Logic behind lifting entire leg to use brakes on 2016 RT-S rear brake pedal--

[ARtraveler]

[Easy Rider]

Hand brake would be a stay plus for these bikes

What ?
Sorry I don't understand that comment.

[McClendons]

Does anyone know if the handbrake will fit a 2018? The site says through 2017, but not sure if they have it up to date. Sent them a note several days back but no response. Thanks

[Easy Rider]

I think it is a fairly small shop and some might be on vacation over Thanksgiving.
If you don't hear back in a few more days, give them a call.

P.S. If I ever get mine working, I would be happy to arrange a test ride before you shell out $$$$ for something you might not like.

[wingit3611]

What ?
Sorry I don't understand that comment.

Spell check got me. Stay should be "real". A real plus for Can Am's

[Chupaca]

The problem with ryding with your foot on the pedal is it will throw out codes and limp modes. Many would feel better if they could and the solution is to install a stronger spring that will not depress the pedal with the weight of your foot but still make braking easy. With pegs you just have to slide your foot forward and press the brake but with floor boards you do have more of a problem.

[ARtraveler]

The problem with ryding with your foot on the pedal is it will throw out codes and limp modes. Many would feel better if they could and the solution is to install a stronger spring that will not depress the pedal with the weight of your foot but still make braking easy. With pegs you just have to slide your foot forward and press the brake but with floor boards you do have more of a problem.

That is how I got my first "limp mode." Darn pair of new boots.

[sealfloorboards]

With my Seal Floorboards, you can rotate on the ball of your foot or your heel, depending where your foot is. They also fit easily on your RT's that have BRP floorboards. Remember, $75. off on any style Seal thru Christmas.
Ride in comfort,
John

[Mike4143]

The reason I went to the Spyder was to get away from the hand brake and clutch. When you have arthritis in your hands the last thing you want is hand controls. I had
a gold wing trike before the Syder and find the Spyder works just fine for me. I hope they never put hand brakes on this machine it is fine just the way it is.

[Easy Rider]

I hope they never put hand brakes on this machine it is fine just the way it is.

Good display of sympathy/empathy for others who may not be able to use their FOOT to brake with.
NOT.

[Peteoz]

Good display of sympathy/empathy for others who may not be able to use their FOOT to brake with.
NOT.

You certainly read a great deal into Mike simply stating his preference, Easy Rider

Pete

[Revalden]

It is a front brake actuator assembly from Harley, that is mechanically attached to the Spyder's brake linkage and "pushes" the brake lever down just like normal operation with your foot. Or so that is the theory.

I had one installed on mine and am finding it totally inadequate.
It was barely adequate at first but now is producing less and less braking action.......to the point of almost being useless above 5 MPH or so.

I need to get it back to the shop for an inspection and re-bleed.

It seems to me that a cantilever arm to pull on the brake pivot point would be better than trying to push the arm down.

[Easy Rider]

It seems to me that a cantilever arm to pull on the brake pivot point would be better than trying to push the arm down.

I put "pushes" in quotes because I don't know if it pulls or pushes.
Regardless of how, the brake pedal assembly moves just as if you put your foot on it.

And my other comments weren't really fair.....or accurate.
Turns out that a slight mistake I made was casing the braking force to drop off rather dramatically.
Now that I have corrected that, the braking force is back to adequate again.

Dealer has installed a weaker return spring. I am anxious to see how that impacts the force required to pull it.

[Chebber]

Has anyone found a fix for this? My right leg is cramping from having to lift and put on the brake. I did install the brake pedal extender and it doesnt seem to have helped much.

[larryd]

Has anyone found a fix for this? My right leg is cramping from having to lift and put on the brake. I did install the brake pedal extender and it doesnt seem to have helped much.

Chebber...I sent you a PM...larryd

[wingit3611]

Larryd: How about sharing your thoughts.

[larryd]

Larryd: How about sharing your thoughts.

wingit3611...Also sent you a PM...larryd

[Crackerjack99]

Foot pegs allow you to swivel, boards do not.