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In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 5 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
MartyN8677: Yeah I got sidetracked. Probably start on them tomorrow. No way a 1 beer install. Everything takes ...Here We Go - Pipes Install

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MartyN8677

In: Miscellaneous, 6/17/2013, 14 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
Callred: @GNR10 .... LoL :D @rballew- You're changing those classic colors out? That bike is beautiful.Instrument cluster's blinding reflections

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Callred

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

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blue_star

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 6 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
ultrastar: The bike or the car? LMFAO I see a new car in her future :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Stopped by the Yamaha Shop at lunch

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ultrastar

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 6/17/2013, 26 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, 6/18/2013
Ricohoc: Immigration Reform

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Ricohoc

In: Miscellaneous, 6/18/2013, 1 reply
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
Greysnake: Soak it up and sleep:laugh: :laugh:What to do on quarters? Rest and R* =)

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Greysnake

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

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Curt

In: Pics of My Ride, 6/18/2013, 23 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
Gram: Looks like my 2001 did. I think they called that color combo Crimson Red/ Root Beer Brown.My first roadstar

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Gram

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....

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Blackroadie

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 13 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
Meitemark: That was a good one:laugh: :laugh:Oops, wrong forum

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Meitemark

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: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 11 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
Boatmark: I didn't see nothin'.... :whistle:Down it goes!

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Boatmark

In: Introductions, 6/18/2013, 8 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, 6/18/2013
tibadoe: Welcome from VAHi from New Zealand

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tibadoe

In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 18 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
Boatmark: I just installed a V&H Pro Pipe and love the hell out of it!B)What do the Cobra 2-1 pipes sound like?

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Boatmark

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

In: Vendors and Dealers, 6/10/2013, 11 replies
Subject: RSC Mechanic's Shirts - Final Day to Order
Warden: (Ok, not really burning it, but I won't be offering them again). Based ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Stephini3: I wanted to order another one! Just kidding! I love the shirt. :)RSC Mechanic's Shirts - Final Day to Order

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Stephini3

In: Technical Discussions, 6/17/2013, 47 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: Bump.....Yep aaaa "BIG BOY " :P B)Are stock Road stars slow?

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BTM. Samson

In: Maintenance, 6/18/2013, 6 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
Ricohoc: Look, it really makes a huge difference if you bleed with a Mity-Vac and from the caliper end. And, ...Brake Fluid Shelf Life.

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Ricohoc

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Tips
Erbman02: I'm very fortunate that I have a decent dealer that I can go to. Now don't get me wrong, there have been a couple times that they messed up, but were very quick to rectify the situation, even 1 time sending ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Stevie: ^ This my dealer doesn't have an air filter for the Road Star :angry:Tips

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Stevie

In: Electrical/Electronics, 6/18/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Tune Talk
RSTAR99: I was wondering what stereo's and speakers you all with HD fairings are using? I'm at that point finally and now I want a system that sounds good, I can listen to the radio as well as CD or other device ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Erbman02: used the db521 on the end and where they had the speedo and tach used 4 inch. I just did a search on ...Tune Talk

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Erbman02

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Online parts suppliers
coolalexrex: So I have deduced that my oil gear needs to be replaced. I figure while I'm in there I may as well put in the Barnett clutch kit. The first few I've looked at don't include the clutch cover gasket! ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
greenpus: I bought a gasket on ebay brand new for $11. Free shipping :P I bought the high rev oil gear on ebay, ...Online parts suppliers

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greenpus

In: Technical Discussions, 6/11/2013, 11 replies
Subject: AIS
bluesman: After reading AIS removal articles, I tend to ask this: wouldn't simply plugging the main air induction hose to the AIS disable the system much more simply? That is what everyone who owns a Kawasaki Vulcan ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
129drifter: I gotta get me some of those dingle balls and a raccoon tail. Maybe I can attach the tail to the top ...AIS

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129drifter

In: Bolt Ons, 6/18/2013, 12 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: Thanks for the pics, and I appreciate the offer. Not sure exactly which direction I'm headed yet though. ...Are all forward controls so expensive?

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Deerkiller

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Roadstar values/insurance companies
Deerkiller: So, looking for some advice from some of you who may have some experience. Lets say the insurance company totals my bike. Book value is around $3800-3900, plus my accessories. Since my bike was in immaculate ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Curt: When I wrecked mine it was the fist day of my NEW policy with Allstate I had changed from State Farm ...Roadstar values/insurance companies

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Curt

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/26/2013, 103 replies
Subject: Meet and Greet Rockers
Darn: :censored: :censored: :censored: prices went up, they were under $5 for the last several years, now my guy who was doing them is gone, so the new guy wants $7.00 each or $350 up front for 50 I need ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Darn: Good idea, I just did it. Yep!Meet and Greet Rockers

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Darn

In: Body/Frame, 6/18/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Tour Deluxe Bags on a Road Star?
chief802: Has anyone already put Tour Deluxe bags on their Roadie? I dont like the square corners of the harley bags and I also dont like the curvy roundness of the Roadie bags. The Tour Deluxe bags are nice and ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
chief802: Thanks Kai. That is exactly the info I was looking for. Now to find the parts!:unsure:Tour Deluxe Bags on a Road Star?

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chief802

In: Bike Talk, 6/18/2013, 3 replies
Subject: AIS Last Step Help
MartyN8677: Just almost finished AIS removal from my 08. In the last step, I am to trace the vacuum hose to the intake manifold and cap the vacuum tap. Well, I think this hose came off when I removed the pump, so ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
MartyN8677: Awesome. Thanks brother. Now the BAK.AIS Last Step Help

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In: Miscellaneous, 6/18/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Harbor Freight Tools Coupons
Warden: 20oz HVLP spray guns for $11.99. Great price if you've got some painting in the future. Buy a few and they're almost a throw away. Harbor ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Curt: I got their 3 piece professional set, the pro gun, the mid size which is smaller and the touch up which ...Harbor Freight Tools Coupons

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Curt

In: Introductions, 6/17/2013, 21 replies
Subject: hello from salem oregon
Scruffalufigus: Just sold my 06 750 honda shadow bobber cause I want a bigger bike. I have seen a few of the roadstar 1600s on craigslist and I'm really starting to like them a lot, but I know nothing about them, but ...

Latest reply, 6/18/2013
Scruffalufigus: thats what im gonna try and explain. its been up on craigslist for awhile now. so i think i can. just ...hello from salem oregon

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Scruffalufigus

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