www.laughlinriverrun.com/home.php Latest reply, 3/12/2010 Pablo: Yeah, they can ruin a good party pretty fast, cant they?Laughlin River Run 3 posts, last by: Pablo In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/11/2010, 6 replies Subject: Can I swich the coils? kpdustin9: Can I swap the coils for testing. I know my front cyl is not hitting. If svs, front cyl will cont to run the same. If coil rear cyl will run bad. Let me know if its a bad idea. Latest reply, 3/12/2010 davej: Did you check to see if you have proper battery voltage going to the coil? If you have a corroded or ...Can I swich the coils? 7 posts, last by: davej In: Technical Discussions, 3/12/2010, 4 replies Subject: bike won't start not getting gas,please help. 2tonesand: i have a 2004 road star silverado 1700 .it had sat up for a while and when i tryed to get it running again it would not start and the fuel light blinked 8 times-stop-blink 8 times.so i took off the tank ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 Erbman02: I have to agree with Clifford, if it sat too long without a gas treatment, probably gummed up the carb.bike won't start not getting gas,please help. 5 posts, last by: Erbman02 In: Miscellaneous, 3/11/2010, 1 reply Subject: 99 r* on cl 4,000 Jade68454: i posted this a week or so ago but i think its 500 cheaper now Latest reply, 3/12/2010 onry: not to bad i dont think . i gave 2500 and and traded in an old 4 wheeler for mt 99 R* and only had 8300 ...99 r* on cl 4,000 2 posts, last by: onry In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 2 replies Subject: empty threaded hole in bottom of carb Handyman: Just pulled the carb off my 07 RS to drill the plug on the air screw adjustment and saw an empty threaded hole beside the air screw adjustment hole. I looked on the tech article "how to rejet your carb" ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 Handyman: That's it! Thanks!!empty threaded hole in bottom of carb 3 posts, last by: Handyman In: Introductions, 2/28/2010, 29 replies Subject: New guy in Central Florida, Hello to all DBL EAGLE: Site looks great, Already see alot of great info, looking forward to tinkering on my new star. Latest reply, 3/12/2010 XMM: WelcomeNew guy in Central Florida, Hello to all 30 posts, last by: XMM In: Bolt Ons, 9/25/2009, 10 replies Subject: Luggage rack wanted Transam1: Does anyone have a luggage rack they want to get rid of ? Prefer the one that bolts to the sissybar. Also if someone upgraded to a hypercharger and has a K & N replacement for the stock cleaner I'd ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 Agpilot: Does anyone know where I can get a rider backrest that is adjustable, to sit me farther back? I am 6-4, ...Luggage rack wanted 11 posts, last by: Agpilot In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/6/2010, 14 replies Subject: Help!!!!!! can I test my ign mod? kpdustin9: Does anyone know how to test my ignition mod. I have tested the boots, coils, pickup coil, and diods. Bike sputters and spits out the intake. And runs like it has fouled plugs. Don't know how to test the ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 kpdustin9: Had a guy on here say it would work. Let me know, will be back on after lunch today. ThanksHelp!!!!!! can I test my ign mod? 15 posts, last by: kpdustin9 In: Tech Tips, 3/11/2010, 9 replies Subject: getting scracthes out of your windsheild ferguson910: Ok this is going to sound crazy. just hear me out. It works believe it or not. A while back my dad ran thriugh a lot of bugs. when he got home he didn't wash them off of his windshield. He dicided to ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 oneperfectrun: Curt you may need to start with a heavy rubbing compound first and gradually work your way down ...getting scracthes out of your windsheild 10 posts, last by: oneperfectrun In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/11/2010, 4 replies Subject: ohm question kpdustin9: Tech that looked at my bike thinks I have a pickup coil problem. I checked the ohm reading, and it reads with in range. He says it could still be bad. What do you guys think. I do think I have a fire problem, ... Latest reply, 3/12/2010 kpdustin9: no did not try that yet. They tested in the correct ohm range, so did not consider that as a problem. ...ohm question 5 posts, last by: kpdustin9 In: Maintenance, 3/11/2010, 4 replies Subject: Is there a Cross Reference for fuel filters?? TVoso: I'm needing to change my fuel filter and just wondering if it's a Steeler item or if an auto parts store // Wal-Mart would carry. . Thank you Latest reply, 3/12/2010 Tusler: I took my stock fuel filter to the Napa store and the clerk brought out a nice new glass one the had ...Is there a Cross Reference for fuel filters?? 5 posts, last by: Tusler In: Miscellaneous, 3/11/2010, 7 replies Subject: dirt cheap royal star on CL Jade68454: Latest reply, 3/11/2010 PapaTom: Yup, the R* came out the same year as the RS Venture. The Venture you mentioned Jade was the Venture ...dirt cheap royal star on CL 8 posts, last by: PapaTom In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 20 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, 3/11/2010 djroger: So... just turn the bike upside down first before I remove the plug to replace the washer? I don't ...Oil change completed AIS GONE Fuel Pump MOVED!!! 21 posts, last by: djroger In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 10 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, 3/11/2010 Greysnake: I would ask him. Then stay and watch. Or you could just take it off your self and take the tire and rim ...Rear Wheel Removal 11 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Technical Discussions, 12/26/2009, 2 replies Subject: V Star Clutch adjustment ?? patanga: Hi.. I have a 2007 V Star 650 and the clutch appears to be way out of adjustment at the gearbox pivot marker. I have removed the side cover inpection slot but the adjustment does not appear to be obvious. ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 patanga: Thanks for your reply.. I'm aware of the adjustment up at the clutch lever but the repair manual also ...V Star Clutch adjustment ?? 3 posts, last by: patanga In: Maintenance, 3/11/2010, 12 replies Subject: Hard to remove spark plugs charmed: Hi, I'm changing over to iridium plugs. The two plugs on the left side came out very easily. The two on the right side are so hard to remove I'm afraid of breaking them. They start to come out but don't ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 Greysnake: You can spray alittle WD-40 around the plugs before removing and let them sit for awhile. It helps greatly ...Hard to remove spark plugs 13 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 12 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 Mr_Shamrock: Good deal - I'm glad it worked!how do you remove stock grips 13 posts, last by: Mr_Shamrock In: Technical Discussions, 9/14/2009, 31 replies Subject: Rev limiter??? kadoc: What exactly are the options for doing away with the rev limiter on roadstar. I'm quite sure these engines could handle over 5000 rpm without any major engine rebuild...any imput is welcome..thanks Latest reply, 3/11/2010 BlackHorse: I put a 3000 on my 01 and it made a huge difference. before I was always bumping my head on the ...Rev limiter??? 32 posts, last by: BlackHorse In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 9 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, 3/11/2010 Mr_Shamrock: Thanks guys, I didn't get a chance to swap them today. Hopefully this weekend will allow me more time ...Wheel swap 10 posts, last by: Mr_Shamrock In: Bolt Ons, 3/11/2010, 15 replies Subject: Bub Stubbies Question Joe706: Need some help - I took my stubbies in to get powder coated and checked on them today. I noticed that the painter took off what I assume to be some type of gasket. This gasket looked more like ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 Curt: Don't remember seeing any of those on my stubbies!:( Guess I will find out when I pull mine of the bike ...Bub Stubbies Question 16 posts, last by: Curt In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 10 replies Subject: Hotels near the Dragon MikeyD: Does anyone have any recomendations of places to stay near The Dragon. I plan on making a trip up there sometime in May with a few friends from FL and I'm not sure where to stay. I looked online and ... Latest reply, 3/11/2010 tristate: last year we reserved a real nice place, Ironhorse inn a bit pricey,for the garaged lodge but very nice ...Hotels near the Dragon 11 posts, last by: tristate In: Maintenance, 3/11/2010, 6 replies Subject: air filter removal/installation alleycat: can anyone give me a lil insight on the removal of the air filter cover for an 08 roadstar? is it difficult or fairly easy Latest reply, 3/11/2010 djroger: Thanks Musky!air filter removal/installation 7 posts, last by: djroger

