Tracking is no problem. Tension can also be adjusted that way, but you’ll want to set it about 10 - 15 pounds looser than your goal, then lower bike to the ground and recheck. Adjust as necessary...
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Tracking is no problem. Tension can also be adjusted that way, but you’ll want to set it about 10 - 15 pounds looser than your goal, then lower bike to the ground and recheck. Adjust as necessary...
I wouldn’t worry too much about it. I did my 2010 RS. Tore off the right-side Tupperware. The bolt at the bottom of the radiator is fine to use. It’s very different than the stupid “petcocks” that we...
How Picky Are Spyders About LED Upgrades?
Hello all! I have a question about LED headlights on the older Spyders, specifically the 2010 RS SE5. Here’s the situation:
At the beginning of the...
I know the OP probably has it figured out by now, but for other’s sake, on my 2010 RS, I also must hold the manual headlight switch on the back of the RH grip. So that + mode + flash 5 times.
At the beginning of the 2023 season, I removed the stock halogen H7 bulbs and replaced them with Fahren super bright LED H7 bulbs that were rated at 65 watts. They worked great, and I had zero...
What’s the difference between the K & N kit and the Hi-Flo one? I see Spyderboyz offers both.
Seafoam claims that one oz per quart of oil can be dumped into the reservoir and run for 300 miles prior to an oil and filter change. Apparently it will reliquify any gunk/deposits so it can all be...
If you figure out a way to keep deer from running out in front of us, you’ll be a millionaire overnight. Please share.
Beads. That’s all I’m saying
I was told by a wise old Spyder rider that the Spyder likes to “hunt” on the road to find its sweet spot. Let it hunt. Wise words from BajaRon. Keep your grip relaxed on the handlebars and enjoy the...
2010 Rotax 998 SE5. How much oil do these things use?? I changed the oil over the winter. I used BajaRon’s filter kit and 4½ quarts Mobil 1 10W40 Racing 4T, which is JASO-MA2 compliant. I also have...
I am getting really worn in the center the OEM Kenda. Seriously considering either the Altimax or Vredestein. Seems that 215/60R15 is used a lot, but on bikes a lot newer than mine. Mine is a 2010...
Thank you. I know all about Aliengear holsters though. I have several. I was asking about leather vests that have a carry pocket built in.
What brand/model leather CCW vest do you find is very comfortable and good at concealing and offers dual side draw, as I am left handed?
Basically the same as BajaRon told me. The wheel must be tight up against the adjusters. I have a 21” long 36mm combination wrench. Loosen the axle nut and place the open end on the nut and smack the...
So I prefer to do my own downshifting. I can do it smoother than the bike can. On more than one occasion, I have experienced a “delay” in dropping from 2nd into 1st. I’ll be completely off throttle,...
I do not have to elaborate, as my title of this post says it all.
I use Prestone’s all makes all models 50/50 premix. It’s compatible with everything. As per BajaRon, as long as it says it’s safe for aluminum engines, you’ll be fine.
203314 This thing is the bomb for adjusting things! Wheel on the ground PLUS you can have it running in first gear. I still chock the fronts though.
When going slow (10 MPH +/-) I hear a high pitched “chuffing”. For clarification, chuffing is that choppy sound like talking through fan blades. It slows when I slow. The only thing I can think of is...
When going slow (10 MPH +/-) I hear a high pitched “chuffing”. For clarification, chuffing is that choppy sound like talking through fan blades. It slows when I slow. The only thing I can think of is...
BajaRon told me NEVER to lift there. He says that bolt is too skinny to support that kind of weight. I guess he’s had to fight several bent ones out. Not fun.
I’ve noticed that if I jack up the frame so that the rear wheel is off the ground, the belt tension is quite a bit less than with the full weight on the wheel. That being said, should the tension be...
But riding or pulling in to a parking spot, I have no way of knowing if the fan is running or not. I don’t know until I turn the key off and then hear it
Thank you, Peter! I’ve actually put several hundred miles on her since the coolant change. Another question I have is that the overflow tube is connected to the filler neck, so how does the system...
I know this has been discussed some, but I have a couple concerns. So this spring I drained my coolant. Filled with water, idled to fan coming on, drained the water and refilled with 50/50. Rode a...
Peter, this could be your shortest post ever!
I ride alone a lot too. I have a buddy with a two wheeler who has gone along with his wife for sone touring. My wife loves riding on my Spyder. We just travel through Amish country and often go to...
Crap. I was sure it was the cap for the headlight fluid reservoir.
UPDATE . . . Found a hard blob of road tar stuck in the rear sprocket exactly in line with the marks on the belt. Knocked it out with a couple smacks with my hand on the end of a screwdriver.