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Anyone ever used a Universal Cruise Control on 2020 RT?
Anyone ever used a Universal Cruise Control?
Mine does not work on my bike. Any recommendations on a good one for my model?
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-15-2024 at 11:24 PM.
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You'd be a lot better off to get your built-in fully integrated with all the other Systems and features BRP Factory Cruise Control TO work, instead of trying to tack on any stand-alone generic/universal alternative!!
There's not too many things that can go wrong with the cruise control on our Spyders, and the vast majority of those are fairly simple fixes - the other few, extremely rare occurrences/issues that can stop the cruise control from working are generally indicators of MAJOR issues that are just the beginnings of what's soon to come, and if you don't get them fixed, you very likely soon won't have a running bike!
So, tell us more about the how/why/when your cruise control doesn't work?? Is it turned on properly? Are you running the engine at high enough revs for that gear for it to engage? Are you sure your foot isn't touching the brake pedal AT ALL? You don't have a larger brake pedal fitted, do you? Have you checked & cleaned/reset the brake pedal micro-switch? Exactly what HAVE you done that makes you believe it's not working enough to want to bastardize your Spyder's Safety & Control Systems by installing a 'universal cruise control'??
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-16-2024 at 03:14 AM.
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I love the factory CC on my two 2018.
The only thing that would make them better would be adaptive CC like my 2021 F150 has. However my right thumb has learned to make the speed adjustments.
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Originally Posted by Peter Aawen
You'd be a lot better off to get your built-in fully integrated with all the other Systems and features BRP Factory Cruise Control TO work, instead of trying to tack on any stand-alone generic/universal alternative!!
There's not too many things that can go wrong with the cruise control on our Spyders, and the vast majority of those are fairly simple fixes - the other few, extremely rare occurrences/issues that can stop the cruise control from working are generally indicators of MAJOR issues that are just the beginnings of what's soon to come, and if you don't get them fixed, you very likely soon won't have a running bike!
So, tell us more about the how/why/when your cruise control doesn't work?? Is it turned on properly? Are you running the engine at high enough revs for that gear for it to engage? Are you sure your foot isn't touching the brake pedal AT ALL? You don't have a larger brake pedal fitted, do you? Have you checked & cleaned/reset the brake pedal micro-switch? Exactly what HAVE you done that makes you believe it's not working enough to want to bastardize your Spyder's Safety & Control Systems by installing a 'universal cruise control'??
A few times it will work for a mile or two then it goes off. I'm pretty tired of messing with it. How would I find the brake pedal micro switch?
Thanks
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-16-2024 at 09:37 AM.
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Originally Posted by Mikey4201
Anyone ever used a Universal Cruise Control?
Mine does not work on my bike. Any recommendations on a good one for my model?
Since you don't provide much information perhaps it's user error. Do you slide the CC button to the right then press it down to set the speed? To increase speed while moving simply press the CC button up until you reach the speed you want. To release the CC setting you can shift, press on the brake pedal or slide the CC button to the left.
Do you have the extended BEST warranty or some other? If so, bring it to your dealer.
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The 2020's had a brake light switch recall. Did you get this done?
If you got it used and do not know then you might want to get your dealer to run the vin to see if it was ever done.
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Not all that pertinent to this thread. But I have installed aftermarket CC on the older models that don't come with this feature.
Last edited by BajaRon; 05-16-2024 at 02:12 PM.
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Originally Posted by BajaRon
Not all the pertinent to this thread. But I have installed aftermarket CC on the older models that don't come with this feature.
I don't see how that is not pertinent. It is exactly what he asked for.
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Originally Posted by FrogmanDave
I don't see how that is not pertinent. It is exactly what he asked for.
Because the old models had no provision for a cruise control which cut options. Whereas the newer models do. I'd certainly go with the OEM if that is available at any kind of reasonable price. Though the universal CC worked well on the older bikes. I think an integrated system would be a better choice. That's all I meant.
There is a guy in Australia that makes an aftermarket CC specifically for motorcycles. It's spendy, but I suppose that would also be an option.
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I used it for 2 years without much problem.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-16-2024 at 07:08 PM.
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Originally Posted by Mikey4201
I used it for 2 years without much problem.
All the more reason to think your problem now is due to something like a dirty brake micro-switch or maybe even something like a dodgy/tired brake return spring?!
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Originally Posted by Mikey4201
I used it for 2 years without much problem.
I agree with Peter. Do what you have to and get the OEM working. It may be nothing serious at all.
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I used some brake spray on it.
Seems much better, but I'll know more tomorrow. Thank you.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 05-16-2024 at 09:57 PM.
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I ordered the brake switch and my troubles were solved!!!
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