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In: Bolt Ons, 5/22/2013, 2 replies Subject: support Meitemark: Does anybody know where to get a longer support for the bike. When I raised the fork 4 inch and put Austin taxi tire I need longer support. ca. 3 to 4 inch longer Thanks Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Meitemark: Yes I mean a kickstand so maybe I try once more in the morning. Thank you for the nice word about the ...support 3 posts, last by: Meitemark In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 11 replies Subject: Well, there's your problem right there... Jonathan: :laugh: Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Jonathan: Actually, the squeak was the little metal retaining clip in the headlight can. I updated that thread ...Well, there's your problem right there... 12 posts, last by: Jonathan In: Tech Tips, 5/22/2013, 2 replies Subject: Oil Pump gear greenpus: I bought a yamaha high rpm oil pump gear. This information was included in the install directions and I thought I'd post just in case it helps someone determine if they already have the gear installed ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 129drifter: That is good information Looks like Yamaha built a couple thousand with the new style oil pump gear ...Oil Pump gear 3 posts, last by: 129drifter In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/22/2013, 4 replies Subject: Helpful Friends??? 68jmpr: My wife said "Fix that gutter downspout TODAY!" So I decided to invited the boys over and fix the downspout. One brought his welder, one brought some cutting tools, the others brought the beer. ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 twowheeltherapy: hahaha hahaha:laugh: :laugh:Helpful Friends??? 5 posts, last by: twowheeltherapy In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 18 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, 5/22/2013 jonesiejohn: Welcome From Findlay , OHIOHello from Ohio! 19 posts, last by: jonesiejohn In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 13 replies Subject: Afternoon funny! Blackroadie: Crazy! This guy needs an advanced training course. Or take his scooter away!:woohoo: :laugh: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQbU40U3PcU&feature=youtube_gdata_player Latest reply, 5/22/2013 25bagger: LOL:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Afternoon funny! 14 posts, last by: 25bagger In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 10 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, 5/22/2013 mar1ey: ah ha . ok :silly:this shock is interesting 11 posts, last by: mar1ey In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/21/2013, 16 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, 5/22/2013 Martorious: Jim, when are you gonna close the order?RSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER 17 posts, last by: Martorious In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/22/2013, 7 replies Subject: H-D Axle Adapters jd750ace: I have axle adapters available to begin shipping May 31. $60.00 shipped in the lower 48, payable at PayPal jd750ace@gmail.com I have 8 sets total, and 6 persons expressing intrest prior to this announcement. ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Strike 3: Thanks JD... Appreciate that and money has been sent. Let me know if you need any additional info! StrikeH-D Axle Adapters 8 posts, last by: Strike 3 In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 6 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, 5/22/2013 blue_star: That did come out nice. I can get a good one once in a while. Mostly just lucky I think. I've deleted ...I'm a terrible photographer 7 posts, last by: blue_star In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 3 replies Subject: Frenchman sets speed record on rocket bike fueled GNR10: Francois Gissy travels 163.4 mph on unused runway in France On an abandoned runway ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 GNR10: I like the backblast And how looked like his legs flailed like a ragdoll And the wobble :ohmy: ...Frenchman sets speed record on rocket bike fueled 4 posts, last by: GNR10 In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 9 replies Subject: Howdy Stevie: I've been a little busy, just dropped by say hey Hey Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Roger7886: The jackass has now turned into a smartass!! :DHowdy 10 posts, last by: Roger7886 In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 6 replies Subject: Great customer service still exsists! 1700cc: Guys, I bought some bad-ass accent lights for my bike from Joe Florida and have a part that quit working. One phone call and the man is sending me a replacement part free! No bs just GREAT customer service. ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 1700cc: http://ledaccentlights.net/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=589 Hope this works..Great customer service still exsists! 7 posts, last by: 1700cc In: Bolt Ons, 5/22/2013, 10 replies Subject: Floorboards....vs Pegs Vette468: Bought my scoot in 2006" told my Bud whos a Harley Mechanic that I wanted to take the Boards off and put pegs on... he told me .. dont do it.. he said you will like em on longer rides etc... I dont ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 25bagger: floorboards with pegs bolted on'em! just made a set from the tech article Monday, got my back rest in ...Floorboards....vs Pegs 11 posts, last by: 25bagger In: Pics of My Ride, 5/19/2013, 12 replies Subject: "caps" Meitemark: Where can I get caps for the fork? thanks Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Meitemark: I would prefer tins if I can get some. Thank you"caps" 13 posts, last by: Meitemark In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 4 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, 5/22/2013 Jonesie05: June 7 8 and 9. http://roadstarclinic.com/component/option,com_fireboard/Itemid,187/func,view/id,514558/catid,62/Room Available for M&G in GreenBay 5 posts, last by: Jonesie05 In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 9 replies Subject: eBay Dreamer... Warden: The ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Roger7886: Wow, thanks for that refresher guys! I had forgot what the AIS used to look like!!eBay Dreamer... 