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Re:08 Roadstar 10 Months, 3 Weeks ago  
Well, haven't checked the parts catalog, but with no issues, I ain't gonna mess with success!
 
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Re:08 Roadstar 10 Months, 3 Weeks ago  
joe q wrote:
Be careful though ,try and get the oil level halfway up the dip stick.too high and your valve covers will start leaking and you will get oil in your airbox.I saw this firsthand.

Just add 4 qts and forget it the dipstick is useless
 
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Re:08 Roadstar 10 Months, 3 Weeks ago  
Tug wrote:


Just add 4 qts and forget it the dipstick is useless

Think with your dipstick, Jimmy!!!
 
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