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Any Modification recommendations from those who tour on their Spyders?

If you are a solo rider, you might want to consider changing the passenger backrest pad to the Sling Mods pad that eliminates the "side wings" on the stock pad. Frees up space to utilize a large seat bag. I use a 60 litre Moose Racing Dry Bag. Affordable and provides a ton of useful additional storage.

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DOR55 said:
If you are a solo rider, you might want to consider changing the passenger backrest pad to the Sling Mods pad that eliminates the "side wings" on the stock pad. Frees up space to utilize a large seat bag. I use a 60 litre Moose Racing Dry Bag. Affordable and provides a ton of useful additional storage.
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I never knew that existed. Thank you
 
The best thing that I did on mine, which was well worth the money, has been to change the seat. The stock seats are not made for riding any distance, I tried several different pads and they were just a waste of money. I bought a Tall Boy Ultimate Seat (I have 2014 RT, so it puts you back about 3 inches)

It was pricey but worth every penny. I live in Central Florida & ride to the beaches without stopping.

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baxter said:
Do not forget a good set of rain gear. Nothing like staying dry in those long rainy day rides. Once wet, not fun riding hours on end. Waterproof boots, gloves a must. Do not go skimpy on raingear, as when a leaky seam shows up, you're not going to be happy.
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Just been on a long trip with torrential rain, as in this is a desert with a drought, but when it rains it downpours kind of rain.

I use these I found on Amazon as I ride in my Georgia Boot work boots, which are labelled as waterproof but really aren't. I fact every pair of waterproof motorcycle boots I've ever owned, even up to BMW's guaranteed waterproof ones, generally aren't after a few hours.

SATINIOR 20 Pieces/ 10 Pairs Disposable Boot Covers Long Plastic Waterproof Shoes Cover over the Knee for Men Women Outdoor Rain and Snow​
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I just chuck a pack of these in the frunk. They come in a number of quantities per pack and take up no space at all. They are pretty much disposable in nature at the end of the ride unless you are careful, but they keep your feet bone dry. Best under the bottom of your waterproof lowers but in reality if you pull them up shin high it doesn't seem to matter.

We may look dumb as it comes with bright blue things like polythene bags on your feet but, (a) my wife and I are too old to care, and (b) which matter's most - dry feet or what you look like?
 
DOR55 said:
If you are a solo rider, you might want to consider changing the passenger backrest pad to the Sling Mods pad that eliminates the "side wings" on the stock pad. Frees up space to utilize a large seat bag. I use a 60 litre Moose Racing Dry Bag. Affordable and provides a ton of useful additional storage.
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I also think this is a great idea - but all I can find are pads that fit 2020+ Spyders. Has anyone found one of these that would fit a 2019 Spyder RTL?
 
mecsw500 said:
Just been on a long trip with torrential rain, as in this is a desert with a drought, but when it rains it downpours kind of rain.

I use these I found on Amazon as I ride in my Georgia Boot work boots, which are labelled as waterproof but really aren't. I fact every pair of waterproof motorcycle boots I've ever owned, even up to BMW's guaranteed waterproof ones, generally aren't after a few hours.

SATINIOR 20 Pieces/ 10 Pairs Disposable Boot Covers Long Plastic Waterproof Shoes Cover over the Knee for Men Women Outdoor Rain and Snow​
​
I just chuck a pack of these in the frunk. They come in a number of quantities per pack and take up no space at all. They are pretty much disposable in nature at the end of the ride unless you are careful, but they keep your feet bone dry. Best under the bottom of your waterproof lowers but in reality if you pull them up shin high it doesn't seem to matter.

We may look dumb as it comes with bright blue things like polythene bags on your feet but, (a) my wife and I are too old to care, and (b) which matter's most - dry feet or what you look like?
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Thanks for the information. It seems that I spend quite a bit of time riding in the rain.
 
Rain happens and then it doesn't. And then it does.
Separate Rain gear is annoying because 1st you see it coming so you stop to don the gear. Rain hits - maybe 5 minutes - and the sun pops out roasting you. You either roast or stop to remove the gear and 10 minutes later, more rain.
Simple solution for any multi-day/week rider is 100% GORETEX. Boots, pants, jacket, gloves. In the range of 9 hours (9a-7p) I've ridden from 52°F to 102°F with sleet, rain, and sunshine, never stopping for gear changes. Done right, your gear becomes an eco-system somewhat insulated from the outside elements.
 
