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Is this normal?
Hello All,
We bought a 19 RTL in Phoenix orange/ Dark last Saturday and it will be deliver this week.....never rode any spyder or motorcycle on a highway before so this will be a learning curve for us. But really looking forward to the bike! The problem I'm having is every time i get on this site..... I find more to buy.
I'm sure that Lamonster Garage doesn't mind though, ordering things almost daily. So far I've ordered the following.......
LED headlights
led fog lights
Bright brake light kit
Lidlock
Swaybar
J&S jack
cat delete
Akrapovic silencer
idler pulley kit
oil change kit
gold plugs
magic mirrors
Bumpskid
This list doesn't even cover the riding jackets, Shoei helmet, sena radios, riding gloves,BRP back rest, BRP armrest,and laser alignment that we bought at the dealer!
Is this addiction normal????
Take Care
P.W.
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Originally Posted by P.W.
Hello All,
We bought a 19 RTL in Phoenix orange/ Dark last Saturday and it will be deliver this week.....never rode any spyder or motorcycle on a highway before so this will be a learning curve for us. But really looking forward to the bike! The problem I'm having is every time i get on this site..... I find more to buy.
I'm sure that Lamonster Garage doesn't mind though, ordering things almost daily. So far I've ordered the following.......
LED headlights
led fog lights
Bright brake light kit
Lidlock
Swaybar
J&S jack
cat delete
Akrapovic silencer
idler pulley kit
oil change kit
gold plugs
magic mirrors
Bumpskid
This list doesn't even cover the riding jackets, Shoei helmet, sena radios, riding gloves,BRP back rest, BRP armrest,and laser alignment that we bought at the dealer!
Is this addiction normal????
Take Care
P.W.
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I was afraid someone was going to say that! LOL
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I've got a GREAT wife but if I keep spending this way I could find myself single!
I just figure that I'll have pretty much everything done at once.
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it may be normal for some, but not prudent. You must gift really well.
In my opinion it would be smarter to learn to ryde your new machine, and THEN go for goodies.
You do know that all the bling you throw on your spyder will not improve the resale value one bit.
In case you own it for a few thousand miles and then decide it's not for you.
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Oh yeah !!!
Better known as farkeling... normally starts after purchase but some get a jump on it and start before delivery... many warnings have been posted about this...👀
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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2013 STL SE5 BLACK CURRANT
SpyderPop's: LED bumpskid
SmoothSpyder: dualmode back rest
T r * * LED:foam grip covers, Tricrings, FenderZ,
brake light strips, wide vue mirrors
Rivico SOMA modulation brake leds
sawblade mowhalk fender accents
minispyder dash toy
Lid lox
KradelLock
Pakitrack
GENSSI ELITE LED H4 headlights
FLO (Frunk Lid Organizer)
BRP fog lights, trailer hitch
SENA 20S EVO
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Don't waste your money on BRP arm rest. They are useless. Too far back. My co-rider complain about those all the time. Get some after market, like Big Bike part. Much better and cheaper. I am replacing mine..
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Do not forget bag ,trunk and frunk liners ,rear rack and dry bag .
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Originally Posted by 4 MARIE
it may be normal for some, but not prudent. You must gift really well.
In my opinion it would be smarter to learn to ryde your new machine, and THEN go for goodies.
You do know that all the bling you throw on your spyder will not improve the resale value one bit.
In case you own it for a few thousand miles and then decide it's not for you.
EXCELLENT advice.
You don't "need" any of that stuff on your list.
Unless you paid cash for the Spyder......and can pay cash for any accessories.......you should resist the temptations for at least 3-6 months.
Some of those things listed actually aren't a good idea for someone with no previous experience with bike mods.
LED lights might actually give worse light than stock.
Muffler modifications are technically illegal and might be bad for your hearing.
K.I.S.S. in the beginning.
