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  1. bertmc

    Greasin' the Belt

    Thanks, I'll try to find some of this & try to confirm non-dino content. By the way, does the wife move or does she slide, and why does she complain?
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    Greasin' the Belt

    Here's what the XPS website http://xpslubricants.com/all_products.asp says: XPS Synthetic Grease: Engine Care Recommended for high-rev marine applications. This synthetic grease provides the best wear protection and water-resistance available. This is from the MSDS on the XPS website. Says...
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    Checking oil level

    Have I worried for naught about airbox oil? "The RT has a different design. I have heard of no problems with the RT, and had none myself." Ron, I noted this quote from Scotty from April 2011 about airbox oil when reading the thread with your catch-can description. Is it confirmed that there...
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    Checking oil level

    Keep it full? I had a Japanese bike with a sight gauge. I don't remember which one. But my primary question is this: Seems like I have read comments in the last year about running the oil level at about 1/2 on the dipstick to prevent excess oil in the air box. Is this a bad idea if you use...
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    Greasin' the Belt

    My RT belt started squeaking a little on acceleration in lower gears at a couple thousand miles & the tech a Cowtown told me he put a little grease on it. Worked pretty good, but now about 5 or 6 thousand later it is squealing like a stuck pig. The service bulletin posted at...
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    Does BRP Sponsor a Spyder Owners Magazine?

    Yeah, I still like to hold a magazine or newspaper in my hands. Guess I'm just old-fashioned. Newsweek just published its last print edition last week & I have 3 months to go. My Cycle World still comes in the mail.
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    Rain gear

    Protection from rain and ..... "I live in San Diego so I don't need warmth,Just protection. I also need separate top and pants." "I often wear two layers of rain gear...a good riding suit covered by a rainsuit." I know you're talking about protection from the rain, but, as Scotty said, a...
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    HELMET CHOICE

    Ear plugs also I finally started wearing ear plugs several years ago after many years on motorcycles and lawn tractors. Too late to save good hearing, but not too late to keep it from getting worse. Harley guys with loud pipes will look at you funny when putting in ear plugs while riding a...
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    Tools Questions

    What size allen wrench do I need to change oil? I want to be sure I have the right size with T handle after I drill that hole. Also, is there a special tool that makes removing those push pins easier. If not, what is the best way to pry them out without damaging them? Thanks, Bert
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    HELMET CHOICE

    Wife & I have had two Nolan modulars in the past and liked them. We got Shoei Neotecs this time. I have about 10,000 miles on mine now and agree with all Ypilot & Ghall said. I liked the quick release on the Nolans rather than D rings on the Shoei. We have Scala Rider intercoms and the...
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    How do guys with big hands check the coolant?

    Lots of good suggestions for observing the level. Thanks. But what to do if you have to add some? When I tried to remove the cap a month ago, I could not get it to budge. Was afraid to put a pipe wrench on it.
  12. bertmc

    how do you remove the funk?

    how do you remove the funk? Psychyatrists recommend counseling, and possibly medications. I recommend going for a ride on your Spyder.
  13. bertmc

    MOTORCYCLE JACK ON SALE AGAIN - $59.95

    I called I would call this number 1-800-423-2567 and try to order it by phone. If not ask them about the store not honoring the code. It's worth a try. The coupon was in the Sunday Dec 2nd newspaper. You might be able to go to your newspaper and ask to purchase the old paper. Our paper will let...
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    Always Always Always Rock the Gear!

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    MOTORCYCLE JACK ON SALE AGAIN - $59.95

  16. bertmc

    Spyder Event Calendar

    Shooting Ducks? Do you know something we don't know? Do we get to shoot ducks this year? I know some of you guys have guns, but I don't have one. Can i just throw rocks?
  17. bertmc

    How many miles do you have on your RT?

    10,900 miles--4 months (had 10,000 in first 3 months, slowing down)
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    Battery age

    A rose is a rose is a rose, but is lithium ion same as lithium iron same as LiPo? Scotty says: "If you want the best battery available, I would consider a lithium-iron battery." WackyDan says, re the LiPo battery: "you are better off with traditional lead acid batteries." Are we comparing...
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    Battery age

    How heavy? ... If you want the best battery available, I would consider a lithium-iron battery. They are lightweight, durable, and don't lose a charge sitting idle (except for parasitic losses). Is a lead-acid-battery heavier than a lithium-iron battery?
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    Another Cal Sci Windshield review

    I don't have the CalSci or the dash bag, but thought about both. Has anyone else installed the CalSci with dash bag (or vice versa), and did it affect the windshield performance?
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