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    How to reduce the loud knock when you put it in first gear?

    Just like a Harley and other bikes when I start the 2018 and put it in first gear it makes a heck of a noise. Clank! or Knock! Is there a way to make it more quiet? My oil is fresh by the way.
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    Where to buy a 2018 Spyder RT battery replacement? Near Daytona?

    I'm staying near Daytona. Where is the best place to buy a replacement battery for the 2018 Spyder? Nearby and least expensive. Thanks.
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    A Key Question?

    My cousin's key got broken in the washing machine. The machine ate the metal part that goes into the keyhole. He has the top chip part. Can he order a new key online or from the dealer? Can he have a new metal part cut and keep the chip part with it to use as a spare? Like on a key ring...
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    Can Am Spyder RT Width

    I usually haul my 2011 Spyder RT on a 5.5 wide TSC aluminum trailer when I haul it from Ohio to Florida in January. I just bought a 2018 Spyder RT Limited. I assume it is exactly the same width. Obviously I don't have any room to spare. Is it the same?
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    Danger! Brake failure!!

    Ok, I'm not sure I really have a problem on this 2011 manual clutch machine other than the blazing orange warning. After I added brake fluid to the rear master container the brakes seemed to work fine other than having to pump them. I see no leaks. I skidded in the sand to check the ABS and...
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    Overall width of 2021 RT?

    Can anyone verify the overall width of the 2021 RT? This is my 2011 RT on my five and one half foot by 10 trailer. I have about 65 inches to work with. No problem for the 2011. Will the 2021 fit? 5.5 x 10.0 feet.
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    Easy Trailer Question

    I am looking at a trailer to haul my 2011 SM5 RT Can AM. It is 5.5 feet wide and 10 feet long. It should fit ok but does anyone use a trailer this size without problems? I also have a larger enclosed trailer that I have been using. The one I'm looking at is an open aluminum cargo trailer...
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    Gravity Brake Bleed Question

    I know that some folks have bled their brakes by gravity only. I know it takes time. Can you bleed the ABS brake bleed nipple that way as well? Thanks.
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    Must add brake fluid?

    2011 RT manual. Several weeks ago we came to an aggressive stop. The orange sign came on that said brake failure. The brakes worked fine to get us home. The rear fluid container was low. I added brake fluid and tested the brakes. No matter how hard and fast I stopped the failure light...
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    Oh no, another trailer question!

    I presently haul my 2011 RT from Ohio to Florida about twice a year. The trailer is a 5 foot six inch by 12 open trailer. (five and a half foot). My wife wants me to get a bigger, enclosed trailer. I'm thinking a 6 x 14 tandem enclosed. I do NOT want to go wider than 6 foot. So my question...
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    2011 Rt Leaking Air Bag

    Couldn't find much in a search. Pretty sure the air bag is leaking on our 2011 RT. I put air in once a week or each ride. So is there a least expensive air bag fix? Is there a video on replacing the air bag. No matter what the answer I am going to have to fix it myself. I put about 40 or...
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    Anti-lock brake (ABS) on 2011 Twin Manual Shift RT.

    I believe all three brake lines come together from their respective caliper and meet at the ABS junction box under the bike. I believe there is a bleeding valve at the box. Can I just take off the reservoir caps and open that bleeder valve to bleed the ABS system? While keeping the reservoir...
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    2011 rt m5

    I've been riding this about 5000 miles. Trying to keep my RPM above 4000 rpm on shifts. Ride at 4000 and above. I do this because of something I read here last year. The bike runs just great, no complaints. So is this idea about the twin engine being happy at higher rpm written down...
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    Replacing lock barrel in trunk lid.

    2011 RT. When my DESS went belly up they replaced the ignition switch. Of course the new key does not work in the rear trunk lid. I have the inner barrel that fits my new key. Any hints on how to replace that lock barrel? Thanks.
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    Venders during Bike Week?

    During Bike Week they usually have venders set up in front of the Daytona Speedway. Will there be any Can Am venders there or anyone from SpyderLovers? I'm thinking about mirror magnets for the 2011.
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    Radio fuse removal question:

    2011 RT manual. Since I don't ever listen to the radio and have removed the antenna is there any reason I can't remove the fuse for it? It appears to be fuse number six under the hood. The real question is if there is anything else controlled by that fuse? It does not appear so but I...
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    From Bad to Worse after I jinxed myself.

    BAD KEY. Neither key works. An hour away from home on the first ride after the dealer installed new battery. Dealer says keys ok. ECU update performed yesterday. Unit not recognizing keys was the job performed but the bike finally started and ran when I brought it in. So...the computer...
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    Jinxed Myself!!!!

    You guys gave me good advice on the vacuum lines. Thanks....................... Next day, after I stopped after a short ride and tried to start. The screen said: BAD KEY Eventually it started. A few hours later using the other key, when I tried to start it. BAD KEY. Put it on the trailer...
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    998cc Vacuum lines on 2011 RT-SM5

    Vacuum issues? Nope, she's running fine. But I understand it's common to replace the vacuum lines at some point. Can you steer me to where to get them? Is there a kit? How many individual hoses? A video or other instructions? I want to put them in stock and be ready for the inevitable...
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    Rear Wheel Installation Tip

    I found that this helped on a 2011 RT. Do not loosen the axle adjusting screws and you won't have to worry about readjusting belt tension or alignment. After you thread the belt back on the pulley use a ratchet strap through the wheel and around the shock mount to pull the wheel forcefully...
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