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  1. groundeffect

    After Recommendations on a Ryker Tool kit?

    Hi all! Which tool kit do you have for long rydes on your Ryker? I know there is a cool Ski-Doo one by BRP haha. Recommendations on a Ryker Tool kit, and how do you carry it along with you on your Ryke? Thanks!
  2. groundeffect

    **The Evergreen Rider Spyder Photobook: Riding Through All Seasons, All Weather**

    **The EVERGREEN RIDER - SPYDER PHOTOBOOK: Riding Through All Seasons, All Weather** ** The Evergreen Rider Photobook: Newfoundland by Motorcycle, All Seasons, All Weather ** ** WARNING - LONG POST :D - This is a good time to pull your Spyder to the roadside at your favourite pit stop. Let...
  3. groundeffect

    WOW, It's been a While (again)-Hello From Newfoundland!

    HEY THERE SPYDERLOVERS! WOW, IT HAS BEEN A WHILE (again). :) The last 8 months I've been pulled in several directions; all good, but all requiring large portions of my time. Namely, taking care of our daughter who just turned one, studying for another professional certification for my new job...
  4. groundeffect

    Newfoundlander (groundeffect) in Florida on business

    Hey there, Florida Spyder Lovers!!! I am in Orlando for the week on business. Unfortunately I do not have my Spyder with me, it is waiting for my return this coming weekend. I flew down. I am in training til 6pm until Friday. I am wondering if there are any Spyderlovers near/in the Orlando...
  5. groundeffect

    WOW - Been A While - HI and HAPPY HOLIDAYS to All! - From Newfoundland!

    Hey everybody. Wow, been a while. I am just now coming up for air, after a crazy past few months. A few life changes (all good) has kept me more than busy. I guess that is to be expected when changing jobs and having a little one! These awesome changes, all to some extent planned, has...
  6. groundeffect

    Hour Meter stopped - 1070.9 Hours

    Hey guys! Noticed my Hour meter just stuck at 1070.9 Hours, it has stopped counting. As far as I have read, the hour are stored in the ECU and the miles are in the Cluster. So, what is the fix for this hour meter? Thanks!
  7. groundeffect

    Front Tire Tribulations

    Hey guys! So, I went out on an errand run the other day (a 150km run for milk and bread :) ). The steering felt a little washy and needed more force in the turns. I pulled over for a closer look. The tire treads were fine, no nails, so I looked further to the side wall where I noticed some...
  8. groundeffect

    Happy Holidays & Safe Year New for 2012

    Hey gang!! Stopped in to say hey and offer some holiday wishes to all!!!! It has been a busy year for me. But, I've been commuting and adventure riding as much as possible between work and some domestic projects, and still very much enjoying it. My Spyder remains, still my only vehicle by...
  9. groundeffect

    Parking Brake Cable Routing/Installaion.

    Hey fellow Spyder/Ryders! Been noticing my Parking Brake Cable is worn and despite the lubrication I've applied down/through the sheath over the past couple years it still appears to be binding. I guess the weather, terrain and normal wear has finally gotten to it. I'm ordering a new Parking...
  10. groundeffect

    Fall Friendly Reminder on Tire Pressure & Oil Levels.

    Hey guys! As the temperatures of fall drop, so does our tire pressure. As per our Spyder's Owner's Manual tire PSI should be checked before each ride as part of the pre-ride check. As some of us already know, the Spyder(s) are very sensitive to tire pressure and keeping them at the top of...
  11. groundeffect

    Rear Fender Supports Cracked - Replaced under Factory Warranty - NOT B.E.S.T.

    Hey guys. Just called my Dealer and passed along some photos of my rear fender supports. They have cracked in the usual and common places that other ryders have been seeing. I've recently passed my 40,000km mark. Dealer reported back that BRP will be covering this under standard factory...
  12. groundeffect

    VSS fault light, Check DPS and LIMP Home Mode

    Hey guys! I had some work done on my SM5 today where the rear wheel was taken off and put back on - but on the way home from the Dealer the cluster started scrolling the following: SOLID light VSS icon on the cluster BLINKING light for Check Engine icon on the cluster SCROLLING Check DPS...
  13. groundeffect

    how long should the belt last? - rs

    Hey guys/ gals! Wondering - how many miles/km are we seeing on the rs/gs belt? Also, when a belt is replaced, are the front and rear sprockets replaced at the same time? How many miles/km are we seeing before it iis time to replace front and rear spockets? Thanks!
  14. groundeffect

    Cheers from Chilly Newfoundland

    Good morning, all and cheers from chilly Newfoundland! We're reading -7C (19F) in St. John's, with windchill of -19 (-2F), but let me tell you, it felt alot colder than that at 80km/hr (50miles/hr) on the commute in this morning. Not a comfortable day for T-shirt and shorts. ;).
  15. groundeffect

    Fuel Filter - Replace at 5 years or 30,000km (19,000 miles)

    Hey everyone! I will be coming up on my 30,000km (19,000mile) service soon. One of the items on my maintenance list is: "FUEL FILTER - REPLACE EVERY 5 YEARS OR 30,000KM (19,000MILES)". The Fuel Filter is: 219800056 ( which seems to include the stock clamps - 2...
  16. groundeffect

    Ball Joints - Needs 4 replaced at 30,000km?

    Hey everyone. When I went in for my DPS Gen 2 recall, the tech mentioned my ball joints were getting worn, said there was some play there and I should think about getting them replaced soon (the four of them) I'm just coming up on 30,000km. How many miles have you guys/gals gotten on your...
  17. groundeffect

    2010 RS Headlight - Bulb type???

    Hey there everyone! :) Looks like I have a headlight out on my RS (2010). I've looked in both the service manual and owners manual, but nothing in there about the type of bulb it takes, just that it takes 2 x 55W. Does anyone know the type/number of bulb for the Headlight on the RS/GS...
  18. groundeffect

    Replace Rear Bearing Seals Orings Wear Sleeves of Rear Axle

    Hey! Quick question regarding the rear axle assembly and the maintenance item in the manual "Bearing seals, O-rings and wear sleeves of rear axle". I have identified the following items to be replaced for this maintenance task (I think) ... wondering if you could pass your thoughts on if I...
  19. groundeffect

    ESI Triple Play Question (stock lights?)

    Hi guys. Quick question on the ESI Triple Play Light kit for the RS: Does this setup work with the stock non-LED lights? :dontknow: Or Does the LED lights that come with the kit have to be installed from day one to function (to get the signal lights to flash 4 times when braking and have...
  20. groundeffect

    Rear Axle Nut Size + Cotter pin size

    Hey guys. Wondering what size wrench and socket are required for removing the rear wheel. - Looks like a 34mm or maybe a 35mm. Can anyone confirm? - The nuts on both side of the axle look to be the same size, correct? - What size/spec cotter pin is required on the right hand side of the...
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