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Hey Martin have you used these guys before....my battery kicked off before I could run the stabil into the carb lol ...310cca and you are using the stock cable from the batt to the starter and the ground?? We are having a spring like winter here and I could still be riding Coug

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In: Jetting, 5/10/2013, 36 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, 5/23/2013 Curt: You have to pull the heads to ream the guides.:)is this Svs? 37 posts, last by: Curt In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 1 reply 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, 5/23/2013 Curt: You are 32 miles from me so lets hear what the other guys come up with and maybe we can come up with ...Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas? 2 posts, last by: Curt In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 12 replies Subject: Pics of speedstar needle davej: We talk about using different needles in the tuning process. I have seen many wondering about the dia size of the speedstar needle. I had the needle out today so I thought I would post this pic with measurements ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Curt: Yes that is like the one I had in my HC too. Now I know why you have such big jets. To be honest is isn't ...Pics of speedstar needle 13 posts, last by: Curt In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 7 replies Subject: HeavyMetal's dash plate idea greyphart: Took HEAVYMETAL's idea about a dash plate mount and went with it. This is for those of us who can't afford/don't care about a fairing. Simple and cheap. This mounts by 4 1" x 1 1/2" corner braces attached ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Chromeinator: Good idea looks good B)HeavyMetal's dash plate idea 8 posts, last by: Chromeinator In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 7 replies Subject: The Blonde Pilot... 68jmpr: This is the story of the blonde flying in a two-seater airplane with just the pilot.The pilot ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Capt.Kirk: God bless that air traffic controller!The Blonde Pilot... 8 posts, last by: Capt.Kirk In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 2 replies Subject: radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones sgfrye: i just added a great app for my i-phone. radarscope, it gives realtime dopplar radar and map images based on your location. if your're out on the road and want to avoid an area of rain, it could help ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 bullbasin: I use a free app called radar now. Pretty good as it gives you any NWS alerts as well. Below is a quick ...radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones 3 posts, last by: bullbasin In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 14 replies Subject: Room Available for M&G in GreenBay Greysnake: I had two rooms reserved for the M&G and one of the guys that was coming along had to pull out so I called and canceled the one(1) bed room. So there is a room available for anyone coming that don't have ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 chico: Yeah its been awhile! Been thru a divorce and got a good relationship going now and I have a new 14 month ...Room Available for M&G in GreenBay 15 posts, last by: chico In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 26 replies Subject: Crossing the lines Scooter76: Watch out ya'll. I'm sneaking across the border :woohoo: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Scooter76: Thanks so much for the offer. Really appreciate it. Sooo tempting, you have no idea. Lol.Crossing the lines 27 posts, last by: Scooter76 In: Body/Frame, 5/23/2013, 10 replies Subject: anyone chopped and moved the fender horn?? RyanH0809: HI all, I'm wanting to move my seating position back a couple inches and lower. I've heard from many people and inspected myself and realize the fender horn is the largest restraint here. Has anyone done ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Flashback: Works for me .... my ISP probably blocked you. :pinch: Doc That doesn't surprise me, ...anyone chopped and moved the fender horn?? 11 posts, last by: Flashback In: Technical Discussions, 5/14/2013, 28 replies Subject: Sounds like a card on bicycle spokes Starship: 03 silverado-pumpless,otherwise stock.15,000 (not for long now that I have it B). Have noticed this sound from the front jug about half way through each gear for a narrow rpm range.It has been going on ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Starship: Pulled the tank and changed the plugs....another tool kit tool is the spark plug wrench with the rubber ...Sounds like a card on bicycle spokes 29 posts, last by: Starship In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 2 replies Subject: My tupperware girl River: Well, she's gotta go. I put her on Craigs list. Latest reply, 5/23/2013 River: It ain't as comfortable as my Roadie on longer rides either, but of course that's just the seat. I'm ...My tupperware girl 3 posts, last by: River In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 20 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, 5/23/2013 pbirk: I am also in the market for a hitch. I'm leaning toward the mchitch but look forward to your hidden ...trailer hitch template arrived 21 posts, last by: pbirk In: Pics of My Ride, 5/23/2013, 10 replies Subject: chopped up roadstar softail whaley01: attempt at a soft tail. Thinking about going back to a bagger look though. Latest reply, 5/23/2013 blue_star: Since you bought it that way, I don't like the rear fender. The way you set it up is up to you. I'm not ...chopped up roadstar softail 11 posts, last by: blue_star In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 7 replies Subject: Stratoliner in Indy Scooter76: If anyone is looking for a statoliner. Not sure if it's a great deal, but if anyone is looking :). Looks good to me. http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/mcy/3803024472.html Latest reply, 5/23/2013 ironman: stop by Cleve. if you do ;) ;) :) :) :)Stratoliner in Indy 8 posts, last by: ironman In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/21/2013, 20 replies Subject: RSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER Warden: (Ok, not really burning it, but I won't be offering them again). Based on some recent requests ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Warden: BumpRSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER 21 posts, last by: Warden In: Bolt Ons, 5/19/2013, 7 replies Subject: Exhaust flange nuts Martorious: Anyone have any laying around? I had one get up and walk away while I had the exhaust off. Or a source for a replacement set? Only thing I've found locally are plain nuts, want something a little more ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Curt: This is why I went with the solid SS self locking nuts. No more worry and nobody looks at my nuts anyway.:laugh: ...Exhaust flange nuts 8 posts, last by: Curt In: Miscellaneous, 5/13/2013, 20 replies Subject: Heading to Texas - Let's Ride! pastornj: OK all you Longhorns! :P The Black Beast is loaded on the trailer and I'm coming to Texas! :) Lord willing, we'll be arriving late Weds night the 15th in Wylie, TX to see our daughter, her husband, ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 pastornj: What's the name of the bbq place?Heading to Texas - Let's Ride! 21 posts, last by: pastornj In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 2 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, 5/23/2013 StarRN: They are yours sir!Pay it Forward 3 posts, last by: StarRN In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 2 replies Subject: GNR10 Ashley: I was looking at your pic . Nice ride . How did you get your passenger floorbaords at that angle ? Looks like that would be more better for wife . I have the stock passenger floor boards . Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Ashley: Good for him ,sucks for me :angry: Oh well :laugh: :laugh: GNR10 3 posts, last by: Ashley In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/22/2013, 24 replies Subject: Someone picked the wrong house. tykesplace: This happened in my town today. . The guy came home and saw someone in his house. The ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 LBundy: In Indiana, its D.O.A. on nothing at all! Thats how we roll;) ;)Someone picked the wrong house. 25 posts, last by: LBundy In: Body/Frame, 5/22/2013, 37 replies Subject: painted and all assembled texanrebel82: it was getting late so no sun pics I will try to post tomorrow Latest reply, 5/23/2013 RabidRoadie: Bike looks awesome!painted and all assembled 38 posts, last by: RabidRoadie In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 22 replies Subject: Dirty, dirty, girl..... XtremeIN: Hello all, I have just returned from a 1000 mile trip. For me this was a rather big deal. It was the first long ride I have been on. It was the first long trip that I have done on my Road Star. It was ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 GNR10: I bought my bike it was clean. It gets dirty, I wash it. I keep it cleaner than some do their guns.Dirty, dirty, girl..... 23 posts, last by: GNR10 In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 14 replies Subject: If It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts) shane8813: Ok, so I did the crankcase vent by ERB. Getting ready to go for a ride and went to put my windshield back on, only to find out I'm missing both windshield mounting bolts on the left side. I took it for ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Ashley: :blink: :blink: Dont tell her that :laugh: :laugh: My wife the first few times riding with me was ...If It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts) 15 posts, last by: Ashley In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 17 replies Subject: I'm a terrible photographer FatJay: Seriously. The pictures I take look terrible. I could take a picture of a supermodel, and people looking at it would ask "why did you take a picture of Rosie Odonnel?" Then there's photographers out ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 FatJay: Come on... I just ate.I'm a terrible photographer 18 posts, last by: FatJay In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 23 replies Subject: this shock is interesting smokescreens: i got this shock for the RAP to try out (works great by the way) and i notice 2 things about it. 1. its the same lenght as the road star shock eye to eye. 2. it has a dampener adjustment to make ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 jd750ace: Hydraulic fluids won't have the lubricity of motor and fork oils. In my experience, the RAP was a beast ...this shock is interesting 24 posts, last by: jd750ace In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 833 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, 5/23/2013 Deedot: We're planning a short run to Doc's HD for a fish fry Friday night, but the real ride through ...2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9 834 posts, last by: Deedot In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 22 replies Subject: Front pulley inspection / belt help .. DropkickFace: This is a update from my post yesterday about a squeak / whistling sound. I removed the front pulley cover. Cleaned some debris & pulled & cleaned the plastic rollers. Didn't see anything obvious but ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 GeorgiaStar: I used to have some stuff called Dri-Slide...Molybendum Disulphide...Really great stuff, went on as a ...Front pulley inspection / belt help .. 23 posts, last by: GeorgiaStar In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 13 replies Subject: Carb leaking gas Chubs: After installing my new stator I started my bike and noticed fuel dumping between the cylinders. I have taken the air cleaner off and tried to find where the leak is coming from with no luck. Its not ... Latest reply, 5/23/2013 Chubs: Perfect, that's exactly the kind of info I was looking for!! Thanks brotherCarb leaking gas 14 posts, last by: Chubs In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 10 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, 5/23/2013 Mudball: Micheal they are closing down the down town area. Most will be 31-w some of high way 62. from 65 get ...Bikes, Blues, & BBQ 11 posts, last by: Mudball In: Bolt Ons, 5/22/2013, 16 replies Subject: Kickstand Meitemark: Does anybody know where to get a longer kickstand for the bike. When I raised the fork 4 inch and put Austin taxi tire I need longer kickstand. ca. 3 to 4 inch longer Thanks Latest reply, 5/23/2013 fpontarolo*: When I extended the forks of my 650 Vstar I thought it was going to fall over the first time I but it ...Kickstand 17 posts, last by: fpontarolo

