Parking in public...

[pro10is]

People, especially kids, will sit on a parked Spyder because it looks stable, friendly, and inviting, unlike a motorcycle on a kickstand. Often the curiosity of both children and adults overcomes their common sense and they'll be compelled to jump on for a minute just to see what it feels like to be so fortunate to ride one. The vast majority mean no harm and do it out of admiration of the Spyder. Although they momentarily lacked the common sense not to touch someone else's property they truly meant no harm and don't deserve to be yelled at or threatened (or worse) if you catch them. C'mon folks were all Spyder ambassadors.

Because the Spyder looks so inviting all owners should be fully aware that it's human nature for others to be very tempted to sit on it. Don't you remember the first time you saw a Spyder? So if you don't want this to happen you need to take some action to prevent it beforehand. I think the best solution is the inexpensive and very easy to use Nelson-Rigg half cover. In my experience it completely resolves the problem. It takes less than a minute to put on or take off and it stuffs easily in the trunk taking little space. There are other solutions such as alarms or just a sign.

If you find someone sitting on your Spyder you're as much to blame as them because you knew it could happen and you could have easily prevented it. If you then proceed to tear them a new one then you're the one far more out of line. Violence, physical or verbal is never the right solution.

To all who disagreed with my post above, you're missing the point. You know (or now know) that there is a problem with people who will try to sit on your Spyder when it's unattended for whatever reason, call them stupid, disrespectful, ignorant, or whatever you want, it doesn't change the fact that it's going to happen.

If you know this will happen and you do absolutely nothing about it then you're part of the problem especially when there are simple solutions. You can get all worked up about it your righteous indignation and vow to kick their sorry asses when you catch them but this solves nothing, and in fact sets up a hateful confrontation that can lead to violence. Is that any way to resolve problems?

It's your bike and it's your responsibility to protect it. If anyone seriously expects everyone in the world to stay away from it just because they should know better then they're being awfully naive. You can continue to complain, blame others, and act the victim, or you can take responsibility and come up with a plan because unless you have a plan to prevent it, it will just keep on happening. Your plan should be proactive, not reactive. Don't wait until the problem happens, stop it from happening in the first place.

So if the purpose of this thread is to find a solution then look to an alarm, a cover, or suggest something else. If the purpose is just to complain, then flame away. But please stop being so hateful, you're Spyder riders and good people, not Hell's Angels. There's more than enough bad asses ruining the world, we can be better than that.

 

[zrc]

To all who disagreed with my post above, you're missing the point. You know (or now know) that there is a problem with people who will try to sit on your Spyder when it's unattended for whatever reason, call them stupid, disrespectful, ignorant, or whatever you want, it doesn't change the fact that it's going to happen.

If you know this will happen and you do absolutely nothing about it then you're part of the problem especially when there are simple solutions. You can get all worked up about it your righteous indignation and vow to kick their sorry asses when you catch them but this solves nothing, and in fact sets up a hateful confrontation that can lead to violence. Is that any way to resolve problems?

It's your bike and it's your responsibility to protect it. If anyone seriously expects everyone in the world to stay away from it just because they should know better then they're being awfully naive. You can continue to complain, blame others, and act the victim, or you can take responsibility and come up with a plan because unless you have a plan to prevent it, it will just keep on happening. Your plan should be proactive, not reactive. Don't wait until the problem happens, stop it from happening in the first place.

So if the purpose of this thread is to find a solution then look to an alarm, a cover, or suggest something else. If the purpose is just to complain, then flame away. But please stop being so hateful, you're Spyder riders and good people, not Hell's Angels. There's more than enough bad asses ruining the world, we can be better than that.

I have an alarm and a stick like the one Tonya Harding used on Nancy Kerrigan, and read around on other comments by me, Im about some negative re-enforcement. My girlfriend is like super cute, should I make her wear full body clothing so guys dont hit on her in front of me, cause that happens, and I work hard not to let it end in violence. But your right its my fault, I let her go out in tank tops and shorts. :lecturef_smilie: :wrong:

 

[Firefly]

Pertaining to kids.... I 100% blame the PARENTS.

The Spyder is a magnet.. and a kid might try and climb on it.. because yes it is stable, etc.... but the PARENT needs to control their little freaking monsters better.

 

[zrc]

Pertaining to kids.... I 100% blame the PARENTS.