10 posts, last by: Roger7886 In: Technical Discussions, 5/22/2013, 8 replies Subject: Any video of a normal idle? DageonYar: Just wondering if anyone has a vid of a typical normal idle (900rpm'ish?). I pulled into work today, and a cowerker stopped over while I was parking. He asked how I could tell if it was actually running ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Erbman02: We'll make it simple. Never judge anything on a cold engine. I think too many have forgotten since ...Any video of a normal idle? 9 posts, last by: Erbman02 In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 5 replies Subject: Rinehart Ashley: Dont look like to bad a deal ? Did they really quit making these pipes ? Cant trust everything you read on craigslist :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: http://asheville.craigslist.org/mcy/3808207275.html [img ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Uno979: I may actually be pulling the trigger on these. He, the seller, responded to my questions with shipping ...Rinehart 6 posts, last by: Uno979 In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 3 replies Subject: Bent riser bolt ? SoCali Rider: Short explanation: I laid it down and bent my H/bar... Just noticed that my risers are not "square" bolt must be bent ? I need to leave the bars on until I can get a set ...just wondering if I should ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 SoCali Rider: Ditto rod hope your ok as well ! Thank you blue star...pic says it allBent riser bolt ? 4 posts, last by: SoCali Rider In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 24 replies Subject: Welcome from North Carolina whalj2: Hello to all. Lots of great stuff here. Not new to the Yamaha world but it's been awhile. This is the second Yamaha in the stable. My first is a 1970 Yamaha HS1-B that was my first street bike and ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 129drifter: :welcome: from Northwest FloridaWelcome from North Carolina 25 posts, last by: 129drifter In: Bolt Ons, 9/19/2012, 11 replies Subject: looking for windshield mounts yinzguys: anyone have OEM windshield mounts laying around that they want to unload? Latest reply, 5/22/2013 blue_star: They should, all the front ends are the same.looking for windshield mounts 12 posts, last by: blue_star In: Pics of My Ride, 5/22/2013, 2 replies Subject: Sig. pic. Meitemark: Must your sig. pic be approved and how long will it take? Just curious. Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Meitemark: yes thanks to CPORetiredSig. pic. 3 posts, last by: Meitemark In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 10 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, 5/22/2013 Big Dawg: Lucked out ! ! ! Hope you and thew wife enjoy the ride!! BDIf It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts) 11 posts, last by: Big Dawg In: Pics of My Ride, 6/27/2011, 69 replies Subject: Posting Pics Step By Step!!! CPORetired: I know alot of people are having trouble with the posting of pics so since I am bored to death today I thought I would try to help. First the programs I use are all available online and do NOT cost anything. ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Meitemark: Thank youPosting Pics Step By Step!!! 70 posts, last by: Meitemark In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 9 replies Subject: Getting to old for this Bryan76: So I made it down to my buddies house yesterday here in Fl and him and his girlfriend both ride crotch rockets, so we decide to go for a ride and now I'm sore as crap! I can't handle those bikes like I ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Vette468: You went from a " Couch" to a Bar Stool" ! :p they call Metric Cruisers Couchs cuz they are so ...Getting to old for this 10 posts, last by: Vette468 In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 27 replies Subject: shock replacement Txsroadie: I need to replace my rear shock and spring any recommendation would helpful,I read somewhere about roadwing shock.I weigh about 250# Latest reply, 5/22/2013 greenpus: How hard is the install for someone with less than average mechanical ability? i would ...shock replacement 28 posts, last by: greenpus In: Miscellaneous, 3/22/2013, 124 replies Subject: What is your favorite BEER? Questcap: Hey guys... tired of talking about motor oil, or which color R* is the fastest? What's your favorite BEER?:woohoo: My first choice has been Coors Original "Banquet" beer... the stuff in the gold ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 Erbman02: When I did drink, I enjoyed Strohs, and Killians Red. Couple weeks back when family was in, my sister ...What is your favorite BEER? 125 posts, last by: Erbman02 In: Maintenance, 5/22/2013, 10 replies Subject: Bolt stripped threads at exhaust port zeeman: Well I lost a fastener which holds the front exhaust on at the flange at the exhaust port. So I thought vibration, I lost it while riding or forgot to tighten, so I looked closer and noticed the bolt itself ... Latest reply, 5/22/2013 zeeman: I got the heli-coil because it's the only product available. I just finished drilling and taping, ...Bolt stripped threads at exhaust port 11 posts, last by: zeeman In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 11 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, 5/22/2013 Jonesie05: :welcome: from Central OhioChecking in from Boise 12 posts, last by: Jonesie05

