How many of you ride a lot with a passenger on your GS/RS spyder? I'm going to guess a backrest is a much, I recently got into a relationship and want to take my spyder to a few spots when i go on vacation and take the girlfriend along, But i doubt there will be enough room in the frunk, whats the best way to remedy this problem? Will saddle bags hold enough luggage for 2 people? I really don't want to take a cage there.
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Laila's Dad
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I've never took a trip with my wife on the spyder so my answer is only a guess...I would assume that the frunk, side bags(even cheap ones, not necessarily BRP ones) and maybe a back pack should cover your needs. You may have to wash a few things before you return home.
bullant12
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Unless you are going to a formal event, I would not worry. If you have saddlebags, one for you and one for the GF, plus the frunk for the mixed items, is enough for a long weekend. Simplfy your wardrove by taking 1 or 2 pairs of pants, a few shirts and a pair of shoes (boot and those would be the riding ones), and of course the essencial undies and socks.
I would say a back rest is an absolutely necessity for your co rider , depending on how long of a day/ miles you plan on. As far as packing space that depends on what you feel is absolutely necessary to have with you and for how long you will be travelling. I have worked very hard on my wife to pack light and leave the extra pair of shoes home. I have added a trailer hitch so I can now put a rack on and carry an extra bag along, she is happier now. A friend has a RT limited and he and his girl friend packed for a week and she was new to riding a motorcycle.
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
A back rest is a good idea for a trip with a passenger on an RS. The suggestions about packing light are also good ones. If you forget something, there is always WalMart or similar. Enjoy your trip. :thumbup:
rlynchtx
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Wife and I have taken weekend trips on our RS and the Givi bags plus frunk worked great. Backrest for passenger is really good, but there isn't enough room to comfortably have a driver's rest too (at least that's what my wife felt when we tried one on our RS). I installed the peg extensions for wife too, so she'd have a bit more leg room. All's good here.
Bob Ledford
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Packing and equipping for a trip
Tripping on any bike can make or tear up any relationship quickly. Start out with a weekend outing with a remain over night (RON) for the first couple of trips.
1. Get yourselves some as thin, strong and waterproof as possible overnight soft sided luggage. I used camoflage nylon waterproof zipper gym bags from the PX when I was riding before we got married. Now we continue to use the same bags and zip lock multisize freezer bags to pack things like socks, drawers, shirts, jeans, personal hyigene gear in.
2. When packing roll everything that is large up as tightly as possible and as smoothly as possible. You will have to experiment with this a lot. Another thing to consider is finding a seasoned back country back packer hiker to give you some packing tips and guidance.
3. Keep the clean stuff in seperate bags for obivous reasons. Do this when you start out then when your clean stuff reaches midway seperate the clean and dorty into a clean mixed sex bag and the dirty into the remaining bag. That simplifies life a great deal at least it did for us.
4. When packing zip lock stuff squeeze as much air out the bag as posible when sealing it up.
5. We used to pack the bike in the following sequence, 1988 GW, left sadle bag was mine, right bag was hers, travel trunk inside was community stuff helmets, gloves, jackets, camera and snacks. Outside the travel trunk on a rack was a waterproof bag with rain suits (2) and bike cover full coverage.
6. With the Spyder we have yet to do our first RON trip but since the right saddle bag will hold only her purse. Don't ask whats in it but it weighs a freaking ton. The first trip will probably be short and the second trip will be to order an RT-622 with trailer hitch.
7. You might want to consider some straps used by outdoors people to compress their load called "compression straps." We accumulated these in several sizes and they are really handy.
8 Consider what your going to be doing during your trip and forget looking sharp and chic. Consider thinking comfortable, cool or warm and dry not wet. Those second story jeans or sprayed on ones can get mighty uncomfortable after 6 to 8 hours of riding. Same goes for shoes or boots!
Have fun and tell us how it went when you finally get around tuit.
Tripping on any bike can make or tear up any relationship quickly. Start out with a weekend outing with a remain over night (RON) for the first couple of trips.
1. Get yourselves some as thin, strong and waterproof as possible overnight soft sided luggage. I used camoflage nylon waterproof zipper gym bags from the PX when I was riding before we got married. Now we continue to use the same bags and zip lock multisize freezer bags to pack things like socks, drawers, shirts, jeans, personal hyigene gear in.
2. When packing roll everything that is large up as tightly as possible and as smoothly as possible. You will have to experiment with this a lot. Another thing to consider is finding a seasoned back country back packer hiker to give you some packing tips and guidance.
3. Keep the clean stuff in seperate bags for obivous reasons. Do this when you start out then when your clean stuff reaches midway seperate the clean and dorty into a clean mixed sex bag and the dirty into the remaining bag. That simplifies life a great deal at least it did for us.
4. When packing zip lock stuff squeeze as much air out the bag as posible when sealing it up.
5. We used to pack the bike in the following sequence, 1988 GW, left sadle bag was mine, right bag was hers, travel trunk inside was community stuff helmets, gloves, jackets, camera and snacks. Outside the travel trunk on a rack was a waterproof bag with rain suits (2) and bike cover full coverage.
6. With the Spyder we have yet to do our first RON trip but since the right saddle bag will hold only her purse. Don't ask whats in it but it weighs a freaking ton. The first trip will probably be short and the second trip will be to order an RT-622 with trailer hitch.
7. You might want to consider some straps used by outdoors people to compress their load called "compression straps." We accumulated these in several sizes and they are really handy.
8 Consider what your going to be doing during your trip and forget looking sharp and chic. Consider thinking comfortable, cool or warm and dry not wet. Those second story jeans or sprayed on ones can get mighty uncomfortable after 6 to 8 hours of riding. Same goes for shoes or boots!
