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    Special spark plugs?

    I was having some trouble (after 3k+ overhaul) at low rpms so I called for advice-they said probably need to change the plugs. I had them to change the plugs, and it seems to have solved the problem....
  2. Thread: Can-Am Jacket

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    Can-Am Jacket

    I posted this information about a year ago. I had a new xxxlarge First Owner jacket and traded it here for a new xlarge thinking it might fit. Now I have a NEW Xlarge that is too big for me. I would...
  3. Thread: DPS

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    DPS

    I have a 2008 with 25,000 plus miles and have had NO problems with anything including the steering. Now with the recall on the DPS, I am in a quandry. I have talked to 2 owners that had the recall...
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    Lamonster

    I can't find a similiar post to reply to-perhaps this will work.
    I bought my Spyder new in April of 08, and now have 24,900+ trouble free miles on it. The only modification has been a muffler...
  5. Thread: 2010 Spyder

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    2010 Spyder

    Has anyone purchased or ridden the 2010? If so, would you comment on how good all the new stuff works. Also with the reduction in Horsepower, how is the preformance compared to the 08 and 09's ?
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    please advise where I go to find the Evo SPAL fan...

    please advise where I go to find the Evo SPAL fan relay.
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    I tried the battery dis-connect-did not help....

    I tried the battery dis-connect-did not help. ??????????????????
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    I had the "upgrade" by the dealer a couple of...

    I had the "upgrade" by the dealer a couple of weeks ago, and the bike does not perform as before. 'Burbles' between 3K and 4k in all gears, and backfires occassionally then the throttle is rolled...
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    seeking helmet headset recommendations

    The Vemar Jiano bluetooth helmet meets all of your wishes. It pairs with GPS, Cell Phone, and you and your passanger (or a nearby rider) with the same helmet can talk. It also will work with MP3...
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    600 mile service

    When I bought my Spyder, the nearest dealer was 700 miles. By the time I needed my first service, there was a dealer in Kansas City,250 miles away. I contacted them twice and asked about their...
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    Lurching

    You say 2100lbs on it-Maybe thats the problem. Seriously, I ride an 08 SM5 and have 14,000 trouble free miles. I did install the Hindle @10,000 which improved sound and performance. I have no other...
  12. Tire Wear

    As a GENERAL rule, tread wear across the tire is a result of tire pressure. Higher pressure causes center tread wear-lower pressure causes outer tread wear. If you are carrying a heavier load, more...
  13. Thread: oil

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    oil

    My friend's "Dealership" is a Honda dealer, and just started the Spyder sales and service. I wasn't too impressed with their knowledge on the Spyder. I did go to his house and made sure he was using...
  14. Thread: oil

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    oil

    A friend of mine who rides an SE5 had no oil on the dipstick (after 1400 miles without checking it) was told by his dealer to add 1/2 quart of 5-40 non- detergent, recheck, and add to the correct...
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    Jim Barrett in Grove, Oklahoma. 918-786-4321...

    Jim Barrett in Grove, Oklahoma. 918-786-4321
    Spyder Rider since 4/2008 -- Over 12,000 miles
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    NE oklahoma and NW arkdansas and southwest Ark,

    Send location and phone number to Skeet at 1525 104 NW, grove, 7344.
    Decent days and early start. I am ready,
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    right side panel opening cover

    I've not seen any noticable increase in operating temprature-------------will see what happens when summer gets here.
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    right side panel opening cover

    SUCCESS!!! When the panel is mounted on the bike, the bars are horizontal. The grill is not too difficult to install using 100% silicone, but I used small chrome bolts from the outside(visible in the...
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    right side panel opening cover

    This is another attempt to show a picture of the gril I installed.757
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    pictures

    Thanks Lamont, but I get some kind of interference on that site--like 2 people trying to talk at the same time. One is very loud and the other very soft. The loud one keeps saying "Pictures on the...
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    right side panel opening cover

    I had a grill made for this opening, and would like to post a picture. Can't figure out how.This grill just has horozontial bars, and can be painted, powdercoated, or could be made of polished...
  22. Thread: GPS

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    GPS

    Can't hear it on the Spyder at highway speeds. Son has one on a Yamaha and he uses ear buds, and listens to both the GPS and/or music. Haven't tried the earbuds yet, but have purchased them from...
  23. Thread: GPS

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    GPS

    After a lot of searching, I finally hit on what I thought was the "best" deal on a Zumo 550 from techron digital @$515. I ordered using my credit card and received an E-Mail stating I would have to...
  24. Thread: spyder owners

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    spyder owners

    I live in Grove (NE) and there are two other owners within 10 miles. Anyone within 50 miles that want to ride or just meet for food, call me.
    Jim Barrett, 918-786-4321
  25. Thread: Hoodlatch

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    Hoodlatch

    My hood would not stay up when the key was turned to release it. "SOOO I bought a 1/2 inch by 2 inch compression sprriing at the hardware and covered the end of it with pure silicone and slid it...
  26. Thread: GPS

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    GPS

    I am looking to buy a GPS for my bike. The Garmin 550 appears to have the things best suited for bikes. Are they as good as advertised, and does anyone have one installed? Any information will be...
  27. Thread: My last mod....

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    oil in the air box

    I had oil in the air box also, but it was caused by a dealership doing the oil change improperly. They put four quarts in the resevoir, started the engine and ran it for 30 seconds, checked the oil...
  28. Thread: rear Mono Shock

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    I'm looking for a Big Ryder that would like to...

    I'm looking for a Big Ryder that would like to have a NEW (never worn) first owners jacket. the dealer sent me a 3XL, and I am just a L. E-Mail reply to barrettjim46@yahoo.com.
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