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In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 3 replies Subject: Starting Issues getrighttoo: I'm dealing with slow cranking that does not allow the bike to turn over. Battery was replaced. I also replaced the starter selenoid. Initially the bike was starting right up. Then one night I turned the ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Rhinowilli: I had the same problem and it was the starter. R/ BryainStarting Issues 4 posts, last by: Rhinowilli In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/20/2013, 4 replies Subject: Throttle Fest Chicago in June Signalman68: Anyone planning on riding to Chicago in June for Throttlefest? Would love to see a bunch of Roadstars up there. I'll be riding with about six Harleys, showing them the way of course on Friday and Saturday. ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 kozaturf: There are places in the suburbs that you can't park a pickup on the street overnight without getting ...Throttle Fest Chicago in June 5 posts, last by: kozaturf In: Technical Discussions, 5/18/2013, 15 replies Subject: Can smeone enlighten me on " AIS" ? Jim West Pa: I've read in some posts here where some of you guys have done away with you AIS. I looked it up and saw that it is Air Injection System. I ask about this because i have had a carb issue with both my ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ashley: +1 billion :lol: :lol: I did all this and cut a whole in the back of stock breather . No gas smell and ...Can smeone enlighten me on " AIS" ? 16 posts, last by: Ashley In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013 Subject: A Special Thanks to GNR10 Bryan76: My speedo cover that I bought from GNR10 just came in and looks great! What was even better is it came in before I left in the morning for Florida! Very quick shipping! Thanks again George! Now it's time ... A Special Thanks to GNR10 new topic by: Bryan76 In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 6 replies Subject: Paying it forward The Sheepdog: 1 new stock R* spring 1 840lb Goldwing spring(Gone) Free to good homes I also have a Kury Twin velocity. This is the Jona Model. Went from him and has changed hands a few times I think. It ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Arps: wow...nice!Paying it forward 7 posts, last by: Arps In: Maintenance, 5/16/2013, 27 replies Subject: Front end feeling rox: Went for a ride on the 04 RS tonight and experienced a front end issue. At most any speed if I sway the bike from side to side I feel what I describe as a grind. It happens both left and right sway. I ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ashley: It was really simple . I am no mechanic and i did it . If you have problems your just a click away from ...Front end feeling 28 posts, last by: Ashley In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 9 replies Subject: Two different worlds Deerkiller: So, yesterday, me and a buddy took a long ride on our sportbikes. Me on my R1, he on his Ducati 848. Found a nice twisty road along the Maumee River. The farther away we got from the city, the less traffic ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Deerkiller: Here's what mine look like after Sunday's ride Getting there, but I've only got about 300 miles ...Two different worlds 10 posts, last by: Deerkiller In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 13 replies Subject: Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis. Signalman68: Got some quality riding in after church today. Ended up riding from 12 noon til about 10 pm tonight... Anyone else got a bad case of sunburn on the forehead this weekend? (OUCH) Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Arps: I did, got to ride for about 5 hours today. Too bad it was on this... 5 acres and a 42 ...Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis. 14 posts, last by: Arps In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 5 replies Subject: why are the teeth on my rear pulley so worn? smokescreens: Last night i was looking at my new pulley and figuring out what i needed to do about a spacer and i noticed the teeth on my old pulley are worn pretty well. I noticed my belt has been making alittle noise ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 USAFretired: Then I am gonna take a shot at the pulley is soft like the aluminum front pulley's. Only thing I can ...why are the teeth on my rear pulley so worn? 6 posts, last by: USAFretired In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 3 replies Subject: tires recommend shinko s new 777 riggs65: how do they rate up against CrusieMax dunlop run these all the time .Inquiring mind would Like apinon Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Erbman02: i've gone thru 3 rears