Anyone install a gear/shift indicator?

[Tierhog]

It's so sunny down here that it's hard to see and I have to look down and low to notice the gear if I forget. Perhaps where the BRP logo is between M and S buttons? Whatcha think?

 

[Jeriatric]

It's so sunny down here that it's hard to see and I have to look down and low to notice the gear if I forget. Perhaps where the BRP logo is between M and S buttons? Whatcha think?View attachment 49098

Just look at your Tach.........if it's ABOVE 5 and below 9K........you're OK :thumbup:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

THIS INDICATOR

I'd buy one in a heartbeat, if it overode the STUPID fault message that BRP has programmed into the Nanny.....In my opinion I can't understand why BRP doesn't think you would like to know what gear you are in is beyond my comprehension.....this is because my fault message is false ...nothing is actually wrong....the Nanny only thinks there is ?????.....Do you know if this INDICATOR will tell you the gear even if the Nanny isn't ????.......Also who sells it and where can you get it...????.....Thanks.......Mike....:thumbup:

 

[NancysToy]

I'd buy one in a heartbeat, if it overode the STUPID fault message that BRP has programmed into the Nanny.....In my opinion I can't understand why BRP doesn't think you would like to know what gear you are in is beyond my comprehension.....this is because my fault message is false ...nothing is actually wrong....the Nanny only thinks there is ?????.....Do you know if this INDICATOR will tell you the gear even if the Nanny isn't ????.......Also who sells it and where can you get it...????.....Thanks.......Mike....:thumbup:

Why don't you just get your Gear Position Sensor replaced? The rest of our Spyders tell us the gear just fine.

 

[Tierhog]

Sorry about your dilemma Blue. Nothing is wrong with my instrumentation, I was simply pointing out that when the sun is to your back or when wearing polarized or dark glasses, looking towards the bottom of the panel away from road is less desirable. The brp badge location would be perfect IMHO for an aftermarket indicator with a bright number indicator close to your viewing area. The riser increases the workload too. Might be a mod worth doing on the RS. Will keep you posted.

 

[texasride]

Why don't you just get your Gear Position Sensor replaced? The rest of our Spyders tell us the gear just fine.

Learn to count to 5 not that hard 1'2'3'4'5 then down 5'4'3'2'1 then r if needed lol

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

GEAR POSITION SENSOR ?

Scotty, thanks for your help on this...the reason I haven't done this is I am pretty sure it isn't broken. It usually takes about an hour of riding before this happens and then every code the Spyder has goes off...except for the Limp mode.....and since my X-dealer is less than competant and dis-honest to boot it's not likely I'm going there.....and TEXASRIDE try this out, put a piece of tape over the area that shows what gear you are in.....SEE HOW THAT WORKS FOR YOU.....Then you can report back wether you liked it or not !!!!!!!.........Ride Safe ....Mike.....:thumbup:

 

[bruiser]

Why don't you just get your Gear Position Sensor replaced? The rest of our Spyders tell us the gear just fine.

:agree:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

DEAR BRUISER

Why don't you read post # 7. Then maybe you will have a better understanding of this problem before you ***********, ********** Thanks again Mike

 

[Firefly]

Scotty, thanks for your help on this...the reason I haven't done this is I am pretty sure it isn't broken. It usually takes about an hour of riding before this happens and then every code the Spyder has goes off...except for the Limp mode.....and since my X-dealer is less than competant and dis-honest to boot it's not likely I'm going there.....and TEXASRIDE try this out, put a piece of tape over the area that shows what gear you are in.....SEE HOW THAT WORKS FOR YOU.....Then you can report back wether you liked it or not !!!!!!!.........Ride Safe ....Mike.....:thumbup:

Many times the Gear Position Sensor just needs to be moved a bit and tightened down. It's only about an $80 part if memory serves and you could change it yourself if you do other maintenance. I don't believe it requires a BUDS hook up to do.

I feel your frustration, but I think you're being a bit unreasonable. BRP designed it to display the gear-- and it works quite well..... if you're refusing to take it in and get it fixed (it should be covered under warranty BTW - mine was) --- then I'm not sure how you can really blame BRP......

Not sure where you live--- but if you were close I'd meet you and change it for ya....

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

THE SENSOR ? PROBLEM

Many times the Gear Position Sensor just needs to be moved a bit and tightened down. It's only about an $80 part if memory serves and you could change it yourself if you do other maintenance. I don't believe it requires a BUDS hook up to do.

I feel your frustration, but I think you're being a bit unreasonable. BRP designed it to display the gear-- and it works quite well..... if you're refusing to take it in and get it fixed (it should be covered under warranty BTW - mine was) --- then I'm not sure how you can really blame BRP......

Not sure where you live--- but if you were close I'd meet you and change it for ya....

