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Just got my Spyder today! Sure feels different than regular cycle! Lots more power than I've ever had. I think I'm going to like this bike! I'm a bit fuzzy on shifting but I can feel the engine and hear the sound of it when it seems to be time to upshift. Is it okay if I let the bike downshift?
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Shifting
I am assuming you have the SE5 transmission. It is just fine for it to down shift automatically. It is supposed to do that or you can down shift it yourself. When shifting up let the RPM get up to 4,000 to 5,000+ RPM before shifting, depending on the terrain. There is no need to roll the throttle. Just hit the + shift lever. You will eventually get a feel of when to shift without looking at the RPMs. Don't worry about getting into 5th gear until you are running at about 65 MPH in 4th.
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Congrats on the new toy. It is ok to let it down shift by itself. The spyder likes the RPMs so run it out a little before you shift.
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on the purchase of your Spyder. Ride Safe & Long!
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welcome to da club
Originally Posted by Cindi
Just got my Spyder today! Sure feels different than regular cycle! Lots more power than I've ever had. I think I'm going to like this bike! I'm a bit fuzzy on shifting but I can feel the engine and hear the sound of it when it seems to be time to upshift. Is it okay if I let the bike downshift?
granpa's sled in the pic enjoy have fun and be safe the difference between good and great is time in the seat know it like the back of your hand and you will be a jedi master good luck and congrats
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Congrats..!!
Welcome to the wonderful world of reverse triking. Your going to love it and here is were you will find a wealth of information answers and some stupidity...enjoy the ryde be safe and don't be afraid to ask about just about anything here...
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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Welcome to the SpyderHood!
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You'll be getting more comfy with the Spyder in no time! Looking forward to meeting at Spyderfest!
Now we just need some more days like the last two...in the 70's and above....supposed to be back in the 40's again today, and another chance of rain and snow tomorrow!
Ryde Safe, and holler if you get up this way!!
Pete & Janet(SpyderRocks)
Our 'Tardis' 2011 RT SE5 A/C Orbital Blue & 622 Trailer
HMT Brake Lt, KewlMetal Hwy Brkts, Corbin Seat w/heat & backrest, Custom Dynamics Fender Tips & Mudflap LEDs, Gorilla Alarm, Stebel Horn, Xenon Depot HID Kit, SpyderPOPS Radiator block & BumpSkid, RumblingPride TCM flag mts, Elkas, BRP Fogs, Garmin 665, Alaskan Leather ButtPads, Gremlin Bell, GripBuddies, his/her htd gear power jacks, KewlMetal Perf Air Intake, BajaRon plugs/wires & Anti-Sway Bar, Baker Belt Stabilizer, Baker Mug.
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On so another one gets hooked! The numbers just keep increasing! How cool is that?
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Welcome to Spyderlovers. Wishing you many miles and smiles ahead !!
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Originally Posted by Cindi
Just got my Spyder today! Sure feels different than regular cycle! Lots more power than I've ever had. I think I'm going to like this bike! I'm a bit fuzzy on shifting but I can feel the engine and hear the sound of it when it seems to be time to upshift. Is it okay if I let the bike downshift?
Welcome to the fun, I assume as close as you are to Ozark you'll be at SpyderFest?
I'm a long long time 2 wheel guy with <600 miles on my spyder so I can relate. As everyone says keep the RPM up and shift at about 5k. A couple of things I noticed is try to avoid shifting in a curve and if going up a hill manually down shift. Keep the RPM above 3200 in any gear above 1st so the auto clutch is locked. Coming to a stop just let it down shift. Don't put your feet down at the stop light.
Check the air in the front tires! Most folks seem to like the front tires in the upper range of the pressure limit. I prefer 19 or so psig. Mine came with 13psig in the front tires and it was not a good thing. If your riding 2 up set the front shock spring preload on 4.
John
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and on your new ...............you still have time to make plans on comming to Spyderfest, hope to see you their!
Spyder: 2011 RT Limited w/ RT-622 trailer
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Congrats on the new Spyder. You will truly enjoy the three wheel experience! Ride often and be safe.
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Welcome to the "More Smiles Per Mile Party"
Cruzr joe
2018 F3 Limited, BRP Driver Backrest, Spyderpops Lighted Bump Skid, Dual Spyclops Light, Mirror Turn Signals, Laser Alignment, Engine LEDs, Fog Lights With Halo's, Cushion Handgrips, BRT LEDs, and Under Lighting, Lamonster IPS, (with Clock), F4 25" Vented Windshield with Wings, Airhawk "R" Cushions. Position 4 Brake setting, Short reach Handlebars, Dash Mounted Voltmeter and 12 Volt Plug. Set of 3rd pegs. Extended Passenger Seat. Exterior BRP Connect setup, Ultimate Trailer
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Congratulations!
Definitely a different rYde!
i just installed some "Web Boards" and it rYdes much better!
Enjoy the !!! and rYde SAFE!
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