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  1. Raprider

    Trip odometer not working (temporarily)...

    2016 STS...16k+ miles...just had a 14k service done about a month ago. Went out for a group ryde today, and at my first fuel-up, I reset my Trip A odometer, as usual. About 2 miles down the road I noticed it was still on zero! I flipped to Trip B and this was working properly, so I reset this...
  2. Raprider

    14k service questions...

    I'm (slightly over-) due for the 14k service on my 2016 ST-S, purchased new in Jan 2018. When I was scheduling the service, I asked about replacing the brake fluid, as noted in the MOM. The service manager said they inspect but do not change it unless they felt it necessary, e.g. dirty. He...
  3. Raprider

    10k mile-stone...

    2 years, 4 months, 5 days = 10,000 miles of smiles on my ST-S! This is a big deal for me, especially considering my 1996 Virago has about 29k on the clock! Clearly, I am enjoying the ryde :yes: Some observations... 1. 112 fill-ups, average 29.9 mpg, just over $1,000 on premium fuel, according...
  4. Raprider

    Adding USB power and related electrical accessories questions

    Hi all... While it's not yet ryding season... I'm thinking of installing a dual USB outlet on my 2016 ST-S to power my phone while it's in the Ram/X-grip...similar to as described in this post: https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?106058-ST-S-Voltmeter-amp-USB-Port&highlight=switch...
  5. Raprider

    Brake question

    Had my front wheels off recently and noticed these rust spots on both of my front discs, same place on each side. It is about 2 inches long, smooth to the touch. 2016 ST-S purchased new in Jan 2018...currently about 9k miles...and I do get some brake squeal at low speeds. Thoughts?
  6. Raprider

    My missing gallon?

    I've been "religiously" tracking my fuel consumption on my ST-S using Fuelly.com since purchase, and in 18 months over 6100 miles, have an average of 29.8 mpg, pretty consistently in the 27-29 range. I'm also pretty consistent about how I fill up, always topping off past pump shutoff till I can...
  7. Raprider

    First solo...

    Got the missus out for her first solo Spyder Ryde the other day...25 miles on some nice country roads. I was following on the Virago, keeping the tailgaters away and giving positive feedback and directions via our Sena headsets. She did really well, only crossing the yellow line once or twice...
  8. Raprider

    Spyder Rentals in FL (Gulf Coast)?

    Hi all... My SO and I will be traveling down to FL for 2 weeks from Easter Sunday onward, and after a few days in Jacksonville, will be headed over to the Gulf Coast, just toodling around from Port Richey down to Fort Myers, checking out the beaches and seeing if there's anything viable for a...
  9. Raprider

    Odometer discrepancy

    Hi all... According to my odometer, I put 172 miles on today. According to my Rever app (used to track the route someone else was leading), I put 139 miles on today. I've noticed some discrepancies previously, but not recorded them specifically until today. If the gap were +/- 10 miles, I'd...
  10. Raprider

    Sta-bil...add more if riding occasionally?

    If I take my Sypder out for the occasional short ride when weather and road conditions permit, and I top off my tank, say a gallon or 2, should I always add some more Sta-bil to the mix if its likely to sit for another month? Thoughts? Rap
  11. Raprider

    How to Clean a Dirty Dash Panel

    Somehow have some liquid staining behind the plastic on my dash...right side on the tach from 3-6 and left side on the speedo next to 60-100. I removed the torx screws on the panel surround, but this doesn't allow me to just remove the plastic panel to clean the back of it. What else do I need...
  12. Raprider

    Any RiderCoaches here?

    I'm looking at applying for a spot with the local RiderEd and looking for feedback...how you got into it, training provided to you, how you like it, how much work goes into a weekend class, etc. Not necessarily just for Spyder... Feel free to pm... Thanks, Rap
  13. Raprider

    2016 ST-S and Hot Feet

    As the temps are getting warmer, I've noticed BOTH feet getting very warm, up to mid-shin level. Not necessarily any more on one side than the other. Not burning, just warm. Granted I've been wearing my riding boots, and the couple times I wore lightweight mesh hikers was a bit better, but it...
  14. Raprider

    ST-S - which belt tensioner/vibration damper...

    I'd noticed a very loud harmonic whine at around 42-45 mph on my 2016 ST-S that I thought was maybe from the front left wheel. It hadn't occurred to me that this was from the belt. Mentioned it to the service manager when I brought it in the other day for the 600 mile service and he said this...
  15. Raprider

    Wet Spyder - should I be concerned about all the electronics?

    Last Saturday in NJ was a nice one...until it wasn't... SO and I got caught in an evening downpour that lasted the full 20-30 min ride home and then some...at least we had the liners for our mesh jackets in the saddlebags and spare gloves, so we were able to pull these on as we exited the...
  16. Raprider

    Autocycle???

    I was in a group ride last weekend and there was another rider on his 2017 F3 Ltd. I noticed his license plate was labeled "AUTOCYCLE", while mine (obtained in January of this year) is labeled "MOTORCYCLE". I asked and he said it was a new New Jersey designation for all 3-wheelers. Upon further...
  17. Raprider

    Newb...first group ride

    I've only had my STS since January and NJ weather has only allowed limited saddle time, or about 250 miles total over 4 or 5 rides. Mostly 20-30 mile rides, once with my SO on pillion. Sunday lunch ride with my 2-wheel group was a great learning opportunity. I know how these guys ride so was...
  18. Raprider

    First nyte ryde and second impression...

    In another post, I had mentioned a slight coolant leak in my new ryde, 2016 ST-S. I was only able (willing?) to take off the mid-panel, and though I think I resolved by tightening one worm clamp, I decided to take it back to the dealer and let them look at the rest of things. It was 60 in NJ...
  19. Raprider

    How to remove right side panel on ST

    With a whopping 192 miles on, I seem to have a small coolant leak and want to remove the right side panel to see where it might be coming from... There are 2 torx screws towards the front of the panel hear the a-arm and 1 torx screw on the back edge of the panel by the floorboard. I removed the...
  20. Raprider

    First questions re new 2016 ST-S

    1. Aren't the front Fox shocks adjustable? 1a. If yes, should my tool kit have included the spanner wrench? 2. Does the frunk normally require such a hard push to close? 3. Seems the windshield has a "ripple" effect about 1/3 way down, across the entire screen...good thing it's below...
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