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What is the best way to hardwire a Garmin XT2 to a 2026 Can Am Spyder S2S?
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jzeiler
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There is already a canned plug for powering a GPS, and there are some aftermarket kits that allow you to tap into that plug for several other accessories. I did this on my '24 RTL. The the plug is down near the ECU, and I made the mistake of coiling up the excess wire from the Garmin mount. This never caused a problem until I later bought the remote key pad for the XT2. It would not always be recognized on power up of the XT2. I ended up using a self make power tap that was run direct to the battery but triggered by that canned connector and I cut off the excess cable to reduce the amount of noise in the power line (probably from the ECU). Solved all my issues.
racoon
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First, what is the model of your Spyder? It looks like there is a 2016 Spyder ST-S model, but I don't see that model for 2026?
My 2024 Spyder RT has an accessory power port on the front right side under the panels.
I added a docking station that was wired into that power port. It has a ball mount on top that was perfect for a Garmin mount, and then I plugged the Garmin into one of the USB port.s
www.slingmods.com
That same dock fits 2026 Spyder RT and RT-L models.
The link to the instructions show how to remove the body panels to get at the accessory power port. Step 7 shows the port.
My 2024 Spyder RT has an accessory power port on the front right side under the panels.
I added a docking station that was wired into that power port. It has a ball mount on top that was perfect for a Garmin mount, and then I plugged the Garmin into one of the USB port.s
Can-Am Spyder RT Phone Holder / Mount with USB Charge Ports (2020+)
Enjoy hands free navigation when riding your 2020+ Can-Am Spyder RT with our hands free Smart Phone Docking Station
www.slingmods.com
That same dock fits 2026 Spyder RT and RT-L models.
The link to the instructions show how to remove the body panels to get at the accessory power port. Step 7 shows the port.
hogmemberisold
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What part of Indiana Buz? I'm south below the river around Shepherdsville.
jzeiler
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Here is a link to SlingMods cable that taps into that accessory plug. It will show you where it is.
www.slingmods.com
Can-Am Spyder RT 12V Accessory Quick-Connect Power Harness (2020+)
Easily power your favorite Can-Am Spyder RT 12v accessories with our Plug and Play power harness
www.slingmods.com
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