• 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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  1. jcthorne

    My new baby - which gas? 87, E10, or is 91 octane better?

    That is an easy decision. Go for the 91 or better octane first, then the lower ethanol. The engine performance will drop as soon as you put the lower octane fuel in when the knock sensor detects ignition knock and dials back the timing. The bike is designed to handle up to 10% ethanol and any...
  2. jcthorne

    After hearing so much hoopla, I finally tried Buc-ee's! Never Again!

    You obviously missed the sign at the entrance that says no trucks, trailers, and no motorhomes. Buc-ees is not a truck stop, and they don't want to be. To be frank, if you are towing, they do not want your business. The pumps are laid out the way they are to be difficult for large vehicles ON...
  3. jcthorne

    Best seats - are Russell Day Long seats REALLY that good?

    After having many of the seats you mention and others over the years and finally spending the time and funds to get a RDL built for me, YES The RDL is amazing as each one is built for the individual butt. Every butt is different. Having done this, I will never bother with other seats again as...
  4. jcthorne

    What maintenance tasks are proprietary?

    There are NO maintenance items that cannot be performed on your own or by an independent mechanic. There are some that require tools such as BUDS software to work on the bike but its not limited to the dealers. In fact BRP does not own BUDS and dealers have to buy it same as independent shops...
  5. jcthorne

    Anyone else got water in the battery area?

    Battery is not in a sealed compartment. It sits among the front suspension and is fully exposed to weather and road grime.
  6. jcthorne

    Any tire companies that make 165/55/15 tires other than Kenda?

    We use the Yokohama AVID 175/55R15 as the replacement and they fit fine with all 4 fender types. Great tire, amazing traction smooth quiet ride and LONG life. We have been installing this tire on Spyders for a decade now and have a great many sets in use.
  7. jcthorne

    Anyone replaced Spark Plugs on F3-S? Is it really a big job?

    I do not recommend changing them unless the Spyder is not running or idling well. My current F3 has a bit over 97k on it and still runs great on the original plugs. If it ever starts misfiring etc, I will replace them but until then, its just too darn much work to get to them. The only...
  8. jcthorne

    Will a 2024 Sea to Sky let me navigate via my Samsung phone?

    Yes, you can link your Samsung phone via bluetooth to the 2024 bike. You cannot display the google maps on the bike display as it only supports Apple.
  9. jcthorne

    New main computer, odometer reset to Zero - any way to reset to show proper milage?

    Milage is stored in the instrument cluster, not the ECU. None the less, its not programmable and when replaced starts at zero. You can obtain a letter from the dealer with the miles when replaced but your title (or odo statement when sold) will just show that its not the correct milage. It...
  10. jcthorne

    BRP announced Extended Warranty Price Increase!

    Just for the curious and those contemplating a new bike purchase, what's the new BEST pricing look like now?
  11. jcthorne

    What do you think of the 'New for 2025 - Spyder Canyon'?

    Canyon has the smaller 79t rear sprocket. ONLY the F3S gets the larger one.
  12. jcthorne

    What do you think of the 'New for 2025 - Spyder Canyon'?

    10 inches of suspension travel. 6 inches of ground clearance.
  13. jcthorne

    Has anybody heard any rumors on the 2025 Spyder Models? New line-up released!

    The Canyon offers 10" of suspension travel, not 10" of clearance. Not a fan of the sport riding position with your feet bent back under you that the new Canyon has. It's like the old RS. Very uncomfortable.
  14. jcthorne

    Has anybody heard any rumors on the 2025 Spyder Models? New line-up released!

    BIG NEWS! They dropped Kenda tires across the line. Now we get private label Chinese tires instead.
  15. jcthorne

    What do you think of the 'New for 2025 - Spyder Canyon'?

    Great, a new Spyder that LOOKS like an adventure bike but cannot actually operate off road or even on gravel. BRP really does think its customers are downright stupid. Oh, and at a price 2x of a Ryker Rallye that CAN actually drive a gravel road. It's all posted on the Can Am site. Don't get...
  16. jcthorne

    Has anybody heard any rumors on the 2025 Spyder Models? New line-up released!

    Few different color combos, a couple minor features changes and not much else. BRP was pretty adamant that new Spyder designs or drivetrains would not be coming until after they get the electric bikes and trikes to market. So not much coming until 27 or later.....Unless you want a 50 mile...
  17. jcthorne

    Apple Car Play download initially failed! NOW Finally available....

    Has anyone seen a wireless adaptor that displays Android Auto on an Apple CarPlay system like this? I have been told they exist and keep seeing references to them in the Harley forums that have the same limitation (CP but no AA). If anyone knows of one, please post up. Thanks.
  18. jcthorne

    How to disable DESS using BUDS? Any Step-by-Step Procedures?

    BUDS, megatech license version BUDS2, megatronic license version Either way its the top license for each that is required. BUDS handles 2008 thru 2017. BUDS2 handles 2017 and newer. Yes there is some overlap between the two versions. Also one other myth that was stated above is that dealers...
  19. jcthorne

    How to disable DESS using BUDS? Any Step-by-Step Procedures?

    We are down in Houston and can disable DESS. www.thornolis.com
  20. jcthorne

    Rear wheel removal - can't get the brake caliper off or remove axle - help??

    You need to remove all tension from the belt on the rear axle before you can easily slide it out. Usually that means remove the lower shock bolt and allow the swing arm to lower and the belt looses all tension and slides off the sprocket easily.
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