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In: Jetting, 5/18/2013, 35 replies
Subject: Very Heavy Fuel Consumption
Schweeet Daddy T: My fuel consumption is ridiculous... 17mpg and this with no mods on the bike except a half of stage one gutting of the stock pipes. I say half because I only removed the rear cone and drilled through ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
BubbaKahuna: What octane fuel are you running? If your bike is stock you should be running 87 octane regular, that's ...Very Heavy Fuel Consumption

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BubbaKahuna

In: Bolt Ons, 5/14/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Fitment - What fits what ?
SoCali Rider: I've tried searching past threads looking for answers to some of my questions as to what will fit what, and I realize you can make anything fit with a little effort ! My reasoning is that I like changing ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: Bill I can't get your link to work but ghost brackets are the same set up as the easy brackets. I had ...Fitment - What fits what ?

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blue_star

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Studding non studded bags
Jonathan: Is there an easy way to add studs to a new bag set I'm getting?

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: The easy way would be to pay someone else to put them on. :P Don't think I would really want to do that ...Studding non studded bags

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blue_star

In: Body/Frame, 5/20/2013, 5 replies
Subject: To those that have removed the rear fender support
Dvox: I have an 02 project bobber I'm working on. The previous owner has removed the rear fender support. I'm trying to get ideas for welding on or bolting on a "bobbed" rear fender that goes to about the center ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
blue_star: You could do something similar to what Curt did on his. His fender is mounted to the swingarm. To those that have removed the rear fender support

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blue_star

In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 8 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
Erbman02: If it is a aluminum, then belt tension. The aluminum pulleys, whether front or rear are more prone to ...why are the teeth on my rear pulley so worn?

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Erbman02

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/20/2013, 8 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
BubbaKahuna: I thought the 'Non Motorcycle Topics' forum was for whining about politics. :pinch: On topic: I've ...Throttle Fest Chicago in June

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BubbaKahuna

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Intervention Needed
MartyN8677: Hi, my name is Marty, and I can't stop spending money on accessories for my Roadstar. I really thought I got a great deal purchasing my bike. But, it was all stock. Since then, I have added an ED ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
old dog: Just wait till you find out what the motor needs. billIntervention Needed

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old dog

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013
Subject: suburban Oklahoma city getting hammered right now.
Blackroadie: 5 pm news (eastern time) talking about a suburban Oklahoma city ( moore) just got hit with a tornado.... 2 elementary schools in the direct path as schools in session.....homes and business's destroyed ...
suburban Oklahoma city getting hammered right now.

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Blackroadie

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 12 replies
Subject: I'm gonna be a grandfather
Claymeister: Its has officially been announced today. Of course I have known for a couple weeks... My daughter(24y) is going to be a mommy. That makes me going to be : A Grandfather ! Yea. She is due in mid ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
RabidRoadie: Congrats! You're gonna have some fun times ahead.I'm gonna be a grandfather

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RabidRoadie

In: Introductions, 5/9/2013, 41 replies
Subject: Hello from Minneapolis
MinnyStar: Good morning everyone. PROUD to have a need to be on this forum. After many years of wanting, I finally purchased a 2004 Road Star Midnight Silverado. It's got a few issues I hope are little and easy ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
RabidRoadie: Welcome from Ohio!Hello from Minneapolis

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RabidRoadie

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 17 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: Factory one is not adjustable. I looked that one up already:)Two different worlds

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Deerkiller

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013
Subject: Hey KAI..
VikingWarhorse: You ended this vid about 50 yards from my old house!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uykKGZTid8I&list=UUJMgBYkhCDNNuZM9buYDOvg
Hey KAI..