The Spyder is a magnet.. and a kid might try and climb on it.. because yes it is stable, etc.... but the PARENT needs to control their little freaking monsters better.

I agree with Firefly here, someone write this down.

 

[Firefly]

Or one could install land mines around the spyder......(really.. I'm kidding guys.. don't want someone really doing that)

 

[cearley]

Hmmm, I'm, thinking about a remote controlled stun gun being wired into the seat. Imagine the laughs you could have. I remember a few years back Mercedes Benz having a security feature like this as a theft deterrent.

 

[Huntindawg1962]

If Teddy could show the proper way to ride - this would deter it too

 

[DynamoBT]

Does anyone know if the newer Nelson Rigg RS cover with the expanding pocket for the windscreen will fit over the CHAD windshield? And I've even considered the RT half cover for my RS because of the CHAD. What do people think of either of these options??

 

[vampyregirl]

I think I shall make a sign for the safety card flap: Keep Your Butt Off MY Bike!!

And put the seat cover on it....

I have answered plenty of questions about my Spyder, but no one has ever asked me if they could sit on it... Except my neighbor. That was fine! He owns a Yamaha....and was taught properly by his parents..... :thumbup:

 

[chickridin]

People, especially kids, will sit on a parked Spyder because it looks stable, friendly, and inviting, unlike a motorcycle on a kickstand. Often the curiosity of both children and adults overcomes their common sense and they'll be compelled to jump on for a minute just to see what it feels like to be so fortunate to ride one. The vast majority mean no harm and do it out of admiration of the Spyder. Although they momentarily lacked the common sense not to touch someone else's property they truly meant no harm and don't deserve to be yelled at or threatened (or worse) if you catch them. C'mon folks were all Spyder ambassadors.

Because the Spyder looks so inviting all owners should be fully aware that it's human nature for others to be very tempted to sit on it. Don't you remember the first time you saw a Spyder? So if you don't want this to happen you need to take some action to prevent it beforehand. I think the best solution is the inexpensive and very easy to use Nelson-Rigg half cover. In my experience it completely resolves the problem. It takes less than a minute to put on or take off and it stuffs easily in the trunk taking little space. There are other solutions such as alarms or just a sign.

If you find someone sitting on your Spyder you're as much to blame as them because you knew it could happen and you could have easily prevented it. If you then proceed to tear them a new one then you're the one far more out of line. Violence, physical or verbal is never the right solution.

So, you're saying it's ok for them to do this??? I think not! :gaah: Maybe you don't care but I certainly do! I paid good money for my bike and I work hard to make my payments, and until someone else offers to help me with those payments they NOBODY is going to sit on it unless I say so!!
So, with your thinking, I can be sitting here reading on SPYDERLOVERS with my front door open and have someone walk into my house uninvited because they saw a picture on my wall that they liked and wanted to get a closer look at it and and that would be my fault???? You don't make any sense. :hun: My fault that I bought a nice, but different, 3 wheeler that people can't keep their hand off huh? :banghead:
You're right, violence doesn't solve anything, but, my loud voice can. :doorag:

I'm not trying to pick a fight at all, but you're way off the plank with this one!! :trike:

 

[Huntindawg1962]

So, you're saying it's ok for them to do this??? I think not! :gaah: Maybe you don't care but I certainly do! I paid good money for my bike and I work hard to make my payments, and until someone else offers to help me with those payments they NOBODY is going to sit on it unless I say so!!
So, with your thinking, I can be sitting here reading on SPYDERLOVERS with my front door open and have someone walk into my house uninvited because they saw a picture on my wall that they liked and wanted to get a closer look at it and and that would be my fault???? You don't make any sense. :hun: My fault that I bought a nice, but different, 3 wheeler that people can't keep their hand off huh? :banghead:
You're right, violence doesn't solve anything, but, my loud voice can. :doorag:

I'm not trying to pick a fight at all, but you're way off the plank with this one!! :trike:

Chickridin - I get the point Pro10 was making after his second post - not that we should accept or condone it - but knowing it happens (or is increased in its potential ) means we may want to take some prevention action and by not doing so, you may have to deal with more of it. (the reactions part is personalized IMO)

 

[Kratos]

I want a voice activation to happen when they get close....."Back away from the Spyder, you have been warned" :clap: And watch there eyes go.....:shocked:

 

[Tazzel]

I learned first hand about how protective people are with their Spyders. I had recencly purchased my RS SE5 at the dealer. Was at the dealer a few weeks later with my Spyder and another RS pulled in with a handlebar riser installed. I told him I had just purchased a RS and asked respectfully if I could set on his to get a feel for what the riser felt like. The answer was NO. It took me back a few seconds, a little embarassed but figured, he must have his reasons.

