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  1. blacklightning

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    He will be on his 2020 RTL, that is the key reason I am leaning towards the Spyder. As with any planned ride, I don't count the people going until the day of the ride, at the meet up location. We have been riding together since we met in 2008, so he is very dependable, but you never know. Tire...
  2. blacklightning

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Ordered a new rear tire and an oil change kit from Lamonster for my 2021 RTL. Getting it prepared for the cross country trip that my buddy and I are doing in May. I am super excited. Still not 100% sure I will be taking the spyder. There is still a small possiblity that I will be doing this...
  3. blacklightning

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Replaced the original battery in my 2016 F3L Special Series. This battery has only been using a tender for the past 6-8 months, after it started to turn slow if not ridden over a 3 week period. I gotta say, 9 years was a very good run. Especially considering I have just replaced the battery...
  4. blacklightning

    What do you think of these Ramps for loading a Spyder onto an aluminum utility trailer?

    2dogs, I agree with your idea of drilling a hole and using some sort of pin, bolt, or nail. That is what I did to my modified trailer when I have hauled my spyder. I used it twice for my F3T and recoved a buddies RT when he broke down. It worked great.
  5. blacklightning

    At what RPM do you shift on a 988 RSS for mileage

    I had a 2012 RSS with the SE5 transmission. I was able to get about 35 mpg out of it. I did not rev the pi$$ out of it. This was my first semi auto transmission in the spyder world.
  6. blacklightning

    Planning a Pacific Coast Highway trip - looking for suggestions

    I am thinking about that also. We will be doing the PCH during parts of the month of June. Keeping track of things as best as possible to see how we might have to alter our plans.
  7. blacklightning

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Looked at my spyder in the garage last night and only dreamed about riding as I recover from this terrible flu that I picked up between Christmas and New Years. Also planning my cross country trip to begin in May of this year. Still trying to decide whether to use the spyder or my new scoot...
  8. blacklightning

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Installed a Spyder Extras seat brace (or bracket) on my 2021 RTL to keep the front seat up when refueling. It is a shame that BRP didn't get something as simple as the seat shock correct. So far the one for the rear trunk still works, but according to all my friends, it is only a matter of time.
  9. blacklightning

    Here's a recent Ryker Filter Failure!

    Wow, looks like we gonna need a filter to filter out the filter.;)
  10. blacklightning

    5 MOTORCYCLES THAT ARE NOTORIOUSLY EXPENSIVE TO MAINTAIN

    As it was said, anything made by man is going to have flaws. Yes, it can get expensive, but it is just something that we have to deal with when dealing with materialistic items. I have noticed a drop in quality over the past 3-4 years, but I am still happy with my choice and would make it all...
  11. blacklightning

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Well, first mod for my spyder in a few months. Put a set of grip puppies that I won at a drawing at spyder adventures in 2023. They feel awesome. I actually won 2 pair, so I will be putting the second pair on my new (to me) scoot, a 2019 BMW K1600B. I sold my 2018 exactly a year ago and...
  12. blacklightning

    Just returned from a Route 66 ride - Fantastic Trip!

    My buddy and I are leaving on the monday following Memorial day weekend. We will be doing parts of RT 66 on our way to the west coast. Maybe we will see you out there.
  13. blacklightning

    Planning a Pacific Coast Highway trip - looking for suggestions

    We are in the process of planning a trip that will get in both. We are starting from NC and heading West. We will be doing a lot of Rt 66 and plan on getting over to the West Coast Hwy and heading North. Not sure how far North, but then we will work our way back to NC. Our time frame is +/- 6...
  14. blacklightning

    2024 Spyder RT LTD Windscreen Not Working!? What am I doing wrong?

    :agree: it would make sense for the windshield control to be on the handlebars, but it is not. I did like the location for this much better on the earlier models.
  15. blacklightning

    Test Drove A Goldwing Trike

    I have never ridden one, but I can see it being just as you described. The one that I would like to drive is the Stallion with the 2.3L ford engine and steering wheel. I am guessing that it is the same way.
  16. blacklightning

    Plane for sale

    I think for that price, they could at least throw in a couple of air to surface missles.
  17. blacklightning

    I Killed My Battery - left it on a tender... New battery awaiting collection!

    Funny that you should post this. I just replaced the original battery in my 2021 RTL with the same battery from Batteries Plus. I also left my switch on after going in the frunk for registration information to participate in a local parade on 12/14. I also tried the battery tender for 24...
  18. blacklightning

    What is the difference between an F3L and an F3T ?????

    You indeed do have a Limited. In addition to the chrome pieces and floorboards, you should have heated grips, which is an option on the F3T. By having a 2016 F3L, you also get the larger rear sprocket. The later year F3L have the smaller one.
  19. blacklightning

    How many watts can the USB ports on the 2023 RTL provide?

    I had my phone plugged into the USB port on the dash of my 2021 RTL. It maintained the current level of charge on the phone, but if it was low, it would not charge it up. I also got an "!" mark on my dash for about 1/2 mile on my last trip. While in for a saddle bag repair, I asked them to see...
  20. blacklightning

    1st ride on the Snake after Helene

    That is awesome! I was looking into either doing a day trip up to ride the Snake and Back of the Dragon on Saturday, since Saturday was the latest sunset that we will have for a while. But wife had other plans for me, so I didn't get any riding in this weekend. And on top of that, a guy was...
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