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 3/11/2010, 13 replies
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 ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
slothy: Then netbook is a really nice little travel computer, the Atom Processor is pretty good, but ...Lap Tops

14 posts, last by:

slothy

In: Introductions, 3/11/2010, 39 replies
Subject: new to this site... or any of them for that matter
ferguson910: Hello all. Although I'm new as a member I have been lurking and reading your post. There is a lot of knowlage here. I have always rode yamaha and this is my first r* and I must say... its F$^&@ing awsome!!!!!. ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
lorin30: :welcome: nice to have ya!!!new to this site... or any of them for that matter

40 posts, last by:

lorin30

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/11/2010, 7 replies
Subject: Heading to the Ozarks!!
VinceJE: My little group is planning to make a ride to Arkansas into the Ozarks. We are wanting to make about a 150-200 mile loop out of Arkadelphia. I see there are lots of options heading north & west, but the ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
VinceJE: Here's some tentative details on our route... We'll be getting from TX to Arkadelphia via I-30 out ...Heading to the Ozarks!!

8 posts, last by:

VinceJE

In: Bike Talk, 3/12/2010, 3 replies
Subject: Good steal if you're close to this
jbiv: http://www.publicsurplus.com/sms/auction/view?auc=413641

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
StoneColdStar: Yep, look at the triple trees... they have been exchanged for some HD trees... thus the amount ...Good steal if you're close to this

4 posts, last by:

StoneColdStar

In: Bike Talk, 3/10/2010, 30 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, 3/12/2010
CPORetired: Thanks, thats what I was lookin for.Clutch slip cure.

