• There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.

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    USB port only works when engine is off

    Well, I'm not sure. it works fine when the engine is off. I thought about the cord being loose somewhere inside. The connection at the usb connector is tight. It's possible the engine rattles it loose but it seems more like a logic problem. It's weird.
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    USB port only works when engine is off

    I encountered a strange problem with my 2016 Rts. The USB port started behaving weird. It drops in and out (mostly out) while riding. I tightened the tabs in the connector. If I just turn the key on, the connection is good. Music plays from my phone. Charging works. If I crank the engine, it all...
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    Spyder Cover choices?

    I have the ultra guard 4 that I bought from amazon for $69. It has held up well for a year now. You could travel with it but it would cost you the full volume of a side bag. For travel I would recommend a half cover. Or, you could just carry a dish towel like I do and wipe moisture from your seat.
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    Teardrop camping trailer

    Do you know if he built it himself or did have someone build it?
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    Parking brake light comes on & brakes lock up - UPDATE!

    When it locks up and I finally do get it to release and I drive it, the light is solid for about an hour. Just happened at the gas station. Took about 50 minutes to clear that one.
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    Parking brake light comes on & brakes lock up - UPDATE!

    Ok, I'll stop flaming over my frustration. Update... Got in contact with a BRP rep and they came up with a plan. The dealer is working with them. Dropped off the Spyder today. They are going to try the switch. I don't think it is the switch because the parking light changes when you press the...
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    Picked up new 2016 RT-S Have question !!!!!!

    Go to the dealer so they can install any software updates for your Spyder since it is a 2016.
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    Teardrop camping trailer

    I wanted to reopen a thread on this topic because the last post I saw on it was from 2009. Spyders have changed a lot since then. Has anyone had success find and pulling a teardrop trailer with their Spyder? The lightest on I have found is 500 pounds with a 50 pound tongue weight. I would like...
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    Handicapped Spyder Ryders.....Roll call!

    Lost my left leg I are a disabled Spyder Ryder. Lost my left leg in a motorcycle accident March 2016. Since I still have my right leg, I do pretty well on my Spyder rt with the electric shift. The only mod I've made is I added a luggage rack for carrying my wheelchair. Now that I'm using my...
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    Parking brake light comes on & brakes lock up - UPDATE!

    Brake switch I'm taking mine in again today. I'll mention replacing the brake switch. That was my first suspicion a month ago. I'm doubtful though, because when it does lockup, I can use the switch, and the parking light changes from solid to flashing. The system is detecting the press of the...
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    Parking brake light comes on & brakes lock up - UPDATE!

    Tell them you will sue them I believe the carrot works better than the stick but sometimes you gotta make a threat. Tell the dealer you are going to sue him and put him out of business if your Spyder locks up on you while your on the road. Tell them you will sue Can Am and put them out of the...
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    Parking brake light comes on & brakes lock up - UPDATE!

    Happening to me intermittently This has been happening to me for about a month. My dealer hasn't been able to repeat the failure to release. I'm about ready to force him to replace every component in the electric parking brake system.
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