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Just installed a Wompus Rack on my 2005 RSTD, with no installation issue at all except dealing with a single rusted bolt to remove the original Yamaha backrest assembly. However, as special note for Canadians who order anything from the United States and have it shipped into Canada. Be prepared to have the shipment delayed while the parcel is in Canadian Customs for inspection and then for the calculation of HST which will be payable by you. This is one of the down-sides of living in "The Great White North".

Did you research other manufacturers of racks other than Wompus? Were you able to save the original Yamaha mounting hardware on the bike or did you have to convert to Wompus system? I'm interested in converting the rear rack back to the Yamaha quick disconnect when the time comes to sell the bike. Thanks for everyone's replies.

Since I'm the one who originally started this thread, I guess I better share as to how the cruise control issue was settled. Since I'm a "newbie" to motorcycle riding I didn't dare to attempt anything mechanical on my own so I took my RSTD to the shop where it was found that a cracked vacuum actuator was the initial culprit. Once replaced the cruise control continued to not set, even when riding at the manufacturer's recommended speed of 50+ in 5th gear. Further investigation found that the engine was lacking insufficient power to feed the vacuum actuator. Subsequently all four carb float heights were adjusted following the replacement of 4 needle valve sets. Once out of the shop, the difference on the road was very noticeable and the cruise control works like a "charm". I hope my experience benefits other 2005 RSTD owners.

I bought a 2005 RSTD a couple of weeks ago and it has exactly the same cruise control symptoms that you've given. Have you been able to resolve this issue? If so, what magical touch did you use?