31 posts, last by:

CPORetired

In: Body/Frame, 3/11/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Memphis Shades Batwing
rfullmer71: Being new to the RS Clinic, I could use some help with choosing whether to go with a Memphis Shades Batwing Fairing for my 2005 Midnight RS. It has probably been talked about before but has anyone put ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
lorin30: I am not sure Bushman, I looked up the part number earlier, but I can't remember what the part number ...Memphis Shades Batwing

6 posts, last by:

lorin30

In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 12 replies
Subject: My 100th Post! - 08-10 Roadie Owners
bogeydoctor: Well, this is my 100th post on RSC. It has taken me a while to reach this personal milestone, as I don't really want to post to build a post count. We have members here that reached a post count of 100 ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
bogeydoctor: Thanks, everbody.... I figure I will get my 1000th post by the time I draw social securityMy 100th Post! - 08-10 Roadie Owners

13 posts, last by:

bogeydoctor

In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 5 replies
Subject: Just a quick question about Kenda tires
Tusler: I am just about to the point that I have to put new tires on my R* and all this talk about Kenda kruz sounds good and I see I can get them cheap from ebay and all but before I do... Who makes them? :huh: ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
sal: There's a guy on craigs list under inland em pier with tires and rims for sale cheap.Just a quick question about Kenda tires

6 posts, last by:

sal

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/11/2010, 2 replies
Subject: Laughlin River Run
Pablo: Don't know if any of you attend....or are interested in attending. Coming up in April. Always a good time. :silly: http://www.laughlinriverrun.com/home.php

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
Pablo: Yeah, they can ruin a good party pretty fast, cant they?Laughlin River Run

3 posts, last by:

Pablo

In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/11/2010, 6 replies
Subject: Can I swich the coils?
kpdustin9: Can I swap the coils for testing. I know my front cyl is not hitting. If svs, front cyl will cont to run the same. If coil rear cyl will run bad. Let me know if its a bad idea.

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
davej: Did you check to see if you have proper battery voltage going to the coil? If you have a corroded or ...Can I swich the coils?

7 posts, last by:

davej

In: Technical Discussions, 3/12/2010, 4 replies
Subject: bike won't start not getting gas,please help.
2tonesand: i have a 2004 road star silverado 1700 .it had sat up for a while and when i tryed to get it running again it would not start and the fuel light blinked 8 times-stop-blink 8 times.so i took off the tank ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
Erbman02: I have to agree with Clifford, if it sat too long without a gas treatment, probably gummed up the carb.bike won't start not getting gas,please help.

5 posts, last by:

Erbman02

In: Miscellaneous, 3/11/2010, 1 reply
Subject: 99 r* on cl 4,000
Jade68454: i posted this a week or so ago but i think its 500 cheaper now

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
onry: not to bad i dont think . i gave 2500 and and traded in an old 4 wheeler for mt 99 R* and only had 8300 ...99 r* on cl 4,000

2 posts, last by:

onry

In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 2 replies
Subject: empty threaded hole in bottom of carb
Handyman: Just pulled the carb off my 07 RS to drill the plug on the air screw adjustment and saw an empty threaded hole beside the air screw adjustment hole. I looked on the tech article "how to rejet your carb" ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
Handyman: That's it! Thanks!!empty threaded hole in bottom of carb

3 posts, last by:

Handyman

In: Introductions, 2/28/2010, 29 replies
Subject: New guy in Central Florida, Hello to all
DBL EAGLE: Site looks great, Already see alot of great info, looking forward to tinkering on my new star.

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
XMM: WelcomeNew guy in Central Florida, Hello to all

30 posts, last by:

XMM

In: Bolt Ons, 9/25/2009, 10 replies
Subject: Luggage rack wanted
Transam1: Does anyone have a luggage rack they want to get rid of ? Prefer the one that bolts to the sissybar. Also if someone upgraded to a hypercharger and has a K & N replacement for the stock cleaner I'd ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
Agpilot: Does anyone know where I can get a rider backrest that is adjustable, to sit me farther back? I am 6-4, ...Luggage rack wanted

11 posts, last by:

Agpilot

In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/6/2010, 14 replies
Subject: Help!!!!!! can I test my ign mod?
kpdustin9: Does anyone know how to test my ignition mod. I have tested the boots, coils, pickup coil, and diods. Bike sputters and spits out the intake. And runs like it has fouled plugs. Don't know how to test the ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
kpdustin9: Had a guy on here say it would work. Let me know, will be back on after lunch today. ThanksHelp!!!!!! can I test my ign mod?

