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  1. RV campers here, too. Interested in attending. ...

    RV campers here, too. Interested in attending. Please let us know if you get
    a discount and at which campground.

    Thanks, John
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    Thanks so much. Very elegant solution. I had...

    Thanks so much. Very elegant solution. I had done a search before starting this thread, but didn't find your entries.
    I'll certainly try your solution next time around!

    Thanks, John
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    Well, thanks for your replies. At least I know...

    Well, thanks for your replies. At least I know I'm not alone!

    John
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    BTW, Spyder is 2014 RTS SE6.

    BTW, Spyder is 2014 RTS SE6.
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    Rear Axle Torquing

    Have been trying to align and tension the drive belt after replacing rear tire. Very frustrating experience, because as soon as I start to torque the axle nut, the adjustment seems to change.
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    Had one for about six months now. Like it very...

    Had one for about six months now. Like it very much. Price is quite a hurdle, but turns out to be worth it. I've got a real bony butt, and this eases it considerably.

    Good luck, John
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    I just installed a Kumho Solus on the rear. ...

    I just installed a Kumho Solus on the rear. Pulled wheel myself and took to local auto repair. He charged me all of $10 to mount! Couldn't balance as center hole too small for his machine. He...
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    Jusr used the video'd technique on mine. Put on...

    Jusr used the video'd technique on mine. Put on a new Kumho Solus. Everything worked well, but lossening the fasteners was the toughest part for me. Whatever thread locker they used was a bear! ...
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    Just to put some closure on this topic, after all...

    Just to put some closure on this topic, after all your valuable feedback and a lot of thought,
    I think I will reuse an old TourMaster tank bag I've had for 20 years. It's magnetic mount,
    but with...
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    I use that technique regularly, but it will not...

    I use that technique regularly, but it will not work on the National Park Service map of the Trace.

    Thanks, John
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    Chupaca, is yours mounted on an RT? If not,...

    Chupaca, is yours mounted on an RT? If not, could you speculate on mounting one on an RT?

    Thanks, John
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    Quick search on Nelson Rigg site says that bag...

    Quick search on Nelson Rigg site says that bag will not fit RT. Can Am bag is for RS only. Hopnel bag too small to display a map.
    Keep the ideas coming, folks.

    Thanks, John
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    Thanks for your help, folks. Got some work to...

    Thanks for your help, folks. Got some work to do.... One of those should work.

    Thanks, John
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    Recently installed a pair of Kumho Ecstas. Like...

    Recently installed a pair of Kumho Ecstas. Like the look, ride, overall feel. Too new to evaluate mileage. From limited experience, I'd recommend them.

    John
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    Tank bag/Map holder

    Starting to plan a trip on my 2014 RTS SE6 - full length of the Natchez Trace Parkway. NPS has a wonderful map, which I would like to display on the top of my tank. Anyone found a good tank bag...
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    Andy, my spyder is a 2014 RTS SE6. John

    Andy, my spyder is a 2014 RTS SE6.

    John
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    Kumho Front Tire

    Thought I'd share my recent experience. Was on the Blue Ridge Parkway for a nice
    Sunday ride, when I noticed the right front was a little low. After examination, felt
    I could limp home. Wrong! ...
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    Suggest you look at Aerostich, triangular neck...

    Suggest you look at Aerostich, triangular neck warmer. Forget the accurate name. Have several, work a treat.

    John
  19. I attended and agree with all of Greg's points. ...

    I attended and agree with all of Greg's points. Except, I had a great time! Gorgeous weather, beautiful part of the country, nice folks and lots of Spyders. Most of my riding was solo, after Larry...
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    Thank you! John

    Thank you!

    John
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    I broke one, also. Anyone know the part number...

    I broke one, also. Anyone know the part number for a replacement?

    Thanks, John
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    I recently purchased a 2014 RTS with about 400...

    I recently purchased a 2014 RTS with about 400 miles. I'd recommend you get the extended warranty plus request the dealer do the first service. Not many miles, but it's been around awhile...
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    I use same products I use on auto paint: meguiers...

    I use same products I use on auto paint: meguiers quick detail for small cleanups and techwax for the full treatment. I'm sure the paint on these panels is the same used on modern autos, base and...
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    Very similar delivery experience here. Spyder...

    Very similar delivery experience here. Spyder was filthy, negotiated service not performed, and expired state inspection sticker. Salesman was "out". Cash deal, 3 1/2 hours!

    Reported on survey,...
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    The only adjustment possible is toe in/toe out. ...

    The only adjustment possible is toe in/toe out. Camber, caster not adjustable. Hope this helps.

    John
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    The Rest of the Story.....

    Took advantage of a beautiful day here in SW VA to ride down to the next nearest CanAm dealer, Honda/CanAm of Winston Salem, NC. A VERY helpful service rep not only told me what they charge for...
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    Craig, it had ocurred to me to contact them. I...

    Craig, it had ocurred to me to contact them. I just sent off a lengthy documentation of my 3 bad experiences to the GM of the dealer. Would love to send a copy to BRP. Do you have any contact info...
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    JayBros - thanks for the suggestion. That was my...

    JayBros - thanks for the suggestion. That was my next choice, and is about a 200 mile RT for me. Now that I have the break-in service and alignment completed, and can perform my own oil changes,...
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    Thanks for all the feedback. You all have...

    Thanks for all the feedback. You all have confirmed my worst suspicions! New dealer, for sure.
    This one was 45 miles away, next nearest is 85. But I guess that's still closer than many I see
    on...
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    Frustrating Service Experience

    Fairly new Spyder owner here. 2014 RTS SE6. Took it in today for first service , less oil/filter which I had done myself,and laser align (promised by sales manager after frustrating delivery...
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