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    So, how fast can a spyder go and safely make a sharp right turn at an intersection?

    Thanks for the advice on this thread and others. I have been riding about a month with 1K miles. To me the muscles pulling seem to have more fine tuning ability than pushing. I feel much more confident pulling now, no over steer back again. Seems much more control pulling. Just did a google...
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    Doing away with DESS using BUDS Megatech

    I recently bought a 2014 RTL. I have been reading about the DESS issue, and having had a car in the past with a similar issue, wanted to get it resolved. I never had the DESS message pop up. Last night, my wife who nearly never rides it, pulled in from the driveway into the garage. I go to...
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    Installed GPS Mount on 2012 Spyder RT SE5 Limited Edition

    I also have 2014RT. Can't answer your questions, but also thinking of putting in a GPS. I don't know anything about it. But why not a newer unit like an XT or something? Would there be mounting plates and wiring fit for it, or is this only available for a 665?
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    Anyone know how to add a strobe/flasher to RT Brake Lights?

    I ordered these as well. I also ordered the ShowChrome rear top light. I was thinking of only the upper brake light as well, but since they come two to a pack and I need to get to the right-side light anyway, I am thinking of making the sides flash as well. So I would install the flasher before...
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    Lift Jacks Revisited - what's a viable lift jack to SAFELY raise a Spyder?

    Isn't that too light for the weight? Do you use jack stands after it is up?
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    How's your gas mileage???

    Om my 2014 RT, I tried one tank riding like crazy, high revs, fast as I could accelerate without squeeling tire. That got me 25 mpg. Next tank I ran in eco, trying to match green arrow shifting, and slow but still quicker than car acceleration. That got me 34 MPG. Use it for a to b errand...
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    Where's the best Lift Jack Location?

    If lifting under the A Arm, then where would you put the jack stand? Shouldn't the jack stand be under the A Arm?
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    Need to know Jacking points using a floor jack?

    It seems nobody ever explains where the jack point is to raise one wheel at a time. The responses always seem to be use the frame down the middle or jack one wheel at a time. Where is the jack point to raise one wheel at a time? I want to raise it up and then put a jack stand under.
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    Where do you jack the Spyder Up?

    Isn't there a place to jack up one side at a time, instead of under the main beam in the middle? I believe there is another thread showing pictures of that. I recall a comment not to bend the gear link on the left side.
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    FAQ's about BajaRon Sway Bar Kits

    I bought a used 2014 RTS and am at least the 3rd owner. Seller had the Spyder for three years and only 1K miles, did nothing to it, and doesn't have previous maintenance records. Is there a way I can tell if this Spyder might already have an upgraded sway bar? I saw a vlogger, who in the demo...
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    Anyone with BUDS in Twin Cities Minnesota area to disable DESS?

    Just bought a 2014 and the seller could only find one key. Would like to have DESS removed, or as another option program a new key. Or, I suppose if there is enough interest, go together with some people to purchase a BUDS system. I have had problems in the past with a car that had security...
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    Anyone tried "Speed Bleeders" brake bleeders?

    What about the review on the site? https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0143 "Great concept, but doesn't work I purchased two of these. One came without the inner check valve. It was replaced in two days, great service! However, after that one of the units check feature wasn't air tight. The...
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    Is it possible to do an Oil Change without a lift?

    Sarge707. I tried it and was only able to get 3.6 of the 5.3 by suction on my 2014 RT. So doesn't look like this is going to work well for me. I could put it on my inclined driveway. Anyone have an idea whether having the front or back higher would put more oil at the dipstick, or even side to...
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    Where is everyone getting SE5 Oil Filter and Oil these days?

    Picked up 3 gallons of Rotella T6 at Menards for $6.35 per gallon after rebates.
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    Is it possible to do an Oil Change without a lift?

    Originally Answered: Official Benz dealer changes Oil by vaccum/extraction from the top, do you think that it is acceptable? Official Benz dealer changes Oil by vaccum/extraction from the top, do you think that it is acceptable? This is a very acceptable way of removing oil from a sump. It is...
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    Is it possible to do an Oil Change without a lift?

    Yes, I see a lot on the testing. My only thought was for low usage it may be better to replace the oil easily in a year, to remove moisture, than to keep it in for several years, as some have done. Low usage should have less contaminant, so not too concerned about the filter, or some oil at the...
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    Who out there has Removed their Zumo mount and wiring? Use it for USB/phone?

    Is there a current Zumo replacement GPS? I also just bought a 2014 RT. Seller couldn't find the GPS and said they could never get it to work anyway.
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    Is it possible to do an Oil Change without a lift?

    The Mercedes dealers suck the oil out. They don't drain it and their cars do have drain plugs. (My Crossfire is a Mercedes built engine). So I do the same. I wonder if we analyzed the oil for example on a Spyder with 6K miles vs one with 1K, but 12 months time. Which oil do you think would be...
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    Where is the ENGINE VIN located on the Engine Block?

    With some effort we found it behind and to the right. So from OP's picture (which I can't see a number on either), it is to the right and behind. We were able to feel some numbers back there, clean them off, and get a phone back there with a few attempts and were able to get a picture of the...
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    Where is the ENGINE VIN located on the Engine Block?

    Your picture doesn't show a number. I followed what you said and we can't find the number either. Where is the number? Is it the sticker on the back of the computer? I am in MN as well, removed left side and computer. I cannot see a number.
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