15 posts, last by:

kpdustin9

In: Tech Tips, 3/11/2010, 9 replies
Subject: getting scracthes out of your windsheild
ferguson910: Ok this is going to sound crazy. just hear me out. It works believe it or not. A while back my dad ran thriugh a lot of bugs. when he got home he didn't wash them off of his windshield. He dicided to ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
oneperfectrun: Curt you may need to start with a heavy rubbing compound first and gradually work your way down ...getting scracthes out of your windsheild

10 posts, last by:

oneperfectrun

In: Electrical/Electronics, 3/11/2010, 4 replies
Subject: ohm question
kpdustin9: Tech that looked at my bike thinks I have a pickup coil problem. I checked the ohm reading, and it reads with in range. He says it could still be bad. What do you guys think. I do think I have a fire problem, ...

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
kpdustin9: no did not try that yet. They tested in the correct ohm range, so did not consider that as a problem. ...ohm question

5 posts, last by:

kpdustin9

In: Maintenance, 3/11/2010, 4 replies
Subject: Is there a Cross Reference for fuel filters??
TVoso: I'm needing to change my fuel filter and just wondering if it's a Steeler item or if an auto parts store // Wal-Mart would carry. . Thank you

Latest reply, 3/12/2010
Tusler: I took my stock fuel filter to the Napa store and the clerk brought out a nice new glass one the had ...Is there a Cross Reference for fuel filters??

5 posts, last by:

Tusler

In: Miscellaneous, 3/11/2010, 7 replies
Subject: dirt cheap royal star on CL
Jade68454:

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
PapaTom: Yup, the R* came out the same year as the RS Venture. The Venture you mentioned Jade was the Venture ...dirt cheap royal star on CL

8 posts, last by:

PapaTom

In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 20 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, 3/11/2010
djroger: So... just turn the bike upside down first before I remove the plug to replace the washer? I don't ...Oil change completed AIS GONE Fuel Pump MOVED!!!

21 posts, last by:

djroger

In: Maintenance, 3/10/2010, 10 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, 3/11/2010
Greysnake: I would ask him. Then stay and watch. Or you could just take it off your self and take the tire and rim ...Rear Wheel Removal

11 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Technical Discussions, 12/26/2009, 2 replies
Subject: V Star Clutch adjustment ??
patanga: Hi.. I have a 2007 V Star 650 and the clutch appears to be way out of adjustment at the gearbox pivot marker. I have removed the side cover inpection slot but the adjustment does not appear to be obvious. ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
patanga: Thanks for your reply.. I'm aware of the adjustment up at the clutch lever but the repair manual also ...V Star Clutch adjustment ??

3 posts, last by:

patanga

In: Maintenance, 3/11/2010, 12 replies
Subject: Hard to remove spark plugs
charmed: Hi, I'm changing over to iridium plugs. The two plugs on the left side came out very easily. The two on the right side are so hard to remove I'm afraid of breaking them. They start to come out but don't ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
Greysnake: You can spray alittle WD-40 around the plugs before removing and let them sit for awhile. It helps greatly ...Hard to remove spark plugs

13 posts, last by:

Greysnake

In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 12 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
Mr_Shamrock: Good deal - I'm glad it worked!how do you remove stock grips

13 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Technical Discussions, 9/14/2009, 31 replies
Subject: Rev limiter???
kadoc: What exactly are the options for doing away with the rev limiter on roadstar. I'm quite sure these engines could handle over 5000 rpm without any major engine rebuild...any imput is welcome..thanks

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
BlackHorse: I put a 3000 on my 01 and it made a huge difference. before I was always bumping my head on the ...Rev limiter???

32 posts, last by:

BlackHorse

In: Technical Discussions, 3/10/2010, 9 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, 3/11/2010
Mr_Shamrock: Thanks guys, I didn't get a chance to swap them today. Hopefully this weekend will allow me more time ...Wheel swap

10 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Bolt Ons, 3/11/2010, 15 replies
Subject: Bub Stubbies Question
Joe706: Need some help - I took my stubbies in to get powder coated and checked on them today. I noticed that the painter took off what I assume to be some type of gasket. This gasket looked more like ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
Curt: Don't remember seeing any of those on my stubbies!:( Guess I will find out when I pull mine of the bike ...Bub Stubbies Question

16 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Bike Talk, 3/11/2010, 10 replies
Subject: Hotels near the Dragon
MikeyD: Does anyone have any recomendations of places to stay near The Dragon. I plan on making a trip up there sometime in May with a few friends from FL and I'm not sure where to stay. I looked online and ...

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
tristate: last year we reserved a real nice place, Ironhorse inn a bit pricey,for the garaged lodge but very nice ...Hotels near the Dragon

11 posts, last by:

tristate

In: Maintenance, 3/11/2010, 6 replies
Subject: air filter removal/installation
alleycat: can anyone give me a lil insight on the removal of the air filter cover for an 08 roadstar? is it difficult or fairly easy

Latest reply, 3/11/2010
djroger: Thanks Musky!air filter removal/installation

7 posts, last by:

djroger

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.