Ohio couple killed

[Desert Spyder]

Lots of speculation on what could of happened. Certainly an autopsy will reveal any chemical contributions.

BRP puts out a safety video for those at the demo tents but how many dealers do the same? I know mine didn't. You can see it on YouTube. Don't know if Lamont has it available here. If not maybe he should post the link as a sticky because I know there are many potential owners that comes to this site prior to purchase.

So how many of you people seen the video? Is it really worth watching? Maybe I will make this a poll.

PSST: How do you make a poll on this forum? I never see them. Pretty easy on the other forum.

[boborgera]

Lots of speculation on what could of happened. Certainly an autopsy will reveal any chemical contributions.

BRP puts out a safety video for those at the demo tents but how many dealers do the same? I know mine didn't. You can see it on YouTube. Don't know if Lamont has it available here. If not maybe he should post the link as a sticky because I know there are many potential owners that comes to this site prior to purchase.

So how many of you people seen the video? Is it really worth watching? Maybe I will make this a poll.

I never heard of or seen the video.
Maybe i came from a different place in time,
But even if the dealer wanted me to watch it i wouldn't!

[dannymax]

We always want answers, understandably, but sometimes accidents happen for no apparant reason.

The local ABATE V.P. was killed in a motorcycle crash a couple nights ago, he left a country club where he had voluntered to park cars for a charity event, travelled about a mile and hit a utility pole....40 mph zone, good responsible family man....no explanation, so far anyway, as to what happened.

We may never have the luxury of an explanation about these tragic accidents.

[FANG]

Watched all the ryding videos before I ever purchased my spyder in Jun 2008. Good reference for ryding the spyder. There are also training exercises available - they suggest practice in parking lots before venturing into traffic and normal ryding. They too are a valuable tool.

[BaldEagle]

Hey guys, I wouldn't be too quick to blame the accident on speed, driving beyond the limits of the machine, etc. Having spent my life in the medical profession and the last 8 years living in a retirement community, I can say that there could be a medical cause as to why the Spyder left the road. Unfortunately, we will not have access to the autopsy report. Medications that most older persons take...especially blood pressure medications, have caused significant numbers to pass out at the wheel and off the road you go.
Yes, common sense and reliable information about riding parameters are required for safe Spydering until then, I'm not passing judgement.

[Floyd Baughman]

I posted early that this couple was ONVI which they were at a bar most of the day and could not even walk to the Spyder, were told not to drive,call a TAXI but did not do that and finely got the RT started and went down the road. I think its funny one has to put lables on things for the stupid ones out there. One should us commend scence if one has any to use.

[Knarfoh]

I posted early that this couple was ONVI which they were at a bar most of the day and could not even walk to the Spyder, were told not to drive,call a TAXI but did not do that and finely got the RT started and went down the road. I think its funny one has to put lables on things for the stupid ones out there. One should us commend scence if one has any to use.

Let me translate for you...

I posted earlier that this couple was OMVI (operating motor vehicle under the influence). They were at a bar most of the day and could not even walk to the Spyder. They were told not to drive, call a taxi, but they did not do that. They finally got the RT started and went down the road. I think it is funny one has to put labels on things for the stupid ones out there. One should use common sense if one has any to use.

[Knarfoh]

Watched all the ryding videos before I ever purchased my spyder in Jun 2008. Good reference for ryding the spyder. There are also training exercises available - they suggest practice in parking lots before venturing into traffic and normal ryding. They too are a valuable tool.

I watched the hokey videos too. I am only saying hokey because the Spyder on my DVD was an RS not a RT which is the model I bought. There are differences. Regardless, the main points are the same I suppose. It reminded me of watching those videos in health class when I was a teenager. Very clinical and they used all the scientific terms, not the words that kids actually use. The information was presented in an informative way and very boring, but it really was not that long of a video. Plus I actually read the manual including all the driving and learning tips.

Since I trailered my Spyder home, the second day was really my first time riding any distance at all. Oh, and I was not falling down drunk.

