• 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. capt.jim

    a GREAT story...

    Thanks for the uplifting story, it doesn't get much better than that. Team Mancuso sounds like a competent and caring dealership.
  2. capt.jim

    Accident July 7, 2018. Prayers needed

    My deepest condolences to you and your family, a lot of riders and friends here sharing in your grief right now.
  3. capt.jim

    What is my best option for a passenger backrest?

    The Smoothspyder Dual-Mode backrest is a viable option for that model. www.smoothspyder.com
  4. capt.jim

    An Old Friend Looked Me Up.

    Thanks, good to know he is doing OK. He was a wealth of knowledge.
  5. capt.jim

    4K vibration

    This post was under "Spyder General Discussion" and I think would apply to any of the models with vibration. No, I currently don't have one for the F3-F3S models. F3T, yes.
  6. capt.jim

    4K vibration

    Our new stainless steel model is available for the RT's and the idler goes on the top of the belt. Fully adjustable tension setting and lifetime warranty on the bracket and tensioner, 2 years on the idler. It will also fit the GS/RS.
  7. capt.jim

    New RT tensioners now available.

    The new heavy duty Smoothspyder SS Tensioners for the RT models have been tested and are now available. This model mounts on the swing arm and the idler goes on the top of the belt. The tension applied is fully adjustable using the time tested, maintenance free, dual compression spring rotary...
  8. capt.jim

    F3-P ( Police Bike) Top case rack

    This is an aftermarket Harley case.
  9. capt.jim

    F3-P ( Police Bike) Top case rack

    Still have some of these available.
  10. capt.jim

    bike insurance

    I live in S. Fl and have been with State Farm for 38 years. Currently have a house, 2 cars and a 15-F3S which is $450. There are cheaper companies I'm sure, but they have always been quick to respond and very fair. A short story, One day I went to eat breakfast about 15 miles away and...
  11. capt.jim

    BRP Idler Failure....DONT BEAT ME UP

    This is a new model that is currently being tested. After watching arms stick, idlers fail and springs break, we decided there is a need for another choice. This model uses the time tested, maintenance free, dual compression spring tensioner. The tension is fully adjustable so you can use just...
  12. capt.jim

    F3 Solo Rack

    We’ve been working on this for a long long time and have a new F3 rack/ tail piece available for the solo only rider that never plans to carry a passenger and wants to better utilize the rear seat space. Lots of info and pics on smoothspyder.com, let me know ifyou have any questions and thanks...
  13. capt.jim

    What are these holes for?

    That hole is for the rod/linkage going to the air ride switch.
  14. capt.jim

    What are these holes for?

    They were installed with capnuts which would vibrate loose. Check up around the front sprocket to make sure it isn't lodged up there, when they fall off that's where the belt will send it.
  15. capt.jim

    F3-P ( Police Bike) Top case rack

    It will be similar but lower and longer, the height will be almost even with the drivers seat and the length almost even with the back tire giving somewhat of a sport bike look. The passenger seat will need to be removed to keep the profile and center of gravity as low as possible. For the 2...
  16. capt.jim

    F3-P ( Police Bike) Top case rack

    We've been working on one for quite some time, finally at the fabricators and waiting on the first prototype. It will have the fully adjustable backrest available also.
  17. capt.jim

    RIBBED BELT RT FOLKS WILL BE HAPPY!

    Here is a recap of the O-rings needed for the smoothspyder 2" idler on the ribbed belts, they work great. They should be available from Ace Hardware and many automotive stores. They are 2' OD x 1-5/8"ID x 7/32" wall thickness. The Ace O-Ring part # is 35760 You will need 8 and the are about 80...
  18. capt.jim

    Hiding Spyder from Irma

    Thanks for the well wishes, the power and the internet have returned. I hope everyone affected from Irma and Harvey and the fires out west get back to some normalcy soon. Sure makes me appreciate all the things we take for granted until they aren't there anymore.
  19. capt.jim

    Smoothspyder vs Doc Humphreys belt roller assembly for F3 T

    There is vibration from both the top and bottom. The bottom vibration can be seen on Finless Bob's RT tensioner install video. The bottom mount tensioners have worked reliably at 90-100% for the vibration on the GS/RS/ST and many RT's. While the RT tensioner has worked reasonably well for most...
  20. capt.jim

    Belt Tensioner noise...

    Many of the ribbed belts would whine or whistle with my composite idlers. When the rubber belt dries out some and gets harder after a few years it would tend to get even louder. One of my customers recommended this tip to me, and I have recommended it to a few of my customers with excessive...
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