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Very Strange.......
I discovered that the battery on the 2014 RT is in the frunk. I find it strange that there is not a 4mm Allen wrench in the BRP tool kit. How do they expect us to access the battery compartment on the road?
Does anyone else find this strange?
2014 Cognac Spyder RT-S SM6, purchased July 8, 2015
Rivco Flag Holders
Eduo Innovations SRT Clear/Stainless Cup Holder
Lamonster Spyder Decals
Inspector Gadget Driver Floorboards and Heel-Toe Shifter
Sena SPH10H-FM Headset for Half-Helmet
Hopnel 1500 Front Trunk Liner
BRP Trailer Hitch and Control Module
2014 Escape Trailer (Black and Diamond) from 1 Motorcycle Trailers
2012 Magnesium Spyder RT SM5, sold on July 8, 2015
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Originally Posted by sjcpanther
I discovered that the battery on the 2014 RT is in the frunk. I find it strange that there is not a 4mm Allen wrench in the BRP tool kit.
Because it's not an allen screw!
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
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OK. Well, please share. Because that's what I used to open it. Nothing in the tool bag fit it.
2014 Cognac Spyder RT-S SM6, purchased July 8, 2015
Rivco Flag Holders
Eduo Innovations SRT Clear/Stainless Cup Holder
Lamonster Spyder Decals
Inspector Gadget Driver Floorboards and Heel-Toe Shifter
Sena SPH10H-FM Headset for Half-Helmet
Hopnel 1500 Front Trunk Liner
BRP Trailer Hitch and Control Module
2014 Escape Trailer (Black and Diamond) from 1 Motorcycle Trailers
2012 Magnesium Spyder RT SM5, sold on July 8, 2015
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Here's the thing..!!
Not really. A 4mm allen will work but you should be using the torx driver (same one used for all the panel screws) that is in your tool kit. These should not be tightened too much....
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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Thanks. That makes more sense.
2014 Cognac Spyder RT-S SM6, purchased July 8, 2015
Rivco Flag Holders
Eduo Innovations SRT Clear/Stainless Cup Holder
Lamonster Spyder Decals
Inspector Gadget Driver Floorboards and Heel-Toe Shifter
Sena SPH10H-FM Headset for Half-Helmet
Hopnel 1500 Front Trunk Liner
BRP Trailer Hitch and Control Module
2014 Escape Trailer (Black and Diamond) from 1 Motorcycle Trailers
2012 Magnesium Spyder RT SM5, sold on July 8, 2015
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2014 Timeless Black RTS/SE - BRP CB/Comm System; BRP Zumo 660 GPS System; BRP Cellphone Interface; BRP ST-1 Helmets w/BRP Headsets; BRP XM Radio; BRP Tri-Axis Handlebars; BRP Adj Wind Deflectors; BRP Adj Vent Windshield; BRP Comfort Seat & Utopia Backrest; Corbin Armrests; HMT Brake Light; TricLED 3/4 Brake & Running Lights; TricLED Fender Lights & Rr Cargo Lights; CD Fender TIPS Kit; Bump Skid; Scorpio i900 Alarm; Touratech GPS Locking Mount; NBV Highway Mounts; BBP Brake Pedal, Stebel horn.
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I didn't even get a tool kit with my Spyder. I just use the tools in my garage.
Pam
- 2015 RT-S Special Series / Red & Black
- Baja Ron Sway Bar
- Utopia Backrest
- F4 Customs tall and wide vented windshield
- Stebel Super Loud Air Horn
- Baker Built Air Wings
- LaMonster Highway Pegs
- SpyderPops Exhaust Block Off Plate
- SpyderPops KOTT Grill
- SpyderPops Belt Guard
- Cat Bypass
- Laser Alignment by Squared Away
- TricLED Fender Lights
- General Altimax RT43 rear tire
- Dual flag holder
- Mud Flap
- A$$hole seeking missile system
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Originally Posted by sjcpanther
OK. Well, please share...
It's a T30 Torx. Works on most all the other screws too.
Baja Ron - Dimple - Ultimate - Lamonster Garage - K&N - Smoothspyder - Amsoil - Hiflo - FOBO - Spyderpops
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Early on, I supplemented the tool kit with a packet of torx heads, and a couple necessary ratchet handles and adaptors. If I need to use a tool, I don't want it to break or strip out. OEM, in most cases is comparable to K-mart or toy store low end tools.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)
MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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I believe the only place an owner will normally encounter an allen, or more correctly hex, socket head screw on a Spyder is in relation to oil changes. On the 998 the oil filter covers and drain plugs are hex. Don't remember what has been said about the 1330.
And by the way, when you remove the right side middle cover panel you will see two Torx screws with center pins. Don't remove them. They hold the pegs, or whatever you want to call them, that slip into rubber grommets. Just pull the panel loose.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
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Thanks to all for the comments. I have located my torx driver in my tool kit, and know what it is for.