[d.o.spyder-rts]

Lots of speculation on what could of happened. Certainly an autopsy will reveal any chemical contributions.

BRP puts out a safety video for those at the demo tents but how many dealers do the same? I know mine didn't. You can see it on YouTube. Don't know if Lamont has it available here. If not maybe he should post the link as a sticky because I know there are many potential owners that comes to this site prior to purchase.

So how many of you people seen the video? Is it really worth watching? Maybe I will make this a poll.

PSST: How do you make a poll on this forum? I never see them. Pretty easy on the other forum.

I got a copy of the Can-am Roadster safety DVD when I purchased my 2012 RTS. Yes, I did watch it after I got home. Dale

[Knarfoh]

I never heard of or seen the video.
Maybe i came from a different place in time,
But even if the dealer wanted me to watch it i wouldn't!

My DVD was with the owner's manual, tucked in the frunk. Unfortunately, the ones that need to watch it don't. The ones that may not need it as much, will.

[Bob Denman]

Unfortunately, the ones that need to watch it don't. The ones that may not need it as much, will.

Sad; but all too often true!

[Knarfoh]

Actual Police Crash Report Can Be Read CLICK HERE

[Jayson]

I also received the DVD in my manual for my 2012 RT Limited. Is this something they are now including in 2012 Spyders but didn't in the past?

[Firefly]

Very sad indeed... and as with most accidents with ANY vehicle... the main cause is OPERATOR ERROR. He mad a fatal error in controlling the Spyder, which was (according to the police report) affected by having alcohol in his system.

Very sad, but also very avoidable.

I guess the they need to include a COMMON SENSE training video with all Spyders......

[Oldmanzues]

I have/had two safety vid, one for a GS and one for the RT. I think I got them in intial package, but they have been sent to me.
There seems to be several stories about the events/life style leading to this crash and they all tend to say the same thing.
Oldmanzues

[spyder3]

As sad as this certainly is, the only thing it appears the spyder had to do with it was being the weapon of choice.

[Desert Spyder]

I also received the DVD in my manual for my 2012 RT Limited. Is this something they are now including in 2012 Spyders but didn't in the past?

Not sure. I did not get one with my two new Spyders.

[ARtraveler]

RE: Safety Videos

You should receive a DVD in the package that contains the Owners Manual. This was included with all 4 of my new Spyders. The video has ads for BRP, explains the VSS and other features and shows how to learn to drive the Spyder.

I have also seen the video playing a few times at my dealer. I take the video out and review it at least once a year before driving season. It was also a must when introducing new drivers to the Spyder.

[Ron2andia]

to the family!

[Smokinspyder]

First off RIP to the couple , that is sad. Second dealers want your $$$$ its the same with 2 wheeled motorcycles, getting a new biker and trying to sell them on a 1000cc sportbike . Im sure there are a lot of good dealers who dont do that stuff , its the ones who do that are idiots. I wonder if the manager actually did look into it or just said that to shut you up .

[bone crusher]

Two threads I could have posted this in .....both were relevant.

Article in todays paper about a couple killed last night riding their 2012 spyder. Failed to negotiate a curve , hit a ditch and overturned and pronounced dead at the scene. Patrol stated that neither were wearing helmets. No other details were given .

I'm wondering if part of the cause might have been from a salesman telling them the spyder is almost impossible to flip and cannot go into a turn too fast. I was at a dealership last week and heard a salesman telling a guy that and I had to speak up.Salesman was new and didn't even know how to start it. He also told the guy that a friend of his rode his to Florida non stop except for 3 times to get gas .From where the accident happened I'm pretty certain the bike was bought at this dealership. Why do salesmen spread these stories other than to make a sale ? I did talk to the manager about it and he said he'd look into it.

Horrible to hear this...but again, no helmets, more deaths...period! The bike is still very, very hard to flip...you really have to over-do it to get it to do so. Some people really like to live on the edge no matter what they're riding/driving. No helmet, fast speed, sharp turns...not a good mix...