• 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.

Are your CB transmissions clear??

D

dandan

New member
My buddy's RT Limited continues to have lots of static in his CB transmissions. According to him, my CB transmission to him from my Goldwing is clear as a bell, but his transmission to me has lots of noise in it that doesn't sound like wind noise. His transmission is clear when stopped but gets worse as he speeds up. I don't know any other Spyder riders personally that I can compare to.

Are your transmissions clear??
 
A few people have reported antenna problems which caused this. He should see his dealer.
 
Last edited:
It could well be wind noise if he is using a 3/4 or 1/2 helmet. I ride with a group of many brands. The only Spyder (RT) CB is poor at best. He uses a 3/4 with lots of wind noise. I wear a FF and it seems to be better, but does not come close to my Gold Wing and the other Wings in my crowd. The BRP autio system does not hold a candle to the Clarion system in the Wings. BRP needs additional R&D in audio.


:spyder2:
 
Are your CB transmissions clear?

A friend of mine tells me that I have wind noise when I talk. I need to figure out how to increase the volume because I can barely hear him when he talks. He has a BMW K1200GTL.
Reese
 
BIG RED 1 said:
It could well be wind noise if he is using a 3/4 or 1/2 helmet. I ride with a group of many brands. The only Spyder (RT) CB is poor at best. He uses a 3/4 with lots of wind noise. I wear a FF and it seems to be better, but does not come close to my Gold Wing and the other Wings in my crowd. The BRP autio system does not hold a candle to the Clarion system in the Wings. BRP needs additional R&D in audio.


:spyder2:
Click to expand...


We did switch from the BRP headsets to a J&M 629 Elite headset. J&M even made a custom lower cord that would accept earbuds for the Spyder. He hears much better with the earbuds and the transmission with J&M is better than the BRP setup.

His transmission doesn't sound like wind noise, it sounds like engine interference. I just think that for the price paid for the RT Limited the audio would be better. FYI - He does wear a HJC IS-33 3/4 helmet with visor.
 
ground

I was talking to another rider this weekend and mentioned my cb problem with noise and distance. He said his was cured by installing a better ground at the base of the antenna.Have not done this yet on mine.
 
I have not really had static issues with my CB, but my distance seems to be very limited. Within 1/2 mile, I can no longer talk to another. This seems to be extremely limited to me. My first thought was a ground plane issue but not sure. I have taken it back to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong with the unit. I am not sure what to do at this point. I do not use it much, but at times it is nice to be able to talk to others when traveling together.
 
BitSlayer said:
I have not really had static issues with my CB, but my distance seems to be very limited. Within 1/2 mile, I can no longer talk to another. This seems to be extremely limited to me. My first thought was a ground plane issue but not sure. I have taken it back to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong with the unit. I am not sure what to do at this point. I do not use it much, but at times it is nice to be able to talk to others when traveling together.
Click to expand...

Typically a 1/2 mile to a mile is top range for a motorcycle CB. I was told there is not enough ground plane for longer distance. When used as designed, while riding in a group, the range typically isn't an issue. Quite frankky, I really don't want to hear someone's chatter that's not in my group.

I do think the quality of the CB transmissions could be better on a $30K+ bike.
 
I have very little problem receiving a signal. My friends say I come in pretty clear. There is a volume adjustment in preferances for the CB. Also when your mike is away from you lips, the volume will drop way off while transmitting. It is true that the ground plane is very poor on cycles. Just think of the area that a trunk or car top offers to project the signal. I have heard them say that they can hear my engine noise when I key the mike some times. Also there is a local and distance setting in preferances also. Bob
 
I have had all the components replaced and its horrible at best. It is what it is and I just accept it.
 
Last edited:
I don't argue the ground plane discussion...I know it is important in ham radio. I suggest my Gold Wing Motor Trike has as little ground plane as BR1, but my Wing CB is twice the BRP CB. I offer that BRP does not have a quality CB like Honda. I have seldom heard a complaint from a GW owner...I had a 1500 before my 1800 and it's CB was even better than my present Wing.

There are several adjustments for the CB to increase the reception...like the precentage of audio going to the driver vs. passenger.... adjusting them carefully helped me.

:spyder2:
 
dandan said:
His transmission is clear when stopped but gets worse as he speeds up.

Are your transmissions clear??
Click to expand...

Exact same complaint was voiced about my transmissions on the way home from Durango.

I was wearing my helmet in it's optional 3/4 configuration. Cupping my mike with a gloved hand didn't make a noticeable change and I'm reasonably confident a gloved hand would have sufficiently blocked any wind disturbance.

CB's are finicky and as Scotty says. It may well be something as simple as the antenna installation.
 
Last edited:
CB transmission

I have posted several times the improvement found by myself, my dealer and BRP. First set the squelch and mic vol very low and the CB on local not distance for group riding. The dealer found that all of my CB related grounds were very loose, one only finger tight. Bad dealer set up! The ground plate up in the left front of the bike holds some sort of resistor and that was very loose and BRP believes that was the main cause of the transmission issue because it is so close to the plug wires etc. the unit seems to work so much better now. My major suggestion is to find either a GOLD or platinum dealer to work on your bike. They have a higher level of training and a better access and reimbursement from BRP
 
CN tranmission

I have a 2011 Rt SE5 and have problems with mine since we bought it. Was a Goldwinger for 13 years. No comparision to Goldwing. Have had same complaints form Goldwings when we ride with them. We hear them but theyt are just barely able to hear us. Have fooled around with settings but am not able to get the same quality as Goldwing. :yes::banghead:
 
As I have said before, my GW CB is much better than BR1....in all ways. I ride with the same group, usually 14-18 each Saturday. I normally sweep and the same person leads....we talk often on our CB's. He always mentions how much clearer and stronger my GW is vs BR1. My dealer tuned the SWR and checked all connections to insure it worked as designed. It is, and is poor at best. JMHO

:spyder2:
 
grounding is definitely the culprit it seems. too much plastic. the cb module is mounted to the plastic side bags area. I think most bikes the CB module is mounted to the frame. upgraded cb antenna to the J&M CB antenna. its nicer but did not fix problem.

got some improvement (reduced noise in transmission by say 25 to 305%) by grounding out the CB Module case itself! next step I need to do is check the grounding points (that EZ ED) mentioned nojoke


got the upgraded grounding straps and supposedly better shielded CB antenna cable (covered by BRP warranty). but that did not help. only grounding the cb module made a difference. hope to find some lose grounding points to get me further cleared up. definitely feed back from transmission or engine as it occurs as others say only when moving.

I am not a fan of reducing my transmission strength to LX local. why cant I run full strength?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Z
2015 F3S Oil Pump Failure, replaced, engine still ticking - any ideas on what component/s might have been damaged?
Replies
15
Views
814
Cobranut
Cobranut
BajaRon
Blue Light Special Anyone?
2
Replies
21
Views
1K
pauly1
P
blacklightning
492 mile day trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Replies
4
Views
1K
BLUEKNIGHT911
BLUEKNIGHT911
C
Is your F4 Customs Windshield any better than Stock? For Pillion too?
2
Replies
27
Views
3K
Peteoz
Peteoz
AndysF3S
Review: Comparison between new LS2 Advent X and 509 Delta Ignite Helmets
Replies
3
Views
1K
ARtraveler
ARtraveler
Back
Top