racoon
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You can download the BRP Go! app now and see if you like the way it does route planning.
Then if they really do start supporting BRP Go! on the Spyder, you can switch once the update to the Spyder has been installed.
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There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.
Wait for new version of BRP GO compatible with Android for 10.25 inch display or get dedicated GPS?
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You can download the BRP Go! app now and see if you like the way it does route planning.
Then if they really do start supporting BRP Go! on the Spyder, you can switch once the update to the Spyder has been installed.
TheMariner
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BRP's core business is making vehicles, Garmin's core business is Sat Nav. Personally, I like businessses to do what they do best.
amkrat
Member
There's a "how to use your GPS" link on that page too:
How to Use the Snowmobile Built-In GPS
Discover all the functions of the brand new exclusive Ski-Doo built-in GPS. Learn how to use it and navigate its maps.ski-doo.brp.com
So some 2025 and 2026 Ski-Doos have a GPS a built in GPS module, which Spyders do not have.
If you have a 2023 or 2024 Ski-Doo you can purchase the GPS module and have it installed by your local Ski-Doo dealer, and will possibly need a software update.
There isn't an add on GPS module for Spyders, and I've got money to bet that says the Ski-Doo module can't be installed on a Spyder.
I found the GPS module for the 2023 and 2024 Ski-Doos:
There's a link to the install instructions on that page.
I have to wonder if there is also a capped GPS wire behind the Spyder 10.25" screen?
racoon
Well-known member
Well, you can't use the installation instructions to find out, since the Spyder doesn't come apart the same way as a Ski-doo does.
amkrat
Member
No, it would be entirely different, and I'm not brave enough to try. The 2024 RT Console Harness schematic shows this:
I'd go with a dedicated GPS: simple to use and bright. We are currently using Garmin Zumo XT units. I don't have to worry about getting out of cellphone range without downloaded maps. If all you ride is urban settings, a cell phone GPS is great.
Some of us have been waiting since 2018 for BRP to do anything reliable for non-iPhone users. Frankly, I'll believe it when I see it.
Some of us have been waiting since 2018 for BRP to do anything reliable for non-iPhone users. Frankly, I'll believe it when I see it.
racoon
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And my 2024 Spyder RT Operator's Guide shows Fuse #6 in the right fuse box as "GPS_Acc".
I believe it came with no fuse installed in that location.
Because CAN-AM fumbled around before getting Apple CarPlay to work correctly, I ended up buying a Garmin Zumo XT GPS and mounting it to my handlebars. I wired it into the accessory power port on the right front of my 2024 Spyder RT.
I used this custom plug for the connector port.
GPS Plug-N-Play Harness 2020+ Can Am® Spyder RT
Easily power your favorite Can-Am Spyder RT 12v accessories with our Plug and Play power harness
www.lamonstergarage.com
The following picture is part of the Lamonster install information, and shows the original wire hanging down in the lower center with the orange tip. The port it plugs into is in the upper left corner. And of course you can see the suspension of the right front wheel in the lower right.
The Lamonster GPS harness is a "Y" cable that plugs into the port on your Spyder and has a female connector that you plug the original wire into, and uses "wago blocks" to connect the wire that you run from your GPS to that location.
amkrat
Member
And my 2024 Spyder RT Operator's Guide shows Fuse #6 in the right fuse box as "GPS_Acc".
I believe it came with no fuse installed in that location.
Because CAN-AM fumbled around before getting Apple CarPlay to work correctly, I ended up buying a Garmin Zumo XT GPS and mounting it to my handlebars. I wired it into the accessory power port on the right front of my 2024 Spyder RT.
I used this custom plug for the connector port.
GPS Plug-N-Play Harness 2020+ Can Am® Spyder RT
Easily power your favorite Can-Am Spyder RT 12v accessories with our Plug and Play power harness
The following picture is part of the Lamonster install information, and shows the original wire hanging down in the lower center with the orange tip. The port it plugs into is in the upper left corner. And of course you can see the suspension of the right front wheel in the lower right.
The Lamonster GPS harness is a "Y" cable that plugs into the port on your Spyder and has a female connector that you plug the original wire into, and uses "wago blocks" to connect the wire that you run from your GPS to that location.
From the wiring schematics, I saw that there is by default a 5 amp fuse in #6 and it is switched. #7 is currently vacant. If you want your USB accessories hot all the time, then pull the fuse out of #6 and put in #7.
racoon
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Right Fuse Box diagram from page 158 of the 2024 Spyder RT Operator's Guide:
And yes, the table below that image shows #6 as a GPS_Acc 5 A and #7 as not used.
But the image shows #6 as being empty.
I installed the GPS wiring shortly after buying my Spyder. But that was about 20 months ago, and I'm old and forgetful.
So I don't remember whether I had to move a fuse to #6 or not.
And yes, the table below that image shows #6 as a GPS_Acc 5 A and #7 as not used.
But the image shows #6 as being empty.
I installed the GPS wiring shortly after buying my Spyder. But that was about 20 months ago, and I'm old and forgetful.
So I don't remember whether I had to move a fuse to #6 or not.
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