got 14k on the 777 on metz ME 880 rear 15k shinko front 22k Metz front 29k Other ...tires recommend shinko s new 777 4 posts, last by: Erbman02 In: Pics of My Ride, 11/5/2012, 49 replies Subject: The Bobber thehoggster: I have these pics up in the body section talking about my custom made side covers, but I figured I should start a thread for the whole bike here. ;) ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 SKWEARpeg: That is a good looking scootB) . Is that a "Tip" jar:laugh:The Bobber 50 posts, last by: SKWEARpeg In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies Subject: Put new brake pads on LBundy: Hey all, I had a set of new brake pads setting on my work bench for about 2 weeks, just had not made time to put them on. I was a little worried about doing it myself ( why I dont know, I do my cars and ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Deerkiller: Another suggestion for ya is to flush new brake fluid thru the lines. Should be done every so often and ...Put new brake pads on 3 posts, last by: Deerkiller In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 14 replies Subject: Internet beers to whoever guesses what this is Deerkiller: :P Latest reply, 5/20/2013 blue_star: Yep, interestingly enough, the pump/solenoid (or whatever) worked off of an electrical circuit ...Internet beers to whoever guesses what this is 15 posts, last by: blue_star In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 15 replies Subject: Weekend project finished Signguy: AIS removed and fuel pump relocated. Oh...and I painted it too. :woohoo: Latest reply, 5/20/2013 PhatRJ: Looks great! B) Also can't believe you did all that in a weekend.Weekend project finished 16 posts, last by: PhatRJ In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 24 replies Subject: Lindby bars Roadstarcountryboy: Hey guys been looking for some unique highway bars for my 07 r. Anybody have the lindby multibars? They look really cool and comfortable just expensive Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ashley: That was 3 that sold :blink: :blink: :laugh: :laugh: Lindby bars 25 posts, last by: Ashley In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 19 replies Subject: Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields Stevie: I took the left heat shield off my Bassani duals to work on the pulley and underneath the heat shields the pipes are all discolored They are not discolored anywhere that shows, just underneath the heat ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ashley: Are you using it upside down :blink: :blink: :blink: :P :P Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields 20 posts, last by: Ashley In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 6 replies Subject: Anyone using amsoil 75W-90 gear oil Rhinowilli: I'm going to change my gear oil and have amsoil 75W-90. Anyone have any experiance with this and how much do I use? R/ Bryain Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ashley: After removing the small screw below the big chrome one and the drain bolt underneath i replaced lower ...Anyone using amsoil 75W-90 gear oil 7 posts, last by: Ashley In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 7 replies Subject: Good day on a Roadstar brown91redcam: Set out for our yearly ride too the Blessing of the Bikes today in Baldwin,Mi. Four of us headed out and only my Roadstar actually made it:laugh: not :bbash: but the other 3 were HD,2 are my brother-in-laws ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 River: Maybe they need a before and after blessing. Before they start, and after they get there. :)Good day on a Roadstar 8 posts, last by: River In: Bike Talk, 5/16/2013, 17 replies Subject: Running rich Ashley: I have not pulled the carb apart to see if it has been jetted but i have Vance & Hines Power shots that were on bike when i bought it . I did add K&N filter and did the crank case filter mod up under tank ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ashley: If i am running to lean now what will be the signs . I dont want to mess up the motor . Thank ...Running rich 18 posts, last by: Ashley In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 14 replies Subject: Breaking it in Scooter76: Finally. Instead of cutting my grass (I'm sure it will still be there tomorrow), I went on a little 70 mile ride today. Beautiful weather. I'm just now getting used to really handling the bike. Still ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 River: Got a grin on yer face honey That everyone will admire They'll be lookin' for you, but only see your ...Breaking it in 15 posts, last by: River In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 2 replies Subject: Mirror Bolt Size? easyrider003: Can anyone tell me what the size of the "bolt" is where the mirror attaches to the handlebars. I have speakers mounted on my handlebars right now but I bought 2 clamps to mount on the handlebars and ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 blue_star: The hole the mirror threads into is 10mm, 1.25 thread pitch. Left side is reverse threaded (left handed ...Mirror Bolt Size? 3 posts, last by: blue_star In: Bolt Ons, 5/19/2013, 7 replies Subject: Too much of a good thing . . ? maxtnet: I do love the sound of the V & H long shot slashed pipes which I use with the V & H Quite baffles (packed with 1/4" thick fiberglass), however when going on longer trips, the sound starts to get annoying. ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Phatstrat: I had a similar experience with my V&H Longshots with quiet baffles, toooo loouudd. I installed Smartpartz ...Too much of a good thing . . ? 8 posts, last by: Phatstrat In: Technical Discussions, 9/6/2012, 26 replies Subject: if you have or plan on geting air ride read this. smokescreens: i have the tricky air shock on my bike but i gave up some ride quality for the cool factor dont get me wronge the ride is not bad after you figure out your pressure but i always felt like i was missing ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 USAFretired: I got adjustable dogbones for height adjust, was thinking more on shock travel. I can see it increasing ...if you have or plan on geting air ride read this. 27 posts, last by: USAFretired In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 27 replies Subject: carb guru's / dyno need some advice SMOKINJOE: had my bike dyno yesterday while i was at myrtle beach for bike week. from the dyno sheet : horse power 65.24, torque 97.16, ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 texasscott1: The wide band EGO's are very accurate especially since they're placed up in the exhaust head pipe. The ...carb guru's / dyno need some advice 28 posts, last by: texasscott1 In: Bolt Ons, 5/20/2013, 2 replies Subject: Thinkin' 'bout a HD faring for my '06. Jim West Pa: But, i have no clue where to even begin lookin for one. Is there a certain, year, model number, style, type etc. that i need to be lookin' for that will fir my scoot ? (my bike is completely stock ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 smokescreens: Look for a 1996 and up. Thats the current style batwing. And get the harley headlight while your at it. ...Thinkin' 'bout a HD faring for my '06. 3 posts, last by: smokescreens In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 4 replies Subject: Electrical draw: How much is too much? Churchdog: Hey Sparky Gurus: I may be overthinking this but I really don't understand electrical things very well. I want to wire my 600 watt Boss stereo speakers and amplifier to the headlight so it will be up ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Churchdog: you will need to run it thru a relay, or you will fry your wires. I wouldn't even run my light bar ...Electrical draw: How much is too much? 5 posts, last by: Churchdog In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/18/2013, 47 replies Subject: Road Star Clinic Gear and Accessories? Ricohoc: Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Ricohoc: He just recently shaved his head and became a badass! ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Road Star Clinic Gear and Accessories? 48 posts, last by: Ricohoc In: Jetting, 5/14/2013, 22 replies Subject: 2005 Roadstar bob1964: Hello... I have a 2005 Roadstar and ever since ive had it ive had a problem that seems to be getting worse , its been back to the shop twice to be repaired , last time it came back the idle was set ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 bob1964: one of the forum members said to look at the diapragm and spring , i think my next step is to pull out ...2005 Roadstar 23 posts, last by: bob1964 In: Jetting, 5/17/2013, 7 replies Subject: 2005 Roadstar Silverado Jetting Athlonman: Okay, I know this has been hammered here in the past and I've read so many posts regarding jetting but here mine is now.. 2005 Roadstar Silverado 1700cc V&H Longshots w/stock baffles Stock Airbox ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Athlonman: Thanks Erbman02. Over the weekend I reverted back to stock jet and needle. Fuel economy is back. I'll ...2005 Roadstar Silverado Jetting 8 posts, last by: Athlonman In: Jetting, 5/20/2013, 1 reply Subject: Crash bars Sparks500: I have a set of Barons crash bars on her now, but, they're getting kind of pitted. Not great chrome, I guess. They're well made otherwise. I'm looking at either replacing them or having them re-chromed ... Latest reply, 5/20/2013 Blackroadie*: I'll bet you can look for awhile and find a nice bar cheaper than rechroming. I got my yami big bar on ...Crash bars 2 posts, last by: Blackroadie

