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2020+ RT Handlebars are too much of a reach for me - any other options?
I just purchased a 2021 RTL. I am 5'9" 180lbs. and find that with the stock handlebars my arms are fully extended. Read up on options but would like to hear from others what worked best for them. Risers or the F3 stock bars. The short reach appear to probably be too much of a change.
Thanks
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I installed stock F3 bars ($125 on eBay) on my 21 RTL. Immediate solution to shoulder/neck pain from reaching for the stock bars. I'm 5'8" 208 pounds. Wires all reached with no problem.
2021 Spyder RTL chalk/black/chrome bought in March 21. Previous rides: 2019 Spyder RTL, Orange/chrome. 2015 Harley Heritage, 2002 Harley Heritage, 77 Harley Electra Glide, 75 Harley Electra Glide, 72 Harley Sportster (first bike bought new)
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Rider backrest, F&R cup holders; F3 handlebars; BRP LED driving light; LaMonster front fender and mirror turn signals, LaMonster Saddlebag lights, Auxito LED rear turn signal blubs w/ built in load resistor; Brake lite modulator/flasher; LaMonster flags on trunk; Garmin Zumo XT. LaMonster Bluetooth adapter for Phone & GPS through Spyder speakers. LaMonster floorboard risers; FOBO tire pressure monitors, Vredestein front and rear tires; BajaRon sway bar.
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 Originally Posted by ransman
I just purchased a 2021 RTL. I am 5'9" 180lbs. and find that with the stock handlebars my arms are fully extended. Read up on options but would like to hear from others what worked best for them. Risers or the F3 stock bars. The short reach appear to probably be too much of a change.
Thanks
The Lamonster 2" riser will help a lot. My shoulders and neck felt a lot of relief when I added the 2" riser from Lamonster
I also added the floor board risers which helps my short legged wife and myself for mounting the Spyder with our age. Its Hell to get old! Bill
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I originally bought the F3 attitude bars with a 2" riser. Since then however, I bought the HeliBars and I can tell you, they are great. They're pricey, but make a huge difference considering they're adjustable to fit your riding style.
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 Originally Posted by Quickdraw
I originally bought the F3 attitude bars with a 2" riser. Since then however, I bought the HeliBars and I can tell you, they are great. They're pricey, but make a huge difference considering they're adjustable to fit your riding style.
I went straight for the HeliBars from the OEM instead of trying this, trying that. Love 'em.
2021 RT Ltd, Marsala Red/Black, Dark
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Helibars! Not only can you bring them back...but also up/down and change the wrist angle as well to get the controls exactly where you want them to be. I installed mine with less than 400 miles on the Spyder!
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I installed the F3 "Long Reach" bars on my 2020 RT Limited. The Short Reach and F3 Stock bars were a little too close for my liking.
2020 Chalk, RT Limited, Dark and matching RT622 trailer and BRP hitch. BRP Drivers Backrest, Auxiliary Light, Garmin Zumo XT, GPS Support, RT Rear Panel and Travel Cover. Spyderpops LEDs on fenders, mirrors, saddlebags, top case and RT rear panel. Spyderpops Rock Guard. BajaRon Swaybar, Wolo Bad Boy horn, Freedom Windshield, Elka Shocks.

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 Originally Posted by Knizar
The Lamonster 2" riser will help a lot. My shoulders and neck felt a lot of relief when I added the 2" riser from Lamonster
I also added the floor board risers which helps my short legged wife and myself for mounting the Spyder with our age. Its Hell to get old!  Bill
Are these the ones you are talking about. I need something for my 22 rt. The Utopia back rest helped but still shoulder problems with reaching to far . https://www.lamonstergarage.com/hand...er-f3-rt-2020/
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 Originally Posted by budvoss
This one gives you multiple adjustment options. https://www.slingmods.com/canam-spyd...sers?vehicle=1
2022 Can Am Spyder RT Limited
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I tried the F3 bars and they helped some. Then decided to go with heli-bars. Totally adjustable for a custom fit. A bit pricey but well worth it! Easy install too!

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