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    DIY RT skid plate

    Eviltwin,
    Knowing this thread is rather old :oldpost:, I was hoping to renew the conversation and provide everyone interested with some options. For me the main reason is I prefer DIY (not that...
  2. The following is just to close this out so others...

    The following is just to close this out so others may benefit.

    I took my RT to a dealer (an hour drive) and in 20 minutes he had the bike back to me with the fault cleared, cost only $25. This...
  3. Thanks JayBros! Have you a copy of this, and...

    Thanks JayBros! Have you a copy of this, and thus, do you know if it has the fault list? Seems pretty straight forward in the descriptions that its a factory manual; IYHO worth the $25?
  4. Since the initial event I've been on several...

    Since the initial event I've been on several rydes and the fault is still present. I do understand that all faults are retained by BUDS (makes perfect sense) but active faults (as shown from the...
  5. Does a Transmission Fault code need BUDS to reset? Is it safe to operate until reset?

    Technical question on BUDS. BACKGROUND: While investigating another problem (parking brake not releasing) I disconnected a multi-pin connector (bayonet type plug on right side adjacent to parking...
  6. Other reasons not to set!

    I have always set the parking brake as recommended, but now I know the warning chirp does eventually go away if you don't. But now I am reconsidering because of another problem, I have (had) a...
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    I get the impression from this and other posts on...

    I get the impression from this and other posts on Shop Manuals that the content is worth the expense, what say you - appreciate the opinion of anyone who has dropped the $? I've been a Helm guy for...
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    I've tried this a number of ways and it doesn't...

    I've tried this a number of ways and it doesn't work on my 2018 RTL, currently loaded with software version 20.80:
    -- engine running (or not), holding Mode and then switching off and continuing to...
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    I'm another who lightly lubed and regretted. When...

    I'm another who lightly lubed and regretted. When I got home after a high speed run I saw the left panel missing! :gaah: Lucky for me I retraced my path and found the panel on the shoulder (almost)...
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    IdahoMtnSpyder, Many thanks! Great documentation...

    IdahoMtnSpyder,
    Many thanks! Great documentation in your prior post :2thumbs:, plan your work and work your plan. AMP, yes, and thanks for the additional links. After this morning’s research...
  11. don't mess with Nanny!

    Hey Blueknight (Mike),
    I'm about to connect a litany of aftermarket LEDs (mostly the ShowChrome modules) and that very thought on what's the total load and is isolation required? Seems not but I...
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    What brand are the OEM Connectors?

    Does anyone know what brand of connectors are used by BRP? I apologize in advance, in the event this has been posted before, but my search terms haven't (yet) turned up such specifics. I am doing...
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    Thanks for the thoughts, and yes, I did see the...

    Thanks for the thoughts, and yes, I did see the date, but had to start somewhere! I did this in my garage in a deep fryer, and chose to vertically suspend the four pieces I wanted to do, thus...
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    Tried this today and did not get the blue tint,...

    Tried this today and did not get the blue tint, can barely see a difference. My receipe was a full package (31.9g) of Rit black dye and an ounce of Dawn into four gallons of water. Boiled the water...
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    Just picked up a 91132 (Gates) from Amazon that...

    Just picked up a 91132 (Gates) from Amazon that would not click. Spoke with Gates and they commented there have been problems with units that might have been on the shelf (old new stock) for a...
  16. Just another ryder here Lamont, one of those new...

    Just another ryder here Lamont, one of those new members you spoke of who just luvs his new wheels! Read about your health issues here on the forum and immediately thought, oh no, hope he's going to...
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    Sir, Great job! Being a like-minded DIYer I have...

    Sir,
    Great job! Being a like-minded DIYer I have been considering doing the same on my '18. Why the U-nuts, as opposed to the screws that seem to used on the commercial unit? Any further advice on...
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    Yes, we are out here! I'm another new ryder just...

    Yes, we are out here! I'm another new ryder just east of Frederick. I also sent a message to MSW (before I was an owner) but did not get any response. I'll try again but maybe you and I can start...
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    Info for DIY

    I've had my RT at the dealer more than a week now, attending to the shifter problem and a few other minor items. They should have been done by now but they told me while replacing the switch they...
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    Appreciate all the fellow ryder comments. I...

    Appreciate all the fellow ryder comments. I always knew something was up, when the reverse problem showed up I was convinced. She's off to the dealer today in fact!
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    Newbie (Spyder) here. I've had my 'ol Triumph...

    Newbie (Spyder) here. I've had my 'ol Triumph 35+ years and always downshift, so I'm very used to the idea. I've now had my '18 RT SE6 since July and cannot seem to get it to downshift without what...
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