• 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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    2012 RSS SE5 Battery Replacement Help?

    Decided to replace the battery because of it age- original to the Spyder. Would like to know if other brands of batteries are acceptable as replace ments to the YUASA original one. How about an HGM Adventure Power brand. Will it be fine/ OK or cause any problem?? Thank you. John
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    Spark Plug Replacement 2012 rss-se5 ??

    Need to replace spark plugs on 2012 RSS-SE5. Manual says to use heat sink paste [ thermal paste] on threads. Is anti seize compound ok to use? If not, where can I buy thermal paste? What is torque setting for these plugs. Thanks. John
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    Need help with rear brake install-2012 RSS-SE5

    Just finished installing rear brake pads. Had to remove the parking brake cover which houses a coil spring to remove the 2 bolts upon which the pads slide. Most of it is back together and I have the rear brakes working. Park brake another story- how do I get the coiled up spring to line up or...
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    Too Much Oil????

    2012 RSS 998 SE5. 30,000 miles. Recently had some dealer work done. Trailered the bike home. I took an hour and a half ride on arrival home. After the ride, I checked the oil. It was an inch or so over the full mark. Used a turkey baster to remove 16 oz- a pint of oil to get the level down...
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    Help Needed with RSS-SE5 Trans

    2012 Rss Se5. 29500miles. Changed oil last Wed. Found 2 pieces of wire on the engine drain plug magnet. Put together they do not form a complete circle. More like a C shape- so c clip?? Very small-12mm or 1/2" diameter when put together. 2 pieces are round not flat metal. Diameter is Smaller...
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    Honda Exhaust Gaskets

    2012 RSS SE5 25000 miles. Was getting extra heat on left side foot and lower leg. Replaced Y gaskets with Honda Gaskets. Right side was in great shape and left was about 60 per cent good. Muffler gasket was shot-used aluminum exhaust tape to seal it until new one arrives. Runs quieter and...
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    Front End Grease???

    Had the wheels off to mount new tires- 2012 RSS- Decided to grease the front end- Could not find any grease zerks???? Where are they located if they do exist???? Thank you. John
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    RSS 2012 SE5 Front Tire Sizes????

    Stock front tire is 165 65R 14. Will a larger size fit in my fenders- 175 65R 14 which gives more choices!! RSS owners-what car tires are working for you? Thank you. John
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    Alignment Needed

    2012 Rss- 25000 miles. Spyder needs the laser treatment. Right front tire is toed in and very worn on the inside edge. Left front is fine and still has some miles to roll. Can I replace just the right front so I can continue to ride safely until I find and arrange the alignment procedure/...
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    Shirt??? Base Layer??

    What would be an effective shirt to use as a base layer under a mesh jacket to help versus the August heat and humidity??? Thank you. John
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    De acceleration Pop?

    Occasionally experience a pop when slowing to a stop. On a 2012 RSS-SE5. What is the cause and the cure please. Thank you. John
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    Rear Axle Wear Sleeves

    My manual says to replace these wear sleeves at 12,000 miles or 2 years. Please inform- what parts are they- what do they look like-anyone done this? 2012 RSS. Thanks. John
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    Spyder Ran Terribly

    Put on a General Altimax and new rear wheel bearings- all is fine but next day the 2012 Rss-Se5 started to run really lousy. Cold start and die when put in gear-run very weak. As it warmed up it ran better but still sputtered and surged. Thought maybe water in gas. New gas and Heet did very...
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    2012 Rear Wheel Install

    Morning, Replaced rear wheel bearings and new rear tire-General Altimax RT43 215-60- R15. Spyder is 2012 RSS-SE5. What is the torque for the lower shock mount bolt? I disconnected the ABS sensor. If this may create a problem, how do I adjust the sensor when reinstalling? Hope to get it back...
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    Wheel Bearings???

    Morning, Need your help/suggestions. Time for a new rear tire and will install new rear bearings while the wheel is off. Does anyone have a complete list of parts needed to install the bearings or can you refer me to a source? Also, how about a parts source or is a dealer the place to go...
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    Nokians??

    Is anyone riding on Nokian Tires on an RSS or other Spyder? John
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    Safety Questions???

    Morning, At what speed is it safe to swerve a Spyder to avoid a road hazard? What speed would be too fast to swerve? Are there any sources of information specific to Spyder safety available? Thanks. Later. John
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    Headlight 2012 RSS Help

    Morning, I am in the process of replacing a headlight bulb. Need your help/suggestions on how to get the new bulb installed. The manual said to turn counterclockwise to remove- could not get it to turn- finally got my finger on a tab inside the headlight tube to the outer or right side of the...
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    antifreeze help needed!!

    Just bought a gallon of Shell Zone Dex Cool long life antifreeze as my 2012 RSS is overdue for a change at 15700 miles. Can I safely use this as a replacement if I first do a distilled water flush?????. This is silicate free as per the label. Thanks. needed John
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