Can-Am Models Should be Required to Have an New Owners Warning!

[JamesLaz]

If I would have known, if there had been some warning!

I got my first Can-Am Spyder F3 Limited just a few weeks back and now I am a poor (but happy) man. Why are there no warning telling of how much you enjoy it and how much money you will spend on upgrades and accessories. They need to have a waring stating something like.

"WARNING ownership of a Can-Am will result in extended smiling and joy. Please take caution and ensure your bank account has the needed funds for more accessories than any human needs. May cause prolonged exposure the fresh air and sunshine. Do not become a Can-Am owner unless you are prepared to give up being lazy and get out and have amazing times."

I hope you all enjoy your Can-Am as much as I do.

Thanks,
James

 

[ARtraveler]

Good point you make. :yes:

 

[spyderdave]

I thought that was the purpose of a toy!!!

Hope you have as much fun as I am!

 

[RayBJ]

Actually, every (2-3 wheels) ride I've owned needed that caveat. Have never found a 'complete' package out the door. Need to add 10%+ for suspension & farkles usually. :riding:

 

[Isopedella]

Yep I agree.

But I try to get out and put some rides in first.
I am retired and not a Millionaire.
So I make a list of what I would like to improve with add-ons.
Get costings..Yikes!

Then I rate them as to importance and affordability.
For instance I would like some better suspension for the mad few minutes through the twisties now and again,
but that aint occurring anytime soon.
Got my top rated things completed and spending mostly on gas these days.

 

[Peter Aawen]

.....

Then I rate them as to importance and affordability.
For instance I would like some better suspension for the mad few minutes through the twisties now and again,
but that aint occurring anytime soon.
Got my top rated things completed and spending mostly on gas these days.

If you want to explore the potential for suspension mods further, you might want to check out IKON Suspension Iso :thumbup:

Waaay Better than stock, and much of the a/mkt range too; somewhat cheaper than most of the big names; got some good gear for Spyders (you might need to ask them rather than just check out the cataldogue tho! ) and it's an Aussie based company, so it's almost local for you! hyea:

https://www.ikonsuspension.com/

 

[JamesLaz]

Another warning label may be needed.

My wife and I went for a nice long ride both Saturday and Sunday morning had a good time but then it happened. Now she wants her own Can-Am!

"WARNING riding of a Can-Am may result your wife/partner wanting their own Can-Am."

Thanks,
James

 

[Raven]

Anything with wheels, a motor, or female can put a smile on your face and empty your wallet.
They can also put a frown on your face and still empty your wallet. :gaah:

 

[al0vely]

Add to the label:

Ride more, worry less.
Don't create a garage queen!

I see a lot of Spyders for sale on FB - low to no miles and plenty of accessories. It is not uncommon to see a 10 year old Spyder with 5k miles or less with many upgrades - asking way too much because they say it is like new.

 

[Gwolf]

First post pretty much applies to every motorcycle I have ever owned, no matter the size or brand name.

 

[fuzzyspyder]

First post pretty much applies to every motorcycle I have ever owned, no matter the size or brand name.

So true and that is the nature of toys.

 

[cjr00]

Back rest, 3rd foot peg, brake light flasher plug in, lamonster brake rod, fill it up and ride it...

 

[Raven]

Around here anything with wheels and a motor is referred to as a
"STARTER KIT"

 

[fuzzyspyder]

Around here anything with wheels and a motor is referred to as a
"STARTER KIT"

I have always considered that a downpayment on accessories.:yikes:

 

[Dutchy]

I Bought my Wife a 900 Ralli Ryker now she is starting to want me to get bits for it and doing my F3 up no longer is an excuse so I can no longer hide. :doorag:

 

[a99miata]

I read a stat one time about new Goldwing owners will spend $3500 on accessories/goodies the first year of ownership. I imagine same principle is with most motor toys.....

 

[Snoking1127]

Does not hold a candle to the money one spends on the Side by Side UTV!!!

 

[JamesLaz]

I'm poor now, but my Can Am Spyder is doing great!

My Can Am now has all my money, it was bound to happen! How could I resist getting her all dressed up, I added the Top Case rack, to show off her rear end! and don't forget what goes underneath, I got the fitted top case bag and the fitted frunk bag.

We are taking our first weekend getaway on our Spyder and I may have gone overboard on travel accessorizing.

This will be our longest ride to date, I've been working my way up to longer rides (health issues) and this one should be fun. We are heading up to Prescott, AZ and the weather should be beautiful.


Thanks,
James

 

[Snoking1127]

My two Spyders do not hold a candle to my Kawasaki KRX 1000 Side by Side in vacuuming up funds!

 

[chdge64]

I just bought my first Can-Am Spyder. I am waiting for it to get fixed, bought it for a good price because it was broken lol. However, I have already spent $400 on upgrades and I haven’t even been able to ride it on the road yet! Just like all my vehicles I can’t leave anything stock, but this will sure be a fun adventure!