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  1. VitoNam

    Recall - 2017-2019 RT and F3 Engine Output Shaft Can Break!

    Nothing here in Minnesota.
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    Recall - 2017-2019 RT and F3 Engine Output Shaft Can Break!

    I received my recall notice today. Happy Halloween?
  3. VitoNam

    1330 HCM Filter Dissection - here's what it looks like!

    For anyone who's curious about what the internals are of a 1330 HCM filter look like, here you are:
  4. VitoNam

    Two Oil Observations ... I think ...

    * Thanks Ron. I always trust your judgment and knowledge. * What do you think about just changing out the filter before reaching the 9K?
  5. VitoNam

    Two Oil Observations ... I think ...

    * I recently changed to Amsoil 10-40 Metric * I can now go 9,000 miles before an oil change * I put about 3K+ miles a year on my 2018 F3L * It takes me three years to go 9,000 miles Questions: * Is it smart to run that oil for three years before a change? * Should I just change out the filter...
  6. VitoNam

    Where did you get your "Handle"?

    Earned my Nick Name "Vito" one night in the spring of 1968 on LZ Betty three klicks outside the ancient capital of Vietnam Quang Tri, in I Corps, close to the DMZ. There were four of us troops who hung out in a Conex Box after hours. One my buddies, Pat, was a virtual encyclopedia of movies...
  7. VitoNam

    How likely are Gang encounters on the road?

    * Why start off buying TWO RT's? * I suggest buying ONE RT, learn the machine riding SOLO then graduate to riding TWO UP. * IF that doesn't work for you, then purchase a second RT. * ONE RT though, will be able to move the TWO of you comfortably for long distances.
  8. VitoNam

    Rear Parking Brake Not Releasing on 2019 F3-S - is this the correct TSB?

    Here is my observation of this situation: https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?152491-F3L-Parking-Brake-locking-on-any-advice&p=1658828#post1658828
  9. VitoNam

    What Max Temp Reading have you seen for ambient air on your Spyder?

    My 2018 F3L has always read up to 4 degrees above ambient. A quick mental calculation puts it into a proper ambient perspective.
  10. VitoNam

    Want to make it easier to remove the bugs - what wax should be used, if at all?

    A way to "dissolve" bugs, and their related spatter, is to first spray the area with Hydrogen Peroxide. Bugs will literally "foam" up and will be very easy to wipe off. Like others here have said, use what ever type of wax or protectant works for you. The peroxide will not harm anything.
  11. VitoNam

    Rear brake pads frustration - any ideas on how to loosen all the Loctite??

    A bit of heat on the bolt head should make that yellow Loctite loosen.
  12. VitoNam

    How many of you have had Parking Brake motor failures?

    Sure, give it a try to see what works for you.
  13. VitoNam

    How many of you have had Parking Brake motor failures?

    Isopedella: I just put as much slack in the cable as I could get. There's really not a whole lot of slack available to begin with as you'll see. In my situation, there is still plenty of "grab" on brake pads to the rotor. I have no worries about the machine rolling away.
  14. VitoNam

    How many of you have had Parking Brake motor failures?

    It's a well know problem as you'll see as others chime in, or not, about the problem. In 2021, the parking brake on my 2018 F3Ltd would not release and got the code specific to the problem. I got out the shop manual to see how things worked. I decided to in put ALL THE SLACK I could on the...
  15. VitoNam

    Ultimate floorboards or smaller floorboards?

    Having an F3L, with the Ultimates, they don't come with pegs and I never ride -aggressively- so I can't answer that question for you.
  16. VitoNam

    Anyone tried the Hornet Electric Deer Whistle?

    Did I just read the name David Hough? I believe it's the first time I've ever heard his name, or a suggestion of one of his intelligent/profound motorcycling books, mentioned here at SL. BRAVO Columbia!
  17. VitoNam

    Ultimate floorboards or smaller floorboards?

    Another Thumbs Up for the Ultimates. There are many fitment options for our F3's. Here are mine, on my F3L, they are #4's. It makes mounting (getting on) the machine much easier and more comfortable being able to shift your leg position. You won't (most likely) regret the purchase.
  18. VitoNam

    What bike did you ride to get your motorcycle license ??

    In 1973, I attained my MC license on a new holdover 1972 Yamaha RD350. I paid $725 for it, enjoyed it, and sold it in 1974 for $750. I still have it's license plate.
  19. VitoNam

    Ever taken the ferry between South Baymouth, Ontario, and Tobermory?

    Chi-Cheemaun is a Ferry that sails on Lake Huron.
  20. VitoNam

    2023 F3-T Limp home mode/check engine light- any ideas?

    It's always good to hear what the solutions are to problems. Thanks!
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