• 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. 3Willie

    New side panel “fake” post replacements needed

    I can not read the parts number since they do not get big enough. What is the part number for those plastic studs that are attached with security torx screws on the front side body panels. A friend of mine has a broken on and one close to breaking. The previous owner had bent them badly when...
  2. 3Willie

    Installed Spyderpops Top Brake Light on my 2015 RT

    Installing this kit on my 2016 RTS. The Top LED strip is a lot longer than where it seems to fit. Is the extra just designed to put behind the tupperware?
  3. 3Willie

    Got my cup holder

    2016 Can-Am RTS
  4. 3Willie

    Got my cup holder

    Does the cup holder swivel when you turn so your cup stays level or does it just 'lean' over as you turn? Looking for one that pivots to keep my coffee cup level during turns.
  5. 3Willie

    Oil Change on 2016 RTS is a pain

    Yep, feeling pretty dumb. Walked back out to my shop and immediately saw why the security torx are there. Put the pins back on the torx and will finish assembly tomorrow.. Thanks for the kind lesson and suggestions!! I would still put the oil filter in a different place where it could be...
  6. 3Willie

    Oil Change on 2016 RTS is a pain

    I do have the Magic Mirrors and agree they are a great option. Will check the security torx tomorrow to see what you are talking about. Maybe I was just being grouchy!! :lecturef_smilie:
  7. 3Willie

    Oil Change on 2016 RTS is a pain

    Just changed the oil on my 2016 RTS for the first time since I bought it. Several comments 1. Why do they use security torx for the body panels? 2. Why did they bury everything so deep under the tupperware? 3.Has any one else wanted to slap one of the design engineers when changing the oil...
  8. 3Willie

    Quatrac SL 165/60R15 fronts rubbing on fenders - anyone else? Fixes?

    After reading some comments, I have to totally agree on using shims, not bending a hollow tube bracket. Shims in place and quite a bit of clearance. Test drove today and all is well. Only have about 15 miles on them, but can already tell a huge difference over the OEM tires. The Vredestein...
  9. 3Willie

    Quatrac SL 165/60R15 fronts rubbing on fenders - anyone else? Fixes?

    Tire rubbing problem solved after adding 3 washers on the rear fender brackets and two on the front ones. Put in longer bolts to make sure I still have enough bolts to keep the fender rigid. Will test drive soon, but no rubbing after washers were added. Pretty hard to understand how they were...
  10. 3Willie

    Quatrac SL 165/60R15 fronts rubbing on fenders - anyone else? Fixes?

    Replaced the tires with the same size tires that were on it and tire pressure is at 18. Will take the fender loose tomorrow and see if there is any wiggle room for adjusting, then shim as needed. I bought the bike from an older friend that may well have bumped something along the way. By the...
  11. 3Willie

    Quatrac SL 165/60R15 fronts rubbing on fenders - anyone else? Fixes?

    I just installed a set of Vredstein Quatrac 165-60r 15 tires and the tire is rubbing on the inside of the left fender. Looks like the right side has about 1/2 inch more clearance room on the tire and it does not rub. Wondering if I could just bend the fender support away from the tire by using...
  12. 3Willie

    Opinion needed for Oil on 2016 RTS

    Thanks for confirming my thoughts. I have an Amsoil membership, so buy my oil direct and use it on all of my vehicles.
  13. 3Willie

    Opinion needed for Oil on 2016 RTS

    I have about 9 quarts of Amsoil 10W40 Synthetic oil left from my previous Spyder. Specs on the 2016 RT call for 5W40. What are your thoughts on using the 10W40 for the next oil change on the 2016 RTS? Will order the 5W40 on next order, but do not want to waste the very good Amsoil oil I have...
  14. 3Willie

    2008 GS Rear Brake Caliper Piston Will not Retract fully--Need advice!!

    The mechanic said the rake failure code only occurred once and 'guessed' that it was caused by the worn pads on the rear. Can't remember if I told him I had topped off the brake fluid or not. Was pleased that they did not charge me to clear the code though.
  15. 3Willie

    2008 GS Rear Brake Caliper Piston Will not Retract fully--Need advice!!

    Tried all of the different fixes suggested on this thread, but did not get the code cleared until the dealer hooked it up to his computer.
  16. 3Willie

    2008 GS Rear Brake Caliper Piston Will not Retract fully--Need advice!!

    Midwest Sports cleared the one time brake failure code at no charge. Said it was likely due to the very worn rear brake pads. All has been good since. Thanks for all of the suggestions and input!!!
  17. 3Willie

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Tried the above reset procedure several times without any success. Will try the battery disconnect next to see if that will help.
  18. 3Willie

    2008 GS Rear Brake Caliper Piston Will not Retract fully--Need advice!!

    Not quite happy yet. Still showing the 'brake failure' code, but figure I may just have a shop do a brake flush and clear the codes at the same time. Tried several different approaches to clearing the code suggested on this website, but none worked. Thanks again for all of the helpful suggestions!!
  19. 3Willie

    2008 GS Rear Brake Caliper Piston Will not Retract fully--Need advice!!

    Simplest solutions are the best!!! Forgot that over the years, I had to adjust the cam mechanism on the parking brake. When I rotated the cam back to the start position, the piston retracted properly. New brake pads all the way around and will soon give it a test drive. New DOT4 brake fluid...
  20. 3Willie

    2008 GS Rear Brake Caliper Piston Will not Retract fully--Need advice!!

    Will look at flushing all. At this point, just wondering if I may just need to get a new caliper. Never seen one this tight. Acts like it bottoms out about 1/4 inch before the piston is close to flush with the housing.
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