 

[Cruzr Joe]

ZRC

Could you post photos of her in shorts and a tank top? Just for informational purposes only!!! ( doing a survey )

Joe


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[DR Buck]

BRP should include one of these with each new Spyer. It will solve both the "sitting on" and theft problems. :roflblack:

 

[pro10is]

So, you're saying it's ok for them to do this??? I think not! :gaah: Maybe you don't care but I certainly do! I paid good money for my bike and I work hard to make my payments, and until someone else offers to help me with those payments they NOBODY is going to sit on it unless I say so!!
So, with your thinking, I can be sitting here reading on SPYDERLOVERS with my front door open and have someone walk into my house uninvited because they saw a picture on my wall that they liked and wanted to get a closer look at it and and that would be my fault???? You don't make any sense. :hun: My fault that I bought a nice, but different, 3 wheeler that people can't keep their hand off huh? :banghead:
You're right, violence doesn't solve anything, but, my loud voice can. :doorag:

I'm not trying to pick a fight at all, but you're way off the plank with this one!! :trike:

Reductio ad absurdum

 

[Bob Denman]

BRP should include one of these with each new Spyer. It will solve both the "sitting on" and theft problems. :roflblack:

Oh... You mean the FRUNK monkey! :2thumbs:
:roflblack:

 

[vampyregirl]

Oh... You mean the FRUNK monkey! :2thumbs:
:roflblack:

I don't know.....

I'm thinking it would be kinda hard to fold him up that small so I could still put my backpack in there for work.... :roflblack::roflblack:

 

[spyderraven]

To all who disagreed with my post above, you're missing the point. You know (or now know) that there is a problem with people who will try to sit on your Spyder when it's unattended for whatever reason, call them stupid, disrespectful, ignorant, or whatever you want, it doesn't change the fact that it's going to happen.

If you know this will happen and you do absolutely nothing about it then you're part of the problem especially when there are simple solutions. You can get all worked up about it your righteous indignation and vow to kick their sorry asses when you catch them but this solves nothing, and in fact sets up a hateful confrontation that can lead to violence. Is that any way to resolve problems?

It's your bike and it's your responsibility to protect it. If anyone seriously expects everyone in the world to stay away from it just because they should know better then they're being awfully naive. You can continue to complain, blame others, and act the victim, or you can take responsibility and come up with a plan because unless you have a plan to prevent it, it will just keep on happening. Your plan should be proactive, not reactive. Don't wait until the problem happens, stop it from happening in the first place.

So if the purpose of this thread is to find a solution then look to an alarm, a cover, or suggest something else. If the purpose is just to complain, then flame away. But please stop being so hateful, you're Spyder riders and good people, not Hell's Angels. There's more than enough bad asses ruining the world, we can be better than that.

I get and understand your point.... its a difficult balance because the people who "tread" without regard will never learn if not told and if everyone who has common respect always bends over and is the only side to make adjustments we would spend the rest of our lives having to constantly adjust for those who do not consider anyone but themselves.... vicious cycle really.

I have so far only found one person sitting on my bike when I came out of a walmart and it went like this:
Came out with bags in my hands one kid about 18years dumb and his 3 buddies standing around before I made it to the bike at about 10 yards away I said "you need to get off my bike before I get there" they kinda looked at me shocked and started to walk away mum-baling I got in front of them and stopped them and said "hey wait a minute.. look you just don't jump on someones bike you may think its no big deal but people work hard for there things and as far as I know walking out of the story you may have malicious intent and or damage the bike... now... im out here Ill introduce myself and you introduce yourself and then you can all sit on it take pictures and ask questions and I have no problems with that at all" they stood there kinda stunned then the one sitting apologized and we ended up talking for a good 30 mins about the bike and I left with no damage and maybe they learned and wont do it again.

 

[spyderraven]

All this reminds me of a guitarist in a band I used to play with....
He had a sign that he always put next to his guitar anytime he walked away it was pretty big and laminated


If YOU do not own this guitar
YOU do not play this guitar

P.s. YOU do not own this guitar