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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/17/2013, 31 replies Subject: Immigration Reform BuffaloRider: http://www.wvgazette.com/Opinion/OpEdCommentaries/201306140130 If this bill passes it will be the final knife in the back of this Republic. Low skilled workers will be fighting each other for scraps ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 Ricohoc: Immigration Reform 32 posts, last by: Ricohoc In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 16 replies Subject: Changed Main jet and now worse mpg Cheekster: It had 205 main jet and I put a 172.5 in and now I get worse mpg. I have K&N BAK, V&H Longshots, stock manifold and I used to get 33 and now I'm only getting 105 miles before my light comes on. Stock ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 BTM. Samson: from what you are saying sounds like the 5 position speedster needle close companion to the Kury-a-kyn ...Changed Main jet and now worse mpg 17 posts, last by: BTM. Samson In: Introductions, 6/18/2013, 15 replies Subject: Hi from New Zealand canyonlanz: Hi there, Just a quick first note from a big Roady fan in Auckland. Well i fell for the classic Roady 3 years ago and had been enjoying reading this forum for most of that time. Still do. This time last ... Latest reply, 6/19/2013 BTM. Samson: So mate... looks like that BSR40 gets down the road rather smoothly with the DJ 195 ? :welcome: From ...Hi from New Zealand 16 posts, last by: BTM. Samson In: Pics of My Ride, 6/18/2013, 24 replies Subject: My first roadstar AWDimprezaL: About 3 minutes after picking it up. What is the official name for this color combo? Anyone know where I could get some touchup paint? The second ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 JimH: :welcome: From Texas.My first roadstar 25 posts, last by: JimH In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 54 replies Subject: Are stock Road stars slow? mongovb: I have a 2001 Road Star and am the slowest in the bunch which include a 900 Vulcan and 1100 V-star. I know my bike is no dragster but dam, they all out accelerate me. My bike has about 30k on the top end ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 BTM. Samson: ANY WAY.... mongovb which means Mongo from Virginia Beach...will give us a report when he installs the ...Are stock Road stars slow? 55 posts, last by: BTM. Samson In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 15 replies Subject: Down it goes! Darn: Dropped the bike today :blush: :oops: I was at work, it started to rain so I decided to pull it into the shop. As I pulled in on to the clean painted floor with wet tires.... Traction was not available, ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 JimH: Yep,ride long enough and you will drop one! Glad you did'nt get your leg under it Darn,or worse,crack ...Down it goes! 16 posts, last by: JimH In: Miscellaneous, 6/18/2013, 3 replies Subject: What to do on quarters? Rest and R* =) Papaskispartan: I hate being on quarters, because my Warden will be over me, making sure I rest. I will have to sneak in the garage when she is not looking. On my trip back from ME I took (7-9 June) I came back with ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 JimH: I have had sinus issues over the years too,get a sinus wash kit at the drug store.I have tried all the ...What to do on quarters? Rest and R* =) 4 posts, last by: JimH In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 14 replies Subject: Oops, wrong forum Erbman02: Sitting at dealer now, getting front Tire and Rivco risers installed. Way too hot to be doing risers myself. 9am it was in the upper 90's with humidity levels. Next will be to have seat modded. ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 CoyoteManNo1: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: W. CoyoteOops, wrong forum 15 posts, last by: CoyoteManNo1 In: Body/Frame, 6/18/2013, 3 replies Subject: Floorboard question Deerkiller: So, a member here is offering to sell me his stock floorboards at a reasonable price. Question is this: His boards and shifter and whatnot are from a 2007, and my bike is a 2000. I know the heel/toe shifter ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Curt: Yes the newer shift is different I am not sure what year they changed.I know the board portion on the ...Floorboard question 4 posts, last by: Curt In: Miscellaneous, 6/15/2013, 6 replies Subject: HD Hard Saddlebags for sale Lubama: I decided not to mount the HD bags on my R* and I'm selling them. All the information is listed in the classifieds Follow the link http://roadstarclinic.com/component/option,com_marketplace/page,show_ad/catid,14/adid,4398/Itemid,197/ Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Boatmark: Smurfs are usually on the up and up!:PHD Hard Saddlebags for sale 7 posts, last by: Boatmark