Fortunately, where I am out West, I don't have to deal with rain very often in the summer. I've got the rain gear down to an art. I have a thin waterproof jacket and pants I bought from BMW many years ago, and I can get the jacket on and off in a couple of minutes. The rain pants I just leave on between showers and they don't seem to matter too much. They are still totally waterproof after about two decades of use. That old BMW branded stuff was really good value as it lasts for years.

The GORETEX gear I have personally tried doesn't seem to flow enough air for the 100°F+ days. I'm from England originally, so I'm used to riding in perpetual rain, especially in winter, but heat in my upper body really gets to me.

My boots are leather and GORETEX lined Georgia Boot Company boots with the carbon fiber toe protectors. I like them on and off the bike, but they are not totally waterproof in continuous driving rain on a bike, unlike off the bike, where they work well. Hence, I have the disposable boot covers for when it's going to rain for more than say an hour. They are waterproof up to a point, but eventually give up to driving rain. I'll need a new pair soon, so it might be just because mine are getting on for at least six years old now.

For Pants, I use Kevlar re-enforced jeans, my jacket is a new KLIM Induction Pro, which is a huge improvement over the old regular Induction jacket I've had for years. For colder weather, I have an old BMW adventure jacket and pants, or a Triumph brand really heavy leather jacket, both of which I've probably had for over twenty years. If it's really cold, on go the level 4 thermals as well.

Gloves, I finally wore out my favorite BMW GS gloves after 20+ years of riding. They were brilliant gloves. They don't make them anymore and I looked around, but they go for silly money on E-Bay. So I bought a new pair of Alpinestars Stella SMX-1 Air v2, actually in women's XXL, as they fit my wider hands but shorter fingers. All the men's gloves these days are too long in the finger once they are actually big enough to get my hands in. These work OK in the heat, despite being mostly ventilated leather, my hands don't seem to be a problem. If it's really raining, I have an old pair of waterproof Triumph branded gloves that still work well and the wrists tuck easily under my rain jacket.

What I did buy from Amazon was:

Neck CoolingTube, Reusable Ice Cooler Wearable Body CoolingProducts, Neck Coolers for Hot Weather​

And:

Alphacool Frosty Body Cooling Ice Vest​

The former is for shorter rides on hot days, the latter is for long trips. The inserts re-freeze overnight in the freezer part of a hotel room's refrigerator.

If you know of any GORETEX gear that flows a lot of air, I'd be pleased to know, as I'm pretty heat sensitive here in the high deserts of the West.
 
Keep in mind if the outside air temp is higher than your body temp, air flow is like a hair dryer ADDing heat to your body. As I stated above, you can create your own eco-system by sealing out the elements. Yes, it's warm but bare skin or mesh is hot. Wind chill isn't chilly in 100+ IMHO.
 
That's where the Alphacool comes into play. The more I can airflow over that the better I feel. There is also the effect of air flow wicking away sweat to cool by evaporation, but you are right, at a certain temperature airflow alone is not sufficient.
 
My riding gear is what I wear for what ever I run into. I wear MotoPort stretch Kevlar pants and mesh Kevlar jacket. Under those, I wear normal street clothes (jeans, and regular shirt) if the temps are under 100°F. Above that temp, I change to shorts and a wicking shirt. At much under 50°F I add a heated vest, gloves, and maybe socks. If it's not going to be a long ride and temps stay in the 40s or above, I wear a jacket liner and silk gloves liners and I crank up the heated grips and seat.

In the rain, I may change gloves and if I remember to bring them, boots. Most of the time, my basic gear works well enough. Sometimes, I get an extra shower this week, but my gear dries out overnight and I'm back at it the next day. I've ridden in more rain the last couple of years of riding the Goldwing than I have for most of my riding since the mid-60s. It certainly wasn't planned that way, that's just the way it worked out.