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In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Starting Issues
getrighttoo: I'm dealing with slow cranking that does not allow the bike to turn over. Battery was replaced. I also replaced the starter selenoid. Initially the bike was starting right up. Then one night I turned the ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Rhinowilli: I had the same problem and it was the starter. R/ BryainStarting Issues

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Rhinowilli

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/20/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Throttle Fest Chicago in June
Signalman68: Anyone planning on riding to Chicago in June for Throttlefest? Would love to see a bunch of Roadstars up there. I'll be riding with about six Harleys, showing them the way of course on Friday and Saturday. ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
kozaturf: There are places in the suburbs that you can't park a pickup on the street overnight without getting ...Throttle Fest Chicago in June

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kozaturf

In: Technical Discussions, 5/18/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Can smeone enlighten me on " AIS" ?
Jim West Pa: I've read in some posts here where some of you guys have done away with you AIS. I looked it up and saw that it is Air Injection System. I ask about this because i have had a carb issue with both my ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ashley: +1 billion :lol: :lol: I did all this and cut a whole in the back of stock breather . No gas smell and ...Can smeone enlighten me on " AIS" ?

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Ashley

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013
Subject: A Special Thanks to GNR10
Bryan76: My speedo cover that I bought from GNR10 just came in and looks great! What was even better is it came in before I left in the morning for Florida! Very quick shipping! Thanks again George! Now it's time ...
A Special Thanks to GNR10

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Paying it forward
The Sheepdog: 1 new stock R* spring 1 840lb Goldwing spring(Gone) Free to good homes I also have a Kury Twin velocity. This is the Jona Model. Went from him and has changed hands a few times I think. It ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Arps: wow...nice!Paying it forward

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In: Maintenance, 5/16/2013, 27 replies
Subject: Front end feeling
rox: Went for a ride on the 04 RS tonight and experienced a front end issue. At most any speed if I sway the bike from side to side I feel what I describe as a grind. It happens both left and right sway. I ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ashley: It was really simple . I am no mechanic and i did it . If you have problems your just a click away from ...Front end feeling

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In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Two different worlds
Deerkiller: So, yesterday, me and a buddy took a long ride on our sportbikes. Me on my R1, he on his Ducati 848. Found a nice twisty road along the Maumee River. The farther away we got from the city, the less traffic ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Deerkiller: Here's what mine look like after Sunday's ride Getting there, but I've only got about 300 miles ...Two different worlds

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Deerkiller

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis.
Signalman68: Got some quality riding in after church today. Ended up riding from 12 noon til about 10 pm tonight... Anyone else got a bad case of sunburn on the forehead this weekend? (OUCH)

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Arps: I did, got to ride for about 5 hours today. Too bad it was on this... 5 acres and a 42 ...Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis.

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Arps

In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 5 replies
Subject: why are the teeth on my rear pulley so worn?
smokescreens: Last night i was looking at my new pulley and figuring out what i needed to do about a spacer and i noticed the teeth on my old pulley are worn pretty well. I noticed my belt has been making alittle noise ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
USAFretired: Then I am gonna take a shot at the pulley is soft like the aluminum front pulley's. Only thing I can ...why are the teeth on my rear pulley so worn?

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USAFretired

In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 3 replies
Subject: tires recommend shinko s new 777
riggs65: how do they rate up against CrusieMax dunlop run these all the time .Inquiring mind would Like apinon

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Erbman02: i've gone thru 3 rears got 14k on the 777 on metz ME 880 rear 15k shinko front 22k Metz front 29k Other ...tires recommend shinko s new 777

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Erbman02

In: Pics of My Ride, 11/5/2012, 49 replies
Subject: The Bobber
thehoggster: I have these pics up in the body section talking about my custom made side covers, but I figured I should start a thread for the whole bike here. ;) ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
SKWEARpeg: That is a good looking scootB) . Is that a "Tip" jar:laugh:The Bobber

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SKWEARpeg

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Put new brake pads on
LBundy: Hey all, I had a set of new brake pads setting on my work bench for about 2 weeks, just had not made time to put them on. I was a little worried about doing it myself ( why I dont know, I do my cars and ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Deerkiller: Another suggestion for ya is to flush new brake fluid thru the lines. Should be done every so often and ...Put new brake pads on

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Deerkiller

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Internet beers to whoever guesses what this is
Deerkiller: :P

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: Yep, interestingly enough, the pump/solenoid (or whatever) worked off of an electrical circuit ...Internet beers to whoever guesses what this is

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blue_star

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Weekend project finished
Signguy: AIS removed and fuel pump relocated. Oh...and I painted it too. :woohoo:

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
PhatRJ: Looks great! B) Also can't believe you did all that in a weekend.Weekend project finished

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PhatRJ

In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 24 replies
Subject: Lindby bars
Roadstarcountryboy: Hey guys been looking for some unique highway bars for my 07 r*. Anybody have the lindby multibars? They look really cool and comfortable just expensive

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ashley: That was 3 that sold :blink: :blink: :laugh: :laugh: Lindby bars

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Ashley

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 19 replies
Subject: Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields
Stevie: I took the left heat shield off my Bassani duals to work on the pulley and underneath the heat shields the pipes are all discolored They are not discolored anywhere that shows, just underneath the heat ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ashley: Are you using it upside down :blink: :blink: :blink: :P :P Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields

20 posts, last by:

Ashley

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Anyone using amsoil 75W-90 gear oil
Rhinowilli: I'm going to change my gear oil and have amsoil 75W-90. Anyone have any experiance with this and how much do I use? R/ Bryain

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ashley: After removing the small screw below the big chrome one and the drain bolt underneath i replaced lower ...Anyone using amsoil 75W-90 gear oil

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Ashley

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Good day on a Roadstar
brown91redcam: Set out for our yearly ride too the Blessing of the Bikes today in Baldwin,Mi. Four of us headed out and only my Roadstar actually made it:laugh: not :bbash: but the other 3 were HD,2 are my brother-in-laws ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
River: Maybe they need a before and after blessing. Before they start, and after they get there. :)Good day on a Roadstar

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River

In: Bike Talk, 5/16/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Running rich
Ashley: I have not pulled the carb apart to see if it has been jetted but i have Vance & Hines Power shots that were on bike when i bought it . I did add K&N filter and did the crank case filter mod up under tank ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ashley: If i am running to lean now what will be the signs . I dont want to mess up the motor . Thank ...Running rich