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Personally, I would ride your Spyder for a while and then start adding those additions that you feel will benefit you. Some of these do feel like no-brainders for me, such as the swaybar, but most of us get along just fine without magic mirrors, gold plugs and an akropovic silencer (whatever that is - I honestly have no idea).
Some of these are often worth doing when the time comes, such as replacing headlamps with LEDs when one burns out. That said, if this scale of money doesn't matter in your world, then why not go ahead and get gold everything.
2020 RT Limited in the ultra cool Deep Marsala Dark edition.
Baja Ron Anti-Sway Bar, LED reflectors, Lamonster USB Charger (and phone mount), Can-Am Low Windshield, X-Creen Tour Variable Windscreen Spoiler Blade, Power Commander, Dilithium powered Flux Capacitor (not yet fully functional).
Maintained by Lou at Pirate Powersports.
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Part of the fun of farkleing is to examine several different forms or brands of what you are considering, then post it on the board and expect a lively discussion the first first few times. Make sure you buy a thing or two for your wife's comfort while riding with you. If you discuss an occasional purchase with her, she might not notice that that you haven't discussed ALL purchases with her.
I agree that most purchases should wait until you have ridden a bit and seen what you need. Safety gear (helmet, clothes etc) is the exception - don't get on the bike without it.
Prepare to be smiling almost constantly.
~Sandee~
~Sandee~
2016 RT-L (Purchased used in February 2018)
RT Dash Mount (from JT's Spyder Store)
Kuryakin Trident Highway Pegs
Hopnel Pouch
Magic Mirrors
Spyderpops Foam Handgrips
Iron Butt #35273
Girls on Spyders #2779
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Congrats and enjoy your Spyder. If any thing go for the safety items first i.e lights. As has been mentioned put some miles on her first and see how you feel about it before dumping a wad on farkles. K.i.s.s. certainly applies. Good luck and have fun.
Joe
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Normal -no - SAD yes!! all that stuff and you have no idea if you like the 3 wheel ride - second hand stuff anyone in a couple of weeks!
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For most of the world, riding anything with less than 4 wheels and a steering wheel is not normal.
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Hi, new user, soon to be spyder owner. This reminds of most of the members on the snowmobiling website I've been on for years, Dootalk.com. Just ride it!
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Originally Posted by P.W.
Hello All,
We bought a 19 RTL in Phoenix orange/ Dark last Saturday and it will be deliver this week.....never rode any spyder or motorcycle on a highway before so this will be a learning curve for us. But really looking forward to the bike! The problem I'm having is every time i get on this site..... I find more to buy.
I'm sure that Lamonster Garage doesn't mind though, ordering things almost daily. So far I've ordered the following.......
LED headlights
led fog lights
Bright brake light kit
Lidlock
Swaybar
J&S jack
cat delete
Akrapovic silencer
idler pulley kit
oil change kit
gold plugs
magic mirrors
Bumpskid
This list doesn't even cover the riding jackets, Shoei helmet, sena radios, riding gloves,BRP back rest, BRP armrest,and laser alignment that we bought at the dealer!
Is this addiction normal????
Take Care
P.W.
Yes it's called "The Fever"!
Your list is a nice start!
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Welcome, congrats and enjoy.
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I agree That list is nice Dont listen to the negative nancys Youll be fine Enjoy the ride
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Proper farkeling
Welcome------
I think it depends if your going to do your own work or not. If YES start with the easy stuff first and have the tools on hand. Magic Mirrors are a must if you are going to do your own work. Safety and good lighting should also be at the top of the list.
Be sure to buy a farkel or three for your wife!!!!! Trunk mirror, luggage liners, good comms. for example.
Just my humble opinion now---- add-on noise enhancers should be the LAST farkel you spend big bucks on .
Lew L
Kaos----- Gone but not forgotten.
2014 RTS in Circuit Yellow, farkle-ing addiction down to once every few months. ECU FLASH IS GREAT.
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Originally Posted by fatboy
I agree That list is nice Dont listen to the negative nancys Youll be fine Enjoy the ride
UNLESS Nancy is your wife.
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