• 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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    Bugs !@#$@# What will get them off?!

    Wash it with a dryer sheet. Dryer sheets make easy work of bug removal.
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    How can you tell a stator is going bad? Hard to replace?

    I would put a voltmeter on the spyder (permanent or temporary) and go riding. This will let you know if your charging system is failing letting the battery run down. If during the ride you don't see any issue with the charging voltage i suspect you have a bad battery or bad connection to the...
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    08 Spyder GS SM5 misfire/stumble when riding at steady speed

    I'm going to pull the body work off this weekend and try some brake clean to check for vacuum leaks at the rubber flanges (and other locations) as BajaRon suggests. Hopefully I will be able to track down the issue and be able to fix this annoying issue.
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    08 Spyder GS SM5 misfire/stumble when riding at steady speed

    That's interesting. How did you know that your throttle body gaskets were bad? Did you have the same symptoms or more? Do you mean you replace the rubber flanges between the throttle body and cylinder head? Thanks, Bruce
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    Brake Failure Warning on 2008 Spyder. Dealer gave up

    Did they reset the low pressure switch? Give this a try: 1) Turn the key on and press the button to clear the read safety card message 2) Press and hold the brake pedal past the second click. If you have good pressure this takes a lot of effort. 3) Turn the key off 4) Hold the brake...
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    2008 GS Trailer wiring - can I just tap into the bike's wiring?

    I used a powered trailer light converter on my '08 GS to protect the factory wiring. It was an easy install and I mounted the converter box above the rear wheel fender liner (whatever its called). https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002Q804K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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    2009 Spyder GS/RS: Possible Steering Problem...(need input)

    Did you have a laser alignment done or the factory method of measurements? If it wasn't a laser alignment find a shop that does them. If it was, take it back and let them know that you're still having problems.
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    Anyone here tow a tent camper, a time out, or leesure lite behind their Spyder?

    I tow a Timeout behind my '08 GS SM5. It tows it very well. I was talking to a friend of mine that has a 2017 RT SM6 who pulls an Aspen Classic. His experience pulling the camper is the same a mine. We both agree the Spyder pulls it well but first gear is pretty tall and requires a good bit...
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    pulling freedom trailer with Rs

    I used this adapter on my '08 GS. It works great. https://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-46365-Short-Proof-Converter/dp/B0002Q804K/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Hopkins+46365+Short+Proof+Power+Converter&qid=1602183049&s=automotive&sr=1-1
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    Towbar wiring RS, GS, RT?

    This is the converter that I put on my 08 GS. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002Q804K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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    08 Spyder GS SM5 misfire/stumble when riding at steady speed

    I tried several rounds of fuel system cleaner (Seafoam and Techron) in my Spyder first and it didn't help the problem.
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    08 Spyder GS SM5 misfire/stumble when riding at steady speed

    No, I haven't had any problems with the gear position sensor. The Spyder has been great other that the annoying misfire around 55mph. I was hoping that a long trip would help and took a weekend ride to the mountains last fall. The Spyder got a good run up and down the mountains but it didn't...
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    08 Spyder GS SM5 misfire/stumble when riding at steady speed

    I am the OP and no I still haven't gotten the problem fixed. I'm out of ideas and will have to resort to taking the GS in to the dealer even though I don't have much confidence in them. I'm planning on making an appointment with a dealer that does laser alignments and while they have it ask...
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    Taller Windshield

    I put a Madstad windshield on my GS and love it.
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    Sprocket, red dust and refurb....

    What is BRP's recommended torque value for the pulley bolt?
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