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Suggested tools for long road trip
All,
Picking up a used RT next weekend from a member on this site. Going to drive it home and I am wondering what tools should I have with me just in case? It’s a 18 hour road trip which is why I am asking. The bike is getting inspected before pickup but you never know. I have always had Harley’s so I made sure to bring tools, cable ties, and electrical tape on anything more than a couple of hours.
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on the new ride. I suggest long johns and rain gear, phone, plan the trip so you have the phone numbers to local repair shops along your route. You should not have a problem, but be ready in case you do.
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What Copper said, and of course, Credit Card.... Spydercodes app, Check your tire pressures AND the underseat Air Bag pressure, What year is the RT? If it's a 998, you >might< need some oil to top off along an 18 hour trip. I always have a rechargable battery powered digital tire pump Lamonster used to sell, but you can check and update any pressure issues at fuel stops.
Safe Rides,
David and Sharon Goebel
Both Retired USAF Veterans
2018 Anniversary Edition RT Limited
Baja Ron ultimate swaybar. Vredestein tires, Baja Ron Front Shock Pre-load adjusters, Pedal Box, See my Spyder Garage
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I suggest you go to this web site, http://www.operatorsguides.brp.com/I...adster&type=og, drill down to the year of RT you are purchasing and give a scrutinizing squint at the operator's guide, particularly the maintenance section. In the pre-buy inspection you should check, or have checked, the left and right fuse boxes to ensure the spare fuses that are listed in the OG are in fact in there. I also recommend a tire plugging kit in addition to an emergency source of air. There should be a tool kit with the bike that will have all the tools you might need on the road; verify it is there. Some duct tape and a Leatherman type multi-tool is a good idea IMO. Good luck and be safe on the ride home.
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Besides all of the above, I went around my Spyder and found all the tools I would need to fit the common fasteners and to remove the panels. There really aren't that many.
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Originally Posted by Wijames
All,
Picking up a used RT next weekend from a member on this site. Going to drive it home and I am wondering what tools should I have with me just in case? It’s a 18 hour road trip which is why I am asking. The bike is getting inspected before pickup but you never know. I have always had Harley’s so I made sure to bring tools, cable ties, and electrical tape on anything more than a couple of hours.
One more thing to think about, I like you went from an HD to a Spyder. I always knew I could use my pickup truck to get my HD back home if I had to in the event of a break down. I can not do that with the Spyder RTL. I have AAA on my car and truck for road side assistance so I added the Spyder to my AAA for an extra $25 a year. I have never had to used it but if I ever needed a tow or help with a tire all I have to do is call.
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Thanks for the information! Picked up a Ryker earlier this month and now the Spyder for my wife. Actually more for me but getting 2 toys for the price of a new HD is awesome. She took the Can Am class last fall and loved it. Plus the RT has a trailer. Looking forward to bringing more than just what fits in the saddle bags for road trips!
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Make sure and post a picture when you get it home and add your new rides to the Spyder Garage!! I wish you the best of weather on your ride home with the new bike, stay warm and dry. Live to Ride , Ride to live.
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Thanks! Looking forward to the ride.
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Originally Posted by DGoebel
What Copper said, and of course, Credit Card.... Spydercodes app, Check your tire pressures AND the underseat Air Bag pressure, What year is the RT? If it's a 998, you >might< need some oil to top off along an 18 hour trip. I always have a rechargable battery powered digital tire pump Lamonster used to sell, but you can check and update any pressure issues at fuel stops.
What is the Spydercodes.app you talked about?