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In: Jetting, 5/10/2013, 36 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, 5/23/2013
Curt: You have to pull the heads to ream the guides.:)is this Svs?

37 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 1 reply
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, 5/23/2013
Curt: You are 32 miles from me so lets hear what the other guys come up with and maybe we can come up with ...Memorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?

2 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 12 replies
Subject: Pics of speedstar needle
davej: We talk about using different needles in the tuning process. I have seen many wondering about the dia size of the speedstar needle. I had the needle out today so I thought I would post this pic with measurements ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Curt: Yes that is like the one I had in my HC too. Now I know why you have such big jets. To be honest is isn't ...Pics of speedstar needle

13 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 7 replies
Subject: HeavyMetal's dash plate idea
greyphart: Took HEAVYMETAL's idea about a dash plate mount and went with it. This is for those of us who can't afford/don't care about a fairing. Simple and cheap. This mounts by 4 1" x 1 1/2" corner braces attached ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Chromeinator: Good idea looks good B)HeavyMetal's dash plate idea

8 posts, last by:

Chromeinator

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 7 replies
Subject: The Blonde Pilot...
68jmpr: This is the story of the blonde flying in a two-seater airplane with just the pilot.The pilot ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Capt.Kirk: God bless that air traffic controller!The Blonde Pilot...

8 posts, last by:

Capt.Kirk

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 2 replies
Subject: radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones
sgfrye: i just added a great app for my i-phone. radarscope, it gives realtime dopplar radar and map images based on your location. if your're out on the road and want to avoid an area of rain, it could help ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
bullbasin: I use a free app called radar now. Pretty good as it gives you any NWS alerts as well. Below is a quick ...radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones

3 posts, last by:

bullbasin

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Room Available for M&G in GreenBay
Greysnake: I had two rooms reserved for the M&G and one of the guys that was coming along had to pull out so I called and canceled the one(1) bed room. So there is a room available for anyone coming that don't have ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
chico: Yeah its been awhile! Been thru a divorce and got a good relationship going now and I have a new 14 month ...Room Available for M&G in GreenBay

