Am new here, and need Advice, Please!

[kricha6431]

I am a handicapped person having a yearning for a Can Am Spyder

I am new here, and a hankering for a Spyder. I have been to a Neuropathy Dr. back 20 years ago to see about my walking problems and found nothing, NOTHING, as to an explanation for why i was having problems walking, but it progressed to the point I had to use a walker for short walks and an electric wheel chair or scooter when going to the mall or wherever! But I DO NOT let it bother me what so ever, I JUsT GO
and i will live life the best i can.
NOW, is there a way to mount a walker to a Spyder, maybe behind the Driver in the Passenger seat or maybe the side of the Spyder out of the way as to not interfere with getting o/off the Spider? i have good balance sitting but not standing!
And what about a trailer or some other way of carrying a power chair/scooter? i have set on a Spyder RT at my local Dealer at Beaumont Tractor and i love the feel without needing ANY modifications done for me of any kind.I am most interested in the Spyder RS or RS S or maybe the ST, the RT would be nise later after i get used to one as i don't want to do any long distance traveling, until i get comfortable with RS or RS S.

I can't ride a 2wheel motorcycle for lack of balance but do have 3 wheel bicycle that i LOVE, so IT HAS TO BE a 3 wheel motorcycle for me. as i have had a lot of LOVE for motorcycles all my life, but it PISSES ME OFF that i can't ride a 2 wheeler motorcycle ?

[Netminder]

If you click on Forums at the top of the page, and then "enabled Spyderlovers" I am sure you will find something from someone has a mod for what you are looking for!Good luck and hope you will be riding in no time!

[threewheelcurious]

Seth O has information on this

[jerpinoy]

and God bless.

[Chupaca]

Posted to the other thread but just in case check in "Forums" under enabled spyder lovers...
Have seen many, you should not have a problem...

[kricha6431]

and God bless.

thanks!

[SpyderAnn01]

The RS or ST would work best for you as the rear trunk would make it difficult to mount your chair. I hope you are able to purchase and adapt one for your needs.

[kricha6431]

Thanks, but i don't believe I will need any Mods. done!
One Question though, do you know if Floor Boards come on the RS or ST Model?
I set on a RT Model at my local Dealer, and found that I like the Floor Board, didn't ride it though, but I will eventually. Thanks to whoever can Answer!

[Bob Denman]

The ST Limited comes with floorboards.
They can be added on any of those bikes, that have the SE-5 transmission.

[kricha6431]

The RS or ST would work best for you as the rear trunk would make it difficult to mount your chair. I hope you are able to purchase and adapt one for your needs.

Oh, and by the way, the Powerchair i have would be WAYYYYY to heavy for the back of an Rs or St, it's somewhere brtween 300 and 500 lbs. (pounds). i would only put on a trailer if i can. I only Pray that it is possible, otherwise, my walker would have to make do.

[Oldmanzues]

It might to possible to strap a wlker across the passenger seat. I cary a "bundle of Flags" that way. Go the thread mentioned.
I would also guess a $149 trailer fro Harbor Freight might work for a power chair with a folding ramp
Good luck with your quest
Oldmanzues

[wyliec]

I'm asking only because you mentioned neuropathy. Has your dr. sent you for laser therapy? I'm just curious because I used it on a patient with neuropathy in both feet and I noticed a difference with her walking and so did others; that was after about 4 treatments. I'm not talking about the treatment where your feet are wrapped in LEDs on a strip. I found that that didn't have any effect. I also found the laser treatment to work mainly on non-surgical problems.

As far as your original question, I cannot add to what's been said. Good luck.

[kricha6431]

It might to possible to strap a wlker across the passenger seat. I cary a "bundle of Flags" that way. Go the thread mentioned.
I would also guess a $149 trailer fro Harbor Freight might work for a power chair with a folding ramp
Good luck with your quest
Oldmanzues

I do have a Dodge Ram Pickup that can carry my wheelchair, so i may just get the Can Am Spyder, and not about any Trailer, and just worry about a way strap a walker! Maybe accross the seat as you said, oh, and thanks.

Does anybody know if a person needs a Motorcycle license in Texas,as I have a standard Automobile Licese?

[NancysToy]

Oh, and by the way, the Powerchair i have would be WAYYYYY to heavy for the back of an Rs or St, it's somewhere brtween 300 and 500 lbs. (pounds). i would only put on a trailer if i can. I only Pray that it is possible, otherwise, my walker would have to make do.

The total towing capacity of the Spyder RT or ST is 400 pounds, including the trailer. You would have to use a light power chair and fabricate a very light trailer.

[kricha6431]

I'm asking only because you mentioned neuropathy. Has your dr. sent you for laser therapy? I'm just curious because I used it on a patient with neuropathy in both feet and I noticed a difference with her walking and so did others; that was after about 4 treatments. I'm not talking about the treatment where your feet are wrapped in LEDs on a strip. I found that that didn't have any effect. I also found the laser treatment to work mainly on non-surgical problems.

As far as your original question, I cannot add to what's been said. Good luck.

The Dr. I a was talking about was a specialist in Houston, and is not my normal Dr., but thanks anyway, i might check up about it with my normal Dr.

[Bob Denman]

I'm asking only because you mentioned neuropathy. Has your dr. sent you for laser therapy? I'm just curious because I used it on a patient with neuropathy in both feet and I noticed a difference with her walking and so did others; that was after about 4 treatments. I'm not talking about the treatment where your feet are wrapped in LEDs on a strip. I found that that didn't have any effect. I also found the laser treatment to work mainly on non-surgical problems..

Wylie,
Can the laser treatments help with diabetic neuropathy too?
I'm at the point where all sensation is gone in both legs below the knees, and I've lost all strength in my left ankle...
(Hence; the need for the SE-5 transmission!)
Thanks!

[Jeriatric]

Need some inspiration?

Then this post is just what you're looking for.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...er+inspiration

I am a handicapped person having a yearning for a Can Am Spyder

I am new here, and a hankering for a Spyder. I have been to a Neuropathy Dr. back 20 years ago to see about my walking problems and found nothing, NOTHING, as to an explanation for why i was having problems walking, but it progressed to the point I had to use a walker for short walks and an electric wheel chair or scooter when going to the mall or wherever! But I DO NOT let it bother me what so ever, I JUsT GO
and i will live life the best i can.
NOW, is there a way to mount a walker to a Spyder, maybe behind the Driver in the Passenger seat or maybe the side of the Spyder out of the way as to not interfere with getting o/off the Spider? i have good balance sitting but not standing!
And what about a trailer or some other way of carrying a power chair/scooter? i have set on a Spyder RT at my local Dealer at Beaumont Tractor and i love the feel without needing ANY modifications done for me of any kind.I am most interested in the Spyder RS or RS S or maybe the ST, the RT would be nise later after i get used to one as i don't want to do any long distance traveling, until i get comfortable with RS or RS S.

I can't ride a 2wheel motorcycle for lack of balance but do have 3 wheel bicycle that i LOVE, so IT HAS TO BE a 3 wheel motorcycle for me. as i have had a lot of LOVE for motorcycles all my life, but it PISSES ME OFF that i can't ride a 2 wheeler motorcycle ?

[Flanker]

If you click on Forums at the top of the page, and then "enabled Spyderlovers" I am sure you will find something from someone has a mod for what you are looking for!Good luck and hope you will be riding in no time!

Excellent advice! Good luck!