I've had Frog Togs and rain suits from Cycle Gear. The hassle of carrying it around and putting it on and off never gave me that much more protection than my current gear (yes, I do use water repellant on the pants every couple of years). But that's just me.

jdg
 
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Spyderpops Braker Bars - Affordable, easy install and BRIGHT! Multiple similar options out there.
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The "Braker Bars" Brake/Run Light with Strobe Feature LED Kit (All Models with Top Case)

Can Am Spyder/Ryker Accessories
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Sling Mods Aux Front Light - 5 minute install. Don't spend big bucks for the OEM light.

LED Auxiliary Running Light Bar for the Can-Am Spyder RT (2020+)

Light up the night on your 2020+ Can-Am Spyder RT with our LED Plug & Play Auxiliary Running Light
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Baja Ron's Ultra Sway Bar
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BajaRon's ULTRA Sway Bar Kit - 2013-2026 RT Can-Am Spyder Models

BajaRon's Custom Performance ULTRA Sway Bar Kit 2013-2026 RT Models ONLY Will Not Fit: Any 2010-2012 RT Models Any GS / RS / RSS Any F3 Models Any ST Models Any Ryker Models Description: If you ride two-up often, fully loaded, are heavier set, or are just an aggressive rider - The ULTRA Sway Bar...
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Bar Risers, GPS Mount, Phone Mount, Cup Holder, Seat Pads/Seats, Etc. to your preference.

Blind Spot Mirrors. Mounts on top of mirror housings. Cheap, adjustable, unobtrusive, and they work.

Frunk: A cheap backpack from Sierra etc works great in the front trunk. More convenient that the 1 and 2 piece fitted liners, and can be used off of the Spyder (I try to avoid "single purpose" tools). I have tools in a separate zip bag that sits in bottom of the frunk.

Saddlebags: Two 6-pack sized soft coolers fill one saddlebag. One cooler has jump starter, compressor, tire kit, bungees, jumper cables, first aid kit, etc.; and the other for use as a cooler. Other saddlebag has a repurposed Eclipse tail bag for clothes (fits perfectly), or is used for bulky stuff like shoes (i have size 14 feet...yeah, fills the hole saddlebag).

Tail Trunk: Two other 6-pack sized soft coolers in the tail trunk. One has the daily ride stuff, the other for miscellaneous like chargers/cords, wind pants, Leatherman tool, etc. The "coolers" sit side-by-side in the front of the trunk, leaving rest of the space for gloves, hats, wind shirt, maps, Gazetteers, microfiber towels, lightweight bike cover, heated gear, etc.

Highly recommend these miscellaneous bags/pouches/labels for maps, glasses, wind shirts, bungees, straps, cords/chargers, etc. Trust me, you will find a use for them.
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3 Poly Zipper Bags

The 3 Poly Zipper Bags are designed to organize small parts and tools. In three assorted sizes and colors, each bag has a mesh window to view contents, and has a sturdy zipper with an easy pull tab. The bags also feature a metal grommet and can all be held together by a carabiner (included)...
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As shown in a previous post, I am a solo rider and have replaced the passenger back rest pad with this:

Can-Am Spyder RT Limited Low Profile Passenger Backrest Pad with Optional Heater (2020+)

Increase passenger legroom with our Low Profile Passenger Backrest Pad with Optional Heating Pad for the 2020+ Can-Am Spyder RT Limited
www.slingmods.com www.slingmods.com
Frees up space for a dry bag. For longer trips I use a Moose Racing 60 liter bag, for 1-2 nights their 25 liter bag works great. Will add the 40 liter bag to the mix when I can find one.

A most important thing before any road trip: A detailed packing list. I have a standard "check off list" that I start reviewing the week before the trip. This allows me to make sure I have everything, can make changes specific to the trip, and minimize last minute "Oh, S**t" moments. I also carry a small note pad during the trip to note items I want to add/delete to/from the list.

Once your basics are covered, then the usual upgrades as needed: Shocks, Brakes, Tires...

Bit of a long rant here, but for anyone new to Spyders and/or road tripping, I hope this helps.

DOR55
 
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DOR55 said:
Conspicuity, Stability, Comfort, Convenience

Spyderpops Braker Bars - Affordable, easy install and BRIGHT! Multiple similar options out there.
spyderpops.com

The "Braker Bars" Brake/Run Light with Strobe Feature LED Kit (All Models with Top Case)

Can Am Spyder/Ryker Accessories
spyderpops.com spyderpops.com

Sling Mods Aux Front Light - 5 minute install. Don't spend big bucks for the OEM light.

