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Re:how many miles do you get between adj belt tension 3 Months ago
I just wait till it chirps a little on a quick backoff on the throttle then adjust it.

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In: Maintenance, 11/20/2009, 3 replies
Subject: Jet Kit Differences????
GJCARVING: Ok, there seems to be more than a few jet kit options for our bikes. Just wondering what some of the differences may be before I get one in the not so distant future! Thanks!

Latest reply, 11/21/2009
Roadkill1962: I'm running the DJ kit, and at our elevation & the need to lean it waaay out, the 175 main, stock ...Jet Kit Differences????

4 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Bike Talk, 11/16/2009, 9 replies
Subject: Spit, sputter, cough.
Darn: I wasn't too cold for me this morning, but the bike had other ideas of staying in the nice semi-warm garage. I pulled out the choke, put her in neutral, and turned it over....Spit, sputter, cough? :angry: ...

Latest reply, 11/21/2009
fastjohnny: That's one helluva dealer! Mine was going to charge me to switch out my battery (that I bought from him ...Spit, sputter, cough.

10 posts, last by:

fastjohnny

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 7 replies
Subject: Chrome ...
Gram: Its not what you think :) Just want to see who out there has tried Google's new Chrome browser and what you think of it. I have started using it a lot lately and once I got used to its very different ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
greyphart: I'm like RK. Tried it (and thought it was OK) but really didn't give it a fair shot I guess. Have to ...Chrome ...

8 posts, last by:

greyphart

In: Bike Talk, 11/20/2009, 9 replies
Subject: Effects of gasoline on ?
greyphart: Looking to rig up an IV type of gas feed (for winter testing) using a stainless steel thermos bottle (aka cheap idea). My question is if I use a large cork with a valve in it and seal it well would the ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
greyphart: Mr_Shamrock wrote It's good for trying out baffle mods, checking for any coil arcing, setting the idle, ...Effects of gasoline on ?

10 posts, last by:

greyphart

In: Article Requests, 11/20/2009, 7 replies
Subject: sticky clutch
red rain: I love my 07 Roadstar but there is an issue that has haunted me since the first day I owned it. When I park it for a while (over night or longer)and I start it up and first put it in gear the clutch plates ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Road_Hawg: Mine does it too. After sitting overnight, the oil drains off the plates. I work my clutch lever in and ...sticky clutch

8 posts, last by:

Road_Hawg

In: Technical Discussions, 11/20/2009, 10 replies
Subject: Oil Pressure gauge - Mr. Tidy's Tips? Help!
Shoshin: Hi everyone, I've decided to go with an oil pressure gauge as outlined in the Tech Articles by Mr. Tidy. I'm a bit stuck in that the shopping list calls for a 10 mm banjo fitting, but the bolt is an ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
1700cc: I got RoadieDans last oil pressure guage kit and it's cool as hell to look down and see what kind of ...Oil Pressure gauge - Mr. Tidy's Tips? Help!

11 posts, last by:

1700cc

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 1 reply
Subject: For all you Texans out there to laugh at us!!!!!!!
CPORetired: Texas Chili Cookoff If you can read this whole story without laughing, then there's no hope for you. I was crying by the end. Note: Please take time to read this slowly. I've read this probably ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Roadkill1962: I was on a team that cooked in the Chilympiad back in the 90's...I think I met Sally. ;-) RKFor all you Texans out there to laugh at us!!!!!!!

2 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/20/2009, 6 replies
Subject: Another apology
greyphart: Stuck my feet in my mouth ...again. I'd like to publicly apologize to chuckg for the "plastic" and "fake" comment I made concerning the biker wedding. In the video, to me, it was obvious that the gentleman ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
scottw: greyphart,i too aggree that " it takes a bigger man to apologize " and i too have had both of my 11"s ...Another apology

7 posts, last by:

scottw

In: Miscellaneous, 11/20/2009, 36 replies
Subject: A new "Darkside" video...
BigBoyinMS: This is one of the better ones. The guy is riding a Vulcan 2000 with a Goodyear Triple Tread.

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
ultrastar: Maybe it's just me but I just have to say I like soft rubber under me I do ride hard and want my tires ...A new "Darkside" video...

