Shopping for Accessories.

[serianna]

I am now a proud new mommie of a 2008 SE5 and oh my gosh I want so much stuff. This one needs some goodies so any input of must haves, good buys etc is great!

I know I want to add the following now for the shopping!

Gotta get:

1. Bigger windshield got whacked by a big ass bug the other say and so not liking that or the wind on the highway!
2. Floor Boards - comfort and easier shifting.
3. LED and better lighting - oh man getting old and can't see so well at night and so want people to see me!
4. Better seat, my old ass needs more padding and comfort - I had a custom mustang on my old bike and loved it.
5. Music - need tunes!

hmm that's a good start. :ani29:

 

[jimclarkf1]

WELCOME to SPYDERLAND

I want to say WELCOME and would like to suggest to raise the handlebars for a more comfortable ride, LUV your SPYDER I have the exact same one except a 5spd. had it since Sept 08 and NO PROBLEMS except a couple of recalls, with 15,000 miles and it was my 1st bike.:yes: Think about SPYDERFEST next spring.

 

[coz]

WelcomeI

I am now a proud new mommie of a 2008 SE5 and oh my gosh I want so much stuff. This one needs some goodies so any input of must haves, good buys etc is great!

I know I want to add the following now for the shopping!

Gotta get:

1. Bigger windshield got whacked by a big ass bug the other say and so not liking that or the wind on the highway!
2. Floor Boards - comfort and easier shifting.
3. LED and better lighting - oh man getting old and can't see so well at night and so want people to see me!
4. Better seat, my old ass needs more padding and comfort - I had a custom mustang on my old bike and loved it.
5. Music - need tunes!

hmm that's a good start. :ani29:

How much do you want to spend? :roflblack:I 've bought several comfort items off the for sale board, usually for less than half of brand new. Windshield(twice), air hawk, seats (three), belt tensioner, ect. On and on. St seats are nice and cushy. If you don't see what you want, try a "wanted to buy" post. Search the DIY board for stereo systems, there are many. I have a head unit in my trunk, and speakers on the dash. Floorboards aren't cheap, so I made my own. Many threads on those too. Not terribly difficult of a project. Haven't really bothered with much extra lighting, have some on the rear though. Good luck with your shopping:thumbup: you can spend a few hundred or a few thousand, or anywhere in between.
p.s. You're right, the stock seat DOES suck.

 

[ARtraveler]

Accessories (farkles) are nice. It all comes down to how much do you want to spend and how far do you want to go.

Since you are dealing with a 2008, checking used stuff on the sale board may be a good way to go--if you can find what you want.

I had both a 2008 and 2009 and farkle we did. $6K worth on each machine.

For comfort, I raised the handlebars, added higher windshield, put anti-vibe weights in the handlebars, and changed out the seats.

Also added extra lights, saddlebags, fairing, and top trunk. Turns out, I made one of the first RT's by the time I was done. Ended up trading my 2008 for a (real) 2010 RT when they came out.

Enjoy your new ride--but farkle gently and make it yours. :yes::yes:

 

[PrairieSpyder]

What AKSpyderman said!! And you should come to Spyderfest next April! You'll be surprise all the stuff you can add to a Spyder!

 

[Michael211_2000]

I am now a proud new mommie of a 2008 SE5 and oh my gosh I want so much stuff...
2. Floor Boards - comfort and easier shifting.
...

Congrats on your new baby! But, if it's an SE5 what makes you think floor boards would make for easier shifting? SE5 is the electronic paddle shifter sub-model, and the paddle is up on the handlebar not at your feet! :roflblack:

Just saying...

- Michael

 

[serianna]

$$$

How much do you want to spend? :roflblack:I 've bought several comfort items off the for sale board, usually for less than half of brand new. Windshield(twice), air hawk, seats (three), belt tensioner, ect. On and on. St seats are nice and cushy. If you don't see what you want, try a "wanted to buy" post. Search the DIY board for stereo systems, there are many. I have a head unit in my trunk, and speakers on the dash. Floorboards aren't cheap, so I made my own. Many threads on those too. Not terribly difficult of a project. Haven't really bothered with much extra lighting, have some on the rear though. Good luck with your shopping:thumbup: you can spend a few hundred or a few thousand, or anywhere in between.
p.s. You're right, the stock seat DOES suck.

Great question and the poor working girl answer is for the best smallest price possible lol

 

[serianna]

SE5 or SM5

Congrats on your new baby! But, if it's an SE5 what makes you think floor boards would make for easier shifting? SE5 is the electronic paddle shifter sub-model, and the paddle is up on the handlebar not at your feet! :roflblack:

Just saying...

- Michael

Think there may be crossed wires on which machine you are referring to? I am learning about the differences of the models but mine is a the 2008 GS SE5 and it is a 5 speed manual shift.

Just saying...:roflblack::banghead:

 

[Bob Denman]

:congrats:

 

[JerryB]

Hi serianna,

Re: mine is a the 2008 GS SE5 and it is a 5 speed manual shift.

It is either a SE-5 ( electronic shift ) or a SM-5 ( manual shift ), not both.

I have received your PM; I've got a busy day & won't be home this evening. I will try to respond tomorrow,

Jerry Baumchen

SE-5)

 

[Chupaca]

Welcome..!! Welcome..!!

To both the spyder world and this strangely amazing site. Congrats on your new ryde..!! :2thumbs: you can shop right here on the home page with our sponsors and the for sale forum. Then of course there is the whole online thing...have fun shopping and ryding...hyea:hyea:

 

[MikeinGA]

I am now a proud new mommie of a 2008 SE5 and oh my gosh I want so much stuff. This one needs some goodies so any input of must haves, good buys etc is great!

I know I want to add the following now for the shopping!

Gotta get:

1. Bigger windshield got whacked by a big ass bug the other say and so not liking that or the wind on the highway!
2. Floor Boards - comfort and easier shifting.
3. LED and better lighting - oh man getting old and can't see so well at night and so want people to see me!
4. Better seat, my old ass needs more padding and comfort - I had a custom mustang on my old bike and loved it.
5. Music - need tunes!

hmm that's a good start. :ani29:

This is the biggest windshield one that I have seen. http://store.spyder.brp.com/product/769501/219400285/_/Ultra_Touring_Windshield_Kit

Mike

 

[serianna]

Thank you!

This is the biggest windshield one that I have seen. http://store.spyder.brp.com/product/769501/219400285/_/Ultra_Touring_Windshield_Kit

Mike

Much appreciated, I so need this, eating bugs is not in my diet!

Seri

 

[Bob Denman]

This Guy liked them just fine... :roflblack:

 

[Scootysvt15]

I have a C.H.A.D touring shield i'd be willing to trade for a stock sport shield.

 

[JerryB]

Hi serianna,

I just sent you a PM with everything that I have done to my Spyder.

Have fun deciding and spending $$$$$.

Jerry Baumchen

 

[Tracey@Leader]

Syder mounts for your accessories

When you are ready to start tricking your Spyder out with a GoPro or GPS or Phone we have mounts made especially for the Sypder.
http://www.leadermotorcycle.com/can-am-spyder/?sort=alphaasc
Made in the USA
Congrats on your new baby!