• 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. Drwerner

    Newbie questions! Trailer home tips, or fly/ride? Other Must knows?

    Hi Kahamom, welcome! As others have said - take it slow at first. When I got mine, someone told me I would not like it for 500 miles. they were pretty much dead on for me. Muscle memory from my BMW didn't help much. All the controls and switches were different, there wasn't a clutch and no...
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    David W

    Knowledgeable motorcyclist always willing to help a fellow biker. Find it on Map!
  3. Drwerner

    Two Issues With Stock Handlebars on 2021 RT Limited. Looking for advice.

    I bought the adjustable riser and like it. I also bought the domed carbon fiber trim pieces (example here https://wrapmyspyder.com/shop/dash-kits/2020-rt-domed-real-carbon-fiber-control-panel/) they are very nice and easy to install.
  4. Drwerner

    David W

    Always willing to assist a fellow motorcyclist Find it on Map!
  5. Drwerner

    HowTo: RT Passenger armrest drink holder install

    I took a different approach. I had already ordered a passenger drink holder from Slingmods - only to find out it is not compatible with eh passenger armrests. No worries, just drill the armrest to accept the 1" ball stud and viola! See below:
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    2021 Rear Trunk Lock

    Smoaks fix didn't work Step 1 - remove panel - piece of cake. Step 2 - note position of locking studs - as far back as possible. Step 3 - relocate them as far forward as possible - no engagement with trunk lid Step 4 - carefully extend slot the pins fit it to enable them to move more...
  7. Drwerner

    2021 Rear Trunk Lock

    Hi RICZ, I totally get it and do most of my own work as well. I installed all the farkles in my sig on my bike and it was really pretty easy. That said, when I had my Goldwing, it came with a faulty parking brake mechanism that left me stranded. I had to remove it. It was clearly bent from...
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    Spyder vs Goldwing passenger seating

    I had a 2018 GW Tour Airbag TRiO that I sold for a 21 RT Limited (due to knee issues). The Goldwing was better made and had more plush passenger accommodations. I purchased a heated comfort seat and added passenger armrests and my wife says she is very comfortable. The GW passenger area looks...
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    2021 Rear Trunk Lock

    Crap! I just tested my trunk and it opens easily locked or not. I attempted to relocate the pins and the slot they are in is not long enough for me to move them forward enough to get the latch to lock on to them. Yet another Can Am quality issue!! So, do I drive an ho0ur to the dealer to...
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    Comfort Cushion Material - any difference between Comfort Heated & S2S seats?

    I test rode a 21 Sea to Sky. I liked it. Except for the color. I didn't need the trunk removal cover or the luggage - and couldn't justify the extra cost for features I didn't need. I ordered a 21 RT Limited in Marsala Red/Black and love it. I put a Comfort seat on it and like it a lot...
  11. Drwerner

    Has anyone installed the LED floorboards on a 20-21 RT?

    For early production 2021, the GPS plug had reversed polarity. This was quickly identified and many manufactures provided a "reversal" wire to correct the polarity. I have a later model 2021, so my wires are fine. Here's the funny thing - I installed a SlingMods lightbar - and it didn't work...
  12. Drwerner

    How should I Wash my Spyder - 2020 RT?

    Dry. Get a foamer (https://www.chemicalguys.com/torq-snow-foam-blaster-r1/EQP323.html), use a wash mitt to wipe everything, rinse gently. Dry. Viola! If rain can get to it, soap won't hurt (though I do avoid soaking the speakers). :)
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    Strike 4 Against My Dealer

    It gets worse!! So, I finally get the left passenger armrest upright (when I ordered them they came with 2 right hand side armrest uprights). I installed the upright and then the left hand side armrest (horizontal part that the arm rests on) - and discovered it had a manufacturers defect...
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    Has anyone installed the LED floorboards on a 20-21 RT?

    I installed the OEM ones. I like them a lot. I love products from Slingmods, but "stick on" LEDs didn't seem as reliable to me. The job is not hard, just time consuming. There are a lot of panels to remove. The floorboards come off easily and you'll need to put the bike on ramps or a lift...
  15. Drwerner

    Does anyone use the Luggage inserts for the 2021 RT-S2S?

    I test road the Sea to Sky and liked it. I wasn't too crazy about the color and I knew I would never use the color-matched top case removal cover. I liked the seat. So I ended up with a 21 RT Limited in deep marsala red/black with a comfort seat. I purchased Hopnel luggage for it (at a very...
  16. Drwerner

    How old are you?

    Old enough to know better, but still too young to care :) Perhaps the better question is how old would you be if you didn't know how old you are? (PS, I'm 60, hard to believe!)
  17. Drwerner

    Maybe time for a new Battery?

    I bought a Lithium for my BMW. Loved it. Very light weight. Great power and good life if maintained properly. You'll need a proper charger and they fade a bit in the cold if you do a lot of cold weather riding. Anti Gravity now has a line of Lithium Re-Start batteries that are pretty...
  18. Drwerner

    What Loud Horns are available for Spyders?

    I had a Denali Soundbomb on my GS. I kept the stock horn and got a very loud and attention getting sound. It was wired so my driving lights (5000 lumens each) strobed when the horn went off. Good sound and good lighting is very important!
  19. Drwerner

    Garmin Zumo GPS where to mount?

    I used a handlebar ram mount with a short extension and positioned my Garmin XT so it sits evenly over the center of the handlebars. It is perfect. I use a Kradellock to lock the GPS mount and RAM extension. The Kradellock is very well made and very secure. I run the power wire to the stock...
  20. Drwerner

    Pedal Commander - and other musings

    Transitioning from 2-wheel bikes (BMW R1200 GS Adventure and 2018 Honda Goldwing Tour DCT, I was disappointed with the CanAm's performance and sporty feel. Sure, I can twist the throttle farther and faster - but it just didn't do it for me. After reading several reviews, I bought one...
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