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  1. BMac920

    Oil change today, using Rotella T6 & BajaRon's kit!

    For no other reason than to chat a little, using the PQIA oil analysis, most of the Delo looks like a good enough product for wet clutch operation with the exception of the SDE version of the DELO 400, and that is strictly an opinion. I prefer new oil tests to show a molybdenum level of less...
  2. BMac920

    Oil change today, using Rotella T6 & BajaRon's kit!

    Well if the oil change fixed it, good for you! However, I can't really not fathom how 10,000 mile oil could cause the issue you have cited...unless the oil became highly diluted with something that was less compatible with the clutch disk material than the T6, which I also think unlikely from...
  3. BMac920

    Spyder Motor Oil Query - Soliciting Opinions (((Pics)))

    If you check out these pages and consider them a little, you'll will have your answer I believe. FYI, the Moly levels are good for the wet clutch. I've long used T6 and believe it to be very good. In short, you're good to go. http://www.pqiamerica.com/June%202014/shellrotellat6.htm...
  4. BMac920

    So, what do y'all consider "touring"?

    Touring or Riding, I have never really considered time or distance the defining criteria, more about riding style for me. I'm "Riding" when I go out and spend almost all of my focus on the road because of the way I'm riding the machine and consider it "Touring" when at a more sedate pace it...
  5. BMac920

    Which one of these RT's to choose?? Choice now made - Deal Done!

    Hi Stefanie...Congratulations on your adventure into the Spyder world! I had a similar choice to make not long ago with a few additional considerations. After some thought and not being under any time pressure, I decided to look at low milage used Spyders with a 2018 vintage or newer...
  6. BMac920

    Don’t do too many mods until you ride for awhile?

    Well riding a while is a relative thing. After riding two wheels for more than 40 years I purchased a used 2018 F3L with about 2000 miles on it in the Austin TX area. After riding it home about 165 miles, I immediately ordered a 20" MadStad Wind Screen. I also looked into HeliBars as I know...
  7. BMac920

    does a turbo sound appealing to you?

    Not sure if the BRP 900 Ace by Ski-Doo is the exact same engine as the Spyders, but the Specs say- Engine: 900 ACE™ Turbo R Engine details: Liquid-cooled, four-stroke D.O.H.C., dry sump, turbocharged Horsepower: 180 Cylinders - Displacement: 3 - 899 cc Bore - Stroke: 73 mm - 69.7 mm Carburation...
  8. BMac920

    Interesting news out of BRP on electrification.

    Just an old Japanese bike rider here wanting to suggest a few things for BRP. A) Maybe put your engineers to work on finishing the current product line first before trying product extension to electric. 1. Standardize most bolt sizes. Like not needing two different size wrenches to drain the...
  9. BMac920

    What's the Best 2019 Can Am Spyder RT lift?

    I bought this one on sale for something like $170 for a 2018 F3L: "OTC 1545 Ultra Low Profile Motorcycle and ATV Lift with 1,500 lb. Capacity" -...
  10. BMac920

    Break in mode?? My First Spyder

    A Little Controversy Please! This topic touches on emotions like an oil question, and this read might renew a good flogging! http://www.mototuneusa.com/break_in_secrets.htm, ...Regards,:bdh:
  11. BMac920

    Everybody wants to get into the trike game

    This is what was found with a little search- https://www.hondaprokevin.com/new-2020-honda-neowing-motorcycle-trike-patents/ Regards,
  12. BMac920

    Time for a hiatus.

    :agree: as I had a similar issue on Nov 24, 2018, which caused a stroke limiting my left side movement/usage. Every one is different, but I know of some of the difficulties. God Bless you both and the very best wishes for you and Nancy Kay.
  13. BMac920

    Anyone tried Power Vision 3 on their 2020+ 1330's?

    Well let's see, the GS had about 119 HP and 88 lb.ft of torque and a wet weight of 500lbs., the Spyder has 115hp and 97 lb.ft of torque and weighs 900 lbs. with at least 3X rotational mass to accelerate...don't believe enough flashing to get you arrested for indecent exposure is going to close...
  14. BMac920

    Question on engine oil “overfilled”

    Well like you Mike, I'm not a big fan of some of the oil check processes I've read and I typically end my ride with about a 1minute idle while disrobing the riding gear which takes me a little more time to put on while the spyder warms up at an idle. The bike sets turned off maybe another two...
  15. BMac920

    Where in Texas are you from?

    The Woodlands, some still call it Spring.
  16. BMac920

    Laser Alignment for Toe Issue

    Well..To finish this thread, had the alignment completed today and rode it back home just over 170 miles. The result is more than a modest improvement for my bike and riding style. Although the mechanic could not visually see anything wrong with the front end or the tire wear pattern he went...
  17. BMac920

    Laser Alignment for Toe Issue

    Thanks Wood, yes I actually found this dealer through a list of ROLO Laser dealers I had run across here- http://www.spydercomfort.com/dealerstx.htm. Regards.
  18. BMac920

    Laser Alignment for Toe Issue

    Hi Mike thanks for the feedback! I will be using a dealer by the name of Broadway Powersports in Tyler Texas. It is a few hours ride north of me, however I liked how the shop mechanic spoke on the phone, leaving me the impression he is particular about his work..we'll see! I'll be leaving a...
  19. BMac920

    Is your spyder shaking, start with the belt tensioner. Now on to Tires!

    Well I'm new to the Spyder, but have done a fair bit of car and bike work over the years, your description reminds me of a similar issue I chased on a car some time back. What I found was front wheel bearings had issues, with one actually being bad and the other being very loose with very low...
  20. BMac920

    Laser Alignment for Toe Issue

    I'm having a laser alignment this Tue on my 2018 F3-L with a total of 3600 miles on it. The Spyder does not pull to the left or right, rather it is very abrupt turning to the right at 40 mph or higher and to a lesser extent turning left at the same speeds. It is my hope the Toe is off causing...
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