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    Is this too much Air Bag Pressure?

    On my S2S I put a flexible extension on the under seat valve. After the first couple of rides I checked the pressure and it was 25psi every time. I weigh 230lb and I am happy with the ride. Alan.
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    S2S Brake pedal doesn't have pivot down - is it no longer necessary??

    Thanks to both for the reply. Looks like I was given duff information by the dealer. When I rode my 2016 to the dealer to pick up the S2S we found that I could not get on the S2S. A combination of lower floorboards, thicker seat and my disabilities made mounting impossible. We raised the...
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    S2S Brake pedal doesn't have pivot down - is it no longer necessary??

    When I purchased my 2016 RT, it was pointed out to me that there was a safety feature, whereby if one of the brake circuits failed, the footboard would pivot down automatically to allow sufficient pedal travel. I have now got a S2S and it does not have this feature. Has there been something else...
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    What's the best Can Am Spyder lift?

    My vote goes to the Big Blue bike lift. I had mine initially for my Gold Wing and then got the adaptor parts for the Spyder. It does take up a bit of space but earns its keep when needed and is very safe to use. Alan.
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    Installing 2020/2021 Spyder RTL backrest from Can-Am?

    Something I did to mine may help. I placed a loop of strong material, 1in webbing in my case, around the wire retainer. It makes it so much easier to remove at any time. Alan
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    2020+ Spyder Mirror vibrations - fixed by dealer! Other options too!

    Checked the mirrors on my 2021 S2S and they are different to the older design. The lower ball fittings have a taper on the neck on the back end where they sit against the wires, also they now sit into a moulded receiver at the ball side locating them tighter until the wires give that is. This...
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    2021 RT rear wheel removal.

    Has anyone yet had to remove the rear wheel from a 2021 RT. It looks as if the extended rear mudguard/flap has to be removed. Is that correct and if so is it easy to remove and replace. I have removed the rear wheel from my last 2016 RT several times so I know the procedure re. belt alignment...
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    Brake pad replacement

    Blueknight, do you do most of your miles on a toy hauler? On my 2016RT the original pads were done at about 8000m and the replacement EBC,s were totally shot after 12000m. I am now 75 and go through brakes quite regularly. Alan.
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    RT Upgrade

    I picked up my new Sea2Sky a couple of days ago. I am 5ft6 and 220lb so asked them to fit the short reach bars and found it very difficult to get on and off the bike as I don't seem to bend enough in the right places. So, try before you buy, wearing your bulkiest riding gear.
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    Got a new Sea2Sky - and now have a few questions?

    Collected my Sea2Sky yesterday and had a nice 4 hour ride home. I have a few questions for those cleverer owners. 1. When in cruise control, where are the icons to show it is "on" and "activated" on the dash. I could not see them. 2. Is the rear suspension adjustable like my 2016. 3. What...
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    No power to aux light

    I have a new Sea2Sky on order. Here in the UK they come not fitted with the auxiliary, signature or trunk tail/stop lights fitted, supposedly illegal here. I hope when it arrives the wires to these locations are fitted and live so that I came fit alternatives such as yours. I will keep an eye on...
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    Rear tire air valve

    I have wondered if it would be possible to fit a valve into the side of one of the spokes, pointing directly outward. This is done on BMW machines and would make inflation much easier.
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    Rated-PG Redneck Xmas

    https://youtu.be/UBKGoj7nKAw Enjoy, Alan
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    Merry Christmas - A Message from the Queen

    A MESSAGE FROM THE QUEEN To the citizens of the United States of America from Her Sovereign Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. "In light of your failure to nominate competent candidates for President of the USA, and thus to govern yourselves, we hereby give notice of the revocation of your...
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    Classic TT onboard - Danny Webb (Team Classic Suzuki - RG500)

    Living in the UK, I have been to the Manx GP a few times myself as a spectator only, on my G.W.1800. One of my best memories of riding there on a normal open road day, don't forget we drive on the left, was taking Kate's Cottage, a downhill left hander much too fast. As the road was clear I let...
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    Freaky weather

    Blueknight, could you be an uphill skier, just asking. Seasons greetings, Alan.
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    Needed Belt tensioner Spring

    Sorry can't help with a replacement, but are you aware that there was a new version of the spring come out just before Doc finished. If you are looking, better to look for one of those. Would Doc be willing to tell you where he obtained them. Worth a try.
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    Has anyone given their Spyder a "Name"???

    Boris. Named from the Who's album track "Boris the spider" Alan
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    Front wheel bearings.

    Here in the UK all vehicles have to be safety tested every year. When I took my RT in last week, they failed it on the front wheel bearings. I asked if there was any chance it was the ball joints and they said no, definitely the bearings. I have not had the chance to take a look myself. I was...
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    Front wheel bearings.

    Thanks to all who replied. I have found a drawing of the wheel bearing sectioned and I now understand the layout and what I need to do. It is a type of bearing I have not seen before, a sort of compound construction. Would anyone know the torque is needed on the axle nut ? Thanks again, Alan.
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