• 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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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    This is where I stand right now. I have the engine all ready to be removed. The mounting bolts are all loose and only hand tight. Can't wait for the engine lifting tool to arrive. All bolts holding the suspension components to the frame is loose and ready to be removed. Once the engine is...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    No real updates so far. Still chugging along documenting every single bolt, electrical connector, and location of items. I was able to pull out the wiring harness this weekend though. The rear section of the wire harness goes through the backbone of the frame, which will make it very difficult...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    I did not know these gaskets can burn off!? I did end up purchasing new Honda gaskets because of some recommendations that I read in this forum. I was able to remove the fuel tank today. It's a very tight squeeze. Since my tank as surface rust, I'm going to coat it with some KBS rustseal...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    Ok, so not much to report other than more disassembly. First thing I removed yesterday was the Hindle exhaust system. When I had the trike running, I thought it was kind of loud and sounded like it had an exhaust leak. Well, that was confirmed. I guess whoever put on the exhaust system didn't...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    I'd love to have an earlier type 3, but getting parts for that would be a nightmare. After reading about the oil catch can, I'm going to install one. Also, did anyone have problems with their coolant over flow cracking? The previous owner said hers cracked and replaced it with an aluminum...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    I'd say the bodywork, including lights, is about 50-60lbs or so. Most of the weight is in the trunk, seat, and light assemblies. I'm more curious to know how much the motor weighs since I'll be removing that soon. The rust you see in the battery tray is from the brake fluid, I think. I think it...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    Wow! Honestly didn't think I was going to get this much attention and support. Well i'll be asking all the spyder gurus here for some help along the journey. I didn't do much to the trike this weekend cause of superbowl, but I should be getting on it this week and next. Dave - I live on Oahu...
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    2008 Spyder GS SM5 Restoration

    Hello All! New to the spyder thing, but have been around motorcycles for about 20 years or so. Thought i'd share my newly purchased poor condition 2008 spyder that I bought for $750 not running. She's originally a silver and black painted spyder, which was spray bombed black. Unless she really...
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