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    Anyone ever attended Spyderpops Fall Adventure? Thinking of making the ride this year - 25-26 September 2026

    I really wish I could. I have one more adventure scheduled for this year. That one is with the wife and some buddys to the NC/Tenn mountains in 3 weeks. If I could get away with it, I surely would be there.
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    Do you get wet riding in the rain?

    I have owned a 2014 RT, multiple F3T's, and currently a 2016 F3L Special Series and a 2021 RTL, and I find similar results as Deanna777 stated. The earlier model RT was best for keeping me dry, but it still would allow me to get wet. The F3 series seems to direct the rain right into the crotch...
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    Finally gonna finish my 48 State tour!

    Exactly, sounds like you stated that right off a brochure, Lol! I did it with my buddy KK back in 2017, and I mentioned it to him last week and he also wants to do it again. I am thinking I might leave out the Skyline Drive part this time. It was nice, but kinda sad to pay $20 for an area...
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    Finally gonna finish my 48 State tour!

    Blue Ridge Parkway. Parts are still closed from Hurricane Helen damage. https://www.blueridgeparkway.org/
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    What did you do to/with your Spyder today?

    Did a 150 mile ride today and came across a Harley accident where it is reported that he was passing a truck and was struck while passing. Truck was not there and left the scene🤔
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    What did you do to/with your Spyder today?

    I typically ride between 8-10k miles a year, but last year and this year are higher since a 48 state tour was included in the mix. That alone added 12,445 miles. I also spread those 8-10k miles between 2spyders and a 2 wheeler.
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    Finally gonna finish my 48 State tour!

    As RayBJ said, “Just do it, while you are able”. It’s just mid September and I am already looking into heading back out west next May/June 2027. My plan is to do it on the BMW next year. I am also looking into doing another ride down the entire length of the BRP again, but it might be another...
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    What did you do to/with your Spyder today?

    I always get excited when the leaf color changes start. That is just before I get depressed due to the shorter day light hours of winter. We already have reservations for the NC/Tenn mountains for the second week of October. They are saying the drought will keep the colors from being so...
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    I want New rims for my 2014 Can-Am Spyder RT SE6 - Suggest any Options?

    Marketplace has some sometimes. I have been looking at a set of 2023 RTL rims on there for $100. I would like to find a set of the black chrome rims for my 2021 RTL. That is what's on my 2016 F3L Special Series. They are much easier to clean with the standard 6 spoke design.
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    News at BajaRon's - We Are Moving!

    Congrats on the new place. I have to get a better read on exactly where you are located. Definitely want to make a visit out to check you out.
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    What did you do to/with your Spyder today?

    I have always loved those, but at 6'-2" 265, I don't fit very well. I did take a look at the 350 and 370Z cars. I fit in those, but I have always been a Mustang fan 9 this is number 7. And I really like the V8.
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    What did you do to/with your Spyder today?

    2017 Mustang Convertible (California Special). Snapped this picture at one of the pull offs before Price Lake.
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    What did you do to/with your Spyder today?

    No riding the Spyder for me this past weekend. But the wife and I went to Banner Elk in the convertible and had a wonderful time. We did follow a Spyder that was riding with 2 Harley trikes along 221 between Grandfather's Mountain and Blowing Rock. Anyone who knows this area knows that is a...
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    Anyone going to Thunder in the Smokies 2026?

    As the title says, Thunder in the Smokies 2026 is being held in Maggie Valley, NC 9/11-13. I know there will be a lot of Harleys there, but I was wondering if any Spyder riders would be in the area? I was hoping to take the Spyder, but it looks like there's a chance of thunderstorms, so we will...
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    I've changed my opinion of backrests for Spyder Riding - anyone else?

    I have gotten spoiled and like having a backrest for my 2 wheeler and both spyders. I don't have one for the RTL yet, but I mainly ride it when the wife is with me. That allows her to act as my backrest and I like that a lot;)
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