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Re:Just reading... 11 Months, 3 Weeks ago
Ahh... yes. The shift pedal shaft sheared off... [say that five times fast] I've heard of others having problems with the shaft due to lubrication issues.. or lack there of. I guess it needs to be serviced, but often gets overlooked.

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In: Rides, Meets, Events, 3/26/2013, 83 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 ...

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In: Jetting, 5/21/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Jetting using an AFR meter
EddieDe: I just finished installing my Innovate MTX-L Air Fuel meter. I calibrated it and now I am ready to start dialing in my carb. As I expected I was running way rich. At idle the with the enrichment off and ...

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smokescreens: I agree with you dave. At least 1 turn but 1.5 to 2.5 would be ideal.Jetting using an AFR meter

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Subject: Custom Dynamics - Great customer service!
PhatRJ: Just like we post when something goes wrong with a vendor, I think its important to post when things go right. The guys and gals at Custom ...

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Sparks500: I accidentally ordered the wrong LEDs for my front signals, and they were perfectly willing to take them ...Custom Dynamics - Great customer service!

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In: Technical Discussions, 5/21/2013, 5 replies
Subject: torq specs on rear shock assembly
tugboat: Putting on LA choppers lowering kit I need final torq specs for assembly can anyone help me out?

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
davej: I'm doing mine right now and my Tq setting is gonna be tight with a wrench on some of it and tight with ...torq specs on rear shock assembly

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In: Bolt Ons, 5/21/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Anybody Willing To Make FloorBoard Tech MOD ?
shane8813: Hey Guys!! I'm having trouble finding 3/8 flat steel locally as I live in a rural area and I've looked online and their prices are outrageous. I was wondering if anyone was willing to make me a set of ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Sparks500: How does this work with the shifter?Anybody Willing To Make FloorBoard Tech MOD ?

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 8 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, 5/21/2013
smokescreens: Jd your funny,lol. Its off a honda fury. Its a brand new unit and there is only one more on ebay ...this shock is interesting

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/21/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Ex wife
River: Tim decided to tie the knot with his long time girlfriend. One evening, after the honeymoon, he was assembling some loads for an upcoming hunt. His wife was standing there at the bench watching him. ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
shane8813: :woohoo:Ex wife

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In: Electrical/Electronics, 5/21/2013, 14 replies
Subject: Video of my new Kenwood Stereo!
JakePaes: I got my Reckless fairing a while ago now, at first I rode without any tunes for a about a month and installed an amp that allowed me to play my iPod/mp3 player or XM, but it just wasn't what I wante. ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Papaskispartan: Looks good and sounds great Jake! I have nothing but classic rock going. I am due for a new stereo, just ...Video of my new Kenwood Stereo!

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In: Body/Frame, 5/1/2013, 33 replies
Subject: RAIDER rear wheel swap
Dchopper73: The transformation has begun. Trying to fit in work on my bike while getting all the brackets orders done is CRAZY! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Anyway, here are a few pics. I didn't forget about you Jay, ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Signguy: If anyone has a line on a Raider front wheel PM me.RAIDER rear wheel swap

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Photobucket problem
Tmax: I wanted to change my sig photo I logged in to Photobucket I can see my photo of current sig photo but when I click the upload button it opens I click on browse pick my photo the file shows in the file ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Tmax: Thanks guys was using IE opened in Firefox and it worked.Photobucket problem

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any?
pastornj: Hey, all you converts to hard-bags, anyone have a decent set of used leather bags they would like to sell me? Apparently our old leather bags didn't weather the storm we went through here in Texas very ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Roadie_Shane: i to am looking for a set of plain jane leather bags. i do have the quick n easy bracket. not looking ...Used Leather Saddlebags - Got any?

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In: Bolt Ons, 5/21/2013, 12 replies
Subject: Windshield Filler - Stock?
dodadnules: I've got a thin filler of plexiglass that mounts on the stock windshield brackets and covers the area between the stock windshield and headlight housing. Does anybody know if this is a stock part? ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
jd750ace: I have ridden without it before, and in the rain is the only time I notice any real difference myself. ...Windshield Filler - Stock?

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/21/2013, 7 replies
Subject: Overheard on the Internet...
OldBob: Like everything in life, farts have a time and place. However, I never realized that in the wrong time and place, flatulence had enough power to alter my course in history. Well, it ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Chromeinator: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Overheard on the Internet...

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In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 5 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, 5/21/2013
Scooter76: I'm going & I'm excited :woohoo: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Bikes, Blues, & BBQ

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In: Introductions, 5/20/2013, 40 replies
Subject: Hello from Rhode Island!!
Supergm7: Lots of great stuff here. I've finally wanted to post and had to go "official" I just picked up my 2003 RS XV1600: 26,000 miles Paid $3400 took off the windshield oil change- Mobile1 20-50 syn ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
drkstr22: Hey its a small state Buddy....I think we all have it covered at this point lol. I prefer to ride ...Hello from Rhode Island!!

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In: Bike Talk, 5/21/2013, 17 replies
Subject: Decided to fix!!
Erbman02: Stopped by dealer to inquire about leaving bike for consignment, but a no go due to the miles, and after some thought and even if I sold the bike, it would still be a min. of 4, 5 grand out of pocket to ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Chromeinator: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Decided to fix!!

