• There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.

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  1. PW2013STL

    Brake fluid compatibility - can I mix OEM with Prestone DOT 4 synthetic?

    Since DOT 4 and 5.1 are both glycol-based brake fluids they are compatible with each other, which means they can be readily mixed without harming your brake system. It is important never to mistake DOT 5.1 (glycol-based) with DOT 5 which is silicone-based and should never be mixed with any other...
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    RoadRunner article re: innovation and evolution

    With the push for electric cars its just a matter of time before that's all we can purchase regardless what we want. {12 State Governors Support A Ban on Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles in the U.S. by 2035 The governors of California, New York, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Connecticut...
  3. PW2013STL

    Wet weather tire and gear report

    We run the Vredestein Q's on both our 2020 and 21 RT's as well as our previous F3's and they have been fantastic in the rain as well as dry roads. Worth every penny!
  4. PW2013STL

    Brake fluid compatibility - can I mix OEM with Prestone DOT 4 synthetic?

    Just did both my wife's 2021 RT and my 2020 RT. What I use was https://www.harborfreight.com/brake-fluid-bleeder-92924.html. Interesting that the 2021 oem fluid was the same color as the 2020. Looked like coffee.
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    2020 RT right saddle bag not opening - cable rusted!

    I have had issues with my saddle bag latches snapping off. Last year the right side snapped off and was replaced under warranty. Earlier this year it was the left side, also replaced under warranty. Now my right side doesn't want to open. After reading Joel the Biker's post about his latch...
  6. PW2013STL

    Having trouble with 2019 RTL seat bolt removal - help? Ideas?

    Have you tried a flat screwdriver with the tip between the plastic nut and the mount?
  7. PW2013STL

    ISCI Hand Brake for '21 Spyder RT - Is it worth the money?

    We had installed one on our 2014 RT. It was nice for when I had my feet on the hiway bars, but not really needed. We did not install one on our 2020 and 2021 RT's. We also found no need for hiway bars on these as there is so much more room on the 2020+ RT's.
  8. PW2013STL

    Installing Trailer hitch - avoiding obstruction in axle housing?

    You can, but if the replacement axle is covered under warranty so would the labor. I would have the dealer do it.
  9. PW2013STL

    Oh my... lower psi in car tires on Spyder's really works!

    I told someone at Spyderfest how to do this and he was amazed.
  10. PW2013STL

    TricLed Sequential LED Turn Signals & Running Lights - Anyone else having issues??

    I have replaced them on my 2020 RT 3 times and now a number of leds on the left side are out. I like the looks of them, but now thinking of getting the ones from Spyder Pops as that's what I put on my wife's 2021 StS.
  11. PW2013STL

    Having trouble getting 2020 RT Rear seat to click in - any fixes?

    Had the same issue recently. Turn out my connection for the heated seat was in the way. Once I tucked I into the opening on the left by the hand grip the seat latched.
  12. PW2013STL

    Solo to Alaska

    David, When Kathy and I did our Alaska trip (North to Alaska group) I had changed the oil before we left and again when we got home. A total of 9600 miles on the oil. I had used BRP's full synthetic oil. I did send a sample to Blackstone labs and the report stated it was still good for another...
  13. PW2013STL

    Changing Fuel filter - what tupperware needs to be removed?

    I use Oetiker clamps also, but I do not have that special tool. I use an end cutter, but don't apply enough pressure to cut the clamp (it takes a lot of pressure to cut those clamps) never had an issue with them leaking. https://www.lowes.com/pd/KNIPEX-7-15-in-End-Cutting-Pliers/1000698010
  14. PW2013STL

    Yay/Nay/NA on a Mo-Door Garage Door Opener?

    I installed one on each of our spyders. I went with the flat button. I mounted the button close to the bottom of the speaker grills with the main unit inside the speaker housing velcro-ed down. They work great and the flat black button blends in with the black dash. I have been using them for...
  15. PW2013STL

    Where to buy 2020 RTL Petrol Metallic color to fix chips and nicks?

    Scratchshappen.com Change to motorcycle and put in the year and model.
  16. PW2013STL

    What's up with the New 2022 RTL trailer hitch and module - no part #?

    I beleave it may have something to do with reports that the 2022 RT's are coming with a different rear axle and the long bolt that slides though to hold the hitch on will not fit. If this is the case than an axle from an earlier year would need to be used. As for the wire harness we just used...
  17. PW2013STL

    Doing 1st oil change (Spyder RT) I have a few questions (((Pics)))

    One thing you could try is take a stiff wire (wire coat hanger) and file a point on one end then bent it up so that you can slide it into the tube then press it up/down to pierce the tube and pull it out. I stopped putting that tube back and I have 38,000 miles on my 2020 without any issues with...
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    Doing 1st oil change (Spyder RT) I have a few questions (((Pics)))

    As EdMat stated did you look for the black piece of air hose that BRP puts behind the reservoir? That does a great job of locking in place. As he stated pull it out using nettle nose plyers and then you should have no problem removing the reservoir.
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    Doing 1st oil change (Spyder RT) I have a few questions (((Pics)))

    The oil filter is under the right side cover. you will need to lift the brake master cylinder up and out to give you clearance to remove the filter. The cover on the filter is 36mm nut. Same size as the rear axle nut.
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    Doing 1st oil change (Spyder RT) I have a few questions (((Pics)))

    For the rear I made a box 7" wide by 12" long using 2x6 and a 1/2" piece of plywood on the bottom. I jack up the Spyder using a harbor freight motorcycle lift with one arm as close to the back of the center frame, but clear of the spring. I then lift it high enough to slide the box under the...
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