• 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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  1. speedbuggy

    Check Engine across spedo screen

    I have a 2008 GS SM5. 50,126KM ( about 30,000+ miles) The bike is serviced regularly by the dealer. I have seen this before on this forum, but it always said the engine warning light. Well, mine is not the engine warning light. On my speedometer dash, the warning reads: CHECK ENGINE. This...
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    Homemade Top Case and Bracket

    Hi there to all in Spyderland. Just had some changes made to my 2008 Spyder GS SM5.I had a rear bracket made at a metal fabrication shop and bought the rear top case from a motorcycle salvage yard. The top case is from a 1996 Goldwing and is fixed to the bracket just like the Goldwing is. The...
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    CLONE Key's Made

    Hello everyone. Just thought I would pass on some info for those about "CLONING" your Spyder key.:yes: Just to let you know, I have a 2008 GS SM5 Spyder I have only one key. Lost the Master some time ago.:banghead: I just got back from my local licenced locksmith who ordered 2 Aprilia...
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    Oil Drain Bolt Won't Come Off Crankcase

    Hey folks. Question: I have a 2008 998 SM5 Spyder GS. The bottom oil drain bolt won't come off. Probably tightened to much.:banghead::banghead: The inner edges where you put in the hex wrench to take it off are all rounded off. I have tried vise grips, a hammer with...
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    Fuel Filter Question

    Hey folks. I have a 2008 GS SM5 990 Spyder.:yes: Instead of going to the dealer for a new fuel filter, does anyone know if I can use a fuel filter from the auto parts store.:pray: The Spyder has an in-line metal casing type fuel filter, not a clear plastic type. This is the type of fuel...
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    GPS PURCHASE QUESTION

    Hi folks. I have a 2008 Spyder GS SM5.:yes: I want to purchase a GPS devise for myself. I had a 12 volt plug installed this spring for this purpose.:clap: My question is: With all the GPS devices out there, what would you consider the BEST.? Being in the sunlight, would the...
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    Rear Wobble Fixed

    Well folks, I got my 2008 Spyder GS SM5 back from the shop last Friday. The rear wheel wobble was from the rear bearings shot, that chewed up the housing. The dealer told me that he has never saw this before on a spyder. They called BRP in Montreal, and are you ready for this..........BRP paid...
  8. speedbuggy

    REAR Wheel Wobble

    I am just wondering if anyone here has ever heard of the rear wheel on a Spyder the wobbles. Here is what happened: I own a 2008 GS SM5 Roadster. 42,000km on the clock. I was on my way to my dealer, to get some regular service about 10 min. from them, and the rear wheel started to wobble. My...
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    CHECK ENGINE WARNING CAME ON

    dumbfounded!!!!!! Yesterday, my wife and I were on a long run with our 2008 Spyder GS SM5. We pulled into a gas station and filled up with fuel. We pulled out onto the highway and started accelerating and all of a sudden the CHECK ENGINE WARNING INFO came on. This has NEVER happened before...
  10. speedbuggy

    Oil Question (Again) Sorry!

    I have gone through all the forums on oil changes and types and grades of oil used by everyone. It's all very confusing. I know the recommended oil is 5w-40 and change every 5000km. (Canada) 3000 miles USA. I have been using Castrol Power RS Racing 4T - SAE 10W-50 Full Synthetic Motorcycle Oil...
  11. speedbuggy

    Helibars installed. Frunk and Seat will not open now HELP!

    I need some help. I just installed the Helibars on my 2008 GS Spyder Roadster. They are great. The only thing now is that I can not open my FRUNK and my Seat to get at my gas will not open. When I take the cover off the ignition to get at the cable, I pulled it out of its housing, pulled on the...
  12. speedbuggy

    What is a Spyder. Bike or Motorcycle. Settle argument for me.

    I have a question for everyone. Our Spyders are 3 wheeled machines. Here in Ontario Canada, our Ministry of Transportation classifies the spyder and ALL 3 wheeled bikes as Motorised Tricycles. Our drivers licence says - M -for motorcycle. Now, some of us call our Spyders: Bikes, motorcycles...
  13. speedbuggy

    Installing the Utopia Drivers Backrest on the 2008 GS Spyder Roadster

    HELP REQUESTED: I have just received my Utopia Drivers backrest. It says I am to take off the black vinyl covering by removing the staples to get at the foam coating and slide the center bar through the foam and slide the foam over the bar. I find the instructions vague and the video on you...
  14. speedbuggy

    Hints on Hooking a Radio to a 2008 GS Roadster - HELP needed

    Can anyone give me some ideas how to wire/hook-up a AM/FM radio that I bought on ebay. This is just a cheepee radio, I am sure you have all seen them on ebay. This is designed for motorcycles. Should I wire it to the battery or the fuse box for power. I am concerned that if I wire it to the fuse...
  15. speedbuggy

    Looking for Spyder Riders in Peterborough Ont. Canada

    Peterborough and area riders, lets get together. I know that there is not many of us. Lets show ourselves. Some of you are like me and belong to the Canadian Motorcycle Cruisers. :ohyea:
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