37 posts, last by:

ultrastar

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 8/2/2007, 244 replies
Subject: What's your occupation
Big Bear: Probably been asked before, but here goes, what do you do for work? Me first. I'm a driver/glorified gopher for a plumbing/fountain installation co. If you have seen the centennial park fountain, or ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
kaisayson: I retired from the Army in 92 and went to work as a Respiratory Therapist. I lost that job thru cutbacks, ...What's your occupation

245 posts, last by:

kaisayson

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 11/19/2009, 21 replies
Subject: Check your kids homework
Makcap: Thought you guys might get a kick out of this!

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Makcap: that is too funny that is where it came from.Check your kids homework

22 posts, last by:

Makcap

In: Electrical/Electronics, 11/20/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Performance Coils
MidNite12: Has anyone installed #HS-414...$260.00...Hot-Shot kit? I already have the Speed Star ignition module. I was curious what you thought of them. Or do you have other recommendations. http://www.sscustomcycle.com/products/engine/roadstar.shtml

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Questcap: I've said it before. A coil will only produce as much spark as is necessary to jump the gap. If the stock ...Performance Coils

3 posts, last by:

Questcap

In: Introductions, 11/19/2009, 25 replies
Subject: New to the Roadies Clinic
Grizzly4444: Haven't been on a bike for better than 25 years....midlife crisis struck ....bit the bullet and bought a 03 Road Star and haven't looked back...next best thing was finding the Road Star Clinic....wow..I'm ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
kaisayson: Aloha Grizz..and welcome to the R*CNew to the Roadies Clinic

26 posts, last by:

kaisayson

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 9/24/2009, 13 replies
Subject: Sorry Deer Hunters 30 Pointer
Darn: Sorry Deer hunters but a guy not too far from here got the legendary 30 Point Buck, with a bow, just this week. Link ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Cappdawg: I've tried may differant recipes, still the antlers are not edible. Congrats to the man though. Tough ...Sorry Deer Hunters 30 Pointer

14 posts, last by:

Cappdawg

In: Introductions, 11/19/2009, 22 replies
Subject: Great site!
Spare Change: I just wanted to say hi! I just picked up a '99 Road star that I'm making my own with some modifcations and this web site is a great help.

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
DocShadow: :welcome: DocGreat site!

23 posts, last by:

DocShadow

In: Vendors and Dealers, 11/20/2009, 9 replies
Subject: Changes at Tricky...
Tricky Air: Hey, I just wanted to let all of my friends out here in RSC land know... It's my last day as Sales Manager for Tricky Air :ohmy: I'll still be on the forum (when I can), but I am taking my show ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
DocShadow: Good luck. B) DocChanges at Tricky...

10 posts, last by:

DocShadow

In: Maintenance, 10/28/2009, 67 replies
Subject: Horrible Gas Milage??? HELP PLEASE!!
CPORetired: With all the talk about the gas mileage you guys are getting with your scoots this has really been bothering me so for the last week I have been tracking my MPG and this is what I have come up with. 3 ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
CPORetired: Thanks bro Will go out and take a look, just taking the filter off sounds so much easier than all ...Horrible Gas Milage??? HELP PLEASE!!

68 posts, last by:

CPORetired

In: Miscellaneous, 11/20/2009, 4 replies
Subject: What's with the R*
tramp116: I see a lot of people using R* for their bikes in the Forums. Please tell me this is just another computer shortcut and that YaMama hasn't gotten a case of the legal beagles about this clinic. I went ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Road_Hawg: I didn't know they could do anything about typing the name of a car, bike, or any other machine on a ...What's with the R*

5 posts, last by:

Road_Hawg

In: Jetting, 11/20/2009, 4 replies
Subject: Speedstar ignition module
bofish: I was talking to a mechanic friend about a little performance upgrade for this winter. Suggestion was to put a new ignition module on from star performance. Currently run stock carb on 07 with V&H long ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Roadkill1962: Yup...can't say I noticed any real performance difference. But like I said, I got it cheap...new off ...Speedstar ignition module

5 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Bike Talk, 11/18/2009, 20 replies
Subject: Lessons learned?
Darn: OK, we often see or hear about new things we can do. Different MODS, a better Air Filter, BAK, AIS, Removing the fuel pump, venting gas caps, Plugs, Tires, Seats.... bla bla bla.... I would like to ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
MS1700: I Tried out 3 sets of MC tires and they wore out too fast. :)Lessons learned?

