Stubby Antenna

[PMK]

Bob, are you troubleshooting the radio reception? Did you try a complete antenna, normal length jusy to test the antenna coax cable yet?

Other than gaining access, it is an easy test of the antenna system. Hope you resolve it easily.

[Bob Denman]

Sorry, Paul: I never reported on what happened...
I tried know "good" antennas, I tried shutting off the headlights, and I tried about a 10 foot long wire attached to the mounting block (wrapped around an appropriate-sized bolt...)
No difference: no useful sounds at all!
I'll take the bike to the Dealer in the Spring, and have them replace the unit.

[Deanna777]

Here are pictures of the short antenna on a 2014RTS-SE6: New Radio Antenna on 2014RTS-SE6 001.jpg New Radio Antenna on 2014RTS-SE6 002.jpg antenna base # 708300156. Short Antenna part # 710005084.

I used a 7mm deep socket to install antenna.

Cut a small slit at top of antenna base to insert antenna thru. I bought the short antenna base/and the short antenna from Pitbull in Springfield, Mo. I get fantastic radio reception.

I have a 2014RTS-SE6. Deanna

[PMK]

Sorry, Paul: I never reported on what happened...
I tried know "good" antennas, I tried shutting off the headlights, and I tried about a 10 foot long wire attached to the mounting block (wrapped around an appropriate-sized bolt...)
No difference: no useful sounds at all!
I'll take the bike to the Dealer in the Spring, and have them replace the unit.

Sounds like a bad receiver unit as you mentioned. Worth getting replaced, but in all honestly, the IPod truly does sound better.

I have considered a good way to install a quality reciever, but BRP has it so intertwined with "stuff" to allow remote selections it just becomes a why bother project.

All the best with it in the spring. You may want to see if they have a long lead time to obtain one. I thought I read on hear, but maybe it was somewhere else that they were installing refurbished units under warranty and they had to come via some other source. Maybe I am wrong and it was another vehicle, but whatever it may be worth asking so there is minimal wait.

[Bob Denman]

Thanks for that little tidbit; I'll give them a call, and see what I can learn about it.

[PMK]

Sorry, Paul: I never reported on what happened...
I tried know "good" antennas, I tried shutting off the headlights, and I tried about a 10 foot long wire attached to the mounting block (wrapped around an appropriate-sized bolt...)
No difference: no useful sounds at all!
I'll take the bike to the Dealer in the Spring, and have them replace the unit.

I do need to get off my rear and do my double antenna install, just because it may look cool and may improve reception.

But then I won't have the clean looks of no external antennas.

So many decisions, so little time...

[Bob Denman]

When you do this: take LOTS of pictures!
I've always wanted to do it to my bike, but I lack the courage...
A complete list of what is needed, and some pics of how it is done... would probably push me over the edge!

[TheCajun1957]

Would a shorty antanna from Spyderpops work?

[rick_w]

We really like these and have one installed on our own RT.
Short Spiral AntennaThis 7 ½’’ tall antenna is easily installed as a direct replacement for Can-Am RT, AM/FM antennas.
Includes removable M6-1.0 threaded screw to mount on any model needed.
Includes a new grommet for the Can-Am RT that will stay put and complete the installation.

[spyderherb]

Where do you purchase the short antenna for the RT?

Go with the Walmart one-no doubt $8, can't be beat. Put a small drop of blue Loctite from Harbor Freight and you are set to go

[harry1025]

anyone have a sat antenna on the spyder and what kind

[Questions]

We really like these and have one installed on our own RT.
Short Spiral AntennaThis 7 ½’’ tall antenna is easily installed as a direct replacement for Can-Am RT, AM/FM antennas.
Includes removable M6-1.0 threaded screw to mount on any model needed.
Includes a new grommet for the Can-Am RT that will stay put and complete the installation.

I just installed one of those - got it from Lamonster since I was sending them an order anyway. The installation was a piece of cake ( except the instructions should tell you to dribble some rubbing alcohol on the threads before trying to remove the old antenna; it is very difficult if you don't). The grommet that comes with it fits great and seems unlikely to come loose. I didn't thoroughly test the reception since I seldom use the radio, though.

[bcer960]

bought this one... works good

http://store.valueaccessories.net/Sh...alAntenna.aspx

[Elembytes]

Bought mine from Value Accessories made my "Show Chrome" for $20.00

Check it out.

Now I get the fun of trying to undo the BRP one that has loctite on it hopefully can, was recommended to just cut it off and then use like a 7mm wrench on it to remove it then put the shorty on.

So will see.

[trikerbiker645]

If you don't have a cb why not just cut your factory antenna down? Did a few on other bikes with no problems and didn't change reception much if at all? safe riding!

[Spyder 10]

Tricled sells the stubby antenna. I installed one one my bike and the reception is fine.

[MikeT]

I noticed that in 2017 BRP changed to a shorty antenna. Problem is I got quoted near $60.00 for it @Pitbull during Spyderfest. Makes the Value Accessories short replacement look like a deal. So far I' ve been lucky, haven't broken my OEM whip on my RT Limited.

[Bob Denman]

On another front...
My bike goes in Tuesday for some servicing, some lighting additions, and some radio "R&R"***...
I'll let you know what happens.


*** "research & Repair"... not resting, and certainly not relaxing!

[KX5062]

Did you ever get an update for us?

[blacklightning]

I never had an issue with the long antenna on my 2014 RT. But the reception is a lot worse on my F3T, with the shorter factory antenna.