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    << the machanics don't like to work on the spyders because there is too much plastic.>>

    I found this interesting. Each of the three dealers I have used in the 3 1/2 years since buying my RT had...
  2. Thread: Can Am Oil

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    If you would like further info at to the legal...

    If you would like further info at to the legal aspects on this situation google the "Magnuson Act," named after the US Senator who authored the legislation years ago. As already stated, it is...
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    For me the choice largely came down to money. ...

    For me the choice largely came down to money. When I bought my 2010 I was quoted an extra $2K for the SE and decided that for that price, after 40+ years of shifting motorcycles with my foot, I...
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    This happened to me once after changing the oil...

    This happened to me once after changing the oil and filter on my 2010 SM5. Turned out I had installed the oil filter backward. No one else is likely to be that dumb :o) but I thought I would still...
  5. Thread: shocks

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    I've had Works Performance shocks on my 2010 RT...

    I've had Works Performance shocks on my 2010 RT since shortly after I bought it in Jan., 2011. They are an excellent product and certainly made a large difference in handling. I did have some...
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    As always, and excellent answer from Scotty. The...

    As always, and excellent answer from Scotty. The only thing I would add is that I have found that checking my Spyders oil level can yield somewhat inconsistent results even though I scrupulously...
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    Sorry, I've never weighted my Spyder, either...

    Sorry, I've never weighted my Spyder, either front - rear or its total weight. It is quite obvious there is a substantial front weight bias.

    Just curious, why is this of interest to you? It...
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    I would not describe the front grips on my 2010...

    I would not describe the front grips on my 2010 RT as getting too warm but they do get quite warm, warm enough for most any ambient temp. As you describe, the passenger grips are much less warm, not...
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    Competition Accessories sells Kevlar reinforced...

    Competition Accessories sells Kevlar reinforced riding jeans that are quite roomy and offer more protection than regular jeans. They are sized large - my 34s are more like 36-37.

    My solution to...
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    In my area Valvoline 4T 10-40 full synthetic...

    In my area Valvoline 4T 10-40 full synthetic motorcycle oil is consistently available at Walmart and Autozone stores. It's an excellent oil and very suitable for Spyders.

    Mike
    Idaho...
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    Bloviating - An Insult???

    Bad Dog6 wrote:

    <<If this doesn't answer your question, I give up. I personally don't care what oil you use, I just hate to see all this bloviating.>>

    Being completely unfamiliar with the...
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    BajaRon wrote:

    BajaRon wrote:

    <<If you have your oil tested they will list the contaminate levels along with fuel dilution and the various lubricating (or lack thereof) properties such as viscosity, shear...
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    Extended Drain Intervals, Good or Bad?

    <<People can do as they like. However, IMHO extending drain intervals on a vehicle under warranty is not a good idea.>>

    OldCowboy, this old non-cowboy fully agrees with you. I go even one step...
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    Valvoline synthetic motorcycle oil "Meets or...

    Valvoline synthetic motorcycle oil "Meets or Exceeds API SF/SG/SJ, Meets or Exceeds JASO MA2" (quoting from Valvoline's website).

    Ron, you refer to Amzoil being a "true synthetic motor oil" and...
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    In 45 years of riding I've only experienced one...

    In 45 years of riding I've only experienced one blowout, that being on a two wheeler and it was terrifying, although I luckily didn't go down and no ill effects resulted. Because of that I've often...
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    I use Valvoline 4T 10W-40 full synthetic...

    I use Valvoline 4T 10W-40 full synthetic motorcycle specific oil which is widely available such as at Walmart, Autozone, etc. at $8-9 per quart.

    Mike
    Idaho
    www.rtwrider.net
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    I have a 2010 RT and changed the original tire at...

    I have a 2010 RT and changed the original tire at 5500 miles, although this was somewhat premature because I was leaving on a long trip and didn't want to bother with a change mid-trip. I might have...
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    I think what BRP is saying, although very poorly...

    I think what BRP is saying, although very poorly (french - english translation?), is that the rider may wish to increase engine speed somewhat when turning off the cruise control so that an abrupt...
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    Valvoline 4T 10w-40 full synthetic motorcycle...

    Valvoline 4T 10w-40 full synthetic motorcycle specific oil made for wet clutch motorcycles like our Spyders. I use this full time in my RT and don't carry any, even on long tours because: 1) My...
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    2010 RT (manufactured early in that first model...

    2010 RT (manufactured early in that first model year according to the serial number)
    14,000 miles

    All replaced under warranty in first year:
    Rear Shock
    Throttle Body
    Exhaust Pipe (broke at...
  21. Thanks to Ron and everyone else. It appears I...

    Thanks to Ron and everyone else. It appears I had best dig into the piggy bank and get Ron's sway bar. I do have about 15K miles on the present setup with no adverse consequences to this point, but...
  22. My photos and Lamonts appear to be shot with...

    My photos and Lamonts appear to be shot with different orientation and that may be causing some mis-impressions (or perhaps not).

    Mine are shot side to side. That is, the camera is pointing...
  23. For Baja Ron: Evoluzione Sway Bar & Heim Links Question

    Ron, some time ago you suggested that anyone with an Evoluzione sway bar (no longer made) check to see if the Heim links were in contact with the A-arm and expressed concern that Heim link damage...
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    Thanks Scotty. As always, your encyclopedic...

    Thanks Scotty. As always, your encyclopedic knowledge of these machines is very helpful.

    Mike
    Idaho
    www.rtwrider.net
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    Thanks for the picture. That certainly is very...

    Thanks for the picture. That certainly is very different than what I experienced with my 2010.

    Chris, when you said "exactly the same thing" happened to your 2010 did you mean a cracked head pipe...
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    If the system you describe works for you, great,...

    If the system you describe works for you, great, keep using it. However, I routinely steer using both pushing and pulling at the same time and it works best for me. The main thing is to use a light...
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    I've considered replacing the rear shock (I...

    I've considered replacing the rear shock (I replaced the fronts only) on my 2010 RT with an aftermarket shock but never have, and have not in the past looked in detail at how the rear suspension is...
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    The pipe breaking at the first weld was fairly...

    The pipe breaking at the first weld was fairly common in the 2010 Rts (mine broke completely in two) but I've only heard of one in the later years. Yours is obviously a different situation and the...
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    When I bought the Formosa cover shortly after I...

    When I bought the Formosa cover shortly after I bought my 2010 RT they did not make a cover specifically for the RT and I simply bought the largest one they made. I had not realized that Formosa now...
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    Yes, I have a Formosa cover for my 2010 RT. It...

    Yes, I have a Formosa cover for my 2010 RT. It works well but of course does not cover both of the front wheels. Otherwise it fits nicely, although not as snugly as a cover designed specifically...
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