New Forum Posts

In: Bolt Ons, 5/22/2013, 2 replies
Subject: support
Meitemark: Does anybody know where to get a longer support for the bike. When I raised the fork 4 inch and put Austin taxi tire I need longer support. ca. 3 to 4 inch longer Thanks

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Meitemark: Yes I mean a kickstand so maybe I try once more in the morning. Thank you for the nice word about the ...support

3 posts, last by:

Meitemark

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 11 replies
Subject: Well, there's your problem right there...
Jonathan: :laugh:

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Jonathan: Actually, the squeak was the little metal retaining clip in the headlight can. I updated that thread ...Well, there's your problem right there...

12 posts, last by:

Jonathan

In: Tech Tips, 5/22/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Oil Pump gear
greenpus: I bought a yamaha high rpm oil pump gear. This information was included in the install directions and I thought I'd post just in case it helps someone determine if they already have the gear installed ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
129drifter: That is good information Looks like Yamaha built a couple thousand with the new style oil pump gear ...Oil Pump gear

3 posts, last by:

129drifter

In: Non Motorcycle Topics, 5/22/2013, 4 replies
Subject: Helpful Friends???
68jmpr: My wife said "Fix that gutter downspout TODAY!" So I decided to invited the boys over and fix the downspout. One brought his welder, one brought some cutting tools, the others brought the beer. ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
twowheeltherapy: hahaha hahaha:laugh: :laugh:Helpful Friends???

5 posts, last by:

twowheeltherapy

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 18 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, 5/22/2013
jonesiejohn: Welcome From Findlay , OHIOHello from Ohio!

19 posts, last by:

jonesiejohn

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 13 replies
Subject: Afternoon funny!
Blackroadie: Crazy! This guy needs an advanced training course. Or take his scooter away!:woohoo: :laugh: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQbU40U3PcU&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
25bagger: LOL:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Afternoon funny!

