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  1. Rednaxs60

    Baja Ron sway BAR explained

    Thanks, you are correct. I generally check the dictionary on line to make certain I am using a word correctly.
  2. Rednaxs60

    Baja Ron sway BAR explained

    Agree with BajaRon on the tensile strength of the bar. Think of this similar to a car tire. Radial construction is the same regardless of the radial tire, but the quality of the "plys" is considerably different between a premium tire compared to a less expensive one, and for the same size...
  3. Rednaxs60

    Baja Ron sway BAR explained

    Agree with what has been mentioned above - put my thoughts in colour. We tend to generalize when it comes to terms/items/systems and such. The electrical system is still called a 12 VDC system when in reality it is a 14.2 VDC system - regulator/rectifier set point, or to make a decision and...
  4. Rednaxs60

    Opinions wanted: Spyder vs HD trikes

    A major difference between the Spyder and HD Tri-Glide is towing. The Spyder is specifically designed to tow a trailer, and BRP has a trailer hitch and trailer option. The HD Tri-Glide does not have an HD towing package that I have found mentioned. It is probably not recommended to even...
  5. Rednaxs60

    Baja Ron sway BAR explained

    The sway bar is incorporated into the suspension system to minimize frame twist/torque. The less robust the sway bar, the less twist/torque will be compensated for. This does affect suspension movement, but only to a point, otherwise shocks would not be needed. The front suspension is a...
  6. Rednaxs60

    Do ELKA or M2 Shocks make a large difference?

    Short answer - yes. New aftermarket shocks will have preload adjusters, most likely have rebound damper adjustments - M2 shocks do, and probably 250 lb/in springs - I have installed new M2 shocks all round. Upgrading the front shocks will most likely entail a rear shock upgrade as well. A...
  7. Rednaxs60

    More evolution

    BRP early days.
  8. Rednaxs60

    Suspension

    Have installed the M2 shocks on my Spyder, and immediately noticed a significant improvement in ride quality and performance. The M2 shocks came with a recommended spring rate setting, and very good install and setup instructions. I asked for a 700 lb/in rate spring be included in the shipment...
  9. Rednaxs60

    Nanny and Kanines

    Agree with BajaRon. Only system keeping the tires firmly planted on the road is the suspension system. You have apparently met and exceeded the limits of the suspension. You may have noticed that the front suspension was fully compressed when you were doing this maneuver. Tires should never...
  10. Rednaxs60

    recommended front replacement tire

    Just changed my front tires from the OEM Kenda, still in good condition after 16K Kms but going on 7 years in age, with 155/60R16 Kuhmo Solus KH16 tires. 98 percent match, just a shade narrower. Same price as the OEM Kenda, non-directional, good tread profile. Reason for Kumho - availability...
  11. Rednaxs60

    Review: Review of RPS Manufacturing/M2.Shocks on my 2021 Ryker 900

    tommynohl - good for you. Settled on M2 shocks for my 2014 Spyder RT LE as well. The OEM shocks were not up to performing the way I like to ride and for two up riding. My pillion, Sonya, commented on the improved ride and that the lean/roll in corners/curves was significantly reduced - money...
  12. Rednaxs60

    Kenda kanines?

    Will be replacing the rear tire on my 2014 RT LE in the near future and probably with the new Kanine, just did the fronts. Mention this because these are available up here in the north in a warehouse in Vancouver BC. Installed M2 shocks as well, rear shock with a 700 lb/in spring. Rides well...
  13. Rednaxs60

    What is the best first upgrade to SPYDER or RYKER?

    Jake - the proverbial rabbit hole is only what we make it. Stepping up from the Ryker to the Spyder RT is a significant change. The Ryker handling will be a lot more sporty than the Spyder - haven't rode a Ryker, but the Ryker looks like a lot of fun. Before I bought my 2014 RT LE, test ride...
  14. Rednaxs60

    Initial Maintenance and Work

    More info for my thread journal. Road test with the front shock rebound adjustment the same and the ACS system working, and riding the same route that I use to test my setup, the Spyder lean/roll was more pronounced then when the ACS system was not functioning. I attribute this to the ACS...
  15. Rednaxs60

    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Agree with BajaRon. Suspension is a package deal. There will be a difference with each change, but only for what the component is designed for. I mentioned having to secure the sway bar bushings on my Spyder, these were loose. Made a difference but still could not fully compensate for the...
  16. Rednaxs60

    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    Most welcome. The B.U.D.S. software may be able to identify some issues not considered such as the calibration of the ACC system - rear air system, may need to be calibrated, mine did. You wouldn't think a fairly new vehicle would need upgraded shocks. My 2014 had 9100 Kms on it four months...
  17. Rednaxs60

    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    B.U.D.S. software is what you need to use to do a bit of maintenance on your Spyder, check calibrations and the like. You can check it out at this site: https://www.powersports-diag.com/en/brp-diagnostic-kits/1-brp-buds-buds2-mpi-3-diagnostic-kit-4-tec-e-tec.html I have this software and...
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    Cornering Nightmare - Update

    I'll chime in here. Have had my 2014 Spyder RT LE since end March and have some 7000 Kms on it. You're right as to the snowmobile issue. Researched the forums for information on these. Had several issues with mine that I have been correcting. I felt that the cornering was not as expected...
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    Initial Maintenance and Work

    Another suspension update. Adjusted the rebound damping on the front shocks last night. Road test this morning and like the ride. Less corner/curve lean. Will be making sure that the rebound adjusters are the same. Have to go all the way back one way, then return to where I started...
  20. Rednaxs60

    Initial Maintenance and Work

    Update on suspension setup with new M2 shocks. Set the ground clearance height at 4.25" using the frame as a reference point. I used a point 2" in front of the imaginary line between the two front wheels similar to an alignment. This put the front trunk height at 5 7/8", no more scraping of...
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