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    New spyder owner-Very Disappointed!!!

    << the machanics don't like to work on the spyders because there is too much plastic.>> I found this interesting. Each of the three dealers I have used in the 3 1/2 years since buying my RT had one tech who specialized in Spyders and that was largely all he did. Not having a Spyder specialist...
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    Can Am Oil

    If you would like further info at to the legal aspects on this situation google the "Magnuson Act," named after the US Senator who authored the legislation years ago. As already stated, it is illegal to require use of a manufacturers oil to keep a warranty valid. I use Valvoline 4T 10-40 full...
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    SE6 or SM6?

    For me the choice largely came down to money. When I bought my 2010 I was quoted an extra $2K for the SE and decided that for that price, after 40+ years of shifting motorcycles with my foot, I could continue to do so. Since I planned on keeping the Spyder for many years (and still do) I...
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    Limp Home Mode

    This happened to me once after changing the oil and filter on my 2010 SM5. Turned out I had installed the oil filter backward. No one else is likely to be that dumb :o) but I thought I would still mention it, just in case. Mike Idaho www.rtwrider.net
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    shocks

    I've had Works Performance shocks on my 2010 RT since shortly after I bought it in Jan., 2011. They are an excellent product and certainly made a large difference in handling. I did have some customer service type problems with WP, communication issues such as phone calls not being returned...
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    Oil check ??

    As always, and excellent answer from Scotty. The only thing I would add is that I have found that checking my Spyders oil level can yield somewhat inconsistent results even though I scrupulously follow the owners manual directions, as detailed and clarified by Scotty. Thus, I usually check it...
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    RT Weight distribution

    Sorry, I've never weighted my Spyder, either front - rear or its total weight. It is quite obvious there is a substantial front weight bias. Just curious, why is this of interest to you? It seems from your post that it's quite important. I suspect most of us take the attitude it is what it...
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    New kind of heat problem

    I would not describe the front grips on my 2010 RT as getting too warm but they do get quite warm, warm enough for most any ambient temp. As you describe, the passenger grips are much less warm, not really adequate for colder temps, especially for my wife who has hands that are very sensitive...
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    Comfort riding pants

    Competition Accessories sells Kevlar reinforced riding jeans that are quite roomy and offer more protection than regular jeans. They are sized large - my 34s are more like 36-37. My solution to this problem is to wear a larger waist size roomy pant, either the jeans or cordura riding pants, no...
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    Oil changes

    In my area Valvoline 4T 10-40 full synthetic motorcycle oil is consistently available at Walmart and Autozone stores. It's an excellent oil and very suitable for Spyders. Mike Idaho www.rtwrider.net
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    What brand of oil do you use?

    BajaRon wrote: <<If you have your oil tested they will list the contaminate levels along with fuel dilution and the various lubricating (or lack thereof) properties such as viscosity, shear damage, etc. I have had my oil tested at 5,200 miles and 6,400 miles. Both came out with flying colors...
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    What brand of oil do you use?

    Extended Drain Intervals, Good or Bad? <<People can do as they like. However, IMHO extending drain intervals on a vehicle under warranty is not a good idea.>> OldCowboy, this old non-cowboy fully agrees with you. I go even one step further and believe extended drain intervals, and by that I...
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    What brand of oil do you use?

    Valvoline synthetic motorcycle oil "Meets or Exceeds API SF/SG/SJ, Meets or Exceeds JASO MA2" (quoting from Valvoline's website). Ron, you refer to Amzoil being a "true synthetic motor oil" and not a "doctored mineral oil" as other oils are. It is my understanding that most synthetic oil base...
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    FLAT TIRE AT 60MPH

    In 45 years of riding I've only experienced one blowout, that being on a two wheeler and it was terrifying, although I luckily didn't go down and no ill effects resulted. Because of that I've often wondered how a Spyder would behave in the event of a blowout. I seems from your description that...
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    What brand of oil do you use?

    I use Valvoline 4T 10W-40 full synthetic motorcycle specific oil which is widely available such as at Walmart, Autozone, etc. at $8-9 per quart. Mike Idaho www.rtwrider.net
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