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  1. PistonBlown

    Next Gen Spyder Drvetrain

    Got through two belts so far, both damaged by stones. A common problem over here because of the chip and tar resurfacing.
  2. PistonBlown

    Rain Gear

    Not cheap but I wear Klim Kodiak Jacket and pants. Basically the same as the Klim Badlands Pro but different cut which suits my long limbs better. As its Gortex Pro there's no need to put on waterproofs when it rains. Lots of vents to keep you cool when riding, the mix of vents means you can...
  3. PistonBlown

    Tahiti

    If your flying in that direction then why not go a bit further and come and see us in New Zealand? ;-)
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    Pistonblown

    Scott Base Find it on Map!
  5. PistonBlown

    My Aux Gas Tank!

    There's no signs of any issues with the rack, mount or tank after a years riding - I originally did the work on this over the x-mas break. Checked the fuel line a couple of weeks ago to make sure there were it hadn't rubbed anywhere and all was fine, making grommets using sugru has worked The...
  6. PistonBlown

    How many here rode a motorcycle to high school?

    Honda CG125 and Honda CD175 both in this pic College was a Triumph 350 side valve inherited from my uncle which I'm guessing was originally ww2 army surplice. Hardtail backend and sprung seat, the springer frontend had been replaced with forks of some small Japanese bike but still handled...
  7. PistonBlown

    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Sheared the head off one of the oil filter cover bolts off while doing what was supposed to be a quick service - bother.
  8. PistonBlown

    Concealed carry on a RT - which holster?

    And of course all those guns you have in the US have done wonders in lowering the number of deaths. As someone one who has seen more than enough violence in my 50 years, most recently being within two metres of the Christchurch shooter, I see no need for them. So time for me to leave...
  9. PistonBlown

    Concealed carry on a RT - which holster?

    Only in the US... Te aroha, te whakapono me te rangimarie tatou tatou e
  10. PistonBlown

    Where did the hearing protection thread go?

    I was born with an average 40% hearing loss. However it wasn't an even loss but dips in the middle so low tones are only 20%, high 30% but middle 60%. This meant I never heard birdsong until I started working and was able to purchase my first decent pair of hearing aids. What's happened now...
  11. PistonBlown

    Hydroplaning...

    In normal rain you can actually have fun riding on a Spyder, while at best on a motorbike its a chore and can be downright miserable. But your right, in very heavy rain when the road starts turning into a shallow lake then like any vehicle the Spyder will aquaplane. To give an example I had...
  12. PistonBlown

    Garmin map update.

    Here's a fix for the 590 batteries which may work for 660 ones if they have a similar connector: http://outsider-adventure.blogspot.com/2017/06/garmin-zumo-590lm-battery-fix.html Fixed my 590 battery this way.
  13. PistonBlown

    Bar ends 2009 spyder?

    I used Oxford Carbon Fibre 2 ones, the style fitted in well with my metallic grey RS. However Bfromla's idea is better as it makes them useful. Here are the part numbers if you are interested in the Oxford ones (prices in NZ$, not sure what they are in US$): Carbends1 $59.95 RRP OX582 –...
  14. PistonBlown

    After owning one, are you guys still hype with it, compared to before you owned it?

    Had mine over 6 years now. No plans to change unless Can-am release a new version of the RS - unfortunately the Ryker is too small for me as otherwise I would have got one of those (and kept the RS). No plans to return to 2 wheels either, only reason I will is if I wear out the RS and can't...
  15. PistonBlown

    Long Solo Trips - What Did You Learn About Yourself?

    Ridden in Spain (including Barcelona) but never managed Norway (or Sweden) though I have ridden in Finland. Nordkapp much further north than I've ever managed and well into the Artic Circle, that's quite a trip you're planning there. I've been to Antarctica but never quite managed the Arctic...
  16. PistonBlown

    2012 vs 2015... RSS

    I've simplified the backend of mine quite a bit with a rear fender off a Kawasaki and led indicators - well except for the "beer barrel" aux-tank: PS Just incidental what's in the background;-)
  17. PistonBlown

    2012 vs 2015... RSS

    That same thought had gone through my mind but then I thought about the $700 shipping and tax I ended up paying on a part I got shipped from Canada that cost $80 and I thought that probably wasn't a good idea:-) However I am going to see if I can get the part numbers for you as its probably...
  18. PistonBlown

    2012 vs 2015... RSS

    Yep I've got mine wired that way as well. Make a big difference on country roads with no markings. @MrNewt - No idea why in Canada and the US they are different, I'm guessing its differences in legation. It's like the rear indicators on New Zealand models are massive with a big red reflector...
  19. PistonBlown

    2012 vs 2015... RSS

    In Australia and New Zealand (and possibly Europe as well) they are separate as shown in the picture: My understanding is in the US they are where we have the high beams and you just have a shutter system inside that changes them from low to high.
  20. PistonBlown

    Long Solo Trips - What Did You Learn About Yourself?

    I'm happiest in that perfect state of oneness with road, spyder and landscape. I don't ride to think, I ride to ride. For it to consume all my senses. A perfect moment stretching out in front and snaking through the landscape.
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