Really thankful for this site!!!
2014 Cognac Spyder RT-S SM6, purchased July 8, 2015
Rivco Flag Holders
Eduo Innovations SRT Clear/Stainless Cup Holder
Lamonster Spyder Decals
Inspector Gadget Driver Floorboards and Heel-Toe Shifter
Sena SPH10H-FM Headset for Half-Helmet
Hopnel 1500 Front Trunk Liner
BRP Trailer Hitch and Control Module
2014 Escape Trailer (Black and Diamond) from 1 Motorcycle Trailers
2012 Magnesium Spyder RT SM5, sold on July 8, 2015
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- 2015 RT-S Special Series / Red & Black
- Baja Ron Sway Bar
- Utopia Backrest
- F4 Customs tall and wide vented windshield
- Stebel Super Loud Air Horn
- Baker Built Air Wings
- LaMonster Highway Pegs
- SpyderPops Exhaust Block Off Plate
- SpyderPops KOTT Grill
- SpyderPops Belt Guard
- Cat Bypass
- Laser Alignment by Squared Away
- TricLED Fender Lights
- General Altimax RT43 rear tire
- Dual flag holder
- Mud Flap
- A$$hole seeking missile system
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Originally Posted by Pampurrs
I think it would be nice if someone would list the tools that we should have on our (torx sizes etc.) Since I didn't get a toolkit, and they are usually third rate anyway (as akspyderman so accuately pointed out), I would like to put together a quality kit of my own to carry along.
Here's a good multiple bit Torx driver http://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-48-2...kee+48-22-2103
There's a couple of tight places, back tupperware screw under the seat is one and I can't right off hand remember the other, where I found a short torx bit, turned with a 1/4" open end wrench or gear wrench works best. A 10mm open end or ratchet is a commonly needed size.
At home an angle drive like this, http://www.ebay.com/itm/SIDEWINDER-S...-/391202060451, works great to get to the hinge bolts that hold the seat.
These are just a few that I've found are handy to have. I carry the torx driver in the frunk.
If you add farkles that use SAE size screws or bolts you'll want to have some tools to handle them.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
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Originally Posted by WasWinger
Here's a good multiple bit Torx driver http://www.amazon.com/Milwaukee-48-2...kee+48-22-2103
There's a couple of tight places, back tupperware screw under the seat is one and I can't right off hand remember the other, where I found a short torx bit, turned with a 1/4" open end wrench or gear wrench works best. A 10mm open end or ratchet is a commonly needed size.
At home an angle drive like this, http://www.ebay.com/itm/SIDEWINDER-S...-/391202060451, works great to get to the hinge bolts that hold the seat.
These are just a few that I've found are handy to have. I carry the torx driver in the frunk.
If you add farkles that use SAE size screws or bolts you'll want to have some tools to handle them.
I have a torx kit in my garage. I have just about every tool I need in my garage. What I was asking for is a list of the EXACT torx sizes and other tools needed for emergency roadside repairs so I can make a toolkit for my Spyder.
Pam
- 2015 RT-S Special Series / Red & Black
- Baja Ron Sway Bar
- Utopia Backrest
- F4 Customs tall and wide vented windshield
- Stebel Super Loud Air Horn
- Baker Built Air Wings
- LaMonster Highway Pegs
- SpyderPops Exhaust Block Off Plate
- SpyderPops KOTT Grill
- SpyderPops Belt Guard
- Cat Bypass
- Laser Alignment by Squared Away
- TricLED Fender Lights
- General Altimax RT43 rear tire
- Dual flag holder
- Mud Flap
- A$$hole seeking missile system
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Pam, take a good look under your seat. There should be a Velcro strap holding the toolkit in a spot you won't see unless you're under the seat.
2014 RTS , Spyderpops oversized brake pedal Cognac
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Originally Posted by coastrider
Pam, take a good look under your seat. There should be a Velcro strap holding the toolkit in a spot you won't see unless you're under the seat.
I had my head under the seat for a good bit of time when I installed my backrest. I should have seen it if it was there. I'm riding up to Prescott for my 3,000 mile service tomorrow, and will ask them to stick their head under there and show me where it is.
Pam
- 2015 RT-S Special Series / Red & Black
- Baja Ron Sway Bar
- Utopia Backrest
- F4 Customs tall and wide vented windshield
- Stebel Super Loud Air Horn
- Baker Built Air Wings
- LaMonster Highway Pegs
- SpyderPops Exhaust Block Off Plate
- SpyderPops KOTT Grill
- SpyderPops Belt Guard
- Cat Bypass
- Laser Alignment by Squared Away
- TricLED Fender Lights
- General Altimax RT43 rear tire
- Dual flag holder
- Mud Flap
- A$$hole seeking missile system
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