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  1. J

    What Rear Tire Size is needed to correct the speedo?

    Another added benefit, though slight, is that according to my odometer I have ridden 1,308 miles and the GPS says I have ridden 1,319 so far this year. That gives me a .33 mpg increase!
  2. J

    Leak comes and goes? Shop did not find it. Help???

    If you don't want to buy the pressure test kit many auto parts places allow you to rent the kit and you get your money back if you return it in a reasonalbe amount of time. Do take your cap in to make sure the kit has what you need.
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    Leak comes and goes? Shop did not find it. Help???

    On my 2016 RTL my oetiker clamp on the hose going to the right radiator started seeping. I had to remove the battery to get a clear shot to remove it.
  4. J

    HowTo: Setting the front tire pressures equally each side.

    The book and stickers only apply if you are still using the OEM tires.
  5. J

    Does this Ultra Plus Full Synthetic 10W40 oil work for our Spyders?

    It meets all the requirements. Run it and then have the oil analyzed. We all would like to see the results.
  6. J

    About to replace the Fuel filter on my 2021 RT - what is the best type of hose clamp, and what sizes are needed?

    At 50,000 miles my right radiator oetiker clamp was weeping very slightly. To access the crimp I had to remove the battery. Replaced it with an old school worm good quality screw type.
  7. J

    2016 Spyder F3 hard starting when hot.

    Your Spyder does not act like mine. My initial cranking speed is noticeably slower especially if a cold morning. After a ride and restart the engine spins much quicker. Can it be that after your engine warms up the starter drags? Sorry, I don't know how to troubleshoot that. Just a thought after...
  8. J

    Does the Evap canister pre-filter need to be changed? If so, is it DIY, or take it to a Dealer?

    At $10.00 they are making $8.00. Just take it apart, blow it off, wash it, dry it, and maybe add a couple drops of oil. Done mine 2x and maybe next time I will replace!
  9. J

    Does the Evap canister pre-filter need to be changed? If so, is it DIY, or take it to a Dealer?

    On my 2016 RTL, I was able to take mine apart and cleaned it. I have done this twice now. It gets pretty dirty.
  10. J

    How do we add rider map to our Signature block?

    Ditto for me also. Just added mine today.
  11. J

    What can I do to get a straight shot at the Rear Tire valve Stem?

    Received it yesterday. I love the automatic clip-on feature. Once attached it is a one hand operation. I was able to check and inflate my car and van in less than 5 minutes for both. The hose is narrow enough to fit between the double spokes on the sprocket in case the stem in hidden by them...
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    What can I do to get a straight shot at the Rear Tire valve Stem?

    Thanks for the info. Just ordered one. Tired of having to hold my tongue in just the rite position to inflate. Now I will be able to inflate and check in one step.
  13. J

    Anyone tried Slime in the Rear wheel? How did it work?

    It looks like the consensus is that Slime is a no-go for the Spyder. I am using Ride-On motorcycle formula because can't find the auto formula. I started using Ride-On because of endorsements I found on this forum a while back and I like it so far. Anyone had any balance issues, leak failures...
  14. J

    Anyone tried Slime in the Rear wheel? How did it work?

    I think they are recommending the motorcycle formula because the auto/suv formula is impossible to find. I looked for months on their site and it was always out of stock. i wanted the auto because it is thinner making it better for balancing and not as good for repair of a leak. My bike...
  15. J

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Took a ride yesterday as it almost got to 50F yesterday. Its amazing how 50 feels like 60 when you have been exposed to zero and below for awhile. Back to the deep freeze for the upcoming week!
  16. J

    HowTo: Change Rear Tire

    OEM Kenda was changed out at 10,355 miles. Center was completely gone and had serious hydroplaning issues. (28PSI) Kumho Ecsta 225/50R15 (28PSI) changed out at 14,890 miles. Hydroplaning not as severe but tire down to wear bars in center. Vred Quadrac 205/60R15 (17PSI) changed out at 28,896...
  17. J

    5 MOTORCYCLES THAT ARE NOTORIOUSLY EXPENSIVE TO MAINTAIN

    I purchased my 2016RTL in September 2020 with 4,722 miles on it. It now has 56,947. The only dealer performed work to date is a rear tire change to a non OEM tire I purchased elsewhere. Total cost for tire and dealer work was a whooping $305. I am a self proclaimed spreadsheet junkie. Here are...
  18. J

    Any Full Synthetic oils that DON'T have issues with clutch slipping? RS V-twin motor

    Taking oil out of the equation, do you use the higher shift point rpms that is suggested on this site? That will put less stress on your clutch.
  19. J

    Need 2011 Torque values for Rear tire replacement

    Is 160 the correct torque for the rear wheel axle for a 2011?
  20. J

    Rear axle nut cover fell off - doesn't 'snap' on! Anyone lost one?

    How many have similar covers for the 2 front hubs?
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