My first mod.

[Bigmo]

Many more to come. Got the RT Dash mount from CNC Machine. I felt it was way to close to the dash, so I added a spacer and used longer screws. Much better and more space behind the bracket. Mounted my dash-cam on the mount but did not the use the RAM system. It looks too bulky. I made a small bracket that attaches directly to the mount "est voila". The camera is much closer the windshield. Also got the gadget with 12V cigarette lighter and two USB ports. (Walmart $13.66, delivered) Used 3M outdoor double stick tape. Solid like a rock. Now I can run a very short USB cord to power the camera. Finally to wire the power supply to the battery (10A fuse inline) I ran the wire, wrapped in heat shrink through the opening for the windshield arm. Plenty of space and ran the windshield up/down several time to make sure it doesn't bind. Perfect.
I did many mods on my former Goldwing so I have some know how.
Now, my next 2 projects is to replace the uggly horn, and put light in all storage compartments. I don't even know where the horn is located and how many plastic I have to remove to get to it.So, if anyone did this before, I can use a little help.

 

[pitzerwm]

I found that the RAM long mount is a much better way to use that MOD.

 

[UtahPete]

Now, my next 2 projects is to replace the uggly horn, and put light in all storage compartments. I don't even know where the horn is located and how many plastic I have to remove to get to it.So, if anyone did this before, I can use a little help.

Sorry, but I have to ask; if you don't know where the horn is located, how do you know it's ugly? :dontknow: And, if it's hidden, why does it matter? :yes:

 

[Lew L]

Horn

If you have a 2014 or newer the horn is located on the left side under a vent cover ( no tools necessary). I replaced my wimpya$$ stock horn with a Striebel horn. MUCH louder. THe Wolo horn is cheaper and almost as loud ( YES-- I've compared them side by sidenojoke) Which ever you choose-- use the relay kit to get full battery amperage and volume.

Lew L

 

[BazF]

First Mod

Mate, if you take a look where that cord is hanging, on first pic, the speaker cover.
You can cut a 1 inch (ish) hole there and mount your 12volt outlet inside, plenty of space.
It is neat and will look like a factory job.
Baz

 

[Bigmo]

Sorry, but I have to ask; if you don't know where the horn is located, how do you know it's ugly? :dontknow: And, if it's hidden, why does it matter? :yes:

You're a funny guy. By ugly, I mean the sound, not what it looks like. I don't even know where the darn thing is...

 

[Bigmo]

Mate, if you take a look where that cord is hanging, on first pic, the speaker cover.
You can cut a 1 inch (ish) hole there and mount your 12volt outlet inside, plenty of space.
It is neat and will look like a factory job.
Baz

You mean the speaker grill? The wire for the 12V is in the back and hardly visible, only a couple of inches are visible. I don't think I want cut on the speaker grill. If you have yours like that, please post a picture. I am new at the spyder (former Goldwing) and I'm sure I can learn from you guys.

 

[Bigmo]

If you have a 2014 or newer the horn is located on the left side under a vent cover ( no tools necessary). I replaced my wimpya$$ stock horn with a Striebel horn. MUCH louder. THe Wolo horn is cheaper and almost as loud ( YES-- I've compared them side by sidenojoke) Which ever you choose-- use the relay kit to get full battery amperage and volume.

Lew L

I intend to use a Wolo and yes, I intend to use a relay. I have a 2018 RT Limited, 3 weeks old bike. I suspect they may have changed the location. I opened the left and right side to do some other wiring but didn't notice a horn. May be someone on this board has the same bike and can help.

 

[Bigmo]

You mean the speaker grill? The wire for the 12V is in the back and hardly visible, only a couple of inches are visible. I don't think I want cut on the speaker grill. If you have yours like that, please post a picture. I am new at the spyder (former Goldwing) and I'm sure I can learn from you guys.

Well, I follow your suggestion and opened the speaker grill. No way, No how. There is no room at all to add anything. May be they re-designed the whole thing on the 2018.

 

[4 MARIE]

"late" 2017 and 2018s horn is located "on the bottom" on the right, forward side.

This we were told by a contributor, not my personal knowledge.

easiest way to ascertain where the horn is located is with your ears.

 

[Tyris]

Many more to come. Got the RT Dash mount from CNC Machine. I felt it was way to close to the dash, so I added a spacer and used longer screws. Much better and more space behind the bracket. Mounted my dash-cam on the mount but did not the use the RAM system. It looks too bulky. I made a small bracket that attaches directly to the mount "est voila". The camera is much closer the windshield. Also got the gadget with 12V cigarette lighter and two USB ports. (Walmart $13.66, delivered) Used 3M outdoor double stick tape. Solid like a rock. Now I can run a very short USB cord to power the camera. Finally to wire the power supply to the battery (10A fuse inline) I ran the wire, wrapped in heat shrink through the opening for the windshield arm. Plenty of space and ran the windshield up/down several time to make sure it doesn't bind. Perfect.
I did many mods on my former Goldwing so I have some know how.
Now, my next 2 projects is to replace the uggly horn, and put light in all storage compartments. I don't even know where the horn is located and how many plastic I have to remove to get to it.So, if anyone did this before, I can use a little help.

How well does the camera work shooting through the windshield?

 

[Bigmo]

How well does the camera work shooting through the windshield?

The camera works great. It has a wide angle lens and no distortion. I've got it mounted very close to the windshield.