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    Rear tire (automotive) pressure?

    No clearance issues on our F3 with the Kumho.
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    Rear tire (automotive) pressure?

    Thanks for the input. I now plan to start at 20 psi and adjust up and/or down from there. I'll base my final decision on handling characteristics, comfort and application of the 4 psi concept. At least now I have a good initial psi.
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    Rear tire (automotive) pressure?

    My gauge is calibrated about once a year. So is my torque wrench.
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    Rear tire (automotive) pressure?

    I just installed a Kumho Ecsta on my wife’s F3. I did a lot of searching on this forum regarding suggested tire pressure. I found a variety of different numbers in parts of misc threads and thought we could use this single thread to consolidate many suggestions in one place. This will make...
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    Laser alignment question

    Thanks for the advice.
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    Laser alignment question

    I plan to travel to Americas Motorsports in Dickson, TN. I'll call them before the alignment in the spring. Hopefully, they're one of the "good" ones.
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    Laser alignment question

    So, I should just install the rear wheel, guesstimate belt tension and take an easy drive to the shop for an alignment. When they're finished, we will have a proper alignment and correct belt tension. Good to know. Thanks.
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    Laser alignment question

    After I install the new rear tire on my wife's F3, I plan to get a laser alignment. Do they set the belt tension as part of the alignment? I don't want to set belt tension before the alignment if they have to align the rear wheel (and, by doing so, change the belt tension) We've read great...
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    2019 F3L price drop.

    $8500 for a Ryker might affect the F3 market, too!
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    Are there any different sprocket sizes that work?

    If you think the F3 is busy at 70, then you don't remember the RTs, etc. that had one less tranny gear! Those engines were screaming all the time. And, there was a reason for the higher rpm: The previous generation engines didn't have the power to pull a higher gear. I don't think the F3 has the...
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    Arachnid Tire wear progress

    Every time I see a new thread about tires I look to see if someone has mounted a UHP (Ultra High Perf) tire on a bike or Can-Am. A UHP on a car will RADICALLY change it's driving and handling characteristics. All I ever read about are mid-grade all-season tires. I know the best tires (Michelin...
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    New results from ECM reflashing

    You should try this: Find a flat stretch of rural road and take note of 2 poles (or anything repeatable) about a quarter mile apart. On a calm day, choose a gear (not top gear) and a starting mph. Do a WOT roll-on at first pole and check speed at second pole. This will give you dyno-like...
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    F3 Front Sprocket Inspection

    Did a pulley inspection on my wife's 2015 F3 and saw there was just a bit of red dust. I explained to my dealer that I would like to be pro-active and they replaced the pulley and bolt. (at about 5K miles) I couldn't ask for better service from my Clarksville, TN dealer. I'll keep an eye on it...
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    Base F3, SM6

    My wife has a base F3 manual 6 speed. The choice had nothing to do with price. There were things about the S she didn't like and she also doesn't like paying for options she doesn't care about. She also insisted on a manual. We've done many minor mods and a complete repaint to make it her own...
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    Where did all my oil go?

    It also helps to file small notches in the side of the dipstick or drill very small holes through it.
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    How fast can it go?

    Any idea what 90 mph in less than 9 seconds translates to for a quarter mile? (quarter mile is a measurement many relate to a lot better)
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    How fast can it go?

    Little affect from steep hill or high % (a passenger) of extra weight? So that 1330 motor isn't really affected by the laws of physics? BRP needs to share that secret!
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    Engine Stop Switch -- Really?

    We are among the "simpletons" who check tire psi daily and many times while we're riding! We have TPMS on all of our bikes and it really does give us peace of mind. Every time I feel an odd little squirm, I can assure myself it's not a tire going down. The rest of your post just leaves me in...
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    F3 SE6 and "Target" RPM's?

    Here's an interesting observation regarding shifting at too low of an RPM: My ZO6 , which has gobs of TQ (650 lb/ft most available just above idle!), will indicate "shift denied" in the instrument cluster if you try to paddle shift the automatic upwards too soon. With the incredible TQ it...
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    F3 SE6 and "Target" RPM's?

    The correct response to your questions requires more info from you. If you are just leaving a light with other traffic, low rpm shifts will be fine. (not so low as to "lug" engine, however) If you are merging onto an interstate, a minimum of a medium rpm is appropriate. If you are looking for...
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