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    megagame - any update. Have been following and...

    megagame - any update. Have been following and enjoy what you are doing. May need to do some upgrades to my Spyder down the road, but my '85 Gold Wing Limited Edition FI model ECU replacement...
  2. Have to say that the OEM shocks are not crap,...

    Have to say that the OEM shocks are not crap, just a price point that is beneficial to the OEM and owner. The shocks on the Spyder are a compromise in performance, ride quality. Cars are the same,...
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    It has been mentioned that any good oil that is...

    It has been mentioned that any good oil that is for a wet clutch application and correct weight is good. Budget and personal preference play into this. If you look at various brands in stores, only...
  4. My thoughts are yes, air bag required. Have the...

    My thoughts are yes, air bag required. Have the M2 shocks installed all round. Set the rear shock preload for solo riding. The shock should be set up from the shop for best rebound - may need some...
  5. Agree with Peter Aawen, and others that changing...

    Agree with Peter Aawen, and others that changing the exhaust system changes the engine operating dynamics. The OEM has programmed the ECU to use engine parameters and ancillary component influences...
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    Use the Big Blue Lift for Spyder and Gold Wing. ...

    Use the Big Blue Lift for Spyder and Gold Wing. Gets the bike some 25 inches off the ground. Also use a CAT 4500 lb scissor lift. Went with this because the ATV scissor jacks don't like to lift my...
  7. This is a forum member who changed out the OEM...

    This is a forum member who changed out the OEM rear shock spring for a 600 lb/in shock spring. Good reading....
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    Agree wholeheartedly. These gents and the other...

    Agree wholeheartedly. These gents and the other contributors have gone over an beyond what us mere mortals would do. I also hate throwing things away. My 1985 Honda Gold Wing FI model ECU...
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    Review: It's personal preference for sure. The...

    It's personal preference for sure. The intangible considerations play a significant part in what you do to your ride, and how you ride. Where you live and ride, your personalities, why are we...
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    Review: I have the one piece sway bar. It was installed...

    I have the one piece sway bar. It was installed back in 2014 when the previous owner bought the Spyder. If you are upgrading the front shocks, three piece or one piece sway bar may not be an issue....
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    Review: I have looked into the aftermarket spring issue,...

    I have looked into the aftermarket spring issue, have a thread regarding this. These are basic platforms, not too much performance design, but this does not substantiate not having suspension...
  12. Interesting thread. Will be following. Not...

    Interesting thread. Will be following. Not touching my Spyder, need a ride that I insert key, turn to on, start, put in "D" for ditch and go. I am doing an ECU replacement/upgrade project on my...
  13. BRP uses good locktite, and it is a PITA;...

    BRP uses good locktite, and it is a PITA; however, I have found that when you remove a bolt it heats up because of the locktite used. If you stop part way through the bolt removal after the bolt has...
  14. Live in Victoria, use a N-Line trailer that I...

    Live in Victoria, use a N-Line trailer that I used with my ex-1500. https://www.n-line.com. Purchased mine from a company in Edmonton.

    Works well, tucks in and always in line - no pun intended. ...
  15. Don't know if the Ryker is as power hungry as the...

    Don't know if the Ryker is as power hungry as the Spyder, but if so, batteries can be an issue. If you are concerned about longevity, get a small battery tester such as this: ...
  16. Fuel. Wide open throttle is generally for a...

    Fuel. Wide open throttle is generally for a FLOOD CLEAR scenario. A fuel pressure test will provide an indication of what is wrong.
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    Engineering at its best. Changing the air filter...

    Engineering at its best. Changing the air filter on an 1800 Goldwing, better part of 4/5 hours or more - not rushing (BTDT). Air filter cost approximately $20.00 or so. Clutch bleed/flush on an...
  18. Have a 2014 RTL. Stock suspension with the...

    Have a 2014 RTL. Stock suspension with the original Baja Ron sway bar when bought. Rear suspension not really an issue unless you find your Spyder bottoming out, then upgrade to a 550/600 lb-in...
  19. Bought our 2014 Spyder RTL some 2 years ago. ...

    Bought our 2014 Spyder RTL some 2 years ago. Looked into the oil requirement. No mention of JASO in the owner's manual or the service manuals. JASO is a good indicator of oil that has no additives...
  20. The Spyder is a power hungry machine. If the...

    The Spyder is a power hungry machine. If the battery is weak in any way, cell starting to go and such, issues happen. Have the battery load tested and the internal health determined. I use this...
  21. I have a 2014 RTL and am very happy with it. Was...

    I have a 2014 RTL and am very happy with it. Was low mileage, 9000 Kms in some 6 years or so. Oil changes are the big issue, hadn't had its second oil change. Tried a 2018 F3 touring, the Mrs...
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    2022 RT - under warranty. Adding items such as...

    2022 RT - under warranty. Adding items such as this at this time may not be a good thing. OEMs are getting gun shy with regards to warranties and this add on changes its factory design. Not to say...
  23. I vote for Sena; however, any bluetooth unit(s)...

    I vote for Sena; however, any bluetooth unit(s) will work for you, even the less than $100.00 units. The benefit with Sena is that a lot of riders use them and if you get with person or persons with...
  24. I'd do a suspension upgrade, sway bar and shocks.

    I'd do a suspension upgrade, sway bar and shocks.
  25. Have a 2014 Spyder RTL. Tested the RTL and F3...

    Have a 2014 Spyder RTL. Tested the RTL and F3 with the MRS, mostly ride two up on the Spyder. Both were good but the Mrs preferred the RTL, hence it is in the garage.

    The Spyder is designed as a...
  26. Thread: Famous quote

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    "A lie gets half way round the world before the...

    "A lie gets half way round the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on" Winston Churchill
  27. Wiring issues. Best practice is to determine a...

    Wiring issues. Best practice is to determine a location for an accessory fuse block that is powered through an automotive relay so that the power is switched on/off with the key. You will need a 12...
  28. Looked into powering a house off the grid with...

    Looked into powering a house off the grid with solar, wind and generator supplemental power. Need all three to be effective and efficient, and to enjoy our daily requirements (no one wants to give...
  29. The yellow Loctite from the factory is nasty. If...

    The yellow Loctite from the factory is nasty. If removing a bolt, and you stop part way it binds the bolt - heat. If you start again 50/50 chance of it coming free. Found that letting the bolt...
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    17,000 Km trip this past summer across Canada and...

    17,000 Km trip this past summer across Canada and back. The Spyder was a great conversation piece, women especially. Husbands and partners warmed up to it after we started to talk about it and why...
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