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    TOUGH 3 WEEKS

    Kudos to you for seeing a positive note inside your recent troubles. I hope things get better soon.
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    Speeding? Why?

    I learned my lesson long, long ago. I was written up for 105 in a 55. Could have been worse if he saw me a mile or so earlier. My young friend at work did not heed my advice, and was recently tagged for 137 in a 60. His would have been worse also, his GSXR will do about 160 stock. It just isn't...
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    The Value of Wearing Good Gear

    ^^^^This^^^^ Well written and spot on. Thanks for the reminder to dress for the spill, not for the thrill...
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    Premier Edition #249 bites the dust!

    I cant answer your questions, but please mention to your insurance company to have the teenagers phone records pulled for texts and calls at the time of the accident. If the SUV was a GM model, have the black box read for acceleration rate ,as well as brake percentage and steering angle. A lot...
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    Oil use? should we run 20-50 in summer????

    The same Rotax engine in the Aprilia line specs a 15w50. I don't see any harm in a 20w50 if the ambient temps are up. I wouldn't want to see any w50 oils in winter. Oils are a balancing act. Lighter oils do get to critical parts faster during cold starts, where the majority of wear occurs. But...
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    How much oil do you use?

    I did my first change early at 460 miles before a trip. Now at 1500, I've added 2 ounces of oil, but really didn't feel I HAD to. 2012 RT-S.
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    200 miles on one tank of gas

    For 450, I can get very creative at removing the honeycomb of precious metals and reinstalling an empty cat shell.
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    Spyder 3D Printable Models

    The smoke from your plasma must smell pretty sweet!
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    NOT happy with my dealer service...

    Vote with your wallet and find another dealer. A DIY oil change will run you about 45 or 50. Brake pads don't look any more difficult than most motorcycles. Brake fluid does absorb moisture over time, but to say it takes 2 people, and an hour for each wheel cylinder is insane. I'm sorry but...
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    Vary the RPMs during break-in..but by how much?

    A group ride wont hurt at all. Vary the RPM's when it's convenient and move between 4th and 5th gears to help. I think engines are built really well for the most part, and require very little break-in. Change your oil and filter(s) at 600, and have fun.
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    NOT happy with my dealer service...

    Unless the Spyder has some magic braking system, a container of fluid, a mityvac, and one person is all thats needed. I'm surprised some enterprising individual hasn't bought a new master cap and used a Motive pressure bleeder for the process. FYI, the bleeding process is easier (no matter what...
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    E15 - WARNIING!!!

    And everyone else hates it because it slowly destroys fuel systems, brings water into the internals of the engine, reduces throttle response, contaminates the oil faster (note.. newer SN oils handle eth contaminates better than older SL,or SJ oils like we use), and reduces MPG. Never mind the...
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    E15 - WARNIING!!!

    The AMA has been fighting E15 for some time now. And while I like E85 in my flex fuel Chrysler, I don't want ANY eth in my bikes or OPE stuff. Here is the latest AMA announcement on their efforts in E15...BTW, E15 is not currently recommended in the Spyder. You may want to think this through for...
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    9 months of limp mode!!!!

    Glad it's fixed. I had a similar problem on a Buick I had. Bad ground at the transmission, multiple faults, TC light, and gauges would quit working. Computers are no more than digital counters, they have to have 0 on ground, so that the high is clean. Voltage on ground, or no ground as a...
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    AMSOIL and your Spyder (What it will cost you)

    Don't forget that just because AmSoil recommendes 2x the OEM change interval, that DOES NOT mean the filters will go that long. You'll still be loading them with dirt, combustion byproducts and fuel, no matter what oil is in the sump and it's supposed suspension capabilities. I'd like to see a...
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    Oil Question

    There are several. Elf makes a blend, as well as Lubro Moly (which is what I run BTW). Both are available on the web. Brad-Penn is a blend and made 100% in America with American crude if that floats your boat. I've used a lot of Brad-Penn in various bikes. Always great results, smooth shifting...
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    I got nothing to say.

    It's been my experience that the loose nut behind the keyboard is to blame....
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    Riding Gear

    I really like my Olympia gear. It has held up well, and is made by people that ride. I have worn TourMaster as well, and it is high quality. Check out motorcyclegear.com . They currently have a Joe Rocket jacket for 69., as well as JR helmets made by HJC for 69. Both are good quality, and would...
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    Quick oil question. (If their is such a thing)

    There are many answers to that question, but if you choose to use the BRP offering, go right ahead. It's no worse than any of the other oils offered by Castrol or Valvoline that are available in nearly any chain auto parts store or WallyWorld. Here is the MSDS on the BRP...
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    Quick oil question. (If their is such a thing)

    Oh good grief, what a load of bovine poo. You are correct. Your mechanic on the other hand is a goof. If a gasket seal is broken (especially on a valve cover, on the top of the engine where heat cycles happen) it should be replaced. Your gaskets were crispy because of heat and time, not the oil...
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