• 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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    Kenda tires - I truly don't understand the hateful responses to Kenda tires. I have over 22,000 km on mine and they're only 50% worn.

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/threads/wish-i-had-not-gone-with-a-vredestien-tire.164839/
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    My RSS stereo installation journey

    I started my Spyder installation by duplicating the system that I had on my Ryker: Polk Audio DB402 4” 4 Ohm marine speakers in Rockville MAC-40B aluminum pods on the handlebars. Distance from speaker to ear has a dramatic effect on power requirements, sound diminishes by about 6dB for every...
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    Should I get a 2014 now, or wait and get a newer model? Any 'gotta have' features?

    Which means in 2-3 years you need to sell and get a newer one. Except many will not buy because it is at or near 10 years old. If you are dependent on dealer servicing and intend to keep your Spyder for more than a year or two you should be looking at models only a few years old.
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    Any Mechanics in Southwest Florida who will work on a 2013 RT?

    I contacted George, the OP, to see what needed servicing. He said that he was getting a brake failure message and the pedal was mushy, despite his having bled the brakes (without BUDS) three times. I offered to bring BUDS and take a look, and took a nice drive down to his place yesterday. We...
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    Want bright LED Turn signal indicator lights - where to tap into their circuit without CANBUS yelling at me?

    There are no relays in the turn signal system. The turn signal switch sends a CANBUS message, which the cluster electronics receive and activates the indicators in the cluster. The cluster also drives the front and rear turn signal lamps using solid-state electronics - no relays. There is no...
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    Want bright LED Turn signal indicator lights - where to tap into their circuit without CANBUS yelling at me?

    I think you understand this, but your description is a bit unclear (at least it was to me on first read). The turn signal switch is on the CANBUS, and the CANBUS messages are received by the cluster. The turn signal lights are wired directly from the cluster, so the cluster is operating them. As...
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    Ryker turning left Issues

    It's dealer dependant. As I reported, I took the service bulletin with me to a dealership, and the service writer ignored it. After installing the kit myself, I knew I would need to reset the SAS and the yaw rate sensor, so I called a second dealership and they knew exactly what I was talking...
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    Interesting DESS issue - do you think no cell signal or bluetooth caused this, or is it time for a new key?

    To disable disable DESS you need a Megatech license: Mechatronic Expert License Features: Changing of the VIN number, MODEL number Advanced settings View stories in hours, rather than percentage Enabling/Disabling DESS Change the key type without reprogramming (normal, learning, rental) Clear...
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    Gas Gauge Not Working - Anyone have any ideas?

    Stuck full, if an electrical problem, suggests a short. Frankly I think that unlikely. It is also easy for the float to get stuck if the fuel pump assembly (with the float) is not precisely aligned. I had to replace the fuel pump twice, and the first time I was not exactly aligned so it stuck...
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    Interesting DESS issue - do you think no cell signal or bluetooth caused this, or is it time for a new key?

    Cell towers close by can affect these systems. Several neighbors have reported problems with their cars at the local grocery store. It happened to me twice - I could not unlock the car with the fob. There is a cell tower very nearby. No problem anywhere else ever. Another suggestion, should it...
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    Kenda tires - I truly don't understand the hateful responses to Kenda tires. I have over 22,000 km on mine and they're only 50% worn.

    So ask what is the best oil...
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    Ryker turning left Issues

    I did this on my 2019 Rally using these instructions: https://brp.my.salesforce-sites.com/ISPublicArticleInfo/apex/BWLightningViewerWithTranslate?#id=kA03x000000YsSRCA0&googtrans(en|en_US) You have to first remove the Pitman arm support to remove the Pitman arm assembly. Yes it takes a fair bit...
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    Any ideas on adding an aftermarket USB for phone charging during travels on our 2017 RT?

    Multimeter on amps setting?
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    The Auto Downshift is irritating for changes to 2nd & 1st - can anything be done to block those down-shifts?

    Answering the OP's question, I see nothing in BUDS (earlier Spyders) to block or alter downshift points. I can't say about BUDS2 (later model years) but I'm willing to bet money.
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    2024 will Crank, but just won't start! More later...

    Fuel pumps have also been an issue for many Ryker owners. I too had to replace the fuel pump twice. Once I was able to restart several times and get home, once I was stranded and had to get a tow.
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