• 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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  1. WisconsinDavid

    Just hit my first dog

    Glad your close encounter kept you in the saddle and not airborne. Animals along the way are so dangerous and the source of much adrenalin in a rider's veins!
  2. WisconsinDavid

    Anyone got a spare Retaining clip for 2010 front brake pads?

    Have a message out to Ron :) He's like a superman of the board. My RS came with an extra set of brake pads when I got it used... time to put them on for this season. Buddy has a shop and was putting them on and the old retainer clips broke when removing original pads. New pads are just pads...
  3. WisconsinDavid

    Clutch Lever Adjust

    I'll try that too... thanks for the advice. Onward!
  4. WisconsinDavid

    Clutch Lever Adjust

    Thought I could see the fluid through the window, but was way low. Refilled. I may have the deteriorating O ring malady documented elsewhere on the site. Oh joy! At least there is good info here on doing that work... as sounds like $$$ at a dealership.
  5. WisconsinDavid

    Clutch Lever Adjust

    My clutch lever/cable? is loose ... when I put in lowest detent, it doesn't engage the clutch at all. It only works when it is floating on the highest point on the wheel. The adjusting wheel only spins to the different settings... turning repeatedly right or left does not move it in or out...
  6. WisconsinDavid

    Interesting Info from BRP 2020 Report

    Yes, both brands will be gone. I guess there is nothing left for BMW except for Madison, as the Milwaukee BMW closed. Rumor is that one may be reopening there. Madison and Milwaukee area Harely Dealerships remain, of course. Mischler's last day will be Dec. 22 from the press release I read.
  7. WisconsinDavid

    Interesting Info from BRP 2020 Report

    Today I was saddened to hear that a 60 year-old Harley dealership in town is shuttering its doors. Pressure from Covid and pressure on Harley has them reacting to the new environment by closing smaller town dealerships. Everyone knows that cycle sales are down and this is a difficult new day...
  8. WisconsinDavid

    Front sprocket cost R and R???

    Is the pulley as much of an issue on the older RS models? I still am bopping around on a '10. It seems it is new models, but that may just because most on here have moved on beyond the RS.
  9. WisconsinDavid

    Today was a sad day

    I have done the same... changed the oil in the snowblower to get my other "fun" machine ready for the next season. The spyder is under wraps until the robins return in the spring.
  10. WisconsinDavid

    2nd Class Owner

    Hey you '15 Snob... I still ride a 2010 RS. Just kidding. :) Mine is paid for, still runs great and is a great ride in its own right. I don't think any of us is second class ... we all love our spyders, be they brand new or vintage machines. Sadly, getting ready to put mine to sleep for...
  11. WisconsinDavid

    New spyder owner, old motorcyclist: is there a kit to add a handlebar brake lever

    I grabbed a handful of air for a bit ... but then the brain adapted and haven't found myself doing that for quite awhile. Takes some miles and smiles to get the gray matter behaving without thinking. Keep at it. Or, like others have said, there are some kits but they are pricey. See where...
  12. WisconsinDavid

    I Hate To Be Negitive B-U-T

    I have an older 2010 RS and so far it has been flawless and the design seems well executed. I've owned hondas and harleys and don't notice an unusual dropoff with the Spyder I own, which is amazing since their production numbers are much smaller than the bigger brands. I hope the troubles...
  13. WisconsinDavid

    2013 St Tupperware removal

    I think Lamonster still has a youtube video of putting them on the RS ... similar or the same as the ST. Found it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iO2a_eL4ccU
  14. WisconsinDavid

    Sudden end to a vacation

    Thankful you both are okay. As others have said, with that much damage and stuff pushed around... I would press insurance to total it and get a new/different spyder. There is no guarantee it can be made right again... and most with that much damage moving things out of place will never be...
  15. WisconsinDavid

    Belt tension

    What is the recommended cricket measurement for the old RS (2010) belts while on the ground? I should check mine. Thanks. Nevermind, found an old thread that said 160-180 for my RS. Thanks. :)
  16. WisconsinDavid

    Back from Ozarks

    Awesome week of riding to and fro. The tropical storm went past while we stayed in Branson. Morning greeted us with blue skies again and the riding in Arkansas was spectacular. We were gone for a week and put on about 2500 miles. The strange range of Covid restrictions made life interesting...
  17. WisconsinDavid

    Back to the hospital for Dave

    Hope the next phase of this goes well and quickly for you :)
  18. WisconsinDavid

    Trip to Ozarks (MO & AR)

    Thanks... I have a bandana that makes me look like I rolled Willie Nelson. :) Thanks for the information! We have been planning routes using the Ozarkrides.com site. We want to do the "Whole Hog" best of AR ride and then up in MO the "Hellbender." We've got a week to bump around. So far...
  19. WisconsinDavid

    Trip to Ozarks (MO & AR)

    Heading down to the Ozarks this coming weekend and week. Has anyone done any riding down there recently? Curious about how thick the roads are with riders experiencing cabin fever and also, information how open are these states with hotels, food, bars, etc. Thanks.
  20. WisconsinDavid

    Being seen

    I put extra bright led's in my fog lamps on my older spyder. Friends I ride with noticed the difference immediately. They said, "This year I can see you when you are behind me." But the best advice is what you are doing. Never assume anyone sees you. Ride like you are invisible. There are...
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