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  1. No Ethanol in my Spyder!!!

    I usually burn Chevron's 94 octane in my 2014 RT because it has no ethanol and it just feels like it runs better? i've run a couple tanks of 91 from Superstore (also ethanol free) but who knows where...
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    Our first mods

    Just had these decals added to our '14 RT. Very pleased w/ the results.

    Bruce
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    2nd tankfull

    We got our 14RT 2 weeks ago and on the 2nd fill up we got 6.75l/100km or 34.8 mpg US. I'm very happy w/ that and it should only improve as the bike gets broken in. So much better than the 2010 RT-S....
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    we're in!!

    We've got a room booked in Mt Vernon for Sat night. we'll see y'all for breakfast!

    Cheers
    Bruce & Rose
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    July 20th weekend ride (BC/WA)

    On July 20th we'll leaving at Abbotsford Border Crossing at 7am. Breakfast in Bellingham at Bob's, Chuckanuck Drive, Ananacortes, Whidbey Island and across the ferry to Lynwood, then back to...
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    July 20th weekend ride

    On July 20th we'll be leaving at Abbotsford Border Crossing at 7am. Breakfast in Bellingham at Bob's Burgers and Brews on Holly St, then Chuckanuck Drive, Ananacortes, Whidbey Island and across the...
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    Oregon Coast Highway

    We're leaving Crescent City CA on Wed Aug 22nd and heading north up the OCH with 2 other spyders from up here. We're gonig to spend 2 days on the ride. We're figuring to ride about 4 - 5 hours per...
  8. Thread: Traded up!

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    first pics

    Here's the first pics of our new RT-S


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  9. Thread: Traded up!

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    Traded up!

    We finally took delivery on a 2010 premier edition RT-S yesterday (the BRP Rep's Demo). We traded in our 08 RS for it. We fell in love with the RT last summer when the dealer lent us their demo while...
  10. 11,000km plus ...and loving it!

    11,000km plus ...and loving it!
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    Me thinks they saw you coming, Bougie is french...

    Me thinks they saw you coming, Bougie is french for spark plug. Sorry to break the news to you.
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    I'll stick with 990. If it's 1000 the Gov't...

    I'll stick with 990. If it's 1000 the Gov't insurance want significantly more money. I'd like to keep their greedy mitts out of my pockets as much as possible!!
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    We'd also like to express our thanks to Joe for...

    We'd also like to express our thanks to Joe for organizing the ride. This was our first opportunity to ride in a Spyder group. The Washington Spyder riders are definitely a class group. Special...
  14. Thread: OYSTER RUN

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    The Red Rocket is out of the shop (still...

    The Red Rocket is out of the shop (still vibrating but that's another thread) so me & the Mrs will meet up with you at the Calico Cupboard. We're staying over Saturday night in Sedro Woolley so we...
  15. Thread: BRP issues

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    BRP issues

    My 08 RS has been in the shop for over 2 weeks now for a vibration issue. The tech/service manager at GVP is sure it's my rear tire. Ok no problem except we can't get one from BRP, they're on back...
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    I overheard a 14ish year old boy telling his mom...

    I overheard a 14ish year old boy telling his mom how cool the spyder looked, she told him, you can't have one you'd fall off!
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    dang!

    Due to a bad vibration and a backlog at the dealership we won't be able to join you on Sunday. Hopefully next year we'll make it down to do the ride.

    cheers and ride safe
    Bruce
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    08 RS Vibration

    I've developed a vibration it's at it's worst from 5k to5500 in the pegs and hand grips. In 20 min of riding my right hand is numb. we can replicate it in any gear. We've checked tires, bearings,...
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    We would love to join y'all on this ride but we...

    We would love to join y'all on this ride but we need a bit of help.

    Our plan is to ride Thursday through Sat around the state and meet up w/ you fine Spyder Ryders on Sunday morning. We...
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    Finally i get to chime in on this one!!! We...

    Finally i get to chime in on this one!!!

    We were in Point Roberts WA this past weekend and a woman outside the grocery store asked me if the wheels stay like that when i drive.

    cheers all and...
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    Is that the event at Base Chilliwack? Get in...

    Is that the event at Base Chilliwack?

    Get in touch w/ me before you leave. I'll get the other local riders out for coffee w/ you.

    cheers
    Bruce
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    There's an app for that!!

    Factory Recreation of Midland Ontario has an app for Iphone/Ipad for all Can Am products. There's several vids, all the catalogs and parts "fiche" (sorry i've been in parts for over 20 years and i...
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    sorry about that chief! yes we waved!

    sorry about that chief!

    yes we waved!
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    Yes Ken that was me & the Mrs out for a burn to...

    Yes Ken that was me & the Mrs out for a burn to Hope for lunch.I was wondering who it was we saw.
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    Chuckles for today

    I've seen a few discussions on "waving" so here's all the answers to why they don't!!!

    Top Ten Reasons Why Harley Riders Don't Wave Back

    10. Afraid it will invalidate warranty.
    9. Leather and...
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    I picked up 2 LED tail lights today from my local...

    I picked up 2 LED tail lights today from my local Lordco store. Part # is HIL-1157R. List cost is about $20.00/ea. Any Napa or auto parts store should be able to source these.

    Cheers
    Bruce
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    it's a long way for us being two rookie Spyder...

    it's a long way for us being two rookie Spyder Ryders to go but very very tempting!! Spyders in the Redwoods!! too funny

    Bruce :spyder:
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    BC Lower Mainland Ryders

    Anyone up for a ride this weekend? The weather for Saturday looks excellent Sunday not so much?

    Cheers
    Bruce
  29. Thread: Helmets

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    my 2 cents

    I'm surprised that no one has brought up Zox helmets. I bought a Nevado flip up last year when i got back into riding and i'll be adding the new Genessis helmet w/ the internal visor. Zox have done...
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    Question for the tall guys

    I bought an 08 Spyder last month and i'm looking for a highway winshield for it. I'd like to hear from the guys in the 6'4"ish crowd on their choices.

    thanks
    chilli
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