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  1. BajaRon

    2010 Spyder won’t start! Got a new battery and put it in, everything looks normal, but only clicks once! Any Help?

    Sorry, I interpreted the 'Click' in your post as a starter click. Not the key clicking. Sent me in the wrong direction. Thank you CopperSpyder!
  2. BajaRon

    2010 Spyder won’t start! Got a new battery and put it in, everything looks normal, but only clicks once! Any Help?

    Loose or dirty connection points will light everything up but will not carry the amperage to start your engine. This means both ends of your cables. They need to be shiny bright clean and good tight surface contact.
  3. BajaRon

    When should you change your Spark Plugs?

    The typical resistor spark plug has a 5,000-ohm resistor. Though this can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer and application to application. Resistors come in various configurations depending on the quality of the spark plug. I've not tested the NGK Iridium IX plugs we sell because it is...
  4. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    We've gotten some Spyders in that were taken off pavement. We even had one that was stolen and found in a rock pile. You can get away with it on very good roads if you're careful. But you're right, the Spyder and Ryker are pavement queens. I have a 900' gravel driveway and my Spyder does fine on...
  5. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    It is probably more dangerous now than it was when I rode there. Faster, more capable machines. And more people. Had a good friend with a buggy who didn't think he needed a containment net. I still see a good number of people running without them. He was a great driver, but no one is perfect...
  6. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    Galamis possibilities that were less than appealing. Especially on 2 wheels. Have another beer anyone? -
  7. BajaRon

    Can a Used ECM be married to a bad one without BUDS?

    You will need BUDS to make a replacement ECM functional, as Snowbelt Spyder points out. We have had good luck at the shop with used eBay ECM's. But if you go that route, don't take the seller's word for anything. Not that they are necessarily lying to you. But most have no idea what works with...
  8. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    I know we are going far afield. But I never really enjoyed the dunes. Did Galamis and Pismo Beach several times. Nothing eats HP like dunes. Speed & momentum are your only friends. Lose either and you're pretty much done on 2 wheels. I never ran a paddle track so that was also problematic on the...
  9. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    My initial reaction was similar. There is a lot about the Spyder that is not motorcycle. And I felt that the Canyon might be a machine without a purpose. But I've been wrong before. And I never want to tell someone else how to have fun or what they should be riding, though I will share...
  10. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    Most of the serious improvements to existing vehicles are accomplished by aftermarket producers, though the manufacturers do try to make changes to faulty systems with warranty upgrades depending on the seriousness and level of bad press they get. Additionally, manufacturers often incorporate...
  11. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    I think what confuses me, and maybe others, is that it is well established that the Canyon is an off pavement vehicle, not an off road vehicle. And this before your first post. You are asking for upgrades that can only be construed as at least moving your Canyon towards the OHV category. When...
  12. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    Now that's a BEAST! But Shame On You! Those are Not BRP approved tires for the Spyder!!!
  13. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    I know exactly what you mean. I carry a tire gauge. But I've used it on other people's rides many more times than on my own. Same goes for my Krikit II belt tension gauge. And once they find out you have it, word goes out and it keeps things busy around the gathering places. But with over 13"...
  14. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    Had a friend that used to ice race his Harley in the 50's. I remember him commenting on how it got even more exciting as spikes became dislodged from the tires. Yes, people do like to spend a lot of money on their rides, even if they aren't trying to make it do something it was not designed for.
  15. BajaRon

    Any experience or ideas on Increasing Ground Clearance on the Canyon Models?

    The unfortunate fact in this conversation is that a trike is not a good platform for traversing low traction or off pavement surfaces. For other than a snowmobile, the old saying 'You can't make a silk purse out of a sows ear' comes to mind. Though that has not kept people from trying. So we...
  16. BajaRon

    2025 Improved Sea to Sky Tires, how are they?

    You're exactly right, no matter the subject. There is fact, and there is opinion. It's important to know the difference. The problem comes when a person thinks these two are the same thing. Everyone is wrong sometimes. Just own up to it, get it right, and move on. It's not a crime.
  17. BajaRon

    2025 Improved Sea to Sky Tires, how are they?

    My intention is not to call Smoaks out. I don't know the man and I have not watched his videos. I only hope to lay some fact down so that people can make their own mind up. The owner is the one paying for and riding the machine. They deserve straight answers. I understand the corporate...
  18. BajaRon

    2025 Improved Sea to Sky Tires, how are they?

    Thank you for providing this, McClendons. This is long, but I feel it is important. Everything I say references a good quality aftermarket car tire suited to the Spyder's needs. Much of the statements from Smoke input are based on the Spyder being a motorcycle, which it is not. It is a 3...
  19. BajaRon

    2025 Improved Sea to Sky Tires, how are they?

    That would be great! Thanks! To be fair, there are more car tires out there that would also get my 'Danger, Danger' response than tires I would recommend. Just installing any old car tire that fits under the fenders isn't necessarily a good way to go. There are huge differences in performance...
  20. BajaRon

    2025 Improved Sea to Sky Tires, how are they?

    Do you have a link to this? What reason does he give for his statement?
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