2020 Can Am Spyder RT Limited "The Comet #2"
Baja Ron Sway Bar
Passenger Armrests From Can Am
Wolo Big Bad Max Airhorn
Lamonster Top Cuff W/Ram Ball
Lamonster Power Plate
Tackform Phone Mount
Key Cover from Ebay
Lamonster Mirror Locks
Ultragard Cover from Lamonster
Top Grills from Spyderpops
Garage Door Opener from Spyderpops
3.5mm Extension from Amazon
Lamonster USB Cable Holder & Cable
Foam Grips from Spyderpops
Tricled Strobe Brake Light module
Tricled Bag Lights (replace reflectors)
Tricled Turn/Brake/Run Signals Rear
Tricled Floorboard Lights
Tricled Sequential Run/Turn Fender Lights
Tricled A-Frame Run/Turn Lights
Tricled LED American Flag Mount & Flag
Showchrome American Flag
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Search for Spydercodes here on SpyderLovers and you'll find many, many references to it.
It's an application created by a member here that works on IPhones and Android smart phones that helps look up error codes, dealers, all sorts of information that is Spyder specific.
But Alas I just found that on the Spydercodes.com website it's no longer available. Apparently only those who already have it can get updates for it anymore.
Safe Rides,
David and Sharon Goebel
Both Retired USAF Veterans
2018 Anniversary Edition RT Limited
Baja Ron ultimate swaybar. Vredestein tires, Baja Ron Front Shock Pre-load adjusters, Pedal Box, See my Spyder Garage
IBA 70020 |
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Originally Posted by DGoebel
Search for Spydercodes here on SpyderLovers and you'll find many, many references to it.
It's an application created by a member here that works on IPhones and Android smart phones that helps look up error codes, dealers, all sorts of information that is Spyder specific.
But Alas I just found that on the Spydercodes.com website it's no longer available. Apparently only those who already have it can get updates for it anymore.
Bummer !!!
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Take an adjustable wrench and two quarts of Wild Turkey.
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2011 RTS (Sold to a very nice lady)
1998 Honda Valkyrie
2006 Mustang GT. Varooooom!
US Navy Veteran
SC Law Enforcement Boat Captain
CNC Machine Service Technician
President: Rolling Thunder SC1
Member: Disabled American Veterans, Rock Hill, SC
Member: American Legion
Experience is recognizing the same mistake every time you make it!
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A Metric or SAE crescent wrench??
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There was a small tool kit that came with the 14 RT. What it was for is a puzzle to me. If it craps, I call the motor club. That's what I pay for. And as I know zip all about mechanics, that B.E.S.T. warranty card and my motorcycle insurance which provides transport, that's enough for this mechanical idiot.
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Bobsmith
As the machine was made in Canada, SAE won't work.
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67B7A03C-B42B-462D-A2D3-55DDC12BB90E.jpgI made it back! Funny story, it was not as smooth as planned. Picked up the RT last Friday. I had it preinspected by Woods motorcycle outside of San Antonio and they found no issues. Took it for a test ride before filling out the paperwork. Everything was good and I bought the Spyder. We hooked up the trailer and when I went to leave I could not release the parking brake. I was stuck. The seller who is from the forum helped me disconnect the parking brake and I took it to Woods. They knew I was driving it back to WI and I only had the weekend to get it done. After about 4 hours of troubleshooting they decided to replace the motor. Because they the bike had less then 100 miles since the recall work thru did not charge us for the repair. I hit the road and made it to Dallas the first night. Second day I left Dallas at 7am and stayed ahead of a huge storm. I made it back to Milwaukee at 1am. It was one hell of a ride.
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Well, there are metric or imperial crescents. 4" or 100mm are common enough.
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on the new bike! Now that looks like a nice one. Must run pretty good, you made good time with it getting home. I hope the wife is happy.
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Wife is happy but I am happier! Now I have 2 toys. The RT is a nice ride.
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One thing I wouldn't leave out of any emergency tool kit, (especially on my boat) is a strip of emery cloth or some sandpaper. Many times an oddball electrical issue can be fixed by simply cleaning the battery and ground connections.
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Good idea to have a Leatherman type multi-tool. I also carry a vehicle mini-airpump. That is the source of air that goes with the tire plugs. You will want to have some type of water bottle as well to keep water with you to drink so you don't get dehydrated.
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