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VikingWarhorse

In: Maintenance, 5/20/2013, 6 replies
Subject: "Clanking"/metallic rattle on pull away & cruising
Schweeet Daddy T: Ok so on pull away and when coasting or cruising with very little throttle there is this metal like clanking sound from what sounds like the front part of the engine to the left side. If I had to describe ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Schweeet Daddy T: Gonna check the headlight can just to make sure..."Clanking"/metallic rattle on pull away & cruising

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Schweeet Daddy T

In: Maintenance, 5/14/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Phase 7 headlight rattle
Jonathan: Anyone else with the Phase 7 headlamp figure out how to stop the squeakety-rattle thing that happens? I can't find a way to make it stop.

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Jonathan: So, I pulled the headlight, and inside there's a small metal clip. I padded it with the and no more ...Phase 7 headlight rattle

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Jonathan

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Will these fit roadie ?
Ashley: Wondering if thses will fit my fender http://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/3780516413.html

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Blackroadie: That's a good deal.Will these fit roadie ?

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Blackroadie

In: Technical Discussions, 5/18/2013, 18 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
Jim West Pa: The K&N is a for sure. The pipes jist aint in the budget right now. Thanx greyphart. I will come ...Can smeone enlighten me on " AIS" ?

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Jim West Pa

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/20/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Internet beers to whoever guesses what this is
Deerkiller: :P

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
takehikes: It is something that does not belong on a motorcycle. I win for the most technically correct answer.:PInternet beers to whoever guesses what this is

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takehikes

In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 14 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
MartyN8677: I just put the 777's on my 08 R*. I don't ride 2 up and weigh about 185. So, I am running ...tires recommend shinko s new 777

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MartyN8677

In: Body/Frame, 5/18/2013, 34 replies
Subject: PAINT IS DONE!!!!!!
texanrebel82: Man im pumped up my paint is done...the guy painting just sent me some pics and man that copper pearl looks awesome. I will be picking them up tonight will post pics tomorrow....im gonna make sure everything ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
texanrebel82: Thanks..haven't seen anyone do it yet thought it would be cool....my paint guy said it was a PITA ...PAINT IS DONE!!!!!!

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texanrebel82

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 8 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
pastornj: B) :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Good day on a Roadstar

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pastornj

In: Pics of My Ride, 11/5/2012, 56 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
billyangel: Great looking bike The Bobber

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billyangel

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 16 replies
Subject: Weekend project finished
Signguy: AIS removed and fuel pump relocated. Oh...and I painted it too. :woohoo:

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Signguy: Well I didn't get much sleep...or food for that matter.Weekend project finished

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Signguy

In: Technical Discussions, 5/20/2013, 4 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
getrighttoo: Ok thanks a lot guys much appreciatedStarting Issues

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getrighttoo

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 2 replies
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 ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
JakePaes: +1A Special Thanks to GNR10

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JakePaes

In: Bike Talk, 4/23/2011, 24 replies
Subject: Polishing Compound Recommendation?
About_Time: Morning all. After a recent crank case vent mod (thanks Erbman), I noticed what I would call more of a scuff than a scratch in the clearcoat of my fuel tank. I have the usual collection of waxes and ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Jonathan: see my previous posts for your recommendations. you'll be able to find scratch-x at Wal-Mart.Sorry ...Polishing Compound Recommendation?

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Jonathan

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Frickn whistle/ squeak still, pissed!
DropkickFace: Still got this son of a b$%*h squeak / whistle sound on every decel or off throttle. Check the belt, seems fine. Took off the lower belt guard (had a small rub spot) but no change. Sound is coming from ...

Latest reply, 5/20/2013
Vette468: hope its not your Front pulley nut comin loose..Frickn whistle/ squeak still, pissed!

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Vette468

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 3 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
Stocked: I just used a vacuum pump and pulled some new fluid through the front and back brakes this weekend ...Put new brake pads on

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Stocked

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 21 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 :blink: :blink: Thats whats wrong with ...Why are my pipes all blue under the heat shields

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Ashley

In: Bike Talk, 5/19/2013, 14 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
Signalman68: Sounds like a great idea to me! I bet the closing speed on them is something to see.Great Sunny Sunday in Indianapolis.

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Signalman68

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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Arps

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