In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013 Subject: Anybody wanna do some trading? SCroadie: Wife is starting to ride a lil more. Looking for a one piece seat like a mustang daytripper or something along those lines. Gotta Danny Grey Buttcrack solo in real good shape andwill throw in a studded ... Anybody wanna do some trading? new topic by: SCroadie In: Miscellaneous, 6/18/2013, 1 reply Subject: New Shinko tire ultrastar: Kinda Kool the tire smokes in different colors in burn outs I need kandy apple red but they don't have Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Boatmark: I gotta get me one of them mo-fos!:woohoo:New Shinko tire 2 posts, last by: Boatmark In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 12 replies Subject: Clutch shift hit hard brianis: Do you guys notice if your stars shift hard I can definitely feel every shift. Thought maybe oil but its good checked free play in the clutch it's good Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Curt: Forward controls are even worse you have to lube even more. Yes mine has always clunked and when it get ...Clutch shift hit hard 13 posts, last by: Curt In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 10 replies Subject: Brake Fluid Shelf Life. GGattorr: Does brake fluid go bad if never opened. I have some DOT 3 Brake fluid that has never been opened. A couple of bottles probably 7 years old and a couple of bottles maybe about 4 years old. Friends gave ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Big Sky Rider: I use my Mity-Vac on my bike, cars, trucks and tractors. Makes short work and I can do by myself.Brake Fluid Shelf Life. 11 posts, last by: Big Sky Rider In: Bike Talk, 1/13/2013, 7 replies Subject: Mounting Royal STar Venture bags with 4 " Duals Kaidallac: This is especially for Silverfox since he asked me... hope you see this bro. First and formost most of this info I got from other members on the RSC...:) Parts you should have to mount your Royal ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Kaidallac: kia how much difference is their between the mutazu rs bags that you had and the royal hard bags? ...Mounting Royal STar Venture bags with 4 " Duals 8 posts, last by: Kaidallac In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 20 replies Subject: Here We Go - Pipes Install MartyN8677: Removed AIS and added BAK this afternoon. Getting ready to eat and then tackling the pipes install. My Cobra Speedster Slashcuts just arrived about a half hour ago. Somehow I think these will be more ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 NWRODIE: Biggest thing is, don't over think the project, just take your time, and don't force anything, forcing ...Here We Go - Pipes Install 21 posts, last by: NWRODIE In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 21 replies Subject: What do the Cobra 2-1 pipes sound like? Deerkiller: So, thinking about rebuilding my Roadstar into a bit of a stripped down hotrod. I need to replace the pipes, as they were damaged pretty badly. I understand that a 2-1 system is going to give the best ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Deerkiller: I just took this video about 30 minutes ago of my Cobra 2 into 1 exhaust. Thanks, Shane, sounds ...What do the Cobra 2-1 pipes sound like? 22 posts, last by: Deerkiller In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 14 replies Subject: Are all forward controls so expensive? Deerkiller: Looking at forward controls for the bike also. Pricey bastards, aren't they:blink: Am I missing something? $550-$600 is the cheapest I found anything for. Seems a little steep. I understand you get ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Deerkiller: Stinger, sent you a PM:)Are all forward controls so expensive? 15 posts, last by: Deerkiller In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 3 replies Subject: stage 1 exhaust sappermech: Well I was hesitant about doing the stage 1 mod but it actually sounds pretty good those cups or cones were a pain in the butt to get out finally after testing my patience ( don't take much) I pulled out ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Ricohoc: stage 1 exhaust 4 posts, last by: Ricohoc In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 6 replies Subject: exhaust back pressure SMOKINJOE: i have 3" hard chrome exhaust pipes. they are louder then i would like them to be. i installed the dish strainer but did not cut the center half inch section out. the bike is much quieter now and runs ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 SMOKINJOE: thanks guys ,,,,just didn't want to do any engine damage and not know it till it was too late. exhaust back pressure 7 posts, last by: SMOKINJOE In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 15 replies Subject: Instrument cluster's blinding reflections Callred: Chrome, love it or hate it, we have it. I like the shiny parts of my