15 posts, last by:

chico

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 26 replies
Subject: Crossing the lines
Scooter76: Watch out ya'll. I'm sneaking across the border :woohoo: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Scooter76: Thanks so much for the offer. Really appreciate it. Sooo tempting, you have no idea. Lol.Crossing the lines

27 posts, last by:

Scooter76

In: Body/Frame, 5/23/2013, 10 replies
Subject: anyone chopped and moved the fender horn??
RyanH0809: HI all, I'm wanting to move my seating position back a couple inches and lower. I've heard from many people and inspected myself and realize the fender horn is the largest restraint here. Has anyone done ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Flashback: Works for me .... my ISP probably blocked you. :pinch: Doc That doesn't surprise me, ...anyone chopped and moved the fender horn??

11 posts, last by:

Flashback

In: Technical Discussions, 5/14/2013, 28 replies
Subject: Sounds like a card on bicycle spokes
Starship: 03 silverado-pumpless,otherwise stock.15,000 (not for long now that I have it B). Have noticed this sound from the front jug about half way through each gear for a narrow rpm range.It has been going on ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Starship: Pulled the tank and changed the plugs....another tool kit tool is the spark plug wrench with the rubber ...Sounds like a card on bicycle spokes

29 posts, last by:

Starship

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 2 replies
Subject: My tupperware girl
River: Well, she's gotta go. I put her on Craigs list.

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
River: It ain't as comfortable as my Roadie on longer rides either, but of course that's just the seat. I'm ...My tupperware girl

3 posts, last by:

River

In: Bolt Ons, 5/2/2013, 20 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, 5/23/2013
pbirk: I am also in the market for a hitch. I'm leaning toward the mchitch but look forward to your hidden ...trailer hitch template arrived

21 posts, last by:

pbirk

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/23/2013, 10 replies
Subject: chopped up roadstar softail
whaley01: attempt at a soft tail. Thinking about going back to a bagger look though.

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
blue_star: Since you bought it that way, I don't like the rear fender. The way you set it up is up to you. I'm not ...chopped up roadstar softail

11 posts, last by:

blue_star

In: Bike Talk, 5/23/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Stratoliner in Indy
Scooter76: If anyone is looking for a statoliner. Not sure if it's a great deal, but if anyone is looking :). Looks good to me. http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/mcy/3803024472.html

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
ironman: stop by Cleve. if you do ;) ;) :) :) :)Stratoliner in Indy

8 posts, last by:

ironman

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/21/2013, 20 replies
Subject: RSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER
Warden: (Ok, not really burning it, but I won't be offering them again). Based on some recent requests ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Warden: BumpRSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER

21 posts, last by:

Warden

In: Bolt Ons, 5/19/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Exhaust flange nuts
Martorious: Anyone have any laying around? I had one get up and walk away while I had the exhaust off. Or a source for a replacement set? Only thing I've found locally are plain nuts, want something a little more ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Curt: This is why I went with the solid SS self locking nuts. No more worry and nobody looks at my nuts anyway.:laugh: ...Exhaust flange nuts

8 posts, last by:

Curt

In: Miscellaneous, 5/13/2013, 20 replies
Subject: Heading to Texas - Let's Ride!
pastornj: OK all you Longhorns! :P The Black Beast is loaded on the trailer and I'm coming to Texas! :) Lord willing, we'll be arriving late Weds night the 15th in Wylie, TX to see our daughter, her husband, ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
pastornj: What's the name of the bbq place?Heading to Texas - Let's Ride!

21 posts, last by:

pastornj

In: Bolt Ons, 5/23/2013, 2 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, 5/23/2013
StarRN: They are yours sir!Pay it Forward

3 posts, last by:

StarRN

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 2 replies
Subject: GNR10
Ashley: I was looking at your pic . Nice ride . How did you get your passenger floorbaords at that angle ? Looks like that would be more better for wife . I have the stock passenger floor boards .