LED Auxiliary Running Light Bar for the Can-Am Spyder RT (2020+)

Light up the night on your 2020+ Can-Am Spyder RT with our LED Plug & Play Auxiliary Running Light
www.slingmods.com www.slingmods.com

Baja Ron's Ultra Sway Bar
bajarons.com

BajaRon's ULTRA Sway Bar Kit - 2013-2026 RT Can-Am Spyder Models

BajaRon's Custom Performance ULTRA Sway Bar Kit 2013-2026 RT Models ONLY Will Not Fit: Any 2010-2012 RT Models Any GS / RS / RSS Any F3 Models Any ST Models Any Ryker Models Description: If you ride two-up often, fully loaded, are heavier set, or are just an aggressive rider - The ULTRA Sway Bar...
bajarons.com bajarons.com

Bar Risers, GPS Mount, Phone Mount, Cup Holder, Seat Pads/Seats, Etc. to your preference.

Blind Spot Mirrors. Mounts on top of mirror housings. Cheap, adjustable, unobtrusive, and they work.

Frunk: A cheap backpack from Sierra etc works great in the front trunk. More convenient that the 1 and 2 piece fitted liners, and can be used off of the Spyder (I try to avoid "single purpose" tools). I have tools in a separate zip bag that sits in bottom of the trunk.

Saddlebags: Two 6-pack sized soft coolers fill one saddlebag. One cooler has jump starter, compressor, tire kit, bungees, jumper cables, first aid kit, etc.; and the other for use as a cooler. Other saddlebag has a repurposed Eclipse tail bag for clothes (fits perfectly), or is used for bulky stuff like shoes (i have size 14 feet...yeah, fills the hole saddlebag).

Tail Trunk: Two other 6-pack sized soft coolers in the tail trunk. One has the daily ride stuff, the other for miscellaneous like chargers/cords, wind pants, Leatherman tool, etc. The "coolers" fit in the front of the trunk, leaving rest of the space for gloves, hats, wind shirt, maps, Gazetteers, microfiber towels, lightweight bike cover, heated gear, etc.

Highly recommend these for maps, glasses, wind shirts, bungees, straps, cords/chargers, etc. Trust me, you will find a use for them.
bucketboss.com

3 Poly Zipper Bags

The 3 Poly Zipper Bags are designed to organize small parts and tools. In three assorted sizes and colors, each bag has a mesh window to view contents, and has a sturdy zipper with an easy pull tab. The bags also feature a metal grommet and can all be held together by a carabiner (included)...
bucketboss.com bucketboss.com

Amazon.com: KableFlags Blank Write-On Rubber Cable Identification Tags - 50 Pcs Per Pack (Yellow) : Electronics

Buy KableFlags Blank Write-On Rubber Cable Identification Tags - 50 Pcs Per Pack (Yellow): Cord Management - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
us.amazon.com

As shown in a previous post, I am a solo rider and have replaced the passenger back rest pad with this:

Can-Am Spyder RT Limited Low Profile Passenger Backrest Pad with Optional Heater (2020+)

Increase passenger legroom with our Low Profile Passenger Backrest Pad with Optional Heating Pad for the 2020+ Can-Am Spyder RT Limited
www.slingmods.com www.slingmods.com
Frees up space for a dry bag. For longer trips I use a Moose Racing 60 liter bag, for 1-2 nights their 25 liter bag works great. Will add the 40 liter bag to the mix when I can find one.

A most important thing before any road trip: A detailed packing list. I have a standard "check off list" that I start reviewing the week before the trip. This allows me to make sure I have everything, can make changes specific to the trip, and minimize last minute "Oh, S**t" moments. I also carry a small note pad during the trip to note items I want to add/delete to/from the list.

Once your basics are covered, then the usual upgrades as needed: Shocks, Brakes, Tires...

Bit of a long rant here, but for anyone new to Spyders and/or road tripping, I hope this helps.

DOR55
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Thanks for all of the recommendations! Full of good information.
 
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