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    2020 RT - front seat won't stay raised - any solutions?

    K80 Shooter came up with the fix. Here's the thread where it's discussed. https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?142257-2020-RTL-Seat-strut
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    Ride comparison between previous and current generation RTs

    I went from a 14 RT to a 2020 RTL, so I'll give you my take. The differences are subtle, but the 2020 variant is an improvement overall. The suspension changes are slight, but noticeable. On my 14 I installed the Baja Ron swaybar and Elka front shock, because I felt they were necessary. On...
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    What would cause a torn clutch drum? RSS V-Twin SE5

    Do you think you got all of the debris out? That looks like a lot loose metal could be floating around inside the engine, which could be catastrophic.
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    2020 RTL Seat strut barely holds the seat open - ideas?

    Okay, I got and installed the parts. They work well, nothing super dramatic, it just works. The seat will now lift on its own and stay up when fueling, which it never did. Adding the plastic tip vs the OEM pot metal bracket tip is a nice extra touch. It does lift the seat slightly higher and...
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    Any ideas on where to get a Clutch basket?

    The earlier 998 twin was made by Rotax for Aprilia, as stated. It's likely Rotax used the same clutch basket on several different models, so you might cross reference the part numbers to see and verify.
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    2020 RTL Seat strut barely holds the seat open - ideas?

    I've grown tired of fighting with the seat on my 2020 RTL too, so I'll try the K80 method. Thanks, Shooter for the part numbers. I've ordered them and will post up my results and observations. ;)
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    What should I have serviced, 2013 RT with 3,200 miles

    The only point I'll add to the good advice given, is that I would also recommend new antifreeze. Not a big deal, but worth doing. I wouldn't worry about a flush, just drain and replace is good enough. I also wouldn't worry about replacing the fuel filter. Fresh gas is good enough there too.
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    Steering on Spyder RTL freezing unexpectedly - anyone know why? Fixes?

    Possibly as bad sensor giving a false reading the "nanny". It's possible that it could be mechanical, but the mechanics of the steering are very simple and basic, so while possible, less likely than a faulty sensor (of which there are more than a few). Now having said that, it always pays to...
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    What a difference a riser makes

    Another vote for the Lamonster risers. They work well and look factory original. :clap:
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    Anyone recommend a good Corded tire inflator?

    This is what I carry. I've only used it once and it worked well. Nice and compact. https://www.amazon.com/Slime-40061-Power-Sport-Inflator/dp/B07N41TXTQ/ref=sr_1_77?crid=TOE1SWA3FSN2&keywords=slime+tire+sealant+kit&qid=1661611283&sprefix=slime+tire+sealant%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-77
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    Is the General Altimax RT45 an upgraded RT43?

    Yes, apparently so. https://www.tirereview.com/general-tire-altimax-rt45/
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    My 2010 RTS just went up in a ball of flames

    Glad you're okay too. Unfortunately, it was/is a not unheard-of problem with the early models. They had very poor heat management. The above advice is sound for any early model owner. I would also add, removing some of the splash guards underneath to promote air flow and cool the engine...
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    Searching for seals/flat ring on rear brake caliper piston - RT 2010

    To the OP and others, the early Spyder brakes were not made by Brembo. Both front and rear were Chinese made units. The fronts were rough copies of the Brembo brake, but the rear was and remains a non-Brembo unit. Whether or not Brembo parts fit or not, I don't know. I do know the current...
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    Searching for seals/flat ring on rear brake caliper piston - RT 2010

    IIRC, the rear brake caliper on the early Spyders (and possibly current) were the same as the Ural motorcycle sidecar version, so you could take a poke around and see if that helps.
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    ECM and 50.1 Dash Firmware Update - BRP Notification Info Needed?

    In the past whenever there was a revised version of the firmware BRP's position was the updated firmware was specific to the year of manufacture of the product and would not update older models. I can't say if that holds true for every update and every year, but that was my previous experience.
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    Anyone Replaced their front pulley (sprocket) using the old bolt? Pro's & Con's??

    I pulled mine on my new 2020 to check and see if the spine came with lube (it did, but not much), relubricated the spine shaft, cleaned the bolt and reinstalled using loctite. No worries. Some people have posted in the past that it was a one-time only part. Without being a material engineer...
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    New Guy on Left Coast - looking at buying a Ryker or maybe Spyder, but which model?

    From what your describing, it sounds like the ST variant would be closest to your desires.
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    2016 RT - any suggestions for a longer lasting rear tire? estimated mileage?

    Your rear tire mileage is similar to what I've experienced traveling throughout the Western US, especially Commiefornia. The best mileage I've gotten out of rear tire so far is the Cooper CS5 Utra Touring. It's a fairly hard rubber tire (640 UTQG), but I never noticed any difficulties in...
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    New Guy on Left Coast - looking at buying a Ryker or maybe Spyder, but which model?

    Rich, I agree a Spyder sounds more like your cuppa, rather than the Ryker. The F3 could do it, but the F3 is built around a Harley type of ride positioning, so if you like that type of body position, then that's it. If you prefer a more traditional motorcycle ride position, ie: ride on top...
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    Anyone used Redline Synthetic Oil? Any length of change improvements?

    I use only Red Line in my BMW motorcycle transmission and rear end (final drive), and when I had my various Harley's I only used Red Line in all three holes (engine, transmission and clutch). I've never done testing on it, so I can't say from a scientific standpoint how it performed. However...
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