21 posts, last by:

MS1700

In: Bolt Ons, 11/20/2009, 3 replies
Subject: Sissy bar bolts
Shadowfax: Long story short, does anyone know the thread pitch and diameter of the bolts that hold the stock sissy bar on to the side arms? They are the same bolts that hold the stock luggage rack to said sissy bar ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Shadowfax: Ya'll rock, thanks for saving me the time.Sissy bar bolts

4 posts, last by:

Shadowfax

In: Miscellaneous, 11/15/2009, 17 replies
Subject: Cheap Winter Project.
Jreed: My Nephew traded for a used 2000 Roadstar a couple months back. He has since been laid off from work and is needing to sell. When he traded a seadoo for it I had to ride it home for him, about 50 miles ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Mr_Shamrock: And so it begins...I am going to post pictures of the transformation of this bike. Here is what I am ...Cheap Winter Project.

18 posts, last by:

Mr_Shamrock

In: Pics of My Ride, 11/20/2009, 2 replies
Subject: Posting Pics help needed
sailrider: Hi Experts , I have some photos Id like to get linked to my Signature....In particular Id like one to show up at the end of my posts like so many others , and to be able to post to other Forum threads ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Makcap: Doc and Gram have both made threads about this you can find. I think it is under sig pic. You will need ...Posting Pics help needed

3 posts, last by:

Makcap

In: Tech Tips, 7/8/2009, 10 replies
Subject: AIS Removal on a 2008 Road*
Old Retired Cop: Well, I finally got around to removing the AIS from my 2008 Road*. If any of you remember my previous posts, I originally received the wrong kit from my dealer.....I have to admit, they were very good ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Dweise: Hey Guy, I have an 08 Roadstar as well. I think I need to do the same thing to mine. What exactly did ...AIS Removal on a 2008 Road*

11 posts, last by:

Dweise

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 11/19/2009, 8 replies
Subject: Palm Springs/Indio CA rides
cjtravler: We will be spending 5 days in the Palm Springs/Indio area next week. Does anyone have any good day rides we can take while we are out there?

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
cjtravler: Highway 74 is definitely in the plans.Palm Springs/Indio CA rides

9 posts, last by:

cjtravler

In: Jetting, 11/3/2009, 15 replies
Subject: Fuel Injector Problem?
Dweise: :( I have a 08 Roadstar 1700 w/approx. 10,000 miles & just recently changed the pipes to a set of "Bub Big Willy's" added the "Power Commander" & changed the air filter to a "K & N". I have always had ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Dweise: Well thanks for the info. I had one tech say that the valves might be sticking, so I'm gonna run some ...Fuel Injector Problem?

16 posts, last by:

Dweise

In: Body/Frame, 11/19/2009, 2 replies
Subject: gold emulators
ironman: has anyone installed emulators in their forks? Are they worth the effort/$$$? Where did you buy them?

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
ironman: Hello Ron, good to hear from you. Thanks for the insight. Rode 500+ mi. last weekend in the Stockport ...gold emulators

3 posts, last by:

ironman

In: Technical Discussions, 8/24/2009, 57 replies
Subject: Fuel pump removal (opinions)
vwtech0: Thinking of removing the fuel pump, but I wanted opinions of Roadie owners that have done the different mods. The suzuki float change seems to be the same for all mods, so I don't think that will be an ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
Roadkill1962: you been elected to solve his mystery carb problem. So...are ya done yet? ;) RKFuel pump removal (opinions)

58 posts, last by:

Roadkill1962

In: Technical Discussions, 11/20/2009, 5 replies
Subject: Mikuni fuel pump
texasscott1: Has anyone tried to hook up the Mikuni fuel pump the way it was designed? It's designed to work on the alternating vacuum/pressure pulse provided by the crankcase vent. At a rated output of 14 liters/hr ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
ekonkjack: I had considered the vacuum pump too but so far just keep the stock electric in place and keep a length ...Mikuni fuel pump

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ekonkjack

In: Technical Discussions, 11/18/2009, 25 replies
Subject: Transmission or Clutch Troubleshooting
tbenach: I bought a R 01 "salvaged" bike has 52,000 miles. Engine runs good but when I put it into 1st gear I hear it slip into 1st loud then the engine dies (stops running). No lunging or wanting to move forward ...

Latest reply, 11/20/2009
The Gardener: to reverse, you get off and push it from the front!Transmission or Clutch Troubleshooting

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The Gardener

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