Re:East Coast M&G, Arundel ME, 5-7 Aug 2011 - Road Star Forum

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/25/2013
Subject: Memorial Day for the Clinic
Curt: The wife made this for the Clinic for Memorial Day.
Memorial Day for the Clinic

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Curt

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Bikes, Blues, & BBQ
Mudball: New event this weekend in Elizabethtown, KY and I'm stuck on the side lines. I had knee replacement 6 weeks ago and it's most likely be another six week before I'll be able to get back on the bike. If ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
SKWEARpeg: No, I'm not.B) I got tunes on the IPod in the Bose dock. Ribs on the grill. Some sort of fruity margarita ...Bikes, Blues, & BBQ

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SKWEARpeg

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 852 replies
Subject: 2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9
Darn: OK folks, I talked it over with Scootergirl, I think we can throw an awesome M&G here in Green Bay with a day ride up to and around Door County including some awesome rustic roads along lake Michigan (probably ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Stephini3: Jim, make sure I stay one drink ahead of you. MAYBE I won't retain the memories. :huh: :blink: ...2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9

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Stephini3

In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Broke my cylinder head breather fitting
Signguy: Broke my cylinder head breather fitting...now what? I plugged it but will this do damage? How do I get it out to change it?

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
texasscott1: Also, be careful removing the cover. There are hollow dowel pins that align it that have been known to ...Broke my cylinder head breather fitting

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texasscott1

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Got JTD hard lowers in
River: Got the JTD hard lowers in today, they sure don't fit a Roadstar with 1 1/2 Cobra fatty. The one they sent are just for general highway bars. Not much pleased with their roughed out crap for $200.00 ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Kaidallac: River, they are not meant for the Cobra Fatty Bars. They are only meant to fit the regular 1.5 inch ...Got JTD hard lowers in

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Kaidallac

In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 4 replies
Subject: quick release backrest luggage rack.
smokescreens: Anyone have one that they want to part with? I put in the vaca time for the green bay M&G and could use it to bring some "GOODIES" with me.

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
smokescreens: thanks for the offer bro but i have the oem quick release backrest. yamaha does make a QR rack for it ...quick release backrest luggage rack.

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smokescreens

In: Miscellaneous, 5/24/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Warden's Latest Graffiti
jeckes: Just got them in the mail and on. Thanks Jim!:)You do excellent work! And yeah, I know the little dot is missing in the R:angry: My wife already pointed it out:blush: [img ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
River: I don't know of another forum that has their own sticker. Chuckle!Warden's Latest Graffiti

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River

In: Jetting, 5/10/2013, 39 replies
Subject: is this Svs?
willy6501: hey folks. I think I may have a case of Svs but I'm not 100% certain. my 2004 roadie will run good for the firs couple of miles and then start acting up with sputtering, backfiring and flames coming from ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
roadiemort: samson i guess you did not bother to read any of the previous posts:huh: :huh: :huh:is this Svs?

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roadiemort

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 22 replies
Subject: Taking the Road Star plunge
DeweyV65: As you can tell from my user name I have a Honda Magna V65 and few of you saw the mean machine at the M&G down in Iowa last year, and know how many problems I had with it. Well I am finally working on ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Warden: Are you a Road Star owner yet?????? :)Taking the Road Star plunge

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Warden

In: Miscellaneous, 5/25/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Great customer service
chiefriceburner: I just wanted to give Geno a plug. He is who makes lowering brackets for our saddlebags. I called to talk to him yesterday and he answered right away. He took the time to explain how they mount and offered ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
1700cc: Yup! Got Genos brackets on my bike. Great guy, great product. :)Great customer service

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1700cc

In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 28 replies
Subject: trailer hitch template arrived
HEAVY METAL: I want to give a special thanks to grayphart for going the extra distance and sending me a template for making trailer hitch for my 03' road*. the template arrived today and the wifey told me to get me ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
greyphart: Not quite. Lantz72 is the artist using sketchup. He sent it to me verifying the look and I archived ...trailer hitch template arrived

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greyphart

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Looking for a mechanic I can trust
Picacho1: So I'm new to this and I know, I'm supposed to fix all my own stuff but.....I bought my Road Star Silverado from a guy last fall ( 05 1700) with about 6400 miles on it. Ditched the AIS and am wondering ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Picacho1: Hey erbman - beleive I bought a set of wires from you in early April. Went in kinda tight underneath, ...Looking for a mechanic I can trust

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Picacho1

In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Stratoliner Front Wheel?
Uno979: Yes that's right! It is very much a clean front wheel for UNDER $120!!! Free Shipping!! I would grab it but my $$ is tied up on down payment for a home.. I hope someone on this forum grabs it!! http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-Stratoliner-Roadliner-Front-Rim-/151049653948?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item232b42cebc&vxp=mtr

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
BTM. Samson: DCchopper has a thread going on rear strat wheel modification, unless ya got the necessary tools ...Stratoliner Front Wheel?

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BTM. Samson

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/25/2013, 4 replies
Subject: long ride shields
sctnmart: just wondering if anybody that has a Reckless fairing (or any fairing) that has gone for their windshield to a long ride windshield. wondering if it's worth the extra money ($40). I would like to go to ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
River: Thats exactly right, don't guess at it. I did the same thing. I like the Long Rides shield though.long ride shields

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River

In: Maintenance, 5/24/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Alignment/tire wear: does 1/8 - 3/16" affect wear?
Sawtooth: Hi Folks, forgive the NOOB question, I did try a search. When I introduced myself a couple of days ago I said that my rear tire is almost completely worn on the left but almost brand new on the right. ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Sawtooth: Wow, don't know why had not thought of this. Thanks MS 1700! I have a bicycle spoke that will be perfect ...Alignment/tire wear: does 1/8 - 3/16" affect wear?

