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 what improvements were made to 2020 RT Limited in the 2021 and 2022 years?
Just bought a 2020 RT Limited Chrome. Curious what improvements/changes were made to the 2021 and 2022 models of the same bike?
Former Navy LT, Retired Chemical Dependency Therapist, Retired Widower, "Do, or do not, there is no try"... Jedi Master Yoda.
Proud member of AA, PGR, and a Navy Shellback! 
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Last edited by Knizar; 01-29-2022 at 02:12 PM.
2020 RTL Chrome, Marsala Red "Non-Directional Tires, Centramatic Balancers"
Front- Kumho KH-16 175/55r15 @17psi, Rear-General Altimax RT-45 215/60r15 @20psi
BaJa Ron Ultra 3 pcs sway bar kit
7jurock 25" tinted windscreen w/flip
Frogman Dave's "Signal Button"
 If in Doubt, Don't Do It! 
" Pros: Excellent Bug Killer, Cons: Pizz Poor Pothole Dodger"
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thanks1art9.jpg photo of actual bike, take delivery on Tuesday when it gets up to 42 deg In Ohio. Today is 5 deg
Former Navy LT, Retired Chemical Dependency Therapist, Retired Widower, "Do, or do not, there is no try"... Jedi Master Yoda.
Proud member of AA, PGR, and a Navy Shellback!
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There are unsubstantiated rumours (albeit from reliable sources), that the later built ‘21 models also had a new front pulley to reduce the whistling that some ‘20 riders report, and also changed front mirror posts to reduce mirror vibration, obiwan, but that’s about it. 
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2 taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2 ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Also, changes were made to the "outer trim" panels (L&R), and rear handle boot (L&R) to correct the gapping issues on the earlier 2020 models
2020 Spyder RT Limited; Deep Marsala/Chrome
Formosa AZ01 165/50/R16's on PPA Recluse wheels up front
General Altimax RT43 215/60/R15 on factory rear
Primary exhaust: RLS Cat delete w/ his baffle; secondary, custom built w/ Flowmaster HS2
Suspension: BajaRon swaybar (highly recommended!), M2 coil-overs, front & rear (also highly recomended!)
Extra LED lighting and misc. to suit my needs/wants
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 Originally Posted by obiwanbill
thanks 1art9.jpg photo of actual bike, take delivery on Tuesday when it gets up to 42 deg In Ohio. Today is 5 deg
I just had a closer look at that photo, obiwan……Is that RT really travelling at the speed of light? 
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2 taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2 ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
There are unsubstantiated rumours (albeit from reliable sources), that the later built ‘21 models also had a new front pulley to reduce the whistling that some ‘20 riders report, and also changed front mirror posts to reduce mirror vibration, obiwan, but that’s about it.
Pete
Didn't BRP come out with a retrofit kit to eliminate the mirror vibration? Check out that possibility Obi. Maybe your Spyder has already been fixed.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
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I have a belt tensioner, it's yours if you want it :)
Originally Posted by obiwanbill
Just bought a 2020 RT Limited Chrome. Curious what improvements/changes were made to the 2021 and 2022 models of the same bike?
Congrats on the bike. I bought a 21 RTL and asked my dealer if it had a belt tensioned (I asked them to look) - and they said no. So I bought one, took the tupperware off and... found a belt tensioner installed! Crap. I liked the aftermarket one a little better, so I installed it. You are welcome to mine, just pay shipping. Easy install. If you take it, consider a Lamonster Garage aftermarket roller - https://www.lamonstergarage.com/can-...ley-lamonster/
Ride safely!
2021 Spyder RT-L in Deep Marsala Red/Black - BRP Comfort Seat, Adj Handlebar Riser, Running Board Lights, Driver Backrest, Passenger Armrests. Fobo TPMS, Grip Covers, UltraGard Full & Half Cover, Passenger & Driver Drink Holders, Wide-Vu Side Mirrors, Show Chrome Luggage Rack, SpyderExtras Aluminum Belt Tensioner, Show Chrome Accessory Fuse Block, SpyderExtras Adj Highway Pegs, Carbon Fibre Grills, Full Repair and Maintenance Manual, Kapplock Garmin Nuvo XT Lock & Ram Mount Lock, LidLox Handlebar Helmet Lock, Hopnel Dashboard Storage Pouch/Trunk Organizer/Side Cases, Garmin Nuvo XT GPS, Signal Dynamics Heads Up Voltage Monitor, M1 Motorsports F/R Dash Cam, inView Helmet-Mounted Brake and Turn Signal Light, Pedal Commander w/ Silicone Cover & RAM mount, Spyder Extras Driving Light Bar, Denali D3 Driving Lights, SpyderExtras Light Bar, TAC Designs Side Mirror Stabilizer Kit, Carbon Fibre Trim, Hi-Gain Short Antenna, Headlight Skins, Mirror Turn Signal Lights.
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Checking for a roller is pretty easy, I did itwhile shopping for 20+ RTL new or used. Just run your hand along the top of the belt forward and you will feel the roller its a little bit of a stretch but not bad. Worst part for me was getting up from lowering myself to my knees to reach the belt 
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photo in the dealership...sun glare
Former Navy LT, Retired Chemical Dependency Therapist, Retired Widower, "Do, or do not, there is no try"... Jedi Master Yoda.
