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  1. troop

    Some pix/info on $20 ebay handguards

    Thought I'd post up some photos of my just installed ebay handguards on my RT S2S. - These are Chinese knockoffs of the Puig Avant handguards which cost $90 on Amazon. They came with silver accents, not black. The silver braces screw off easily and are easily corrected with a couple coats...
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    How about on a 2022 RT S2S? These tires + mounting would run me $330 locally from a tire vendor buddy. I don't know if I want to take that much of a $$ gamble :(
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    Another good example. Kenda lists the 165/55R15 tire as having an overall diameter of 23" and section width of 7". For the 165/60R15 Vredestein Quatrac, Tire Rack lists an overall diameter of 22.8" and section width of 6.5". Taking these samples into account, I should have zero clearance issues...
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    Buying a new helmet - who replaces them every 5 years per manufacturers spec??

    I tend to swap out helmets more than shoes. I currently have four helmets under a year old. My current oldest helmet is a bit over two years. I'm set for a while... until I'm not! :)
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    Not Full Disclosure, Sway Bar Install

    Did you request the Baja Ron standard or Ultra sway bar? I see they do not list the BR Ultra version on their website.
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    Buying a new helmet - who replaces them every 5 years per manufacturers spec??

    Well ... Everything breaks down over time. My helmets spend their off time on hooks in the garage, or in their bag/boxes in the basement over winter. At least wash the cheek pads/head liner or replace. Quite honestly, 7 years is a long time, but the best helmet is something comfy enough that you...
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    I understand this. Most of the time, you're at the mercy of manufacture info. Conti and Vredestein certainly won't share their data sheets. We just buy and take our chances :(
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    Just looking at Tire Rack specs between the Vredestein 165/60 and Conti 165/60, the Conti has both a distinctly wider section width and tread width. They'd likely rub even more than my Vredesteins did. On the next rainy day, I'm going to add a 3rd M8 washer to each fender support (I have two...
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    Hey Ron, Any chance you tried a 155/60 Conti, or the 165/60 ? Thx
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    A big shout out to Bajaron and his team! - sorry, long story.

    BRP, sadly, has the market cornered on reverse trikes. Things would likely be very different if one of the Japanese 4 got into the market.
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    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    I did basically the same thing. I took off my RDL seat after my touring season was over, as I wanted to lower my seat height. My stock S2S seat, with compression, is a solid 2"+ lower. I then removed my Helibars and installed some long reach bars on my 2" risers. I like this set up much better...
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    Anyone other than BRP make a 2024 F3S Windshield? If not, why?

    Clicking on the link: 1.) 2015 - 2023 F3/F3S
  13. troop

    Deadwood 3 Wheeler Rally 2026

    I'd call them directly now.
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    I hear ya. I ran a 215/60R15 Goodyear Winter Ultra Grip tire on the back of my past F3S. It had 8K miles on it when I sold the Spyder. It was an awesome tire, with great stick. I used that tire after running the Ultra Grips year round on my squad cars for many years without issues. I'd likely...
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    Well ... They do make the Winterprocontact in a 155/60R15. Looks like a Vredestein. Heck.. The Vredestein has a snow flake rating. But, alas, not recommended for temps above 45° :( :)
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    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Went on a nice, 130 mile, Slimy Crud Run, 2025 Fall Edition ride on a very rare 80° Wisconsin day. It was a good day. :) -
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    20,000 miles and still have OEM front tires

    Who I'd like to hear from are those that went from Kenda > car tires > back to Kenda. I'm one of those guys, but not by choice. PIA rubbing from Vredestein 165/60's (well chronicled) led me to try Kanines. They're coming off over the winter. I'm going to give the Conti 155/60's a try. If you've...
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    2017 F3-L - Right front top fender light out, what is involved with replacing it?

    It would drive my OCD crazy :) Replace it.
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    Pros and Cons on pre ordering a 2026 RT?

    Pros: Newest colorway Cons: Higher price (tariff to consider)/No change from 2024-2025/rebated-non tariff costs on leftover new 2024-2025 models Yup, get yourself a new, discounted, leftover 2024-2025 model.
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    When, if ever, was a belt dampener factory-installed on the F3's?

    Your signature doesn't show which F3 model you have? The 2022 F3/F3 Special series comes OEM with one, as they have the 89t rear pulley. The F3T/F3L do not, as they come with 79t pulley. Yet, my 2022 RT S2S with a 79t rear pulley comes with one. At least that's what the parts diagram shows...
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