• 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.

Search results

  1. Metalman

    Battery/Starting slow spin - is this common & why doesn't it start like a normal motorcycle?

    I stand corrected. Thanks. However, I didn't assume that 100 A or even 90 A would be used to charge the battery, but I did assume that the battery would recharge faster than in 30 to 60 minutes. I don't understand why starting a well tuned engine would require enough current to require 30 to...
  2. Metalman

    Are there any detailed LCD Display instructions anywhere? The manual doesn't thoroughly explain...

    Thank you. I will spend some time with the statistics menu and see if I can do do what I want to do.
  3. Metalman

    Are there any detailed LCD Display instructions anywhere? The manual doesn't thoroughly explain...

    I am able to use the LCD display on my 2023 RTL, but only the basic functions. I can't manipulate the display to show some of the secondary functions, such as finding and resetting the trip meters. I wonder if there's a detailed explanation for all of the functions of the LCD display. The manual...
  4. Metalman

    Battery/Starting slow spin - is this common & why doesn't it start like a normal motorcycle?

    That is useful information. I need to buy the service manual. The alternator has a maximum output of about 100 amps. That should be sufficient to charge the battery during a fairly short ride, unless the bike draws a large amount of current. I wonder if there are any specs. for current draw for...
  5. Metalman

    Has anyone modified the brake pedal to make it easier to use?

    Was it a difficult job?
  6. Metalman

    Battery/Starting slow spin - is this common & why doesn't it start like a normal motorcycle?

    I think I saw a kit somewhere that allowed the use of either a larger capacity battery or a second battery in the Spyders. Losing space in the frunk would not be an issue for me since I don't intend to do any long distance traveling.
  7. Metalman

    Has anyone modified the brake pedal to make it easier to use?

    Thanks to Fire Truck and McClendons for the informative posts above. I'm going to start out with a pedal extension and then if that doesn't work out as well as I'd like, I will consider getting the handbrake. Thanks, I'll check out the rod if I find that itiis necessary. I am somewhat...
  8. Metalman

    Has anyone modified the brake pedal to make it easier to use?

    I've read about one of the handbrake kits and they seem to be complicated. Some people are not happy with them. And the price is beyond outrageous. However, if I have to, I will go to the handbrake. But first, I'm going to order a wide brake pedal from Show Chrome and see how it works. I could...
  9. Metalman

    Has anyone modified the brake pedal to make it easier to use?

    I am 6 foot four and have neuropathy with dropfoot. Getting my foot firmly and squarely on the brake pedal is difficult. I'm concerned about how fast I can stop the 2023 RTL in an emergency. I wonder if anyone has modified the brake pedal by extending it to the right. I would be interested in...
  10. Metalman

    Anyone installed the Refined Cycle BPE2 brake pedal extension to reposition the pedal on an RT??

    I have the same problem. I have tried braking with my heel instead of the ball of my foot, and that works well. However, in an emergency situation, I'm not sure that I would have the foresight to use my heel. Perhaps after practicing it for miles and miles I might get used to it. There is a...
  11. Metalman

    Spyders are New to me, and the hitch prices have a huge variation - which way should I go? Recommend any hitches?

    @OldAge, it's good to know that you are satisfied with the performance and fuel mileage of the Spyder. As I ride the back roads on the Spyder, I feel that I need to crank the throttle much more to get useable output from the engine. According to the online manual, there are supposed to be...
  12. Metalman

    Spyders are New to me, and the hitch prices have a huge variation - which way should I go? Recommend any hitches?

    I'm in the same category as you having just turned 78. I can no longer ride a two wheel motorcycle because of polyneuropathy and dropfoot that prevents me from up shifting with my left foot. So I reluctantly bought a Spyder RTL. I too, have pulled motorcycle trailers for many thousands of...
  13. Metalman

    Where are you from? Where do you live?

    North Central Kentucky. Excellent riding around here as long as I stay away from the cities of which there aren't many.
  14. Metalman

    Battery/Starting slow spin - is this common & why doesn't it start like a normal motorcycle?

    I am a new Spyder owner, and it didn't take me long to realize that the battery in my new, used, 2023 RTL was not providing the necessary amperage to spin the starter over at what I would consider to be a normal rate. My battery testing meter shows that the battery is good at 89%, and the CCA...
  15. Metalman

    Any suggestions for a Tail bag? Got any pics &/or names?

    What do you attach your tail bag to?
  16. Metalman

    What is the function of the Rear signature light on an RTL? How does it turn on & off?

    The illustration in the above post matches my trike. However, the PDF manual that I have does not show the same illustration for the American version of the RTL.
  17. Metalman

    What is the function of the Rear signature light on an RTL? How does it turn on & off?

    Here is the reason for my confusion. The illustration comes from the PDF manual.
  18. Metalman

    2023 Spyder RTL- How do I view the voltmeter?

    I am a new Spyder owner, and I am perplexed about the various functions of the display. Can anyone tell me how to select the voltmeter?
  19. Metalman

    What is the function of the Rear signature light on an RTL? How does it turn on & off?

    Interesting. Perhaps it's called a signature light because it signifies that it's a particular model of a Spyder. I have seen signature lights for the front of Spyders and assume they come on with the headlights and other lights.
  20. Metalman

    What is the function of the Rear signature light on an RTL? How does it turn on & off?

    If it is, that light is in addition to the two backup lights on the saddlebags.
Back
Top