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Ashley: Good for him ,sucks for me :angry: Oh well :laugh: :laugh: GNR10

3 posts, last by:

Ashley

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/22/2013, 24 replies
Subject: Someone picked the wrong house.
tykesplace: This happened in my town today. . The guy came home and saw someone in his house. The ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
LBundy: In Indiana, its D.O.A. on nothing at all! Thats how we roll;) ;)Someone picked the wrong house.

25 posts, last by:

LBundy

In: Body/Frame, 5/22/2013, 37 replies
Subject: painted and all assembled
texanrebel82: it was getting late so no sun pics I will try to post tomorrow

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
RabidRoadie: Bike looks awesome!painted and all assembled

38 posts, last by:

RabidRoadie

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 22 replies
Subject: Dirty, dirty, girl.....
XtremeIN: Hello all, I have just returned from a 1000 mile trip. For me this was a rather big deal. It was the first long ride I have been on. It was the first long trip that I have done on my Road Star. It was ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
GNR10: I bought my bike it was clean. It gets dirty, I wash it. I keep it cleaner than some do their guns.Dirty, dirty, girl.....

23 posts, last by:

GNR10

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 14 replies
Subject: If It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts)
shane8813: Ok, so I did the crankcase vent by ERB. Getting ready to go for a ride and went to put my windshield back on, only to find out I'm missing both windshield mounting bolts on the left side. I took it for ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Ashley: :blink: :blink: Dont tell her that :laugh: :laugh: My wife the first few times riding with me was ...If It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts)

15 posts, last by:

Ashley

In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 17 replies
Subject: I'm a terrible photographer
FatJay: Seriously. The pictures I take look terrible. I could take a picture of a supermodel, and people looking at it would ask "why did you take a picture of Rosie Odonnel?" Then there's photographers out ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
FatJay: Come on... I just ate.I'm a terrible photographer

18 posts, last by:

FatJay

In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 23 replies
Subject: this shock is interesting
smokescreens: i got this shock for the RAP to try out (works great by the way) and i notice 2 things about it. 1. its the same lenght as the road star shock eye to eye. 2. it has a dampener adjustment to make ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
jd750ace: Hydraulic fluids won't have the lubricity of motor and fork oils. In my experience, the RAP was a beast ...this shock is interesting

24 posts, last by:

jd750ace

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 833 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, 5/23/2013
Deedot: We're planning a short run to Doc's HD for a fish fry Friday night, but the real ride through ...2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9

834 posts, last by:

Deedot

In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 22 replies
Subject: Front pulley inspection / belt help ..
DropkickFace: This is a update from my post yesterday about a squeak / whistling sound. I removed the front pulley cover. Cleaned some debris & pulled & cleaned the plastic rollers. Didn't see anything obvious but ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
GeorgiaStar: I used to have some stuff called Dri-Slide...Molybendum Disulphide...Really great stuff, went on as a ...Front pulley inspection / belt help ..

23 posts, last by:

GeorgiaStar

In: Bike Talk, 5/18/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Carb leaking gas
Chubs: After installing my new stator I started my bike and noticed fuel dumping between the cylinders. I have taken the air cleaner off and tried to find where the leak is coming from with no luck. Its not ...

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
Chubs: Perfect, that's exactly the kind of info I was looking for!! Thanks brotherCarb leaking gas

14 posts, last by:

Chubs

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 10 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, 5/23/2013
Mudball: Micheal they are closing down the down town area. Most will be 31-w some of high way 62. from 65 get ...Bikes, Blues, & BBQ

11 posts, last by:

Mudball

In: Bolt Ons, 5/22/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Kickstand
Meitemark: Does anybody know where to get a longer kickstand for the bike. When I raised the fork 4 inch and put Austin taxi tire I need longer kickstand. ca. 3 to 4 inch longer Thanks

Latest reply, 5/23/2013
fpontarolo: When I extended the forks of my 650 Vstar I thought it was going to fall over the first time I but it ...Kickstand

17 posts, last by:

fpontarolo

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