14 posts, last by:

25bagger

In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 10 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, 5/22/2013
mar1ey: ah ha . ok :silly:this shock is interesting

11 posts, last by:

mar1ey

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/21/2013, 16 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, 5/22/2013
Martorious: Jim, when are you gonna close the order?RSC Mechanic's Shirts - FINAL REORDER

17 posts, last by:

Martorious

In: Vendors and Dealers, 5/22/2013, 7 replies
Subject: H-D Axle Adapters
jd750ace: I have axle adapters available to begin shipping May 31. $60.00 shipped in the lower 48, payable at PayPal jd750ace@gmail.com I have 8 sets total, and 6 persons expressing intrest prior to this announcement. ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Strike 3: Thanks JD... Appreciate that and money has been sent. Let me know if you need any additional info! StrikeH-D Axle Adapters

8 posts, last by:

Strike 3

In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 6 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, 5/22/2013
blue_star: That did come out nice. I can get a good one once in a while. Mostly just lucky I think. I've deleted ...I'm a terrible photographer

7 posts, last by:

blue_star

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Frenchman sets speed record on rocket bike fueled
GNR10: Francois Gissy travels 163.4 mph on unused runway in France On an abandoned runway ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
GNR10: I like the backblast And how looked like his legs flailed like a ragdoll And the wobble :ohmy: ...Frenchman sets speed record on rocket bike fueled

4 posts, last by:

GNR10

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Howdy
Stevie: I've been a little busy, just dropped by say hey Hey

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Roger7886: The jackass has now turned into a smartass!! :DHowdy

10 posts, last by:

Roger7886

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 6 replies
Subject: Great customer service still exsists!
1700cc: Guys, I bought some bad-ass accent lights for my bike from Joe Florida and have a part that quit working. One phone call and the man is sending me a replacement part free! No bs just GREAT customer service. ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
1700cc: http://ledaccentlights.net/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=589 Hope this works..Great customer service still exsists!

7 posts, last by:

1700cc

In: Bolt Ons, 5/22/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Floorboards....vs Pegs
Vette468: Bought my scoot in 2006" told my Bud whos a Harley Mechanic that I wanted to take the Boards off and put pegs on... he told me .. dont do it.. he said you will like em on longer rides etc... I dont ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
25bagger: floorboards with pegs bolted on'em! just made a set from the tech article Monday, got my back rest in ...Floorboards....vs Pegs

11 posts, last by:

25bagger

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/19/2013, 12 replies
Subject: "caps"
Meitemark: Where can I get caps for the fork? thanks

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Meitemark: I would prefer tins if I can get some. Thank you"caps"

13 posts, last by:

Meitemark

In: Rides, Meets, Events, 5/22/2013, 4 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, 5/22/2013
Jonesie05: June 7 8 and 9. http://roadstarclinic.com/component/option,com_fireboard/Itemid,187/func,view/id,514558/catid,62/Room Available for M&G in GreenBay

5 posts, last by:

Jonesie05

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 9 replies
Subject: eBay Dreamer...
Warden: The ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Roger7886: Wow, thanks for that refresher guys! I had forgot what the AIS used to look like!!eBay Dreamer...

10 posts, last by:

Roger7886

In: Technical Discussions, 5/22/2013, 8 replies
Subject: Any video of a normal idle?
DageonYar: Just wondering if anyone has a vid of a typical normal idle (900rpm'ish?). I pulled into work today, and a cowerker stopped over while I was parking. He asked how I could tell if it was actually running ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Erbman02: We'll make it simple. Never judge anything on a cold engine. I think too many have forgotten since ...Any video of a normal idle?

9 posts, last by:

Erbman02

In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 5 replies
Subject: Rinehart
Ashley: Dont look like to bad a deal ? Did they really quit making these pipes ? Cant trust everything you read on craigslist :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: http://asheville.craigslist.org/mcy/3808207275.html [img ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Uno979: I may actually be pulling the trigger on these. He, the seller, responded to my questions with shipping ...Rinehart

6 posts, last by:

Uno979

In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 3 replies
Subject: Bent riser bolt ?
SoCali Rider: Short explanation: I laid it down and bent my H/bar... Just noticed that my risers are not "square" bolt must be bent ? I need to leave the bars on until I can get a set ...just wondering if I should ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
SoCali Rider: Ditto rod hope your ok as well ! Thank you blue star...pic says it allBent riser bolt ?