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Chromeinator

In: Bike Talk, 5/20/2013, 4 replies
Subject: V&H pro pipe carb setting
Sparks500: Just put on the pro pipe and now I could use some suggestions for the carb settings. When I got the bike, it had v&h long shots on it, and it has a jet kit. Which one i have no idea. I'm getting some popping ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Sparks500: Used, but they look new.V&H pro pipe carb setting

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In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/21/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Large Cycle & Auto Swap Meet Webster Florida
OU812: June 2nd.. Has anyone gone before.. trying to decide if i am going to make the trek down to webster.. http://www.cyclemeet.com/

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Rd2d57: Went about 6 months ago it's still 95% HD If you go make it early they start packing up by 1 or 2Large Cycle & Auto Swap Meet Webster Florida

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In: Jetting, 5/20/2013, 12 replies
Subject: Crash bars
Sparks500: I have a set of Barons crash bars on her now, but, they're getting kind of pitted. Not great chrome, I guess. They're well made otherwise. I'm looking at either replacing them or having them re-chromed ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Sparks500: Yes, but, would they scratch where the highway pegs fasten?Crash bars

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In: Rides, Meets, Events, 7/8/2012, 810 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, 5/21/2013
smokescreens: its looking better for me guys:woohoo: i just may make it regaurdless:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: if i ...2013 Spring M&G - Green Bay - June 7, 8 and 9

811 posts, last by:

smokescreens

In: Miscellaneous, 5/14/2013, 42 replies
Subject: Some of Warden's handy work...
Mr_Shamrock: Got some decals from Warden the other day. He does some really nice work!!!!! So nice I have another order already placed. Check out the nice RSC decal...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Warden: That's funny. Hell, I probably didn't spell it right when I made it. Sorry for the misshap. ...Some of Warden's handy work...

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Warden

In: Miscellaneous, 5/20/2013, 15 replies
Subject: Rain Gear and trip accessories
RoadiesRock05: I am taking a trip this weekend to Duluth, MN. I am leaving Wednesday and returning Monday. The forecast calls for rain :( Any opinions about what is the best rain gear to get for a good price? I would ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Tmax: I have the 2 piece TourMaster suit and the rain boot covers, I hate for my feet to be wet. The jacket ...Rain Gear and trip accessories

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Tmax

In: Bolt Ons, 5/21/2013, 9 replies
Subject: will harley risers work?
DropkickFace: Looking for straight risers (no pullback) aprox. 2-3" taller than stock. So somewhere around 4" center bar height Theres alot more options for Harley's , will they work? I understand the centers ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
smokescreens: Yes they will fit. I have street glide risers on mine right now. They take a 1/2" bolt and its a little ...will harley risers work?

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In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/19/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Ruidoso, NM Apencash Rally
EPRoadie: Just got back from the hills of NM, NE of El Paso for the Rally and got some pics if photobucket is online or being a pain in the a** as always: bear with me ! ;) Will post pics ASAP ! [img ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
blue_star: Nice pix and looks like a nice area too. B)Ruidoso, NM Apencash Rally

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In: Technical Discussions, 5/21/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Dunlop Elite III
Charlie Horse: How many of you folks are running Dunlop Elite III tires...I'm a little disappointed that the rear tire wear, at 8,000 miles is already at 4/32nd's. My last tire was the Michelin Commander (1) and got ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
blue_star: I did get pretty good mileage out of my Avons (blackwall). They were on the bike when I bought it so ...Dunlop Elite III

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In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/21/2013, 9 replies
Subject: 1k
TheSheepdog: Damn I finally got my 1000 posts. I wanted to thank everyone for the knowledge that freely flows here and many time parts that do the same. This is a great place to reside to learn about our bikes. Thanks ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
pastornj: Congrats!1k

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In: Jetting, 5/21/2013, 18 replies
Subject: Jet manufacturers
Roger7886: Is there an easy way to determine whether I'm using a mikuni or a DJ jet kit? The kit came with my hypercharger a few years ago and since I have a few weeks off from work, I'm gonna try and get the ol ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
Roger7886: Thats actually what i did. I have a 175 mikuni that I put in there, I knowyou said that was still big, ...Jet manufacturers

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/10/2013, 29 replies
Subject: A list of fallen riders?
Darn: As most know, we are going to set a stone at the motorcycle memorial in Door County June 8th for all of those who we have lost. Could we start a list here so we can read the names at the memorial? Please ...

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
02Yamaha: :( IE--My brother and fellow rider, Larrie Mack, stage three lung cancer October 2012 now riding the ...A list of fallen riders?

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In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 12 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, 5/21/2013
TX1602: I would pull the two rollers and clean them and grease the shafts. A loose belt will cause it to chirp.Front pulley inspection / belt help ..

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In: Bolt Ons, 5/21/2013, 1 reply
Subject: HONDA RISER?
ej6770: HELLO WAS JUST WONDERING IF ANYONE KNEW IF HONDA RISERS WOULD WORK FOR YAMAHA IVE GOT SOME RISERS THAT CAME OFF MY OLD BIKE AND WANTED TO KNOW IF THEY WOULD WORK ON NEW BIKE! THANKS :silly: :unsure: :huh:

Latest reply, 5/21/2013
blue_star: The hole for the riser bolt in the R* triple tree is 12mm. If the Honda risers are the same, it should ...HONDA RISER?

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