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Sawtooth

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/24/2013, 10 replies
Subject: A little weekend R&R
Jonesie05:

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
PhatRJ: Sunday's lookin good for me. Martorius meet you on 70 at Dayton. Wait, we were all invited right? :P ...A little weekend R&R

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PhatRJ

In: Body/Frame, 5/18/2013, 40 replies
Subject: roadstar chop-west coast inspired
Sntcareers: I have been a lurker for years, finally pulled the trigger on modding my 06 1700. I sent my stock frame off to Ardcore Choppers in Indianapolis for all the frame work. Jon was awesome to deal with and ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Sntcareers: Semi- satin black, with charcoal ghost tribal Similar to this: roadstar chop-west coast inspired

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Sntcareers

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?
pastornj: Alright all you Texas Roadie riders B) The weather should be fine Sat-Mon 5/25-27/13 :) :) I intend to do some more riding B) in the great state of Texas before we pack up to go back to North Carolina ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Curt: Marty is coming to pick up his lowers in a few minutes. Do you want to meet some where half way between ...Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?

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Curt

In: Bolt Ons, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Extra Part Free
tarcon: Any one need a stock backrest?

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
azbto: i'm looking for a backrest, please let me know if still available.Extra Part Free

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azbto

In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 20 replies
Subject: Pay it Forward
StarRN: I have a set of Küryaken SwingWing Pegs up for grabs. If you happen to be heading to the meet and greet in Green Bay, they can be yours for a few beers for the little lady and I.. Otherwise let me ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
azbto: I'm looking for passenger backrest upright, anybody know where I can get one?Pay it Forward

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azbto

In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Stupid seat!
Roadstarcountryboy: Hey guys my damn seat won't come off tried all the tricks I read on here and nothing works. Went to install my new back off brake light flasher but couldn't get the seat off to save my life. Anyone have ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Doc_V: Pretty cool mod with the knob. ...Before you begin modding, after you get the seat off of course, ...Stupid seat!

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Doc_V

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/25/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Funnel filters ? Where you gettn em
Vette468: ? Gotta grab some next time im out...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
jd750ace: Auto parts houses usually have them in the paint section. Could find them in the paint section at the ...Funnel filters ? Where you gettn em

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jd750ace

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/25/2013, 2 replies
Subject: A must read for all INDIANA riders.
Roadstarcountryboy: Hey guys hopefully u can read this pic if not ill make sure to write the info down but there's an awesome ride up in Carmel this coming Wednesday. It's an all day event and is to help burn victims. All ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
t0rqed: bump for a good causeA must read for all INDIANA riders.

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t0rqed

In: Pics of My Ride, 4/18/2010, 142 replies
Subject: 300 Roadstar Prostreet Project
3 UP: Just thought I'd show you guys what I've been up to most nights and weekends since January.:) Alot of tube bending & tigging, finally got to sit her on the ground today. Swingarm is done ,still some work ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Tug: Dude you got a seriously sick bike300 Roadstar Prostreet Project

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Tug

In: Bike Talk, 5/25/2013, 1 reply
Subject: 12" Ape suggestions?
Lefty: Thinking of swapping out my bars. I have 10" on now. I want to run the wires inside so while I switch to fatter bars I figured I would raise them up a little too. Any suggestions for fat 12" bars. (insert ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
RSTAR99: I installed 12" Z bars on my bike last year and ran the wires inside. I didn't have to extend any of ...12" Ape suggestions?

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RSTAR99

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/25/2013
Subject: Heading to Mex
Stevie: This is sounding like a broken record Three days of drunken debauchery Offer still stands, more beer and food than we can consume, head south... turn right at mexico Boats and Hoes! :P [video ...
Heading to Mex

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Stevie

In: Maintenance, 5/16/2013, 41 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, 5/25/2013
rox: Right as rain! Well, almost. Did a quarter turn and it appeared to do the trick. It is so much better ...Front end feeling

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In: Introductions, 5/24/2013, 19 replies
Subject: South Texas
St.Ranger: How's it going everybody?! My name is Noel and I live in Edcouch, Texas. I've been lurking around this site for about 2 and a half months now and decided to join. I've had my star for about 2 months ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
kozaturf: :welcome: from "The Region" NW IndianaSouth Texas

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kozaturf

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 30 replies
Subject: Carb cough and backfire
Warden: Help. I'm 50 miles into a 300 mile ride and my bike starts coughing when I hit a all bump. Then, I get into a construction zone and slow down. Hitting the throttle to gain speed again the bike just ...

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
Agpilot: check your fuel filter! could have got some bad gas? Sounds like mine when I clogged the fuel filter! ...Carb cough and backfire

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Agpilot

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/25/2013, 7 replies
Subject: smoking
sappermech: Slow smoking some pork loin and beef roast dry rubbed with my own blend of spices and applewood smoked with michelobe light to keep it moist gonna be a good dinner tomorrow.:)

Latest reply, 5/25/2013
sappermech: Well all the beef is done keeping 12 inches of the loin for slices and doing the rest in pulled pork ...smoking

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