18 posts, last by:

Ashley

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Breaking it in
Scooter76: Finally. Instead of cutting my grass (I'm sure it will still be there tomorrow), I went on a little 70 mile ride today. Beautiful weather. I'm just now getting used to really handling the bike. Still ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
River: Got a grin on yer face honey That everyone will admire They'll be lookin' for you, but only see your ...Breaking it in

15 posts, last by:

River

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Mirror Bolt Size?
easyrider003: Can anyone tell me what the size of the "bolt" is where the mirror attaches to the handlebars. I have speakers mounted on my handlebars right now but I bought 2 clamps to mount on the handlebars and ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: The hole the mirror threads into is 10mm, 1.25 thread pitch. Left side is reverse threaded (left handed ...Mirror Bolt Size?

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blue_star

In: Bolt Ons, 5/19/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Too much of a good thing . . ?
maxtnet: I do love the sound of the V & H long shot slashed pipes which I use with the V & H Quite baffles (packed with 1/4" thick fiberglass), however when going on longer trips, the sound starts to get annoying. ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Phatstrat: I had a similar experience with my V&H Longshots with quiet baffles, toooo loouudd. I installed Smartpartz ...Too much of a good thing . . ?

8 posts, last by:

Phatstrat

In: Technical Discussions, 9/6/2012, 26 replies
Subject: if you have or plan on geting air ride read this.
smokescreens: i have the tricky air shock on my bike but i gave up some ride quality for the cool factor dont get me wronge the ride is not bad after you figure out your pressure but i always felt like i was missing ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
USAFretired: I got adjustable dogbones for height adjust, was thinking more on shock travel. I can see it increasing ...if you have or plan on geting air ride read this.

27 posts, last by:

USAFretired

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 27 replies
Subject: carb guru's / dyno need some advice
SMOKINJOE: had my bike dyno yesterday while i was at myrtle beach for bike week. from the dyno sheet : horse power 65.24, torque 97.16, ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
texasscott1: The wide band EGO's are very accurate especially since they're placed up in the exhaust head pipe. The ...carb guru's / dyno need some advice

28 posts, last by:

texasscott1

In: Bolt Ons, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Thinkin' 'bout a HD faring for my '06.
Jim West Pa: But, i have no clue where to even begin lookin for one. Is there a certain, year, model number, style, type etc. that i need to be lookin' for that will fir my scoot ? (my bike is completely stock ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
smokescreens: Look for a 1996 and up. Thats the current style batwing. And get the harley headlight while your at it. ...Thinkin' 'bout a HD faring for my '06.

3 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Electrical draw: How much is too much?
Churchdog: Hey Sparky Gurus: I may be overthinking this but I really don't understand electrical things very well. I want to wire my 600 watt Boss stereo speakers and amplifier to the headlight so it will be up ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Churchdog: you will need to run it thru a relay, or you will fry your wires. I wouldn't even run my light bar ...Electrical draw: How much is too much?

5 posts, last by:

Churchdog

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/18/2013, 47 replies
Subject: Road Star Clinic Gear and Accessories?
Ricohoc:

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Ricohoc: He just recently shaved his head and became a badass! ;) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Road Star Clinic Gear and Accessories?

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In: Jetting, 5/14/2013, 22 replies
Subject: 2005 Roadstar
bob1964: Hello... I have a 2005 Roadstar and ever since ive had it ive had a problem that seems to be getting worse , its been back to the shop twice to be repaired , last time it came back the idle was set ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
bob1964: one of the forum members said to look at the diapragm and spring , i think my next step is to pull out ...2005 Roadstar

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In: Jetting, 5/17/2013, 7 replies
Subject: 2005 Roadstar Silverado Jetting
Athlonman: Okay, I know this has been hammered here in the past and I've read so many posts regarding jetting but here mine is now.. 2005 Roadstar Silverado 1700cc V&H Longshots w/stock baffles Stock Airbox ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Athlonman: Thanks Erbman02. Over the weekend I reverted back to stock jet and needle. Fuel economy is back. I'll ...2005 Roadstar Silverado Jetting

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In: Jetting, 5/20/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Crash bars
Sparks500: I have a set of Barons crash bars on her now, but, they're getting kind of pitted. Not great chrome, I guess. They're well made otherwise. I'm looking at either replacing them or having them re-chromed ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Blackroadie: I'll bet you can look for awhile and find a nice bar cheaper than rechroming. I got my yami big bar on ...Crash bars

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