New to the Spyder Family

[blacklightning]

I have a modular, but for the summer, I usually wear a 3/4 helmet. As for storage, if you have the room, I would suggest looking into an enclosed trailer. That will allow for great dry storage, and the possibility of hauling if needed. Also, the resale will be pretty good if you should decide that you don't need it after a few years.

 

[LeftCoast]

Not sure about this but thanks for mentioning. I will search the forum, I am sure someone has already addressed what this is, why to do it and when.

Definately threads out there and not a whole lot of agreement on whether or not you should use one and pluses and minuses. I’m a new owner like you, bought my bike used, and use one somewhat randomly at the recommendation of the prior owner. You can get one on Amazon for less than $30.00.

 

[DGoebel]

+1 Battery Tender Jr. is my preference. Used whenever my spyder sits in the garage too long without riding, and each storage season.

 

[Triple B]

The type of helmet is a very personal item, and different people have different needs. I prefer the 1/2 helmet. I've used them for the past 20 years, and yes, I have had a couple of upsets while using them, but that has not deterred me. Sena make a very nice half helmet, with built in bluetooth sound capabilities...the Cavalry Helmet. Motorcycle Dave can tell you more about them. He is both a member and a sponsor on this site.

 

[cheska]

welcome

Needed a outside storage shed for the spyder. As space used was a concern I went with a bike barn. Small enough to move around
easily, I put plywood down as a floor over concrete. I thought It was pricy but after using I like that the spyder fits and its very easy to open and close. I used the dehumiditor they sell and a battery tender by running an extension cord under the opening. This is on
Vancouver Island BC where we get lots of rain. I also put a BRP half cover over the bike to keep it a little cleaner from dust. The bike barn is not completely air tight like a woodwn or metal shed. But again its made to utilize just enough outdoor space for the bike to fit nicely. Check your options this may not be what you need. As for helmets try lots of them on see what you like. Bob

 

[Deanna777]

Winter Storage

First of all :welcome: & :congrats:

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I usually store mine @ a Dealership ( From Oct. to April) they take care of it( it is
put it on a Deltran Battery Tender Jr. 12 Volt/ 750mA switches automatically from Charge to Float!) be sure to check with your insurance company about the storage.

Deanna

 

[Jarred]

I have a full face Scorpion, I like it but I’ll get a modular helmet next. It’s been very hot in NY!

i bought the Battery Tender Junior from Amazon. Works awesome (for one machine) and was much cheaper at Amazon vs local Auto Zone.

Good luck w storage, and Congrats on the new Spyder!

 

[WilderThomas]

Helmet Choices

A full face is by far the safest,check the helmet injury percentages on the helmets surface,the front and sides are the largest injury areas.
I get that halfs and opens give you more freedom but you buy a helmet to protect you.why exspose your face,nose,jaw etc to damage.
Modular are a good compromise for both if you flip them down in use.accidents are just that...you dont plan them.

A stepson of mine was riding his Yamaha 800 from his home in Hemet to his place of work in Riverside. He was clipped by what turned out to be a driver without a license, or insurance. Thrown about 30 feet, and suffered enough damage to his jaw that it had to be reconstructed. He was wearing a novelty helmet in the style of the German solider of WW2. He does have a full face helmet, but made the wrong choice that day. Had to go on medIcal leave, on what amounted to half pay. Unfortunately there was no compensation from the other driver.
A friend of mine writes for a motorcycle magazine, and comments that for in town cruising he wears a modular helmet, but on the highway, prefers a full face as they are safer than a modular, and definitely safer than a 3/4 helmet.