4 posts, last by:

SoCali Rider

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 24 replies
Subject: Welcome from North Carolina
whalj2: Hello to all. Lots of great stuff here. Not new to the Yamaha world but it's been awhile. This is the second Yamaha in the stable. My first is a 1970 Yamaha HS1-B that was my first street bike and ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
129drifter: :welcome: from Northwest FloridaWelcome from North Carolina

25 posts, last by:

129drifter

In: Bolt Ons, 9/19/2012, 11 replies
Subject: looking for windshield mounts
yinzguys: anyone have OEM windshield mounts laying around that they want to unload?

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
blue_star: They should, all the front ends are the same.looking for windshield mounts

12 posts, last by:

blue_star

In: Pics of My Ride, 5/22/2013, 2 replies
Subject: Sig. pic.
Meitemark: Must your sig. pic be approved and how long will it take? Just curious.

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Meitemark: yes thanks to CPORetiredSig. pic.

3 posts, last by:

Meitemark

In: Miscellaneous, 5/22/2013, 10 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, 5/22/2013
Big Dawg: Lucked out ! ! ! Hope you and thew wife enjoy the ride!! BDIf It's Not One Thing, It's Another (Need Bolts)

11 posts, last by:

Big Dawg

In: Pics of My Ride, 6/27/2011, 69 replies
Subject: Posting Pics Step By Step!!!
CPORetired: I know alot of people are having trouble with the posting of pics so since I am bored to death today I thought I would try to help. First the programs I use are all available online and do NOT cost anything. ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Meitemark: Thank youPosting Pics Step By Step!!!

70 posts, last by:

Meitemark

In: Bike Talk, 5/22/2013, 9 replies
Subject: Getting to old for this
Bryan76: So I made it down to my buddies house yesterday here in Fl and him and his girlfriend both ride crotch rockets, so we decide to go for a ride and now I'm sore as crap! I can't handle those bikes like I ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Vette468: You went from a " Couch" to a Bar Stool" ! :p they call Metric Cruisers Couchs cuz they are so ...Getting to old for this

10 posts, last by:

Vette468

In: Miscellaneous, 5/21/2013, 27 replies
Subject: shock replacement
Txsroadie: I need to replace my rear shock and spring any recommendation would helpful,I read somewhere about roadwing shock.I weigh about 250#

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
greenpus: How hard is the install for someone with less than average mechanical ability? i would ...shock replacement

28 posts, last by:

greenpus

In: Miscellaneous, 3/22/2013, 124 replies
Subject: What is your favorite BEER?
Questcap: Hey guys... tired of talking about motor oil, or which color R* is the fastest? What's your favorite BEER?:woohoo: My first choice has been Coors Original "Banquet" beer... the stuff in the gold ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
Erbman02: When I did drink, I enjoyed Strohs, and Killians Red. Couple weeks back when family was in, my sister ...What is your favorite BEER?

125 posts, last by:

Erbman02

In: Maintenance, 5/22/2013, 10 replies
Subject: Bolt stripped threads at exhaust port
zeeman: Well I lost a fastener which holds the front exhaust on at the flange at the exhaust port. So I thought vibration, I lost it while riding or forgot to tighten, so I looked closer and noticed the bolt itself ...

Latest reply, 5/22/2013
zeeman: I got the heli-coil because it's the only product available. I just finished drilling and taping, ...Bolt stripped threads at exhaust port

11 posts, last by:

zeeman

In: Introductions, 5/22/2013, 11 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, 5/22/2013
Jonesie05: :welcome: from Central OhioChecking in from Boise

12 posts, last by:

Jonesie05

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