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  1. spyderfish

    Where is Oil pressure sensor please

    Possibly an O ring was damaged or not seated properly?
  2. spyderfish

    I’m getting frustrated with the belt vibration - any ideas to help?

    I have very similar issues since getting my 2021. After observing for 2 years, I believe the issue is from the 1330 engine, or some rotating member of the clutch mechanism. My solution is to run at 3500 rpm or higher. I could spend a lot of time explaining my observations and reasoning in more...
  3. spyderfish

    White knuckle test ride - can I learn to like this? Buy newish or older/cheaper?

    You are doomed, you will never achieve the control you need to feel comfy. Get yourself another 2-wheeler and your wife a Spyder. Ride together, everybody wins.
  4. spyderfish

    Spyderlovers of Michigan Meeting August 27, 2022

    Yes, Facebook Group, Spyderlovers of Michigan has all the info.
  5. spyderfish

    New Front Paws

    Just got these front tires mounted and balanced, purchased from Walmart. Best ride ever, makes the Kendas feel like off road tires. Need to wait and see about wet performance. Cost effective and great ride, not sure on tread life.
  6. spyderfish

    Anyone riding Michigan to Maggie Valley 10/4/22?

    Hey there Firecat, I am in Paintsville Kentucky now, will get to Maggie Valley tomorrow early afternoon. I will keep my eyes open, hope to catch up with you tomorrow afternoon or evening.
  7. spyderfish

    Anyone riding Michigan to Maggie Valley 10/4/22?

    Anyone riding Michigan to Maggie Valley for Spyder Adventures 2022? Leaving Tuesday morning from Oakland County. Send PM if you are interested in riding with a partner. Gerry Fischer
  8. spyderfish

    Spyderlovers of Michigan Meeting August 27, 2022

    Details in Picture
  9. spyderfish

    ACE 1330 - What RPM do you cruise??

    Great information, thanx all. Looks like 3,000 min is a good rule to use.
  10. spyderfish

    ACE 1330 - What RPM do you cruise??

    Talking flat and level, light wind. I am jaded by 7 years of 998, not sure how to detect 1330 is lugging because it seems good all the way down to 2500. Is steady 2500 RPM bad for engine?
  11. spyderfish

    Moving to Savannah Ga & looking for a Service Dealership?

    This is my experience with Bargeron Powersports, Jessup, GA , top notch team. httpss://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?129867-Kudos-for-Bargeron-Powersports-Jesup-GA&p=1502866#post1502866
  12. spyderfish

    Clutch slippage???

    Dirty shift shaft!! Closing out this thread, and forwarding some information that may be helpful to other 998 owners. I was suspicious about this slippage because it only seemed to occur when shifting. Turns out that this problem is not the clutch slipping but rather a dirty shift shaft...
  13. spyderfish

    Clutch slippage???

    Thank for the great explanation of the shift process, Billy. The perceived slipping appears to happen after the shift while the hydraulic clutch is disengaging. There is a slight increase in rpm for maybe a second and then the rpm drops and everything is normal and feels solid. In terms of...
  14. spyderfish

    Clutch slippage???

    Well, curiouser and curiouser. Reading the service manual regarding SE5 operation, more puzzling information. There are several solenoid driven valves on the Hydraulic Control Module that manage shifting on the SE5. One of the solenoids controls the "speed of clutch engagement for smooth...
  15. spyderfish

    Clutch slippage???

    Thank Ron and Mike. Regarding oil, last change before slipping was at 42,000 miles, BRP syn blend. Slipping did not start until 3,000 miles after that change, 45,000 miles. I changed the oil as soon as the slipping started at 45,000. Really not sure how to interpret the signs here. I am...
  16. spyderfish

    Clutch slippage???

    2013 STS, 998 twin, 44,000 mostly fun miles Lately noticing a slight rev after gear shift up and down; sort of oozes into new gear, used to snap into next gear. Feels like clutch is slipping. Couple of questions, first, is the clutch going to slowly slip more and more, or is there a chance...
  17. spyderfish

    Excess heat in the seat

    I made risers from 2x4 and lifted the entire seat up 1.5 inches. Metal edges friction grip the frame, easy to put in and out. You can hardly tell the seat is up unless you really look close. Much reduced best in seat. Take them out below 60 degrees, when heat is good. And they help with...
  18. spyderfish

    click from the drive belt

    STs are known for a slight tranny shudder/chatter on initial takeoff. Usually only first time takeoff. My 13 STS did this, and belt tensioner was hitting belt guard causing a slight click. Look for something close to the belt that is being tapped by the belt. There is a bulletin on the...
  19. spyderfish

    Kudos for Bargeron Powersports Jesup, GA

    On vacation in southern GA, needed an oil change so went to Bargeron in Jesup. The tech team here really demonstrated technical proficiency, product knowledge, and the willingness to go a couple steps beyond to insure the near and long term reliability of my 2013 STS SE5. The experience started...
  20. spyderfish

    Valdosta Georgia - Need oil change

    Surrounded by dealers, 70 - 100 miles. Platinum, gold, silver. Tallahassee, Jesup, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Kingsland, Byron Anyone have a good experience and recommendation?Looking for a specific appointment time to wait and ride away same day. Thank in advance.
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