bike with the exception of my instrument cluster cover. That pretty piece on top of the tank looks great until riding in the summer ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 rballew: I'm not going to change the colors, re spraying it the same colors.. I just have a quiet a few ...Instrument cluster's blinding reflections 16 posts, last by: rballew In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 7 replies Subject: Stopped by the Yamaha Shop at lunch Stevie: I needed some chain lube for my Raptor Noticed they got a 2012 HD Street Glide on the floor I almost filled out a credit app but I couldn't decide in the little time I had left at lunch Maybe after ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Stevie: The bike or the car? LMFAO I see a new car in her future :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: The ...Stopped by the Yamaha Shop at lunch 8 posts, last by: Stevie In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 5 replies Subject: Fender Support bwgoette: I am looking at putting a hitch and custom mounting a Harley Tour Pack on for the wife to be more comfortable. I am wondering if anyone has added this much weight to the rear end of the bike and if you ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 bwgoette: thanks for all the advice. I will be adding support to mine and will upload pictures of the completed ...Fender Support 6 posts, last by: bwgoette In: Jetting, 6/9/2013, 26 replies Subject: Any thoughts other than cleaning? DusterP94: I'm on my first R* as of March. It has always had a some hesitation and popping at about 1/8 to 1/4 throttle. I believe the PO let it set with untreated fuel all winter. So I pulled, disassembled, and ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 DusterP94: Thank you so much to greyphart SKWEARpeg jd750ace blue_star You guys have been quite a help. I've ...Any thoughts other than cleaning? 27 posts, last by: DusterP94 In: Body/Frame, 6/18/2013, 1 reply Subject: Progressive shock/spring advice needed RussB: I bougt my 06 R* with a progressice shock and spring already on it. I wish to adjust it tighter so it can handle more weight without sagging. I see it takes a spanner wrench but can't find one to fit.... Does ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 blue_star: You can get it from Progressive. Part # SW-784 Progressive shock/spring advice needed 2 posts, last by: blue_star In: Technical Discussions, 6/10/2013, 57 replies Subject: Pulling The Heads willy6501: After battling SVS for a few weeks now and coming to the realization that this bike won't run on anything but Ring Free I'm going to pull the heads and ream the guides. Does anyone have any hints or words ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Curt: Could have been an under size reamer the Yamaha builders were using.:)Pulling The Heads 58 posts, last by: Curt In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 24 replies Subject: a little rider beware story.... takehikes: I am on a chopper forum and below is part of one guys post about his accident. The most important part is his take on footwear and "crash" bars....basically he is a guys with multi decades riding all kinds ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Blackroadie: I guess it can go either way... I bet it takes a helluva hit to fold the bar, but it happens. Also in ...a little rider beware story.... 25 posts, last by: Blackroadie In: Rides, Meets, Events, 6/13/2013, 3 replies Subject: DelMarVa 4 July Ride?? Papaskispartan: Hey DelMarVa folks, Anyone interested in a 4th of July Ride? Doesnt have to be on the 4th, but I will be off that whole week, and thought about getting together with some of you guys (Claymiester, RoadStarBlue). ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Papaskispartan: Sounds good. I have Rob' number, and I think I have yours from a PM. I am up for anything. I havent been ...DelMarVa 4 July Ride?? 4 posts, last by: Papaskispartan In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 6 replies Subject: exhaust for 06 roadstar highway: what exhaust came on the road star in 06 ? when I bought mine it had cobra on it. And a K N air filter on it wonder if it needs jetted. Latest reply, 6/18/2013 Greysnake: I humbly learned all about mine from the people here and reading everything I could get my hands on;) ...exhaust for 06 roadstar 7 posts, last by: Greysnake In: Miscellaneous, 6/13/2013, 21 replies Subject: Great Deal on items on eBay pastornj: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190855565021?item=190855565021&viewitem=&vxp=mtr I'm selling my used BAK - K&N - air filter on eBay - a great deal for an XV1600 if anyone's looking - only $100 shipped. Other ... Latest reply, 6/18/2013 pastornj: Handlebars & lowering kit reduced to sell - make me an offer I can't refuse! Bump Great Deal on items on eBay 22 posts, last by: pastornj

