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In: Miscellaneous, 4/11/2013, 184 replies
Subject: The Clinic Guessing Game *Win a Prize*
Mr_Shamrock: I have an idea that might be fun. I am going to post a question and give everyone a week to guess the answer. The winner gets a prize in this case I am offering a chrome Kruzer Kaddy cup holder shipped ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
roadiemort: 16,484.02 miles and 3,600.00 bucksThe Clinic Guessing Game *Win a Prize*

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roadiemort

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 26 replies
Subject: Garage space -or- what would you trade the R* for?
PhatRJ: I would love one of these, only problem I have: Car = 18'9" Garage = 18'10" That's a half inch on both sides! ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
texasscott1: I had forgotten about the Calais. Didn't see many in my neck of the woods. Worked for Rodger Meier Cadillac ...Garage space -or- what would you trade the R* for?

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texasscott1

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 1 reply
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, 5/24/2013
davej: good luck in your search and you will never look back.:) Taking the Road Star plunge

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davej

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 6 replies
Subject: IN MISSOURI
armybronco: Hey All, Finally in MO and getting to the point where most of the boxes are unpacked and the better half has the new place looking somewhat normal. I am liking the feeling of more 'space' out here compared ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
OU812: i am sure itll beat the stop and go in the NC traffic.. enjoy the quiet time..IN MISSOURI

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OU812

In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 16 replies
Subject: OK Whats Next..
OU812: 2001 R* i have had since april. So Far i have replaced the windshield,Battery, added passenger footboards, added a luggage rack.. and my new RAP Roadwing is in the mail.. i am updating the brakes this ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
OU812: another 30 mins and i will be.. gorgeous weekend on Tap.. no rain in the forecastOK Whats Next..

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OU812

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Pretty Cool Camper for Bike
Ashley: http://charlotte.craigslist.org/mcy/3803200790.html

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
OU812: very cool.. i hadnt thought about that.. what a great idea.. get off the groundPretty Cool Camper for Bike

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OU812

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 843 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, 5/24/2013
Scooter76: Well, if I have to I won't turn down Captain Morgain or Bacardi Limon, or Maker's Mark, oh wait that's ...2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9

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Scooter76

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/23/2013, 26 replies
Subject: another Cody update
Cody: well guys this week was my last therapy session, I went to the doctors on my birthday and he said I was doing much better than most of his other patients it has been 4 months since my amputee, and he said ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
cyberwolf: My thoughts exactly. Good job and glad to hear your progress is better than expected.another Cody update

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cyberwolf

In: Maintenance, 5/24/2013, 1 reply
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, 5/24/2013
jd750ace: 3/16 is a considerable amount. I don't think anyone could say for sure if that would account entirely ...Alignment/tire wear: does 1/8 - 3/16" affect wear?

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jd750ace

In: Body/Frame, 5/18/2013, 37 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, 5/24/2013
Sawtooth: Can't wait to see this finished...although I absolutely love the look you started with too B)roadstar chop-west coast inspired

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Sawtooth

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 27 replies
Subject: Checking in from Boise
Sawtooth: Hi folks, I have been lurking a couple of weeks and decided to make it official. I just picked up a 2005 R* Midnight about 10 days ago and am still like a kid on Christmas morning. Most notable features ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
Sawtooth: That's what road trips are for! :) I just need an excuse.Checking in from Boise

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Sawtooth

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 22 replies
Subject: eBay Dreamer...
Warden: The ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
FatJay: Maybe he's a really slow worker?eBay Dreamer...

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FatJay

In: Technical Discussions, 5/24/2013, 20 replies
Subject: So who's coming to remove my AIS
FASHER:

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
FASHER: So who's coming to remove my AIS

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FASHER

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 11 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, 5/24/2013
XtremeIN: I think I have things worked so I can make it. If I can are the RSC people meeting somewhere for the ...Bikes, Blues, & BBQ

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XtremeIN

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Craiglist Finds
OU812: He is a new project for someone.. http://panamacity.craigslist.org/mcy/3815931100.html

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
GreenMachine: Yeah,...but it's green:laugh: :P :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: You're just green with envy.:P Although ...Craiglist Finds

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GreenMachine

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 11 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, 5/24/2013
Ashley: And MORE MODS :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Carb cough and backfire

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Ashley

In: Tech Tips, 5/24/2013
Subject: Staging- help/opinion W/Pic
Supergm7: Ladies & Gents I believe the PO completed the stage 1 mod but want to know if I should go further. 2003 R* 1600 Stock exhaust. as You can see, some pretty good work opening the cone up. The Bike ...
Staging- help/opinion W/Pic

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Supergm7

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 39 replies
Subject: Hello from Ohio!
scionreality: Hi Everyone, I just bought my bone stock (as far as I know atm)'05 Road Star 5 days ago, and I'm pretty darn happy with it so far. I found this site while looking for -among less important things- information ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
OU812: :welcome: From Panama City Beach FloridaHello from Ohio!