Have fun and tell us how it went when you finally get around tuit.
MikeinGA
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My wife travel a lot together and I have the BRP saddle bags and back rest plus a round T-Bag and a tank bag. We pack for a week or less, more than a week we need to wash some clothes.
Mike
Bob Denman
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There is a VERY easy solution to this one...
Get her, her very own own bike! :thumbup:
Or... pack the essentials in the manners described above, and do laundry in the evenings.
Oh... :congrats: on finding someone to share the joy with!
Get her, her very own own bike! :thumbup:
Or... pack the essentials in the manners described above, and do laundry in the evenings.
Oh... :congrats: on finding someone to share the joy with!
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arntufun
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The RS is the worst bike we have ever owned for passenger comfort out of the crate. Not only will your Spyder try to throw the passenger off around every corner it's just not designed for thier comfort. With that said, there are a few things to help.
1. The most important mod will be the backrest !!!!! nojoke
2. Passenger peg extentions are another must if your over 35. Old knees will quickly let you know I'm speaking the truth.
3. A aftermarket seat (I recommend ultimate) will help with your passenger always slidding forward and is more comfy.
4. Nothing you can do to help eliminate the forces trying to throw the passenger off unless you install armrests. Just remind your passenger holding on to the handrails will be a must.
5. The trunk most likely will not be enough room for two people for more than a day or so, more storage is recommended for extended trips.
One quick warning about purchasing aftermarket soft saddlebags....... We have the Nelson Rigg cl 900 setup and the bags cover the rear signal lights because you have to put them on furthur back so the passenger has room to put their feet on the pegs (even with peg extentions). They work great, but I want to be honest and tell you their only downfall.
We live with it, because IMO I do not like the looks of hard bags when I'm solo or sport riding (riding without backrest) around town. If a company made hard bags that you can remove the bags and the brackets very quickly, I'd buy them in a second. I surely don't want to ride around with ugly brackets hanging off my Spyder while the shell of the bags are in my hotel. Congrats on finding a passenger and good luck to you. You will create memories that will bond you for a lifetime !!!! :thumbup:
1. The most important mod will be the backrest !!!!! nojoke
2. Passenger peg extentions are another must if your over 35. Old knees will quickly let you know I'm speaking the truth.
3. A aftermarket seat (I recommend ultimate) will help with your passenger always slidding forward and is more comfy.
4. Nothing you can do to help eliminate the forces trying to throw the passenger off unless you install armrests. Just remind your passenger holding on to the handrails will be a must.
5. The trunk most likely will not be enough room for two people for more than a day or so, more storage is recommended for extended trips.
One quick warning about purchasing aftermarket soft saddlebags....... We have the Nelson Rigg cl 900 setup and the bags cover the rear signal lights because you have to put them on furthur back so the passenger has room to put their feet on the pegs (even with peg extentions). They work great, but I want to be honest and tell you their only downfall.
We live with it, because IMO I do not like the looks of hard bags when I'm solo or sport riding (riding without backrest) around town. If a company made hard bags that you can remove the bags and the brackets very quickly, I'd buy them in a second. I surely don't want to ride around with ugly brackets hanging off my Spyder while the shell of the bags are in my hotel. Congrats on finding a passenger and good luck to you. You will create memories that will bond you for a lifetime !!!! :thumbup:
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Bob Denman
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Randy,
I thought that you were considering that "Pet Carrier" about a year ago... :shocked:
:joke:
I thought that you were considering that "Pet Carrier" about a year ago... :shocked:
:joke:
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arntufun
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She made a horrible sound when I tried to put her in it and the nieghbors acted like they were going to call the cops........ :roflblack::roflblack::joke:
Bob Denman
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If I've told you once :gaah:; it's been a thousand times...
Add some liquor to her morning coffee on riding days... :roflblack:
Holly, you KNOW I'm joking; right? :shocked:
Add some liquor to her morning coffee on riding days... :roflblack:
Holly, you KNOW I'm joking; right? :shocked:
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
For me--the get akspyderlady her own bike solved the problem. If she can't pack it in the three bags or frunk, that's not my problem. :roflblack::roflblack: Also not quite as tight on the bike riding two up. Added bonus--she really likes driving her own :spyder2:. :thumbup:
Bob Denman
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Do you guys have a bike to bike communication system, or does she trust you out there all alone and by yourself?
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Do you guys have a bike to bike communication system, or does she trust you out there all alone and by yourself?
Sena SMH10 com system.
Bob Denman
New member
:2thumbs:
daveinva
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My experience echos arntufun's-- need a backrest, passenger peg extensions, and be mindful that sidebags may interfere with your passenger's seating position and comfort.
That said, I've discovered the perfect combo: I ride the Spyder, the GF drives her car as a "chase vehicle" with all the luggage in it :joke:. When we get to our destination-- a rented cabin, the Owner's Event, what-have-you-- we park the car and take the Spyder everywhere. This way I get to have my fun riding alone for a while, but then we get to have fun together once we're at our destination.
Wouldn't be practical for a *long* trip, let alone proper touring, but for anything within 8 to 10 hours of home, it's been a nice tactic.
That said, I've discovered the perfect combo: I ride the Spyder, the GF drives her car as a "chase vehicle" with all the luggage in it :joke:. When we get to our destination-- a rented cabin, the Owner's Event, what-have-you-- we park the car and take the Spyder everywhere. This way I get to have my fun riding alone for a while, but then we get to have fun together once we're at our destination.
Wouldn't be practical for a *long* trip, let alone proper touring, but for anything within 8 to 10 hours of home, it's been a nice tactic.
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