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  1. RTSJohn

    Anyone posting pics from this year's Spyders in the Hills event in Texas? 2019??

    As newbie's to the Spyder family my wife and I attended "Spyders in the Hills" for the first ever Rally event this year. The experience was awesome!! We rode the beautiful Hill Country and visited some great Cafe's, Wineries and Sites. The event was very well organized and it was apparent a...
  2. RTSJohn

    First Ride on my new front VREDESTEIN QUATRAC 5's

    I bought the 175/55-15 from tire rack. I removed my front wheels and took them and new tires to Discount Tire and the mounted with new valves for $22 each. I just finished about 900 miles to-from-and during "Spyders in the Hills" and I am really pleased with the tires and the Laser Alignment...
  3. RTSJohn

    Shout out! - to Harvey & SpyderPops!

    Thumbs up to SpyderPops Had a little computer/key issue pre-emptied this afternoon by SpyderPop and got some sage advice about where not to get my RT serviced. Seems there were several updates that had not been addressed. Good to find someone who not only made sure they were updated, but also...
  4. RTSJohn

    Texas spyders in the hills

    The riding events here in Kerrville are going great. Weather is awesome and the scenery is outstanding. Quick lunch at Lost Maples Cafe, followed by apple pie at the Apple Store in Medina ... :ohyea: .. The vendors are staying busy with all the service and toys we are seeking. Tomorrow is...
  5. RTSJohn

    First Ride on my new front VREDESTEIN QUATRAC 5's

    Got my RT "Squared Away" this afternoon at the Syders In The Hills Rally. I get my first road test of the completion of new front tires and a Laser Alignment tomorrow in the Texas Hill Country. :ohyea:
  6. RTSJohn

    First Ride on my new front VREDESTEIN QUATRAC 5's

    We did a 200+ mile ride yesterday and loved the ride. Two up tracking was straight as an arrow. I am given to overcontrol in strong winds but found this not to be an issue yesterday. I'm running 17 PSI on the front and 26 on the rear (Kenda). To say I am satisfied would be an understatement...
  7. RTSJohn

    First Ride on my new front VREDESTEIN QUATRAC 5's

    I finally got in my test ride or the new Quatrac 5's. 90 miles in pretty strong Texas winds and found them to be outstanding. I really could feel the difference at low speeds in city traffic and then hit the open road cruising at 70 mph. The handling ... well all I can say is "WOW":clap:. I...
  8. RTSJohn

    New Shoes for the front

    I ordered them from TireRack. I ordered on line Saturday evening and they shipped Monday. I got them Tuesday afternoon.
  9. RTSJohn

    New Shoes for the front

    I received my new 175/55R-15 VREDESTEIN QUATRAC 5's today and have pulled my fronts to take to Discount Tire tomorrow morning for mounting and spin balancing. I can hardly wait to give them a spin. :yes::yes: I plan to follow up on this with a laser alignment at Spyders in the Hills Rally in...
  10. RTSJohn

    Laser alignment

    I'm hoping to install new tires before arriving in Kerrville in Oct. I sure hope I can get on your schedule for alignment while at the Rally.
  11. RTSJohn

    2016 Can Am Spyder RT Limited LIT UP!

    :clap:
  12. RTSJohn

    Which airhawk for Passenger 2017 RT limited?

    I just put my AirHawk R (large) on my passenger seat and the cut out wraps around the base of the Ultimate back rest without any issues at all on my 14 rts.
  13. RTSJohn

    Review: First Spyder road trip impressions

    Great Post... Thanks for sharing your experience and the JOY it brings. I bought my Spyder early this year and at 74 I am having the most enjoyment since I stopped flying back in the 90's.
  14. RTSJohn

    Standing at the ready.

    I plan to be at the Spyder's In the Hills . Made reservations months ago and have the "T" shirt (s) Really looking forward to meeting lots of new friends.
  15. RTSJohn

    Standing at the ready.

    These are the sights we experience when the ride is about the journey vs the destination. Love my Spyder and the freedom it excites.:yes:
  16. RTSJohn

    Belt vibration

    I just finished a 1700 mile trip and found the same vibration issue when under load. It seemed to be most concentrated in the 60 to 70 mph under load (hills or acceleration. It sounds as if a correction of tension might very well be in order. :banghead:
  17. RTSJohn

    My new baby!

    Congrats on the new ride. I can appreciate your excitement ... said the same words a few months back. Check out the "Spyder's In the Hills" rally in Oct. We have planned that as our first visit to an event. Enjoy the ride as stay very focused. Ride safe. :clap:
  18. RTSJohn

    First Boo Boo

    Straps were thru the rim only and not the pulley and actually the alignment when backing looked pretty good but after quarter mile forward the gap widened to about 1/4 to 5/16 inches. I did alignment and set tension at 180 this morning... took it for fairly long ride and all is good.
  19. RTSJohn

    First Boo Boo

    I just returned to Central Texas from a visit to Nags Head, NC. The trip was a vacation for Liz and I with a lot of focus on enjoying our RTS while exporing the Outer Banks. We trailered the Spyder both directions. Had a great time by the way. Now for the Boo Boo. I apparently applied too...
  20. RTSJohn

    1330cc Sounds like a fan cycling on and off

    On a trip to OBX in May I noticed a sound very much like what you describe. I have not investigated the source yet and wonder if you have found out any more that might lead to an answer. The spyder is pretty new to me so I don't know whether it may be normal or not. ???? Thanks for feedback...
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