• There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.

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    Considering a Spyder - Can I Ask You Some Questions?

    Generally speaking, the RT is the 'Go-To' ride for 2 up. I'd try both before deciding to get an F3. Nothing wrong at all with the F3. It's my favorite Spyder model. But I ride 1-up and tend not to need much storage. I wouldn't sweat the mileage. 20 or 30k+ on a 2020+ RT is no big deal if it has...
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    Has anyone added Marvel Mystery Oil - any comments?

    Yes, as with the Techron product that Chevron uses. And there are others like Shell, Exxon, Chevron, Marathon, and ConocoPhillips That will help. But it doesn't necessarily offset the negative effects of Ethanol fuels completely. A heavier dose at intervals can keep injectors operating smoothly...
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    Has anyone added Marvel Mystery Oil - any comments?

    While I agree that adding anything to a good oil in a Spyder is not a good idea. The fuel system is a different story. Appropriate fuel additives can keep your fuel system, especially the injectors, working properly and save having to pull and clean them.
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    Steering Darting issue solved!

    We have a customer's bike in the shop now that hit a wall with the left wheel. We can't keep the Steering Angle Position Sensor zeroed. As long as we move it strait back and straight forward (no steering input) it will maintain zero. But as soon as we turn the handlebars, the zero setting is...
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    Pedal Box causing Code P2135 - anyone else had issues? Any ideas?

    The Pedal Box will do this if the bike is in ECO Mode.
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    Has anyone ever opened a Paypal dispute?

    Agreed. And it's your call, of course. My dad used to say; 'Don't cut off your nose to spite your face'. Not saying this is one of those times. Glad you are the adult in the room on this one.
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    Has anyone ever opened a Paypal dispute?

    If you like the windshield, you could just keep the kit and pay them for it. What you're looking for is the best possible outcome. If that's it, don't let the last few weeks of grief get in the way of years of satisfaction. All's' well that ends well.
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    How can I leave the parking brake off when parked in the garage?

    It's not a problem either way as long as you don't forget that it will roll if you leave the brake off. And the annoying beeping. Yes, it's only 30 seconds. It just seems like 5 minutes.
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    CVT Air cleaner - is this one to cool the CVT belt?? How do you get into it change it?

    You're way better off putting a K&N filter on this side. Flows more air dirty than the OEM paper filter flows brand new. Since your CVT belt lives on the cool air that flows by it, you'll extend the life of that belt which will more than pay for the extra cost of the K&N filter.
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    Interesting conversation at the gas pump - asked why I chose to ride a Spyder rather than 'a real motorcycle'?!

    We all have preconceived ideas that we just assume are correct. They die hard because we are unwilling to look at them objectively. 3 wheels have always been considered wanna-be motorcycles. That's because they were basically converted 2-Wheelers. But the Spyder is different. It's built from...
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    2015 ST Ltd: Where does your rear caliper lie?

    The rear brake pad set will wear faster than the fronts on a Spyder unless you are really hammering them a lot. This is because the ECM biases the front and rear applications. The rear always comes on first and goes off last. This is to stabilize the machine when braking. So, with a soft touch...
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    Throttle body whistle from BajaRons intake system - any tips to reduce the noise?

    You say you called the shop. Do you remember who you spoke to? There will certainly be increased induction sound, but there should be no whistle. Something is up with that. We've installed several of these kits at the shop and have not experienced this sound. It would be excellent if you could...
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    Tire search - what is everyone going to these days?

    The Kenda Kanine's are a better tire than the OEM Kenda which comes on the Spyder. Kenda built the OEM tires to BRP specs and price point. They built the Kaninies to their own specs. How much better is the question. We've found them to be round (novel concept for a tire) and requiring less...
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    Tire search - what is everyone going to these days?

    Extremely typical tire tread wear for the OEM Kenda rear. The surprise would be if it wore any other way. It is a bit unusual that there is more wear on one side than the other. But this may be do to ununiform tread thickness rather than a misalignment issue. If your belt was running true, then...
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    BajaRon Ultimate Sway Bar arrives tomorrow ... get'n ready

    Awesome! As Dire Straits band leader, Mark Knopfler, says. "That's The Way To Do It!" Technically, yes. But you need to be careful. Harbor Freight has a 5-80 Lb. Ft. wrench that I'd be OK with this tool set at 15 Lb. Ft. for this install. But you have to keep in mind that torque wrenches...
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