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    I have a 225/50/15 . Kuhmo on my 2014 RT . with...

    I have a 225/50/15 . Kuhmo on my 2014 RT . with just over 20K on this tire it just slipped this AM . going slowly up a slick ramp, notice . the wear bars are showing will replace soon. Two up 98%...
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    Retracting piston

    2014 RT. took the caliper off to clean the rotor as it was acting like it was warped. I decided to change the pads, I screw the piston in , I thought however I went the wrong way, counter...
  3. Thread: Shock Spring

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    Shock Spring

    To eliminate the air bag on an RT, how would one figure the proper spring rate to just utilize a shock only, probably an Elka. I am sure you would deduct the wheel and swingarm assb. weight since...
  4. Thread: mud flap

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    I made my mud flap out of a five gallon black...

    I made my mud flap out of a five gallon black utility bucket. Thick, right curve and you can make it any size you want. I used tin snips to cut, materiel is about 1/8" . thick............
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    It is not a difficult service. Take panels off...

    It is not a difficult service. Take panels off and there it is, remove bolts and replace filter. Put pan uinder it to catch oil.......
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    I have thought of a single spring eliminating the...

    I have thought of a single spring eliminating the airbag but wonder how a 700# spring would act with a solo rider. The combined wt. on my machine . 2014 RT . is 300# . I have no compressor. So I...
  7. order the tire online (discount tire) about $82 ,...

    order the tire online (discount tire) about $82 , take the wheel to any tire shop and they will charge maybe $15 to change it. If you buy the tire from discount (if you have one available locally)...
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    WTB: Wanted rear rotor

    Wanted rear rotor for 2014 up RT. Used but good.
  9. Thread: Shop Manual

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    FS: Covers 2013 RT and many others .

    Covers 2013 RT and many others .
  10. Thread: Shop Manual

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    FS: Shop Manual

    Factory shop manual for 2013 Roadster Spyder series. Over 800 pages plus electrical schematics. As new. $60
    plus shipping.
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    Front brake rotors

    Can anyone tell me if front brake rotors off a 2012 RT . will fit on a 2014 RT . ? thanks.......
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    I find the info helpful and I trust his...

    I find the info helpful and I trust his experience. It works for me. If you think it's too low go for a ride and feel the tire, if just warm to the touch it is right, if hot it is too low.....
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    Front Shocks

    .....SOLD...........
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    Fox shocks

    Yes they are adjustable. I just could not adapt to firmer ride at the lowest setting......
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    fox front shocks

    for sale, 1 pair. Fox shocks off my 2014. RT. Too firm for me , I do not ride aggressive prefer soft ride. $350 including frt. lower 48........
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    evaporated canister

    on 2014 RT. where are the evaporation canisters located ?
  17. Thread: Suspension

    by manxman
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    Suspension

    Elka is doing what it takes and are very good about it. I am sending back the heavy spring and they are taking care of all. Very good service they have given me.....
  18. Thread: Suspension

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    Suspension

    The spring that came with the shock was #200-225. I received a #500 per in. and that its too hard. I have an option of getting a # 3.50 hundred pounds per inch or a #3.75 hundred per inch. ..
  19. Thread: Suspension

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    Suspension

    The spring was too soft on the replacement shock. Bottom out. I do not have a compressor on board, have to increase settings manually. I run between 50-60 psi as I ride two up all the time. So I am...
  20. Thread: Suspension

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    Suspension

    Combined wt. #300 plus a few oddments. I have an Elka. rear shock which was sent with a weak spring. They sent me another spring which is #500 per in. This is too much, I am in the process of...
  21. Thread: Suspension

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    No, just the spring rate for the shock, the air...

    No, just the spring rate for the shock, the air bag I assume takes care of the machines wt.
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    Elka/Fox shocks

    I have both Fox and Elka on my RT. I will say that the service provided by Elka is superb. They will bend over backward to satisfy the customer. No experience with Fox service as I found them hard...
  23. Thread: Suspension

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    Suspension

    I have a 2014 RT. and trying to determine the spring rate per pound on the rear replacement shock. The spring that came with the shock is too soft and I have a replacement spring which is too harsh,...
  24. Thread: OBD 11

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    OBD 11

    Can one use an onboard diagnostic scanner on 2014 RT, and where is the OBD port on the Spyder........
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    Oil Change

    I agree, it might take me 45-50 minuets for oil and filter. I drain the oil first and while it is draining I take off the panels by that time oil is drained. Install the filter, add the oil and...
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    MPG

    I have a 2014 RT and have consistently got 40MPG. I do not ride aggressive and stay the speed limits. I generally get 215 before I stop still not seeing the fuel warning......
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    Bluetooth

    I have Phonak bluetooth and they are great. The helmet fit, I dug some of the styrofoam out of the ear area and that works well enough to wear them in my helmet.I cannot hear much of anything...
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    WTB lifting jack

    Lifting jack like Harbor frt. used to sell or similar......
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    Trans filter

    I will take mine apart and report back of any findings. In fact I must order one from you....
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    Trans filter

    I intend to change it, just curious if anyone found metal in the filter. Always took filter part on aircraft engines to check for foreign matter........
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