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Originally Posted by mooneych
Something like this, but removable?
Yes. That is what I was referring to. I do believe there would be a market for one on the Spyder....especially for those who ride in the winter and snow.
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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Hmm, the thought of a cover while driving never crossed my mind…. Let's see: three wheeled vehicle + top = seat belts = car….
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Originally Posted by Dragonrider
Hmm, the thought of a cover while driving never crossed my mind…. Let's see: three wheeled vehicle + top = seat belts = car….
Funny.. that sounds a lot like the attitude of many 2-wheeled riders towards Spyder riders.... that since we have 3 wheels , 2 in the front, etc... that it's not a MC.... but a car or a sissy bike.
What about Jeep owners who run open in the summer... then add a soft top or a hard top in the winter.... I suppose some have problems with them also.....
I don't see anything wrong with it.. if that's what the person wants to do... and I could actually see a practical use for it. Those who don't live in cold climates or are just 'fair weather' riders wouldn't understand.
I think a unit similar to those pictured would work. Doesn't look any sillier than some other things I've seen people do to their Spyders......
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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Fly,
If you and I keep finding common ground, something awful has GOT to be just around the corner...
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The reverse of this might work, as well as improve gas milage. Might be a tad tough to steer in a crosswind -
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Originally Posted by Firefly
I think a unit similar to those pictured would work. Doesn't look any sillier than some other things I've seen people do to their Spyders......
True... but what seems to be a sucessfull modification to one is a silly contraption to another. Just a matter of opinion. And opinions are like belly buttons (not to say the "a" hole word)... everyone's got one!
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I actually saw one of these at the trike dealer/conversion shop in Jasper, GA 18 months ago or so. 4 cyl Ford eng, auto trans, steering wheel air cond, heater, top kinda like a Jeep. It sold and I guess it went out of the area, haven't seen it around anywhere. It may have been all fabric and not plastic looking in the front can't remember.
Seems to me it's made in Canada and kinda expensive. There's one on e-bay for $28, 500 buy it now. No top, sorry.
Tuck
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But there's nothing wrong with coming up with a unique idea... Right?
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Originally Posted by NancysToy
I'm afraid that if the Spyder got a top, I'd have to start hiding my head in shame. What's next? ...seat belts? ...airbags? ...air conditioning? Sorry, but I have to agree with Ann. I mean no disrespect, but if you need those things, I don't think the Spyder is the ride for you. If I wanted that kind of stuff I'd buy a Miata.
Air conditioning?......point me in the right direction...
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Originally Posted by NancysToy
I'm afraid that if the Spyder got a top, I'd have to start hiding my head in shame. What's next? ...seat belts? ...airbags? ...air conditioning? Sorry, but I have to agree with Ann. I mean no disrespect, but if you need those things, I don't think the Spyder is the ride for you. If I wanted that kind of stuff I'd buy a Miata.
Agree 100% I'd return to two wheelers lol
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Originally Posted by Dochands
Apparently you folks live up north. In Oklahoma it will be 111 today and I am sure Houston is no better.
Something that would safely keep the sun off of me directly would be amazing if it existed.
I agree 100%
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Originally Posted by Firefly
Yes. That is what I was referring to. I do believe there would be a market for one on the Spyder....especially for those who ride in the winter and snow.
Like it. Maybe a removable canvas top?
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Originally Posted by NancysToy
I'm afraid that if the Spyder got a top, I'd have to start hiding my head in shame. What's next? ...seat belts? ...airbags? ...air conditioning? Sorry, but I have to agree with Ann. I mean no disrespect, but if you need those things, I don't think the Spyder is the ride for you. If I wanted that kind of stuff I'd buy a Miata.
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I am pretty sure they already have a 3-wheeler with a top. It is called t-rex. How much of a bike that is, could be argued....
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Originally Posted by juliantrost
I am pretty sure they already have a 3-wheeler with a top. It is called t-rex. How much of a bike that is, could be argued....
I am pretty sure we are now talking about an add-on mod for the Spyder- not the t-rex. Thanks.
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My bimini is called a helmet and mesh gear.........
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
I'm not trying to be a smart ass I just do not understand why in the world you would want to put a bimini on a Spyder. If you are worrried about sun exposure cover your skin or ride on cloudy days.
Here, I'll take the credit for being a smart-ass. I totally agree with you...why the heck would you want a sunshade on your Spyder as your ride down the road. Get a Smart Car, for Pete's sake...
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Checked out the "cycleshade" link. Pretty cool! Made me think of a "shade while parked in the sun" thing that Erags made for their Spyder. It is a beach towel with a casing made on each narrow end, elasticised cord run through the casings that fasten onto handlebars and the back somewhere. I thought about it and looked for a water repellant shower curtain type material. I would get white for light reflection, not black . A big ol' Spyder appliqued on it would be nice. Then I thought about the silvery material that is used for those fold up car shade things, but that would be a lot of bulk to carry around. I will take pics of what I come up with.
Sandy
Originally Posted by Dragonrider
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Wow, I haven't been on the forum today because I rode with a friend to Flagstaff because she needed to get some experience riding in the rain. I am feeling the love here and am flattered that a few of you agree with me. Give me the sun, wind and the rain but don't put a roof on my Spyder.
Last edited by SpyderAnn01; 07-30-2012 at 11:55 PM.
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