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    Those of you that have had a Spyder for a while know what a pain in the butt it is to check the air pressure, or put air in the rear tire. I have a Fix.

    I am sure others have done this, but I finally got around to it.

    Next time you replace your rear tire. Install a 90 degree valve stem. Have it installed at a slight angle (slightly turned). Installing it it this manner you can actually put air in your tire without using any profanity.

    Here are a couple picts. Its easier to see than explain.


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    What a simple solution to a truly stupid problem BRP made. Thanks!
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    Nice job, great pics, thank you for your effort.
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    Quote Originally Posted by tjfischer View Post
    Those of you that have had a Spyder for a while know what a pain in the butt it is to check the air pressure, or put air in the rear tire. I have a Fix.

    I am sure others have done this, but I finally got around to it.

    Next time you replace your rear tire. Install a 90 degree valve stem. Have it installed at a slight angle (slightly turned). Installing it it this manner you can actually put air in your tire without using any profanity.

    Here are a couple picts. Its easier to see than explain.

    GREAT simple solution. Timely as well. i am replacing my rear tire soon. I will definitely add this "Mod"

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    Thanks- I'll remember this if I ever change my back tire
    Currently I don't worry about it because my Spyder rydes on trailers
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    Now that just makes way too much sense. Thanks
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    I said it before and I'll say it again... That is a great idea!! One I shall remember fer sure.

    Speaking of pressures... I have moved up the pressures on all tires. Nothing drastic but enough to get a bit better spring rate from the side walls. So I am at 17/17/27 now. Cornering has improved as a result!

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