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    Default Slide out safety card DIY?

    OK, while I don't want to take away safety in any way shape or form, after reading it a few times, it seems like a waste of space and a nice slide out drawer for "SOMETHING".

    Anyone come up with any ideas on what to use this for?
    I was thinking a slide out cup holder but I see this would block visibility to the dash and partially the windshield.
    There has got to be something we can convert this to and be more useful?

    Ideas?

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    Quote Originally Posted by finless View Post
    OK, while I don't want to take away safety in any way shape or form, after reading it a few times, it seems like a waste of space and a nice slide out drawer for "SOMETHING".

    Anyone come up with any ideas on what to use this for?
    I was thinking a slide out cup holder but I see this would block visibility to the dash and partially the windshield.
    There has got to be something we can convert this to and be more useful?

    Ideas?

    Bob
    What is this card you speak of?

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    If you look above your digital dash at the edge of the fairing or "edge" above the dash there is a slide out safety card thingy.

    I think all Spyders have it? My RT does.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Illinois Boy View Post
    What is this card you speak of?
    It's the thing you slide out to keep the sun from fading your LCD screen...

    Quote Originally Posted by finless View Post
    If you look above your digital dash at the edge of the fairing or "edge" above the dash there is a slide out safety card thingy.

    I think all Spyders have it? My RT does.

    Bob
    I'm pretty sure that was a joke, since nobody ever looks at that thing... Some people have noticed their LCD screen is a bit "dimmer" after sitting in the sun for a long period, and they pull that card out to shade it.


    I'm wondering what year BRP will put a microswitch on that thing so you HAVE to pull it out in order to press the MODE button...


    ...For the new BRP rep on here... You never saw this post...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Illinois Boy View Post
    What is this card you speak of?
    I think I remember something about that when I bought my first spyder. At the first demo ride, they said, it had to be read every time or the spyder would not start, even if you stalled it. When I get time or think about it, I might go look and see if it is still there.
    OP, I think somebody on here (LaMonster) has a decal to stick on saying "Do Not mess with my Spyder.
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    what about "Miss July???
    it would sure put you in the mood for a ride; before the ride!
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    Hey the sun shield gives me an idea....
    How about a pull out and tuck back in "sun cover" for the dash and seat?
    Light mesh material that stretches and can be pulled over the seat but opens wide enough to cover the handlebars and dash?

    Hmmmm.... I know there is not much space there but might work...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bob Denman View Post
    what about "Miss July???
    it would sure put you in the mood for a ride; before the ride!


    Condom storage


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    Quote Originally Posted by Bob Denman View Post
    what about "Miss July???
    it would sure put you in the mood for a ride; before the ride!
    I guess that depends on the magazine... Miss July AARP centerfold probably wouldn't do much for me.

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    Let us know if you come up with anything. So far, I like the "don't mess with my spyder " decal.

    The safety card is just an example of overkill. I am guessing the legal eagles figured they could defend a lawsuit against BRP if the driver violated one or more of the safety items. Rottsa Ruck Charrie.

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    New sticker idea for it:

    I have heard from a few guys now that they come out to the parking lot and some idiot is siting on their spider "feeling it out". That would tick me off honestly.

    Sticker reads:

    Do not get on my Spyder unless I say you can!
    This system is monitored by a "Frunk Monkey" that will kick your ass!




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    Cool I actually use mine for safety reasons

    Lamont told me at Daytona 2012 that I should put a "Don't mess with my Spyder" decal on it and pull it out every time I walked away from it.

    So far it has probably save a dozen people's lives!!!!

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    Default safety card??

    So we add that to the glossary.....

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    Isn't this the purpose for that thingy?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Double Trouble View Post
    Isn't this the purpose for that thingy?
    That is a DAMN cool sticker.... Alas... I want something more out of this space!

    I am now thinking a pull out solar panel....

    Just thinking to myself

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    Quote Originally Posted by Double Trouble View Post
    Isn't this the purpose for that thingy?
    I want that sticker, where can we get one????

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    Quote Originally Posted by ABQAndy View Post
    I want that sticker, where can we get one????
    If you read a few posts up, it appears Lamonster (owner of this site) has them.
    Maybe PM him?

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    You might like one of these stickers to place there. Found on ebay.
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    Default slid out

    most people don't see it there so i taped a 10 dollar bill to it in case i ever lose my money i always have a 10 to get gas or something to eat

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    So What was the plate number on your bike again??
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    BRP put the safety card on the slideout so they wouldn't have to put the safety stickers on the tank as other brands must per government regulations. Having to push the mode button is a reminder of the info on the safety card before you ride. I like the idea.

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    Quote Originally Posted by finless View Post
    How about a pull out and tuck back in "sun cover" for the dash and seat?
    Light mesh material that stretches and can be pulled over the seat but opens wide enough to cover the handlebars and dash?
    Hmmmm.... I know there is not much space there but might work...
    I like your idea... Finding a suitable material won't be easy; but please let us know if you're able to make any progress on this one!
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    How about just peeling that sticker off, and taping it to your riding glove?
    Would that keep Nanny happy?
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    Wow! That pain medication for your back must be WAY stronger than I had previously imagined...
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    Quote Originally Posted by 1VENOM View Post
    You might like one of these stickers to place there. Found on ebay.

    http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/a...0&d=1374121708
    http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/a...0&d=1374121708


    I have this same one. It works!
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