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  1. Eviltwin

    2010 RT, what is the going consensus for new front tires

    Thanks for the responses. I'll probably order a set of the Vredsteins this winter when I do my off season maintenance. 60 something bucks seems to be the best price online.
  2. Eviltwin

    2010 RT, what is the going consensus for new front tires

    Hi Mike. Not sure why you think I wouldnt value your advice. I am seeing the Vredstein tires listed at a few places, Tirerack has them for about 76 plus tax. That my be the default unless I get some other leads. Thanks.
  3. Eviltwin

    2010 RT, what is the going consensus for new front tires

    I almost hate to ask this question since tire threads are so contentious, but I'm still running the OEM tires on my 2010 RT. Now to be very honest, it doesn't get that many miles on it these days since I have two other bikes I ride and we haven't even used it as a TOAD this year behind the...
  4. Eviltwin

    Anyone tow a little camper, hard sided not a pop up?

    I wonder if that wouldn't be a case of the tail wagging the dog. Even if it made it under the weight limit, I would wonder about a strong crosswind moving the whole rig sideways.
  5. Eviltwin

    Do still ride a motorcycle ??

    Besides the Spyder, still have a Honda Silverwing and now a BMW R1200RT.
  6. Eviltwin

    New Spyder Lineup 2020

    Nice looking bike. But 2 grand extra for the topcase if you don't buy the Ltd? Even BMW doesnt charge that much for their big one. (47L)
  7. Eviltwin

    Looking for the RT Vent Kit instructions

    The instructions call for you to cut the opening larger. If you leave them with the original opening, they wont flow nearly as much air.
  8. Eviltwin

    TPMS for the cost concious rider.

    Amazon, solar charged, for cars but just leave one sensor off. Around 50 bucks. Have had for a while, works great. Nuff Said.
  9. Eviltwin

    Seal FloorBoards

    Rubber and the stainless carriage bolts came from Amazon. Aluminum diamondplate came from a local sheet metal shop, but could have been bought at Amazon I suppose. Carriage bolts were 1/2 in.-13 X 5 in., Grade 18-8 Stainless Steel. Rubber was: Jeweler's Solid Rubber Bench Block - 4" x 4". I...
  10. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    That is an excellent diagram. Hope the OP understands how it works. I'm not sure how much more layman I could make the explanation.
  11. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Engine is ground. Connect the battery back in the circuit. Dont connect the big wire to the solenoid. Check for 12v on the signal wire to the solenoid. Should be 0 volts give or take. If it's 12v, then its keeping the solenoid engaged. If not, then the solenoid itself is stuck closed.
  12. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Could be the solenoid is stuck. Would be much more definitive if you could check for voltages.
  13. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Sounds logical. Wilpir, do you have a meter or test light to verify voltages on these wires? I wouldnt think a solenoid would stick, but who knows what happened when you were disconnecting the battery. More likely the diode that Gwolf mentioned could have shorted. If you touch the...
  14. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Maybe. Solenoid was closed, thats why the starter motor was running. He disconnected both wires and then reattached both. I would have left the heavy wire that went to the motor disconnected and checked for 12v on the thinner wire that should be coming from the the wiring harness. If that...
  15. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Yes, if you remove the heavy red cable, there is no power to go to the starter. Then if the battery is back in the circuit, you can see what powers up. You can also test for 12v to the solenoid coil to see if that is holding it closed. Starter relay may be stuck, removing it could also...
  16. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    What emergency kill switch? The one on the handlebar? If the solenoid is stuck, that switch is out of the equation. Problem with this idea is that if indeed the bike started which is doubtful due to the electronics, then if the starter is still running the gear would be still meshed in the...
  17. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Starter motor is on the front of the engine, not sure if the starter solenoid is there also. At this stage, probably the best bet is to remove the side panels and start looking around. You can trace back from the battery easy enough. It's going to be a heavy cable to carry the current. Can...
  18. Eviltwin

    Brake Failer Reset Frustration!!!

    Sounds like the starter solenoid is stuck closed. Not quite sure how that can happen, but I dont have another way to explain why it tries to crank as soon as the battery is reconnected.
  19. Eviltwin

    Seal FloorBoards

    If you are handy, you can make your own. I modeled mine off the seal boards though I used aluminum diamondplate and stainless carriage bolts along with some hard black rubber to help cushion vibration. These are very sturdy and make for a much more comfortable seating position. Here are a few...
  20. Eviltwin

    Are there really THAT many differences between the Spyder and two wheels?

    Quite a bit of difference really. Riding the Spyder, you may feel a bit like you are riding a bike, open air, handlebar, but that is where it ends. It's much more like a car than a bike. On the other hand, 2 wheels is 2 wheels. I enjoy the 2 wheel ride much more, to me it sorta feels like...
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