• 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. dpetrick

    December Weather News

    50 degrees today and a Blizzard warning for tomorrow.
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    December Ride in NW Iowa

    December has been warmer than normal here in NW Iowa, so I have been able to ride quite a bit. But colder temps and snow are in the forecast and the Spyder has been tucked away for the winter. A video of one of my last rides of 2020. https://vimeo.com/489665528
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    Mannheim Steamroller exclusive

    One of our favorite groups. We have seen them perform many times. One of the musicians conducts a music workshop at Iowa Lakes Community College, and I have photographed him a few times for the college music department.
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    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    It was a nice day in NW Iowa, about 50 degrees, so I took my F3L for a nice ride. Today high will be in the 30’s with high winds. Riding season might be over here.
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    Spyder garage

    I just entered my new Spyder without any issues. Filled out the form, added photos and clicked submit. Did you click on Add My Spyder at the top of the Garage page? If everything is OK, and the photo(s) are not too large it should go through. If not approved soon, contact one of the...
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    Question about extent of floorboard adjustability on T, L models

    If it was not changed already the position usually is at 3-4. Positions 1 or 2 are closer to the back and should get close to the position you want. It does not take long to move the boards, so the dealer should be able to move them for you to try. Brake rod will have to be installed that...
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    November Weather News

    Yesterday morning it was 61 degrees, dropped into the 30’s by noon with rain and sleet. So I took my F3L for a short ride to the storage unit, so I could put the RAV in the garage. Winter weather advisory, with 3-6 inches possible today. Roads have icy spots.
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    What's wrong with time/space?

    Spyders and Rykers are time machines. Hop on and time flies by with a big smile on you face.
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    October Weather News

    17 degrees this morning and there is still ice on the roads from the weekend snow. Still having record cold temps. Forecast is for a warm up this weekend. Will see.
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    Epic road from Orava - place you never heard of... and poppy seeds...

    Great video !:thumbup:
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    Another dealer dropping Spyder Line

    Part of the issue may be what the dealer chooses to promote. Around here 4 wheelers are very popular and they can be used year around. Snowmobiles are also quite popular, as are personal watercraft. The dealer I referred to, does not have a lot of floor space and never had more than 2 Spyders...
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    October Weather News

    19 degrees this morning. Winter weather advisory tonight and tomorrow here in NW Iowa.
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    What did you do to your Spyder today?

    Moving Spyder to storage unit today. Snow in forecast for the weekend. Hopefully we will get some decent weather after next weeks cold and wet so I can get in another ride or two. Storage unit is only 5 minuets from home.
  14. dpetrick

    2020 RTL passenger heated grips not working?

    Wires should be under the seat.
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    2020 RTL passenger heated grips not working?

    Is the button to turn them on staying depressed? Did they work in the past? If you have not used them before it is possible they are not connected, so if that is the case, check the wiring connectors.
  16. dpetrick

    2nd Class Owner

    I recently upgraded from a 2009 RS to a 2020 F3L. I was happy with the RS, but wanted a more touring orientated ride. I was happy with the trade in I got for my RS and the Kawasaki Nomad I also traded for the new Spyder. I was looking at used RT and F3L and with the rebates and dealer sale...
  17. dpetrick

    F3 sluggish takeoff

    How many miles? Could be that the throttle body needs cleaning, spark plugs or poor quality fuel. Might want to try some fuel injector cleaner, like Seafoam, and try that first.
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    My impressions of my 2020 F3 Limited Dark

    Studded tires are legal in Iowa, issue is ground clearance and hard ice that builds up on the road makes even driving a SUV challenging during the winter. Some years I can ride into early December and than again get back out in March. But there is so much chemical de-icer on the roads that it...
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    My impressions of my 2020 F3 Limited Dark

    I have the stock windscreen, and I don't plan on replacing it at this time. Seems to work fine for me.
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    My impressions of my 2020 F3 Limited Dark

    I have a little over 1000 miles on my new F3L and am loving it. It is much smoother shifting and riding than my RS. It handles great, soaks up a lot of bumps. My wife loves the additional room and the passenger armrests. Fuel range is in the 200 mile per tank area, so I am happy with that...
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