Being seen

[bikerbillone]

Agree, but if you're group riding it's difficult on the rider in front, especially the LEDs.

[RICZ]

Agree, but if you're group riding it's difficult on the rider in front, especially the LEDs.

This is why I cut off the photocell and replace t with a switch. I turn on the modulator only when needed.

[BeRight]

Some basics that makes the Ryker low visibility to cagers/others:

1. Black Black Black Color 2. Rider sits low

I plan to get a 2021 Ryker ( giving my 2015 F3-S to brother) when available and will spend a ton on led lightning: 1. front fender - running/turn/brake (this also lights up side and bottom of bike) 2. top case and rear running/turn/brake 3. hand guards/front hood/arms/ skid plate white LED's 4. Try an integrate the gear smart brake module - brakes lights come on when slowing without hitting brakes.

In addition I have bright reflective jacket and helmet

This should help along with knowing I will still be invisible to others.

[RICZ]

Need I say more?
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[Mikey]

I think it's been pretty well said!!!

[Greven]

I usually ride with the headlights on even during daytime(not just the position lights), when doing so I'd estimate every third car flashes their headlights at me. Doesnt matter if they are annoyed by my headlights or just think I forgot them on, it gives me a confirmation that they have indeed noticed me, so the tactic seems to work to at least add some additional safety.
But ultimately the only way to stay safe in trafic is to just expect EVERY other vechicle (or pedestrian etc) to do the most stupid and dangerous move at any moment, and do your own driving accordingly in terms of keeping distance, be ready to brake etc.

[troop]

Lighting to bee seen from a distance.

[ARtraveler]

Lighting to bee seen from a distance.

Yup! I like that semi truck type lighting for the front ends. We have similar on both our Spyders. They should see us...but will they?

[troop]

Only if they're looking

[Tslepebull]

There is a local motorcycle police officer that wears a fluorescent yellow jacket and white helmet while on patrol. He has a reputation for being tough on moving violations and registration compliance. When I ride I wear a fluorescent yellow jacket and white helmet. The way I see it if they are watching for him they are going to see me.

[Bfromla]

Awareness is your best friend. Drive like they don't see you or are out to get you. Sometimes they don't see you or worse.

Dressing for visibility is good...if they see you. We even have yellow and orange colored Spyders...but always in the back of my mind is the statement..."I never saw them."

all might help but adopt “Defensive” driving because these fools will pull out/over on a freight train, even before had cell phones, GPS, & infotainment systems to distract them. be aware to be safe

[cueman]

Ride like you have a target on your back. There are a lot of incompetent drivers out there.

[sKiZo]

I replaced my horn with a better one. The default horn is a joke.

I also replaced the curved reflectors on the two front wheels with the led lights from slingmods. These alone are worth every penny. Not only do they increase visibility when turning, they are also lit up while the bike is running....giving a huge advantage for being seen from the front side a nd back.

https://www.slingmods.com/canam-ryke...nals?vehicle=4

Nice kit, but wondering if the turn signals can be set for solid blinks instead of the sequential thing. After all, we're just trying to be seen, not induce epileptic attacks ...

Also wondering why they can't sell just the red lights. Looks like you could even use the same wiring harness - just tape off the connection for the amber lights if you don't use them.

[Deanna777]

My spyder is lite up like a Christmas tree at night and during the day: Here is picture ( side view) at night:LED'S lights on a 2014RTS-SE6 010.jpgLED'S lights on a 2014RTS-SE6 010.jpgLED'S lights on a 2014RTS-SE6 010.jpg.

I also have LED daytime running lights/ fog lights on during the day. Also I turn up my radio. When I am on the highway( interstate) and I am behind a TT Unit I am back there so I can see the driver in his/or her rear view mirror.

Deanna

[sKiZo]

Just replaced the stock horn with a nice little Wolo Full Blast. Lower tone and louder for a bit more authoritah. Even uses the stock bracket with a longer bolt and spacer so it tucks down just behind the fuse box. Plenty of clearance around the sensitive bits and no need for a relay as it's a standard type horn.

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... and you can never have too many lights ... ;-}

[ThreeWheels]

Some of you may have seen this before.

[MrMagicFingers]

Headlight modulator. I use Kissen. Been using them on many different bikes They do make a difference. You will notice it the first day

I completely agree.

A headlight modulator has saved my butt more that once I can tell you that. However, there was one time that it would have been a very fatal crash for me going over a rocky embankment. A headlight modulator worked wonders on my Goldwing. You can actually see it catch their attention in how that come to a stop.

Tim

[ARtraveler]

Just replaced the stock horn with a nice little Wolo Full Blast. Lower tone and louder for a bit more authoritah. Even uses the stock bracket with a longer bolt and spacer so it tucks down just behind the fuse box. Plenty of clearance around the sensitive bits and no need for a relay as it's a standard type horn.

wolo-full-blast.jpg

... and you can never have too many lights ... ;-}

I used to say you can't have to many lights. Now I am not so sure.

[Deaconmike]

I agree, I installed LED lights from Lamonster (a Father’s Day gift from my son )

[Mikey]

There's times I think it don't make a difference how many lights, horns, flags, big arms waving in the air! Some people just don't care or don't see, they just bolt out! YOU have to be the proactive one at all times!! That's why I have a pet peave, and that's window shading the drivers window with A shade that you can not see where some ones head is turned, don't like it!!!! My 2 cents!!! Sorry!!

[Kilroy]

Awareness is your best friend. Drive like they don't see you or are out to get you. Sometimes they don't see you or worse.

Dressing for visibility is good...if they see you. We even have yellow and orange colored Spyders...but always in the back of my mind is the statement..."I never saw them."

RE: Loud mufflers...they mostly make people mad IMO, and are not helpful in your case.

I like the suggestion of a horn upgrade though.

Agreed, riding motorcycles for over 40 years has taught me one important thing, never expect anyone to see you on any kind of bike OR car for that matter. Never be distracted while riding OR when stopped, keep looking all the time. Another tip for cars coming out in front of you ahead left or right, this is where most accidents occur, watch the front wheel never the driver, the driver could be looking right at you and still not see you, PLUS many vehicles have tinted windows so you can't see the driver anyhow. If the wheel moves get on the breaks and off the throttle. If you can light up your bike as much as possible at night that will help. If you haven't upgraded your horn yet, do that immediately.

[DickB]

https://www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.go...20of%20crashes.
Low-mounted aux lights most effective, followed by headlight modulator.

[bikerbillone]

Right on Kilroy, I always, always watch that front wheel, if it turns or moves, be cautious and scrub speed immediately.

[rjinaz86323]

Right on Kilroy, I always, always watch that front wheel, if it turns or moves, be cautious and scrub speed immediately.

I agree and that is why I have always hated those 'spinner hubcaps''!!!!