• 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.

Search results

  1. MRH

    Driving Practice, or Attempted Murder by Spyder?

    Just one thought before purchasing a Spyder or Ryker of her own. As others have pointed out, sometimes those get very miles and it's likely because it's something they want to do for you, not for themselves. Make sure it's something she really wants for herself, not just to make you happy...
  2. MRH

    Helibars: Are they really Worth $629?

    I tried risers first, but the angle just wasn't comfortable for my hands. The Helibars solved that issue, and there's a good chance I can use them on my next Spyder as well. If risers work, great. If not, how much is it worth to have a comfortable ride? NEVERMIND, JUST SAW THIS WAS AN OLD...
  3. MRH

    What do you think about long term use of Throttle enhancement products? Feedback?

    As I understand it, all the device does is to tell the Spyder that the throttle is turned further than it really is - in theory, you can do the same thing if you have faster and more nimble wrists, so I can't see any potential damage from it. (That said, others may know differently.) Now...
  4. MRH

    Hands going numb some... Ideas why? Any fixes?

    I will simply not ride without one of these (they have a number of different names, including Wrist Savers, I think), but they essentially allow you to not have to grip the throttle tightly and cost under $10: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09G2C32RH/ I also use a Pedal Commander, which allows me...
  5. MRH

    Thinking about buying a Can Am - looking for advice??

    Agreed that he ought to be comfortable first, but there's no question in my mind that the ride two-up is where the advantages of the 1330 engine are most pronounced, and the only good way to evaluate that is to take a typical ride two-up. For me, there just wasn't enough power in the smaller...
  6. MRH

    Thinking about buying a Can Am - looking for advice??

    I'm going to agree on doing a test ride with BOTH of you first. The difference between the 998 and 1330 shows up most when you are two-up, and the RTs were better built in general from 2014 forward. See if you can rent something to try for a day here: https://www.riders-share.com There is...
  7. MRH

    Is Purchasing a RT S 2015 with only 1,800 miles a good idea?

    They seem to have a website dedicated to Mexico sales (https://can-am.brp.com/on-road/mx/es), and there is a FB group with 2,700 members for Spyder owners in Mexico. Tourist areas have jet skis and ATVs, so Can-Am has at least some meaningful presence. Mexico has varying climates, just like...
  8. MRH

    There seems to be an abundance of 2019 RT's selling - what gives?

    I find the design of the 2020+ much more elegant than the earlier models and the much larger top case looks just right to my eyes (and it can be changed out for other options). The 2020+ feels more like a motorcycle, and less like a snowmobile in design, again, to my eyes. The auto leveling...
  9. MRH

    There seems to be an abundance of 2019 RT's selling - what gives?

    The 2014-2019's were a very good run. Personally, I like the styling on the 2020-2024 much better, and it has a slightly more aggressive ride, but they aren't all that different. 13K miles is't a big deal at all, although you can easily spend a few dollars getting new tires in the not too...
  10. MRH

    New Owner of a 2022 Spyder RT - Trying to decide on navigation aids?

    I have a larger iPhone and mount it in the center of my handlebars and manage all my navigation from there.
  11. MRH

    Considering 2023 or 2024 RT Sea-to-Sky - some questions to help me decide/commit??

    I had a 2014, and loved my upgrade to a 2020 - essentially identical to the 2023. It's a similar but better ride, and it looks a lot better as an added bonus.
  12. MRH

    No Competition for Can Am

    I'm more concerned that they have a profitable market (and provide good service in return). With the RT, the two major changes were real upgrades, and I'm sure we will see a fourth model in a few years. I'd rather they keep their system simple and keep making Spyders. Fix what might need...
  13. MRH

    What could be the reason Bluetooth is disconnected? I'm so sad.

    When I first purchased my current RT-L in 2020, I gave up on using the BRP interface on day two or three - it was just far too unstable, badly designed, and lacked much of what I needed. I mount my phone to my handlebars and run that to my helmet, and it's a far better option for me in the real...
  14. MRH

    '22 RT glove box USB won't charge iPhone as GPS - any work around?

    Sometimes, occasionally, it's worth asking what might sound like a silly question. Can I assume the phone's screen and speaker are "off" (and you are using the BRP Connect)? That seems to be most of the drain. If some people are taking about the screen being on, and others not, that is large...
  15. MRH

    Spyder owners are stuck up - why is this so?? Please explain...

    Just one thought to add, the nature of riding a Spyder is that unless you are on a straightway, sometimes it's just too difficult to take your hands off the handlebars to wave. As to the rest of it, I wouldn't judge a group this large by the few riders who came to one specific ride.
  16. MRH

    Would appreciate any advice on Spyder General Maintenance Costs?

    Assuming it doesn't sit in the garage, I find I spend about 10 cents a mile at the end of the day, including some incidental upgrades. That said, being in SoCal, I have a better option for service than a typical dealer.
  17. MRH

    How do you secure your Helmets when leaving your bike?

    In the front, side or back compartments most of the time, but if those are full I use Lidlox (during the day - I take it in with me at night if it won't fit in the Spyder). Between the helmet and the communications system, I don't want to leave over a thousand dollars sitting on my seat for any...
  18. MRH

    To Choose a Blind Spot Mirror or a Blind Spot Detector - or Both?

    I want to come in here and re-ask the question. My car warns me of people in my blind spots, and while I never depend on it to tell me it's safe to change lanes, it certainly helps me see that isn't safe quickly. So, an electronic blind spot detector may be rather useful here, and if anybody...
  19. MRH

    2024 Models Are On the Can-Am Site

    Interestingly enough, CarPlay is the one thing I've felt was really missing, so I'm glad it was added on. I understand those of you who are use Android are disappointed, and I agree it should also be an option. I completely understand why there aren't major upgrades, but it really is long past...
  20. MRH

    Does this handlebar look factory standard for my 2021 RTL?

    After trying the riser, I just went all in and purchased the Helibars. Painful financially, but well worth it in the long run (and having kept the other bars, i can take them with me if I like). I toyed with them for a while (you'll have to get the torch right) until I found the right fit, and...
Back
Top