I don't understand ...if I have a broken /or faulty sensor why does it take the computer an hour to figure this out on a consistant basis ?, and why do I get all the codes ( flashing neutral, check engine, flashing reverse, "E", DPS, VSS etc. but not the "LIMP MODE",) and yet the Spyder runs perfectly fine. I have had Two different dealers put my Spyder on the " BUDS" and both said.....Nothing wrong...nothing in the memory.....please deposit $175 and leave we have other customers with cash we plan to take........Mike.....:yikes:
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[mastertek2000]

my 2012 RS has one in instrument panel

 

[texasride]

Wow touch a nerve I have ridden many mc that did not show what gear you are in this is not,rocket science gee lighten up due you gona stroke out .

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree:... But we all can understand how a little bit of frustration can get folks on edge...
hang in there Mike! Whatever's going on in there has an easy fix to it! :thumbup:

 

[NancysToy]

I don't understand ...if I have a broken /or faulty sensor why does it take the computer an hour to figure this out on a consistant basis ?, and why do I get all the codes ( flashing neutral, check engine, flashing reverse, "E", DPS, VSS etc. but not the "LIMP MODE",) and yet the Spyder runs perfectly fine. I have had Two different dealers put my Spyder on the " BUDS" and both said.....Nothing wrong...nothing in the memory.....please deposit $175 and leave we have other customers with cash we plan to take........Mike.....:yikes:
:yikes: :yikes:

Often the problems with the GPS don't appear until the unit gets real hot, which would explain your delay. Wiring problems can work the same way, so I wouldn't rule out that, either. A battery or ground issue could trigger such problems. Many faults will trigger other faults in related systems, as the first fault shuts down those systems. BUDS should tell the sequence, though. Your lack of a BUDS trail is odd, and needs to be investigated. If I were you, I would contact BRP Customer Service to discuss the problem. They can put you in touch with their tech experts, who can then instruct the dealer on what to look for. It is fortunate you are not getting limp mode, but this still is a problem that needs to be cured. I can understand your frustration, and your anger at being charged for the diagnosis of what should be warranty issues, but I hope you have the persistence and patience to get this problem addressed and repaired. You will like your Spyder much better if you do.

 

[Firefly]

If your dealer is charging you for hooking up to buds and clearing / checking codes--- then I'd find a new dealer!

 

[Bob Denman]

:agree: one-hundred percent! :gaah:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

SENSOR ISSUES

If your dealer is charging you for hooking up to buds and clearing / checking codes--- then I'd find a new dealer!

Fly, I live in Vermont and I know of only TWO dealers. In my original Post about this I didn't accurately describe what I was annoyed with BRP about. It wasn't the fact that I was getting a WARNING, It was that they put it in place of the GEAR numbers......Why couldn't they have put it somewhere else was all I meant......AND TEXASRIDE IF YOU CAN'T BE HELPFUL .....SHUT YOUR TRAP......I love my Spyder and do not intend to get rid of it because I can"t see what gear I'm in.....So there.....:gaah:...:agree:....Thankyou to those who know what Spyderlover's is all about......Mike.......and Scotty I will try to track down the codes when they are active.....should I do this immed.while the spyder is running ?

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

FOOTNOTE TO SENSOR ISSUES

Approximately a year and one half ago I had all the same problems as previously stated above...This is something I have posted as " my Phanthom Codes Issues ". At the reccomendation of an excellent mechanic who I trust, I took apart every electrical connection, fuse, relay, ground, etc. cleaned them...wiped them with acetone...then swabbed them with di-electric grease before re-assembly.....I did this one at a time so I wouldn't screw it up when I re-assembled.....Well all my code problems stopped for 1 1/2 years, untill just recently.....and you are right Bob about frustrating.....The only saving thing here is I'm so used to seeing my instument panel lit up like a Christmas tree I just drive on.....I just wish BRP had located the " ERROR " message somewhere else.......Thanks again for the help and sympathy......Mike....:thumbup::thumbup:

 

[NancysToy]

Fly, I live in Vermont and I know of only TWO dealers. In my original Post about this I didn't accurately describe what I was annoyed with BRP about. It wasn't the fact that I was getting a WARNING, It was that they put it in place of the GEAR numbers......Why couldn't they have put it somewhere else was all I meant......AND TEXASRIDE IF YOU CAN'T BE HELPFUL .....SHUT YOUR TRAP......I love my Spyder and do not intend to get rid of it because I can"t see what gear I'm in.....So there.....:gaah:...:agree:....Thankyou to those who know what Spyderlover's is all about......Mike.......and Scotty I will try to track down the codes when they are active.....should I do this immed.while the spyder is running ?

I get the gist of your worries now. Having part of the display disappear is inconvenient, to say the least. Still, you should never be seeing "R" at all while in a forward gear or neutral. I still think the GPS is wonky. Given your previous problem with phantom codes, I'd suspect wiring issues again. A second cleaning and application of dielectric grease could help. I'd certainly contact BRP Customer Support and explain that the previous issue has reappeared. If the specify (and authorize) the fix and contact the dealer, it usually goes better. Hopefully they will ask for a wiring harness replacement.

You can get the codes while running...in fact you should get them ASAP while they are active and the warnings are active. For ammunition, I'd take a pic of the warning(s) on the display, then take pics of the fault codes or the blank screen if there are none. That will help in the diagnosis. You may even want to email them to BRP customer service.