Proud member of AA, PGR, and a Navy Shellback!
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
and also changed front mirror posts to reduce mirror vibration, obiwan, but that’s about it.
Pete
Can trufally say there is know mirror vibration on my 2021 RT.
Jay, Anchorage AK
2021 RT Limited, Asphalt Gray Matallic/Chrome
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I’ll have a 22 to play with in February. I’ll post my findings. Joe
Joe Meyer
Dealer for the Outlaw/ROLO laser Alignment system
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Originally Posted by 907Guy
Can trufally say there is know mirror vibration on my 2021 RT.
Yep, I have no vibration on my late model ‘21, 907Guy…….but your wording above is a little confusing…. When you say “know mirror vibration”, do you mean there is “no” mirror vibration, or there is “now” mirror vibration?
Pete
Last edited by Peteoz; 02-03-2022 at 03:35 PM.
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2 taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2 ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by IdahoMtnSpyder
Didn't BRP come out with a retrofit kit to eliminate the mirror vibration? Check out that possibility Obi. Maybe your Spyder has already been fixed.
Might have or perhaps prior owner installed the Lamonster bolts? Didn't vibrate, was clear on 20 min drive home from dealer. Still to cold here in Ohio; expectation up to 14" of snow between now and Friday AM here in Ohio
Former Navy LT, Retired Chemical Dependency Therapist, Retired Widower, "Do, or do not, there is no try"... Jedi Master Yoda.
Proud member of AA, PGR, and a Navy Shellback!
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My 2021 mirrors were great to start with but I’m noticing a bit more vibration in the left side one. I did add the stick on convex mirrors (which are excellent) and maybe the small increase in weight has contributed to the slight mirror shake.
If it doesn’t get any worse I’m a happy camper..
2021 Spyder RT Limited (Palm Desert)
Grey - dark edition
2015 Spyder F3 S (Vancouver)
2017 Yamaha V Star 1300 Tourer
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They need to fix the side mirrors so that they do not shake
2020 Can-Am Spyder RT
2018 Honda Goldwing DCT
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Originally Posted by SpyderGoldwingOwner
They need to fix the side mirrors so that they do not shake
I believe they have, from the later built ‘21 models, Goldwing 
Pere
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2 taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2 ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2 taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2 ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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Originally Posted by Peteoz
There are unsubstantiated rumours (albeit from reliable sources), that the later built 21 models also had a new front pulley to reduce the whistling that some 20 riders report, and also changed front mirror posts to reduce mirror vibration, obiwan, but thats about it.
Pete
~~~as an owner of a 2021 RTL purchased new (Yep!, Im the 1st owner) early August 2021 w/only 1600 miles on the odometer, I feel fortunate that I have none of these issues (front pulley whistle, mirror post vibration). So far, its been a great ride. Id like to thank the entire Can Am team for designing and assembling this STeed. Yes the BRP Connect system is total crap, but I have avoided using it except to use the plug in for switched power
Best,
Jake
Reddick Fla.
Even a blind squirrel finds a nut every once in a while
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Agree about the mirrors, I have a '20 RTL. My left mirror vibrates but not my right. Contacted dealer and BRP about the issue, neither would provide a kit to fix without paying for it. I went ahead and purchased the mirror lock kit from Lamonster Garage. When I was installing the kit on the left mirror I noticed one of the bottom hairpin clips were missing. I went ahead and installed the Lamonster kit since I had everything disassembled. No vibration on the left mirror anymore....
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We just bought a new 2021 RT- a month ago - with 20 miles on it, for my missus. I've taken it around the block a few times, up to highway speeds, etc and have noticed no discernible mirror shake - or any that is worse that my Harley Ultra.....and...just checked...it has a belt tensioner too.
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I have a 2021 RTL and had mirror vibrations right away, clips were not in correctly! Installed mirror lock set from LaMonster, fixed the issue forever! Also installed his new belt tensioner and will upgrade sway bar next week. Oh, also replaced all the Kenda tires with Vredestein Q5’s. Very happy with everything else on the bike, a very comfortable ride.
2021 Spyder RT-L - Asphalt Grey
Vredestein tires all around
Rolo Laser Alignment
Lamonster tire balancing rings/front
Lamonster Sway Bar
Lamonster belt tensioner
K and N air filter
Rear cowl - in place when you remove rear box
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Originally Posted by mhsmith451
We just bought a new 2021 RT- a month ago - with 20 miles on it, for my missus. I've taken it around the block a few times, up to highway speeds, etc and have noticed no discernible mirror shake - or any that is worse that my Harley Ultra.....and...just checked...it has a belt tensioner too.
Yes, the “later” built ‘21 models appear to have scored both the belt tensioner and the new mirror fastening system, mh. Having gone through a parts diagram with Ikon shocks recently, they have noticed part numbers for shocks and other components changing between those ‘21 models built in 2020, and those ‘21 models built in 2021, so that appears to be when change occurred
Pete
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2 taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2 ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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