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    2013 Spyder RS - ST Handlebar Swap

    Finally swapped RS for ST Handlebars - thanks for the excellent writeup! So, a year after buying the parts I finally made the handlebar swap. Thanks again for this excellent instruction set. A few comments: - DO IT! If you have an RS, swap out the handlebars! It doesn't take away from...
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    RS clutch slave cylinder failure

    I think they replaced several - and the helper spring.
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    RS clutch slave cylinder failure

    Excellent ref - thanks for the link! I believe it was item 10 they replaced. - Bodgerist
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    RS clutch slave cylinder failure

    I got my machine back - the culprit was a nicked O-ring on the slave cylinder.
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    2012 RSS replacing thermostat

    thermostat failed shut - replaced The thermostat failed on my '13 RS (while under warranty) in the closed position (resulted in overheating). Shop replaced it, but I don't know how long it took.
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    RS clutch slave cylinder failure

    Symptoms and cause follow: 2013 RS w. 5300 miles, observed lack of resistance when depressing clutch lever. Hyd fluid was low, filled to full mark in reservoir. 6 weeks later, same situation happened again - had to push clutch lever all the way to the handlebar to make a hard shift...
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    hi all looking for get togethers for fun and riding

    6/4 If my machine is back from clutch repair, sounds good! -Bodgerist
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    Love it but tired of problems: cooler, engine, and now clutch - do I have a lemon?

    re: slipping clutch Thanks - I actually had the opposite problem: functioned as if there was very low hydraulic fluid. Had to press the clutch all the way to the bar in order to even make a hard shift. This after I added fluid 6 weeks ago. I'll respond with the dealership's findings. -Bodgerist
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    Love it but tired of problems: cooler, engine, and now clutch - do I have a lemon?

    Thanks much Thanks all, I really appreciate the feedback. I may look into the BEST warranty next year when this runs out. - Bodgerist
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    hi all looking for get togethers for fun and riding

    Also in Northeastern CT... we have some fantastic roads from UCONN east. Gimme a yell, I'd love to make a ride of it.
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    Love it but tired of problems: cooler, engine, and now clutch - do I have a lemon?

    So, I bought an RS SM5 in July of 2014 and have had it back 3 times now for warranty work. I wonder, do I have a Friday afternoon special, or is this more typical of other owners? Does anyone out in the Spyder community have a history similar to this: bought new, July 2014 Sept 2014 in for...
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    What do the actual RS handlebars look like under the covers?

    plastic covers, con't Yes, thanks, I've read these instructions and it seems manageable. Can anyone confirm that one of the covers for the ST is split, and may look broken as delivered from the factory? Much appreciated. -Bodgerist
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    2013 Spyder RS - ST Handlebar Swap

    Great write up, thanks. I'm getting ready to do this swap... one quick question - why do we need to remove the body panels? Also, is it three total panels to be removed? Much appreciated, Bodgerist
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    What do the actual RS handlebars look like under the covers?

    Details on plastic cover install? Hey there, I've got my parts in and am just getting ready to swap my 2013 RS handlebar for the ST. Would you share what was especially challenging about getting the new ST covers back on, and how you managed to get it done? Any learning that I can borrow...
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    Does anyone have the new backrest & top case?

    New single piece backrest installed Attached are two pictures of the new single piece BRP backrest installed on my 2013 RS. This is a remarkably good quality assembly, however the installation procedure was a little less than ideal. Construction: The kit came with all hardware needed...
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