• 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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    How many miles did you put on your Spyder this summer?

    Since the season is coming to a close for those of us further north, I'm curious to hear how much time we all spent on our Spyders since Spring. Mine was new last year in August and I didn't ride much before the cold set in. I only had 600 miles on it after my first ride (to the dealer) this...
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    I was thirsty. So I went to Wisconsin for a Diet Coke.

    That's my way of saying I took my first LONG ride and my first out of state ride on my Spyder yesterday. My boyfriend -- who did not get a Spyder but instead got a Triumph Thunderbird -- and I took our first long & first out of state motorcycle trip yesterday. We decided to take the great...
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    Problems in heavy traffic?

    Hi everyone, I have a problem that I've experienced once or twice. I'll be mentioning the issue to my dealer the next time I'm in. I'm just looking to see if anyone has experienced this or has any guesses what might be the cause. So some background - I got my 09 SE in August of last year. I...
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    LOVE my Spyder

    I've noticed lately many notes from panicing newbies about all the horrible stories and complaints that they see here. I'm concerned that maybe our negatives are scaring people off rather than helping them feel equiped and knowledgable. I'm in no way saying that we shouldn't post about...
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    MN 3 wheeled M/C test at Eagan location

    So today I took my Spyder to the dmv and took the test for the 3 wheel restriction license. I called and asked what they would test me on. She (after two calls and 2 supervisors being asked) they told me that I would be given the regular car exam. I wasn't quite sure what to expect because...
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    BRP Grip installation questions?

    Hi guys, I've tried to search through the forum and looked through several pages of several different searches but am getting some contradictory information or am just misunderstanding what's been posted before. I've just purchased the BRP grips. I want to install these myself if possible...
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    Spyder team and test rides in MN at MOA

    Hey everyone, in case there are lurkers who don't have a Spyder yet or haven't ridden one yet and want to try... The Can Am Spyder team is back in MN. Leos South is hosting them at the Mall of America on the Ikea side today and tomorrow from 9am to 6pm. They have a course set up for those who...
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    Dealer labor costs?

    I took my Spyder in for it's first maintenance yesterday and received it back yesterday evening. I paid $260(ish) for an oil change and a few updates (warranty). The costs outlined were $198 in labor and $71 for the oil change. Is this -normal-? For those of you who don't do your own...
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    First riding weekend in MN

    Well, I pulled my Spyder out of the garage on Saturday after stopping Friday night for an outside storage cover (gotta protect my baby). Didn't ride myself but my boyfriend took it out for a couple spins. I'm looking forward to the upcoming warm-up and more riding weekends! Anyone else out...
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    Rosewood Ride?

    Anyone going on the Rosewood ride tomorrow, starting in Rosemount and going to Lake Pepin?
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    Floppy Mirrors?

    So, I had my Spyder into the shop to have heliebars added and now my mirros flop around. I don't have mirror extenders, these are stock. Prior to the service they were so tight they didn't move. Can anyone give me any tips on getting these things tightened back up? Frankly it's dangerous...
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    Jerky Braking?

    I have a new 09 SE5 with less than 150 miles on it. I've never ridden a motorcycle before, so I'm not sure 'what to expect' out of the Spyder. One of the things I've noticed is that if I'm braking gradually, the Spyder jerks or bucks occasionally. It seems to do it when it's downshifting. Is...
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    First mod

    After only having my Spyder for a couple weeks I am having my first mod installed -- A HeliBar Riser. I don't really like the change in looks that comes from adding them, but I do like the change in comfort. Looking forward to many more mods!
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    Storing Spyder for winter?

    I live in Minnesota and my winters are really bad. It's starting to get cold here and having never had a motorcycle before I'm not sure what I need to do with my Spyder when the time comes that I can't ride it anymore. Any tips from you long time motorcycle and Spyder owners? I do have a...
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    Suggestions for a big guy buying a Spyder?

    Hi everyone. I'm new here and a new Spyder owner. I brought it home Friday night and so far my boyfriend has ridden it more than I have! He's pretty convinced he'll be getting his own soon and we're starting to think about what he might need/want in the way of mods/upgrades, etc. He's 6'6...
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    New Spyder owner in Mn

    Hi, my name is Amanda. I'm a new Spyder owner in Minnesota. I bought my Syder at Leo's South in Lakeville and drove it home on Friday evening -- I live is Rosemount. I went back today and they told me that they'd sold another one yesterday. So I can't claim to be the newest Spyder owner in...
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