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Let the work begin... 2015 F3 with a new (used) engine being installed.
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So today was the day I detailed the bike and cleaned every spot. It now has a new (used) engine (with 1060 miles), it is PA inspected, has three new tires, license plate installed, Mono Cowl installed, Shad Bags removed (up for sale...)
Again, I have never driven a Spyder.
Once it was detailed and cleaned, I took it for its first ride and WOW!
I was amazed at how easy it was to ride. I need to get position 5 brake linkage. Being 6'4", position 3 is not going to work for me. I like the pegs so no need for floorboards.
The new engine purred like a kitten. Shifted perfectly and performed flawlessly on my 20-mile ride. Once I got on, I could not get off of it.
Pictures tomorrow!
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BamaJohn
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I have a #5 rod I'll donate to your project if you pay actual shipping from Alabama. It was for my 2015 F3. PM me if interested.
Wow, thanks much!
pegasus1300
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Now that you have a running V-Twin we are excited also for you. I don't remember anyone mentioning this earlier, so remember that your twin likes to run higher RPM's and was in fact designed to do that. If you are just cruising around keep the revs above 4,000. In town I am usually in 3rd gear sometimes 2nd. Out on the highway unless I am going above 65mph I am in 4th; I'll only go to 5th for 70 and above. BTW, when running thru the gears, I like to shift around 6000 rpm. Be sure to keep track of your oil level... the -Twins like to use a little between oil changes. When it gets down a little, shifting will get fussy. I am glad to see you perservered and got it running. I hope you have many happy miles.
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Yes, for sure. I only got the bike to ride it locally around town.
I will someone else enjoy them.
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A few garage pictures... a bit too cold to move it outside.
After getting it with a blown engine, finding a new engine, taking it to the dealership for repair, new front bucket, new mono cowl, new plugs, new oil, new coolant, new air intake, all new gaskets, new service cover, new battery, new battery tender, quite a few thousand dollars later but not as much as you would think, she runs like a dream. I am still WAY (many thousands) under the value of what they sell for used. GREAT deal for me!
She is a 2015 SE6 Base Model. It's all I need. No touring. Just riding it to work and back on nice days.
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After getting it with a blown engine, finding a new engine, taking it to the dealership for repair, new front bucket, new mono cowl, new plugs, new oil, new coolant, new air intake, all new gaskets, new service cover, new battery, new battery tender, quite a few thousand dollars later but not as much as you would think, she runs like a dream. I am still WAY (many thousands) under the value of what they sell for used. GREAT deal for me!
She is a 2015 SE6 Base Model. It's all I need. No touring. Just riding it to work and back on nice days.
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BertRemington
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It's a bit difficult to discern in your photos but I believe you have the 6-spoke 89 tooth rear sprocket which is the "sporty" F3 configuration.
Preview is your friend.
pegasus1300
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Sorry I got confused. Disregard that post
I believe ALL 2015 F3 models had the big rear sprocket. It is a base model, evidenced by solid painted silver wheels, small round light at front of front fenders, and bright heat shields on secondary muffler. Also should not have cruise - unless later installed. Nice-looking ride! :2thumbs:
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Thank you Sarah! Your comments are always very thoughtful!
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