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Hi, my name is Ed but go by 2paw on this and other forums. This is my first post, but I have been lurking for awhile researching my recent purchase. I picked up up my new 2012 RT-S SE5 last Saturday. I have already learned one important lesson, don't believe the gas gage. It was reading in the empty range so I stopped to fill up and because it has a 6 gal tank I was a little suprized that I even needed gas because the dealer filled it up. You would think that an almost empty 6 gal tank would not start to run over after you had put just over 4 gal in it.
I don't have any farkles yet, but I did order an IPS and some spider decals from Lamont. I still getting used to riding the spyder, it is much different that the 2 wheeled bikes I've had in the past, but I'll get it.
So anyway Hello and I know I'm going to enjoy my new machine and this forum.
Ed
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Name: Eric Heims
Red 2016 RTS, Diamond R Armrests, Ram X Mount, Doc Humphreys Dampener, BajaRon Swaybar, Spyderpops "Critter Splitter"
"It is the common fate of the indolent to see their rights become a prey to the active. The condition upon which God hath given liberty to man is eternal vigilance; which condition if he break, servitude is at once the consequence of his crime and the punishment of his guilt." John Philpot Curran 1790
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Glad to have you aboard. This is a great place and you will get alot from it. Superbly managed and super informative and recently getting comical. Just call it the answer place.  on the new spyder..
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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The tank holds 6.0 usable gallons, but the low fuel light comes on with about 1.5 left in the tank. You really were near that. If you actually did overflow the tank, you have additional problems. First, your nozzle's automatic shut-off is not working...or you tried to trick it. Second, you likely overflowed gas into the emissions canister and ruined it. The EPA won't like you, and you may get a gas odor when parked (or riding), as well as having a possible fire hazard. The best way to fill a Spyder is to insert the nozzle just into the no-lead ring, then fill slowly, especially near the top, until fuel just starts to spit out the vent slots. If you try to top it off, be sure to stop the second time it spits back. You will see some air space below the ring. That is necessary head space in the 6.6 gallon tank. It is supposed to be there.
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Welcome to the family, Ed! Enjoy
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You’re right. You have a lot to learn but I am sure you will be studying every chance you get. You got a nice model and you’re going to love it. Spend a bunch of time on the SL site and welcome aboard.
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Welcome Texas Spyder Ryder. Maybe will see you somewhere in Texas. 
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Welcome to the party! Come ride with us. SpyderRydersofNorthTexas.com
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2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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WELCOME to SPYDERLAND
Your in good company, with all the TEXAS riders, and think about SPYDERFEST 4, a lot will be going from TEXAS.......AWSOME PEOPLE.
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to our home on the web and on you new  . Give some thought to comming to Spyderfest in April. You could ryde up with the Texas group.
Spyder: 2011 RT Limited w/ RT-622 trailer
Mods: ESI Brightsides, RT Rear Brightsides, HMT Brake Light, Scuff Guards, Utopia Backrest, Chrome, and more Chrome, Pearl White Rear View Mirrors, Rear Fender, and Dashboard, Black Rear Wheel and Belt Assy, SpyderPops Heat Shields & Bump Skid, Elka Stage 1+ Shocks, 2012 SF Graphics, Silver Carbonfiber Dash, Corbin Arm Rests, Baker A.W., BRP Vented WindShield. BR's Sway Bar, Tricled White Halo Lights, BadBoy Air Horn, Spyder Legs Floor Boards
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If you haven't already, THINK about coming to Spyderfest.
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Welcome from another Texas Spyder Ryder
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Welcome aboard! This is a great community and I'm sure you'll like it here.
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Most fuel gauges are not very accurate. Figure 30 mpg and set your odometer. When you ge to 125 or so, gas up and check your mileage over several fills...then go by your odometer. I do not look at my gas gauge very often....just my odometer....it works for me....
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Hiya Ed! Welcome to the best site in the Universe for all things relating to Can Am Spyders!
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Now if you are looking for FARKLES and want to have some of the greatest times of your life, please consider SPYDERFEST 2013 in Ozark, MO. You will not be sorry as this is the largest gathering of Spyders and riders. Check out the threads..... we have sooooo much planned and the vendors will be out of site
. You will not be disappointed with Spyderfest and what better place to meet and great and get all those farkles.
The weather has been good enough here that I have been able to ride quite a bit.