• 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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    I'm even more of a Spyder fan than I was before

    Three years ago I traded in my Honda Goldwing for a new Spyder. I had dropped the Goldwing twice in two weeks and both times needed help to get it upright, so I decided that as I was approaching 80 years old I probably should give up on riding a 900 plus pound motorcycle and go to 3 wheels. I...
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    First ride of the season

    Yesterday was surprisingly warm, temps in the high 50's, so I was able to get out for my first ride of the season. I missed most of the fall riding months because my RT was sitting at the dealer awaiting a part, and by the time the bike was fixed it was mid December. So yesterday was the first...
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    Thinking of getting a floor jack - how hard is it to find the right place to lift?

    I'm still looking for an easy solution to adding air to the rear tire on my RT. I'm thinking of getting an inexpensive floor jack from Harbor Freight, thinking if I an raise the bike up a bit, enough to easily turn the rear wheel, I should be able to take care of adding air more easily. My...
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    Where is the best spot for Jack placement?

    Where would be the safest spot to place a floor jack under an RT to raise it a bit to make it easier to get to the rear tire stem?
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    Ramp for rear wheel to make adding air easier

    I was thinking about getting a portable ramp that I could keep in my garage, to use as means of making it easier to add air to the rear tire. I'm not if riding the wheel up on to the ramp might end up scraping the front end. Wondering if anyone here has tried it, and if so, what specific ramp...
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    Bummed out waiting for a part

    A month ago today I dropped off my Spyder at the local CanAm dealer (where I have had no complaints whatsoever about their service in the 3 years that I have owned my 2021 RT). My Spyder had gone into "Limp Home mode" and it turned out it was due to a faulty speed sensor. Now, a month later...
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    Absence makes the heart grow fonder - I miss my Spyder!

    I think this is true for motorcycles. I had to bring my Spyder RT to the shop almost two weeks ago, and I am still waiting for it. Took over a week before they could look at it, and now am awaiting a part. I have another bike, a fun little Royal Enfield Hunter 350, but I find that I really miss...
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    My Problem Free time with the RT is over!

    In the first 3 years of owning the RT, bought new in 2021, I had not had a single problem. That ended about 2 weeks ago when out for a normal ride, suddenly the bike went into "Limp Home Mode" with several warning lights flashing on the screen including a warning "VSS failure". I was able to...
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    Anyone have an idea about why my Tail-Lights are Staying on?

    An odd occurrence today. After an hour's ride and the engine shut off, the tail-lights remained on. I tried several times turning the key to on and then off again, and each time the tail-lights stayed on. I waited several minutes and the tail-lights did not go off. So I re-started the bike (2021...
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    If only the Japanese made a reverse trike...

    I have had great luck with my 2021 RT, with the only service needed was oil changes after 6,000 miles. But most of my decades of riding I have been a big fan of Japanese motorcycles, particularly Honda (although I did stray to Triumph for a few years). And as pleased as I am with my Canadian...
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    Can-Am does some things right, others not so much

    I love my RT and have never regretted buying it. I prefer the ride to my last ride, a Goldwing. But Can-Am needs to do better with some things. BRP sucks and a foolproof Apple Car Play should be standard. A better designed gas tank is needed. Yesterday the pump clicked with 3.0 gallons put it...
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    I may have to forfeit my "motorcyclist" membership card!

    I really, really enjoy riding my Spyder RT. But I must admit that deep down I know it is not a "real" motorcycle. And in some ways that is a very good thing. The stability and comfort of my Spyder far exceeds what I used to feel on the biggest and best motorcycle that I had ever owned, a Honda...
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    At what mileage did you buy your first set of replacement tires?

    I've had my 2021 RT for almost 3 years, and I'm just short of 12,000 miles. I plan on getting an appointment for an oil change and service and wondered about tires. The two front ones look like they are still brand new. The rear tire looks a bit worn but still has what appears to be a lot of...
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    Editing signature block

    Please remind me how to edit my signature block in my profile.
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    Have you seen the Outrageous cost of Spyder accessories!?!

    I occasionally get emails from Can Am, as I sure most of you do. Normally I just delete them without reading them, but today's email was about luggage accessories. I have an RT, not an RTL, and while between the frunk and the side cases I have never needed more storage room, I thought it might...
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    Has anyone with a '21+ Spyder got a Baja Ron anti sway bar? Worth it?

    I keep reading about people making this change but wonder if it is really only the older Spyders that need it. My 2021 seems to take curves just fine. Of course I am steering rather than leaning but that is the nature of these 3 wheel vehicles. I'm curious is anyone with a 2021 or newer Spyder...
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    Belt cover/guard: needed or not?

    I've had my RT for over 2 years now, and have read on this website plus elsewhere that without a cover on the exposed drive belt there is a chance of having gravel or other debris from the road get caught in the belt. Is this a real worry or not?
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    Completed my semi annual "lie on my back and add air to the rear tire" routine

    Completed my semi annual "lie on my back and add air to the rear tire" routine The other day I went through this routine to get my 2021 RT ready to ride. With the FOBO2 TPMS caps, and by starting out with a tire pressure a bit higher than what CanAm recommends, I have found that I can possibly...
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    Last ride of the season

    Two days ago I got out for a nice ride, and I think that it may have been the last ride for the season. Temps are down to the 40's, so while I certainly could ride, I find its just not much fun when it gets colder than about 55 degrees. Of course after a few months of winter, a 50 degree Spring...
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    Do you own another motorcycle besides your Spyder?

    I truly love my Spyder, and have not regretted for a moment trading in my magnificent Honda Goldwing for the 3 wheel Spyder. But I found that while I love the ride of the Spyder, sometimes I miss the two wheel experience. I now own a Royal Enfield Hunter 350. It is not nearly as capable, as fast...
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