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/17/2013, 31 replies
Subject: Immigration Reform
BuffaloRider: http://www.wvgazette.com/Opinion/OpEdCommentaries/201306140130 If this bill passes it will be the final knife in the back of this Republic. Low skilled workers will be fighting each other for scraps ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
Ricohoc: Immigration Reform

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Ricohoc

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Changed Main jet and now worse mpg
Cheekster: It had 205 main jet and I put a 172.5 in and now I get worse mpg. I have K&N BAK, V&H Longshots, stock manifold and I used to get 33 and now I'm only getting 105 miles before my light comes on. Stock ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
BTM. Samson: from what you are saying sounds like the 5 position speedster needle close companion to the Kury-a-kyn ...Changed Main jet and now worse mpg

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BTM. Samson

In: Introductions, 6/18/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Hi from New Zealand
canyonlanz: Hi there, Just a quick first note from a big Roady fan in Auckland. Well i fell for the classic Roady 3 years ago and had been enjoying reading this forum for most of that time. Still do. This time last ...

Latest reply, 6/19/2013
BTM. Samson: So mate... looks like that BSR40 gets down the road rather smoothly with the DJ 195 ? :welcome: From ...Hi from New Zealand

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BTM. Samson

In: Pics of My Ride, 6/18/2013, 24 replies
Subject: My first roadstar
AWDimprezaL: About 3 minutes after picking it up. What is the official name for this color combo? Anyone know where I could get some touchup paint? The second ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
JimH: :welcome: From Texas.My first roadstar

25 posts, last by:

JimH

In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 54 replies
Subject: Are stock Road stars slow?
mongovb: I have a 2001 Road Star and am the slowest in the bunch which include a 900 Vulcan and 1100 V-star. I know my bike is no dragster but dam, they all out accelerate me. My bike has about 30k on the top end ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
BTM. Samson: ANY WAY.... mongovb which means Mongo from Virginia Beach...will give us a report when he installs the ...Are stock Road stars slow?

55 posts, last by:

BTM. Samson

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Down it goes!
Darn: Dropped the bike today :blush: :oops: I was at work, it started to rain so I decided to pull it into the shop. As I pulled in on to the clean painted floor with wet tires.... Traction was not available, ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
JimH: Yep,ride long enough and you will drop one! Glad you did'nt get your leg under it Darn,or worse,crack ...Down it goes!

16 posts, last by:

JimH

In: Miscellaneous, 6/18/2013, 3 replies
Subject: What to do on quarters? Rest and R* =)
Papaskispartan: I hate being on quarters, because my Warden will be over me, making sure I rest. I will have to sneak in the garage when she is not looking. On my trip back from ME I took (7-9 June) I came back with ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
JimH: I have had sinus issues over the years too,get a sinus wash kit at the drug store.I have tried all the ...What to do on quarters? Rest and R* =)

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JimH

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Oops, wrong forum
Erbman02: Sitting at dealer now, getting front Tire and Rivco risers installed. Way too hot to be doing risers myself. 9am it was in the upper 90's with humidity levels. Next will be to have seat modded. ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
CoyoteManNo1: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: W. CoyoteOops, wrong forum

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CoyoteManNo1

In: Body/Frame, 6/18/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Floorboard question
Deerkiller: So, a member here is offering to sell me his stock floorboards at a reasonable price. Question is this: His boards and shifter and whatnot are from a 2007, and my bike is a 2000. I know the heel/toe shifter ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Curt: Yes the newer shift is different I am not sure what year they changed.I know the board portion on the ...Floorboard question

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Curt

In: Miscellaneous, 6/15/2013, 6 replies
Subject: HD Hard Saddlebags for sale
Lubama: I decided not to mount the HD bags on my R* and I'm selling them. All the information is listed in the classifieds Follow the link http://roadstarclinic.com/component/option,com_marketplace/page,show_ad/catid,14/adid,4398/Itemid,197/

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Boatmark: Smurfs are usually on the up and up!:PHD Hard Saddlebags for sale

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Boatmark

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013
Subject: Anybody wanna do some trading?
SCroadie: Wife is starting to ride a lil more. Looking for a one piece seat like a mustang daytripper or something along those lines. Gotta Danny Grey Buttcrack solo in real good shape andwill throw in a studded ...
Anybody wanna do some trading?