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OU812

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 19 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, 5/24/2013
chico: Hey Darn,so far its a go with the lil lady!! So all I would need is ur address! And she's cool with ...Room Available for M&G in GreenBay

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chico

In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 1 reply
Subject: rim fitment?
texanrebel82: if I remember right the stratoliner front wheel is a direct bolt on? found one for a good price with free shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-Stratoliner-Roadliner-Front-Rim-/151049653948?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item232b42cebc&vxp=mtr

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
blue_star: Yep, it's a bolt on. You can use your spacers and brake rotors.rim fitment?

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blue_star

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Saddlemen Sissy Bar Bag???
dodadnules: Looking at sissy bar bags for the roadie. I have hard bags but, need extra space for my gal's stuff on weekend trips. Any advise for a good occasional sissy bar bag? I've done some research online ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
dodadnules: Thanks to all. I almost went with the BR3400 because of the extra room but, I figure with the hard ...Saddlemen Sissy Bar Bag???

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dodadnules

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/24/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Guy gets KNOCKED OUT after kicking some guys kid
FatJay: I couldn't believe this when I first saw it Guy kicks the kid and the kids father just lays him out. I'd have done ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
smokescreens: fake or not i would react the same way. my wifes aunt has a boyfriend who grabed my son by the neck (says ...Guy gets KNOCKED OUT after kicking some guys kid

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smokescreens

In: Introductions, 5/24/2013, 11 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, 5/24/2013
texanrebel82: :welcome: from Houston Texas 330 miles north of youSouth Texas

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texanrebel82

In: Bolt Ons, 5/24/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Grip Removal?
dodadnules: I want to remove my left grip to install a matching bar weight. They are aftermarket grips. Kuryakyn ISO I believe. I've never installed or removed a grip. The left grip already "creeps" a 1/4" or ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
Arps: Im in Middlebury IN, straight shot south of Kzoo. Im riding to Ann Arbor tomorrow with my dad, should ...Grip Removal?

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Arps

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 8 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, 5/24/2013
Curt: BUMPMemorial Day Weekend Rides in Texas?

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Curt

In: Bolt Ons, 5/21/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Kuryakyn Cruise Control
dodadnules: Has anyone installed the Kuryakyn mechanical cruise grip end? I bought the cruise and the matching grip end for the left side. I need to install them. I have Kuryakyn ISO grips so, it would seem they ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
dodadnules: I have an '05 with stock bars. In the Kury instructions, they say if you have stock grips, you have ...Kuryakyn Cruise Control

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dodadnules

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 9 replies
Subject: I sold it
huskerbob: I have been considering selling Roadie over pass year due to back problems .Well Monday I took her out after 50 mile ride could not stand up strait Tuesday .I was offer a fair price THURSDAY''' and sold ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
FatJay: Sorry to hear. A guy I work with road a roadking all his life, but his back started acting up. He'd go ...I sold it

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FatJay

In: Electrical/Electronics, 5/24/2013, 1 reply
Subject: Wiring Diagrams for 1999-2013 Roadstar
gfolkert: Hey, just so you all know. I've finally gotten a hold of 2008-2013 wiring diagrams and the 2008-2013 service manual (LIT-11616-21-68). The Service Manual is not in a good digital format, but I do have ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
blue_star: I don't see an 08-13 wiring diagram in there. :huh:Wiring Diagrams for 1999-2013 Roadstar

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blue_star

In: Bike Talk, 5/24/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Indian Repro Fiberglass Fenders on a Road Star
jimlitch: Has anyone put front and rear Indian reproduction fiberglass fenders on their Road Star? I have seen a You Tube video where a guy did it to his Honda but nothing for Yamaha's. Biggest problem in this ...

Latest reply, 5/24/2013
FatJay: Those are damned fine bikes.Indian Repro Fiberglass Fenders on a Road Star

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FatJay

In: Miscellaneous, 5/23/2013, 8 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, 5/24/2013
Boatmark: I use a free app on my droid called WeatherBug. It rocks.:woohoo:radarscope app for i-phones, smartphones

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Boatmark

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