• 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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    Steam Punk

    I've recently discovered this genre or culture. I love the detail and style. It's called Steam Punk and basically it's high technology or science fiction design from a Victorian era perspective using period materials. Everything from weaponry to fashion. Max
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    Obscure Old Tools

    I think it could be fun to post pics of whats in our tool boxes and garages if they're old and unique... and try to figure / guess their uses. O.K. gals ...no husband photos!! :shemademe_smilie: If you want to post an " obscure widgit" from Boeing then ...ok ...but I'm guessing some of us have...
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    Bum signal lights

    I got my 2008 sm5 in for the DPS and other updates. Ran like a dream except the signal lights became intermittent. Now I don't know about you folks but I don't want a Spyder coming off warranty with an intermittent electrical problem.:shocked: The tech ordered the handlebar switch and replaced...
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    Handle bar inserts

    Does anyone remember who was the vendor for those handle bar inserts? I think it's where the premier edition #'s were inserted. You could get them in carbon fiber look and I recall someone having NCC 1701 (Star Trek) I'd like some. On another note, Spydee started having "intermittent" electrical...
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    Not the brightest!

    I love this! Max
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    Finally got to ryde!

    I just couldn't take it anymore so I loaded up and headed to my cabin in the Kootenays of British Columbia. The area is quite well known in Canada for some great biking roads. Seasonally they are about a month ahead of where I live so the roads were dry and the golf courses open!:2thumbs: I have...
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    5000km service

    The Spyder gets towed (too darned cold to ride!) in for 5000km service tomorrow. My dealer is about 2 hrs. away. They seem to think they can do the service and D.P.S. recall in one day. My question is ....really? One Day? The reason I ask is because I don't want to hang around in the city all...
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    Success against my best efforts otherwise!

    Well I bought a trailer today to haul my 2008 SM5. 77"x10'. Perfect size. 15" wheels and a powder coated frame with pressure treated deck. I hate those trailers with the ramp that sticks up when it's loaded so I was looking for either a tilt or standard trailer. I was looking in Canadian tire...
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    First ryde of 2011!

    Well it got up to 12c in Central Alberta today. The roads were dry although a bit gritty from the winter. (Nanny bait!) The 2008 red Gs fired at the first bump of the starter (thank you tender) and I was gone! Sooooo good to get back in the saddle! I'd almost forgotten what it was like having...
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    Southern Holiday

    Hi all. O.K. Here's the story. We've just bought a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland (Hemi YAY!) This is a pretty special purchase for us and we got to thinking about driving somewhere warm this winter. We live in Albrrrrrr!ta Canada. We don't really know the southern states at all. I wanted to...
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    losing my marbles

    O.K. Here's the deal. I go out to Spydee and put the key in and it's DEAD! No guage lights, no test pattern...nada.:shocked: While I'm under the seat checking batt. terminals the bike comes to life like nothing was wrong. Yes I know...shouldn't have left the key on...oops! The batt. tender was...
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    1st ryde of 2010!!!!

    The snow is going pretty fast here in Western Canada. (I don't mean the avalanche kind) We have a general rule of thumb here...If you can see the deer poop on your yard then it's good enough to RYDE!!:2thumbs: Only put about 50k on today but the old gal flashed right up and ran like a...
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    Been on the radar for a while

    I guess these things have been batted around the boardrooms for a few years now, judging by the hair-doo! Max
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    ECU reset

    Since installing my Hindle the bike has developed a stutter and spit at low throttle settings. Also backfiring when the throttle comes off. I did a reset when I installed it but my question is this....do you need to disconnect the neg AND the pos on the batt? I can weld just about anything with...
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    First ride!

    After staring at my 2008 Red SM5 for two months in my garage I finally got to ride yesterday! I put about 100 kms. on it and I get it now.....this thing is way too much fun!!! Once you realize that it won't in fact tip over in a turn, my confidence built quite quickly. I adjusted the front...
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    Evolution of the Spyder

    Hi folks, I just captured these from the DVD that came with the Spyder and thought I'd share. I love this type of art and would love to get my hands on some poster sized stuff. Anyone? As I said they're from the DVD so they should be public domain but if not, please remove them Lamonster and I...
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    oil to spare!

    I had the tupperware off by the oil tank trying out some cleaning products. (Plexus):2thumbs: I thought I would check the oil. When I took the dipstick out the oil was right to the top of the tank!! It's a 2008 Red SM5 with about .5 hrs. on the engine. I've started it a few times since bringing...
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    How do you get the cool stuff?

    I've been seeing some very cool spyder promo items on this forum and am wondering where it comes from? For example...spydercrazy and that wonderful picture. Flash drives from BRP. Do you have to sign up somewhere? Do you get a welcoming gift when the dealer registers the unit as sold with BRP? I...
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    Mirrors loose.

    Brought the Spyder home yesterday and once I got it into the garage I noticed that the mirrors were loose at the pivot point. I tried to tighten them up with the torx bit but no luck they just won't tighten. Am I missing something? Also looks like the decorative caps at the base of the mirror...
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    Hello all

    Hello all. Iv'e been reading this forum for some time and I feel I'm justified in jumping in now........CAUSE I GOT A SPYDER!!! Got a call from the shop and my 2008 SM5 Red Roadster is ready for delivery!! Backrest and Hindle are set to go! Will be trailering it home sadly since I live north of...
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