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  1. JJRider

    Speed Limit in Reverse?

    I think maybe Scotty may have hit on something. Our 2012 RT-S was just serviced (600 mile) and it was after the service that I noticed the reverse issue.
  2. JJRider

    Trailer Adapter

    Noticed you have a 2012. So you have a RT-622 and you want to connect to your RT-S that has the new 2013 Hitch? I have a 2012 RT-S and added a Bushtec trailer which has a unique flat 6 pin connector. I bought the Amazon listed Hopkins Square Four and then cut and spliced it into the "extra"...
  3. JJRider

    Speed Limit in Reverse?

    Sounds like this is common with the RT's. The fact that our 2012 RT-S couldn't make it up our slight (dry) incline in the driveway in reverse is an issue with the bike. Our 2011 RS had no issues with the same driveway.. Seems like this needs to be addressed by BRP. After reading the various...
  4. JJRider

    Windshield Size

    Thank you SpyderAnn for the info on the vented 23. I will check them out.
  5. JJRider

    Windshield Size

    On a 2012 RTS the max width was 27". From top to bottom was 25". Anyone know of a smaller RT windscreen that mounts up? In the cold the nice big windscreen is nice but in warm weather not so fun.
  6. JJRider

    Reverse surge!

    On our 2011 RS I could go in reverse up a hill with no issues. A little feathering of the clutch and it was fine as long as I had a good surface and not gravel to back up on. I could back up a steep hill without problems. Last weekend and again today, took our new 2012 RT-S in reverse and...
  7. JJRider

    RTS Reverse Operation

    Reverse sucks on a hill On our 2011 RS I could go in reverse up a hill with no issues. A little feathering of the clutch and it was fine as long as I had a good surface and not gravel to back up on. I could back up a steep hill without problems. Last weekend and again today, took our new...
  8. JJRider

    Trailer interchange

    I think if you had an older RT 622 and had the harness that fit the trailer and had the other end a pig tail, you could easily adapt to the square four pin connector. I just went with a Bushtec since I could not locate any 622 trailers close by. If you can find a RT 622 either used or...
  9. JJRider

    Insurance

    I noticed a big jump when going from a 2011 RS SM5 to a 2012 RT-S SM5 here in Calif.. Neither was financed. The worst though came when they wanted 260 per year for a Bushtec trailer! I thought I am leaving these guys but then when I checked around they were still the lowest. Would love for...
  10. JJRider

    Suspension hard/soft not working.

    This is what you want to check for. See if yours is detached like in the picture. My Hard/Soft adjustment didn't work like yours is doing. The bolt that threads in, threads into a Nutsert. According to the Spyder Senior mechanic, the Nutsert may spin when you try and tighten it and that is...
  11. JJRider

    RT started dying when coming to a stop.

    Our new 2012 RT-S has done this also. We have 997 miles on her. Seems like I can be on the freeway for an hour or so and then when I get off the freeway and come to a stop or a light it will on occasion die. Typically only happens once in say 100-200 miles. Also starts right back up. Our...
  12. JJRider

    Trailer Hitch Plug holder

    Scotty, I probably worded it wrong, but what you said above as a word of caution when wiring before the isolation module is what I should have quoted. I finished the wiring today to allow the new Bushtec Turbo 2 to work with the Spyder. 2012 Spyder RT-S "new" 2013 BRP Hitch and Harness (4...
  13. JJRider

    3rd Annual Spyders in the Redwoods Rally (Aug 5 - 8, 2013) - Register Now!!

    Checked out the 2013 website pages but I didn't see where it talked about the event and what all is involved during the event. Does anyone know if camping is available at the fairgrounds like it is at the Mariposa Fairgrounds just a bit south on 49?
  14. JJRider

    Trailer Hitch Plug holder

    Thank you Tom for the info. I wonder what the reason would be (Scotty) that we are not supposed to wire before the module?
  15. JJRider

    Trailer Hitch Plug holder

    Sorry but I thought I read that Scotty mentioned NOT to splice into the Spyder 5 wire side before the module? I will wire my Bushtec (Bushwacked) this weekend and will need to rewire the trailers turn signal and brake lights and turn the trailer from a 5 wire to a 4 wire.
  16. JJRider

    FIASCO with the 2013 RT Hitch

    I always support my dealers and treat them with respect but if I had a dollar for every time they were "mistaken" ......haha:banghead:
  17. JJRider

    Problem with RT622

    I had heard (may not be accurate) that TREKK makes the Spyder RT-622 trailers? Has anyone else heard that? I also happened to see a picture of a used TREKK trailer for sale and it looks just like a RT-622. I ended up getting a Bushtec since no dealers in Calif. had a RT-622 except one trailer...
  18. JJRider

    FIASCO with the 2013 RT Hitch

    Thank you for the info on the part number. The service manager verified the part number and he is using the 219400432 but he says it is the standard 9 pin round connector that he has been installing since 2010. According to the dealer, the hitch comes with the harness. Is the harness P/N you...
  19. JJRider

    FIASCO with the 2013 RT Hitch

    Per the forums here relating to the RT Hitch and wiring harness, I contacted my dealer and told him to make sure he orders the 2013 Hitch for the RT which has the 4 pin Square connector. He says he has gone around for two weeks with BRP and the only harness both the dealer and BRP is aware of...
  20. JJRider

    ANOTHER SPYDERFEST QUESTION

    I thought the whole idea was to ride the Spyder? Why do Spyder and Harley riders trailer their bikes?
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