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SCroadie

In: Miscellaneous, 6/18/2013, 1 reply
Subject: New Shinko tire
ultrastar: Kinda Kool the tire smokes in different colors in burn outs I need kandy apple red but they don't have

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Boatmark: I gotta get me one of them mo-fos!:woohoo:New Shinko tire

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Boatmark

In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 12 replies
Subject: Clutch shift hit hard
brianis: Do you guys notice if your stars shift hard I can definitely feel every shift. Thought maybe oil but its good checked free play in the clutch it's good

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Curt: Forward controls are even worse you have to lube even more. Yes mine has always clunked and when it get ...Clutch shift hit hard

13 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Brake Fluid Shelf Life.
GGattorr: Does brake fluid go bad if never opened. I have some DOT 3 Brake fluid that has never been opened. A couple of bottles probably 7 years old and a couple of bottles maybe about 4 years old. Friends gave ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Big Sky Rider: I use my Mity-Vac on my bike, cars, trucks and tractors. Makes short work and I can do by myself.Brake Fluid Shelf Life.

11 posts, last by:

Big Sky Rider

In: Bike Talk, 1/13/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Mounting Royal STar Venture bags with 4 " Duals
Kaidallac: This is especially for Silverfox since he asked me... hope you see this bro. First and formost most of this info I got from other members on the RSC...:) Parts you should have to mount your Royal ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Kaidallac: kia how much difference is their between the mutazu rs bags that you had and the royal hard bags? ...Mounting Royal STar Venture bags with 4 " Duals

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Kaidallac

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 20 replies
Subject: Here We Go - Pipes Install
MartyN8677: Removed AIS and added BAK this afternoon. Getting ready to eat and then tackling the pipes install. My Cobra Speedster Slashcuts just arrived about a half hour ago. Somehow I think these will be more ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
NWRODIE: Biggest thing is, don't over think the project, just take your time, and don't force anything, forcing ...Here We Go - Pipes Install

21 posts, last by:

NWRODIE

In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 21 replies
Subject: What do the Cobra 2-1 pipes sound like?
Deerkiller: So, thinking about rebuilding my Roadstar into a bit of a stripped down hotrod. I need to replace the pipes, as they were damaged pretty badly. I understand that a 2-1 system is going to give the best ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Deerkiller: I just took this video about 30 minutes ago of my Cobra 2 into 1 exhaust. Thanks, Shane, sounds ...What do the Cobra 2-1 pipes sound like?

22 posts, last by:

Deerkiller

In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Are all forward controls so expensive?
Deerkiller: Looking at forward controls for the bike also. Pricey bastards, aren't they:blink: Am I missing something? $550-$600 is the cheapest I found anything for. Seems a little steep. I understand you get ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Deerkiller: Stinger, sent you a PM:)Are all forward controls so expensive?

15 posts, last by:

Deerkiller

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 3 replies
Subject: stage 1 exhaust
sappermech: Well I was hesitant about doing the stage 1 mod but it actually sounds pretty good those cups or cones were a pain in the butt to get out finally after testing my patience ( don't take much) I pulled out ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Ricohoc: stage 1 exhaust

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Ricohoc

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 6 replies
Subject: exhaust back pressure
SMOKINJOE: i have 3" hard chrome exhaust pipes. they are louder then i would like them to be. i installed the dish strainer but did not cut the center half inch section out. the bike is much quieter now and runs ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
SMOKINJOE: thanks guys ,,,,just didn't want to do any engine damage and not know it till it was too late. exhaust back pressure

7 posts, last by:

