• 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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  1. DickB

    Where can I purchase an OEM 2016 RSS Backrest?

    Came across one: https://www.facebook.com/groups/210448669488096/posts/d41d8cd9/1820881988444748/ Can Am Spyder Riders Facebook group.
  2. DickB

    Must I Wait for the safety message to appear before hitting mode and starting?

    Exactly what I do. Odd that it worked once.
  3. DickB

    Must I Wait for the safety message to appear before hitting mode and starting?

    I'm relatively new to a 2014 RSS. I read about this in another thread, that it is not necessary to wait to start the motor. So I went out to the garage, turned the key, immediately hit Mode and Start and it started (in neutral with parking brake on). I've tried to repeat this several times, and...
  4. DickB

    Where's my DESS module - 2014 Spyder RT-LTD

    PDF maintenance manuals are inexpensive and well worth the money if you're doing your own maintenance.
  5. DickB

    Can BUDS be used for tuning, or is it simply a diagnostic tool?

    Diagnostic, repair, and maintenance, no tuning. It reads active and stored codes, checks and calibrates sensors. Brake bleeding procedure. You can check components ie turn fan on and off, test switches. You can program keys. The license is tied to the VCI (interface module) serial number, so no...
  6. DickB

    Where can I purchase an OEM 2016 RSS Backrest?

    Is this the one that you're looking for? This came with my 2014 RSS. I did a search on the part number 708000713 and found a couple of used ones that had been sold. You may be able to find one but it will likely take a while.
  7. DickB

    Do dealers have trade in age limits?

    I'm curious to hear any experiences that you have had regarding trade-ins and vehicle age. Have any encountered this, where the dealer would not take your Spyder in as trade because of vehicle age? If so, what was their age limit?
  8. DickB

    New keys, maintenance, and upgrade items, etc. Any tips/advice?

    So there are two kinds of keys. The OEM key has a unique ""code", and you use BUDS to program the motorcycle to accept the code. There are aftermarket keys where the key itself is programmable, and a locksmith may have equipment to clone the one key that you have with the "code". There are eBay...
  9. DickB

    2019 RTL won't shift up (fixed'ish - only now it's un-fixed again!)

    That's odd. With BUDS the switches can be easily tested with no disassembly or even removing from the motorcycle.
  10. DickB

    Anyone running 80/100w H4 bulbs in their Ryker?

    Another consideration is the size of the wire and fuse. The Ryker headlights are on a 15A fuse. Fuse manufacturers recommend a fuse that is 125% of load, suggesting a maximum load of 12A. I'm surprised that you haven't found satisfactory LEDs - many have. I've put them on all my motorcycles...
  11. DickB

    What Brand or Type of Oil Should I Use in my Ryker??? Must it be safe for wet-clutch?

    Well, don't go by your Operator's Guide - what do they know?
  12. DickB

    Anyone found the Ryker's Alternator Output Specs? Primarily, the amps?

    Magneto, not alternator.
  13. DickB

    PedalBox and Pedal Commander - what do they do and how do they work?

    You're not wrong. These boxes work exactly as you have described. The box manufacturers have charts on their websites that show exactly that. Interesting video. Let's look very closely at what is happening here. While he talks about pressing the accelerator pedal rapidly, he never does that...
  14. DickB

    Another Dealer Drops the Spyder Line

    Dealerships do vary. I live in south central Florida. I had a bad experience taking my Ryker to an east coast dealership. They did not have a lot of Rykers and Spyders on the showroom floor. I've had a much better experience with a west coast dealership that has lots more on their floor. The...
  15. DickB

    Mounting a tire on my Spyder - things I'll verify

    FYI, My local Can Am dealer tech could not balance the wheel with that removed. I had to reassemble for them to do it. "Local" for me is still 2 hours away, but I prefer dynamic balancing myself, and it is a good shop. If I remove the wheel they charge $35, which I think is reasonable. They do...
  16. DickB

    Has anyone seen or have info on this electric Ryker shifter mod?

    Yes. The ball joint has a spring clip pin that can be removed without tools to disconnect the actuator.
  17. DickB

    New main computer, odometer reset to Zero - any way to reset to show proper milage?

    Some of us have OCD. ;)
  18. DickB

    Left turn signals don't go on - 2018 F3 Ltd! Any ideas/solution thoughts?

    The switch can be tested with BUDS.
  19. DickB

    New main computer, odometer reset to Zero - any way to reset to show proper milage?

    I have BUDS. I haven't done it, but it appears there is an option to increase the odometer but not decrease or reset it.
  20. DickB

    Has anyone seen or have info on this electric Ryker shifter mod?

    I did install an interlock switch so that the parking brake must be on to shift into reverse.
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