• 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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    Tri-Axis Handlebars DO work.

    Tri Axis Bars. I recently fitted a set of these bars to my 2016 RT Ltd and found them to be the cure for my aching shoulders. The only thing I found to be a problem is that because I raised the rear jacking screw nearly as high as it would go, all the switches on the bars are now out of reach...
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    What to do with old helmet

    Old helmets In the UK we have a charity called "Red Cross" who provide medical cover to all types of events including motorcycle events. I give my old helmets to the local branch so that they can practice safe helmet removal on dummies and on each other. Maybe there is a similar organisation in...
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    DIY tire replacement

    Tyre removal. Here is a tip for tyre removal from a Gold Wing site. 1. Break the bead on both sides. 2. Feed a large zip-tie under both beads and join over the tread. 3. Pull tight until both beads are tight together. 4. Repeat every 6 inches, right around the tyre. 5.Push one part of tyre...
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    Tri Axis bars.

    Tri Axis Thank to everyone who replied. The video clips and instructions have given me the confidence to jump in and get it done. I will be interested to see how many bits I have left over. Thanks again Alan.
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    Tri Axis bars.

    I have a 2016RT Ltd. I have just purchased a second hand set of Tri Axis bars which I intend to fit myself. The kit of parts did not include any instructions. I believe they are not very good, but better than nothing. Does anyone here have a set I could borrow, or know where I could get a set...
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    Adjustable suspension.

    I have a 2016 RT Ltd with adjustable rear air suspension. I recently had the dash instrument cluster replaced due to fogging on the inside of the glass. The grey bar graph which shows up when I manually adjusted the pressure setting has gone, being replaced by a red vertical bar which just reads...
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    Adding LEDs

    Thanks Thanks for both of the replies. The flashers and LEDs are now working well, still a little faster than they used to be I think, but still within limits. Alan
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    Adding LEDs

    I am trying to add an LED strip to the front flasher/mirror units, to be seen better and so I can notice if the flashers don't cancel. When I connect them, they do work but flash quite quickly. Is there a way to slow the flasher back to normal speed. Thanks
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    Front "yawn" tires.

    Nankang AS1 Hi Merlot, I can get hold of these tyres in the size you stated, 165 65 15. Does changing from a 55 standard ratio to 65 make much difference.
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    Front "yawn" tires.

    I am looking for some front tyres for my RT here in the UK. The front runners as far as wet/dry performance, seem to me to be Duraturn Mozza 4S. The ads say this is an American made product, So has anyone any information to share. Thanks
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    Now I really wish that I could say that....

    Rule breaker. JerryB. This clip breaks every rule laid down by the British CAA. As in the USA people like this are causing loads of proplems for all legitamate, safe model fliers.
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    LED headlights.

    Hammer. With my strong friend pulling the panel and duct out of the way, I managed to get the cover on but could not push the top catch on. A 3ft. length of broom handle allowed a hammer to persuade the top catch to lock, simple.
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    LED headlights.

    Success. Thanks to all for the replies. Dripping blood on the keyboard as I type this. I got a friend to pull the panel and duct far enough for me to get the cover back on, and then used a long piece of wood and a hammer to engage the catch at the top. I hope the LEDs last as long as advertised...
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    LED headlights.

    Fitting TricLED headlight and low beam units to my 2016 RT Ltd UK version. I am having a problem with the left hand low beam unit as it looks like I will have to remove the air duct to get access. Can someone please give me some help as to how to get the duct out as I can't see how it is...
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    Belt alignment HELP.

    Belt help. Thanks for the replies. As I thought it seems more than a simple belt alignment problem. My local dealer where I got the bike has only been Spyder dealer for 7 months. I was his first customer. Although one of his techs. has been on some courses he does not have any depth of...
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    Belt alignment HELP.

    I have a 2016 RT Ltd with about 3000m. I intended to fit a Smoothspyder tensioner but on removing the side panels I found that although the belt was lined up on the rear pulley ie. a couple of mm from the flange, the belt was climbing up on the outer edge of the front pulley. I set about...
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    Kumho tyres.

    Tried to obtain some of the recommended Kumho front tyres for my Spyder RT here in the UK. The importers tell me that the Solus KH16 are no longer avaiable and that there is a new Solus HA31 replacement in the same sizes with different rubber compound and a directional tread pattern, not the...
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    Portable compressor for rear tire

    Tyre inflation. On the 1500 Goldwings there was a Schraeder valve and extension tube in the side box that you could use to pump up the tyres. It was tapped off the rear air suspension and you used the "UP" button to inflate you tyre. Is the air pump on the Spyder good enough to use the...
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    Newbie questions.

    Hi all, Got some great answers to my last question so hope for some more. I have a new 2016 RT-Ltd, when I use the buttons to lower or raise the air preload there is no movement in the ride hight, like in my previous Goldwings and there is no readings on a pressure gauge on the valve...
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    Heated seat.

    Thanks to all for your help. This was only the first of many questions. Alan
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