SMOKINJOE

In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Instrument cluster's blinding reflections
Callred: Chrome, love it or hate it, we have it. I like the shiny parts of my bike with the exception of my instrument cluster cover. That pretty piece on top of the tank looks great until riding in the summer ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
rballew: I'm not going to change the colors, re spraying it the same colors.. I just have a quiet a few ...Instrument cluster's blinding reflections

16 posts, last by:

rballew

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Stopped by the Yamaha Shop at lunch
Stevie: I needed some chain lube for my Raptor Noticed they got a 2012 HD Street Glide on the floor I almost filled out a credit app but I couldn't decide in the little time I had left at lunch Maybe after ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Stevie: The bike or the car? LMFAO I see a new car in her future :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: The ...Stopped by the Yamaha Shop at lunch

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Stevie

In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Fender Support
bwgoette: I am looking at putting a hitch and custom mounting a Harley Tour Pack on for the wife to be more comfortable. I am wondering if anyone has added this much weight to the rear end of the bike and if you ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
bwgoette: thanks for all the advice. I will be adding support to mine and will upload pictures of the completed ...Fender Support

6 posts, last by:

bwgoette

In: Jetting, 6/9/2013, 26 replies
Subject: Any thoughts other than cleaning?
DusterP94: I'm on my first R* as of March. It has always had a some hesitation and popping at about 1/8 to 1/4 throttle. I believe the PO let it set with untreated fuel all winter. So I pulled, disassembled, and ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
DusterP94: Thank you so much to greyphart SKWEARpeg jd750ace blue_star You guys have been quite a help. I've ...Any thoughts other than cleaning?

27 posts, last by:

DusterP94

In: Body/Frame, 6/18/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Progressive shock/spring advice needed
RussB: I bougt my 06 R* with a progressice shock and spring already on it. I wish to adjust it tighter so it can handle more weight without sagging. I see it takes a spanner wrench but can't find one to fit.... Does ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
blue_star: You can get it from Progressive. Part # SW-784 Progressive shock/spring advice needed

2 posts, last by:

blue_star

In: Technical Discussions, 6/10/2013, 57 replies
Subject: Pulling The Heads
willy6501: After battling SVS for a few weeks now and coming to the realization that this bike won't run on anything but Ring Free I'm going to pull the heads and ream the guides. Does anyone have any hints or words ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Curt: Could have been an under size reamer the Yamaha builders were using.:)Pulling The Heads

58 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 24 replies
Subject: a little rider beware story....
takehikes: I am on a chopper forum and below is part of one guys post about his accident. The most important part is his take on footwear and "crash" bars....basically he is a guys with multi decades riding all kinds ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Blackroadie: I guess it can go either way... I bet it takes a helluva hit to fold the bar, but it happens. Also in ...a little rider beware story....

25 posts, last by:

Blackroadie

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 6/13/2013, 3 replies
Subject: DelMarVa 4 July Ride??
Papaskispartan: Hey DelMarVa folks, Anyone interested in a 4th of July Ride? Doesnt have to be on the 4th, but I will be off that whole week, and thought about getting together with some of you guys (Claymiester, RoadStarBlue). ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Papaskispartan: Sounds good. I have Rob' number, and I think I have yours from a PM. I am up for anything. I havent been ...DelMarVa 4 July Ride??

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Papaskispartan

In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 6 replies
Subject: exhaust for 06 roadstar
highway: what exhaust came on the road star in 06 ? when I bought mine it had cobra on it. And a K N air filter on it wonder if it needs jetted.

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Greysnake: I humbly learned all about mine from the people here and reading everything I could get my hands on;) ...exhaust for 06 roadstar

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Greysnake

In: Miscellaneous, 6/13/2013, 21 replies
Subject: Great Deal on items on eBay
pastornj: http://www.ebay.com/itm/190855565021?item=190855565021&viewitem=&vxp=mtr I'm selling my used BAK - K&N - air filter on eBay - a great deal for an XV1600 if anyone's looking - only $100 shipped. Other ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
pastornj: Handlebars & lowering kit reduced to sell - make me an offer I can't refuse! Bump Great Deal on items on eBay

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pastornj

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