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  1. LongIsland

    Anyone seen/heard from Motorcycle Dave lately?

    Here's his web address. https://www.motorcycledave.com/
  2. LongIsland

    Buying a new helmet - who replaces them every 5 years per manufacturers spec??

    I replace every 5 years.
  3. LongIsland

    Anyone found or come up with something to keep the contents in those annoying side load saddle bags?

    I use a tupperware box and a ziplock bag. I have a cover in the other saddlebag and rain gear in the frunk.
  4. LongIsland

    Latest BRP Safety Bulletins for Shaft Replacement (2019-12) and Shaft & Sprocket Replacement (2019-13) Recalls - Jan 2025

    You are correct. My friend had that same issue and he replaced the shaft himself.
  5. LongIsland

    I want to add marker/turn lights to my RT - any kits besides these? Or DIY setups?

    On my 2014 RTL, I used the Tricled product for 60K+ miles with no problems.
  6. LongIsland

    Kenda tires - I truly don't understand the hateful responses to Kenda tires. I have over 22,000 km on mine and they're only 50% worn.

    I have to ask what does "dumped big time" mean?
  7. LongIsland

    2024 RT L back at the dealer for the 9th time in 3 months!! How long until you give up?

    Happy to hear it all went well. Ride safe!
  8. LongIsland

    Newbie just got my Spyder - what's the cheapest/best option for putting a rear seat back rest on my 2022 base RT?

    The 2022 Base RT did not come with the passenger back rest, as shown from the Can Am website. Backrests can be purchased from Can Am or Slingmods. Of the 2, Slingmods is less expensive, but both require the BRP LinQ Rack - OEM Part# 219401145, which is another $400. - -
  9. LongIsland

    Any ideas on adding an aftermarket USB for phone charging during travels on our 2017 RT?

    You may want to consider the Quadlock wireless charging head with the separate vibration damper. Compared other solutions it's a bit pricy at about $100 (on the quadlock site), but I like it. Whatever you choose, I would not wire it directly to the battery, to prevent parasitic draw DickB mentions.
  10. LongIsland

    Let’s start a fad - passing Spider Rings (from Amazon) to other Spyders

    Instead of bells or spiders, how about this:
  11. LongIsland

    Having trouble wiring a Garmin XT, so should I just run it on its battery? If I do, will it still show traffic?

    Glad you got the XT wired properly. On the XT2 traffic updates come from its connection to your phone and the app Tread, on the XT you need the Garmin Drive app as DickB posted. The black box is a voltage converter as EdMat posted.
  12. LongIsland

    VSS Faults, what do you think is causing this?

    I have a 2022 RTL, purchased new in April of 2023. About 6 or so months later, I began getting the VSS code at initial start-up. I replaced the weak OEM battery with a Yuasa battery and magically, the VSS issue was solved.
  13. LongIsland

    2025 RT Ltd in need of 1st Service - How much!?!?

    I think you misread the specs on page 123. Under the Engine and in the Break-in column, the first replace oil and filter is at 5,000 km (3,000 miles). The row above it states that the oil level is to be inspected every 1,500 km (1,000 miles) regardless of calendar time.
  14. LongIsland

    Do Tinted Helmet Visors diminish your ability to see out in the dark/night?

    Yes it does diminish your vision
  15. LongIsland

    Annoyingly, my '21 RTL will only cancel Cruise by touching the brake pedal or downshifting - are there any other ways?

    Since cruise control cancelling has been discussed and moved onto windshields. I asked BRP reps at the 2024 SpyderQuest why the windshield lowers and raises automatically. The answer was to make it easier for us to cover the trike. I said really so since 2012 I've lowered it as I entered my...
  16. LongIsland

    Is there a backup brake on a 2011 Spyder if the Pedal brake fails?

    If that were to happen, I would slow by downshifting, while continue to pump the brake pedal, and engage the parking brake if or when possible.
  17. LongIsland

    Is the BRP logo on the rear tail metal or plastic?

    The original logos are a thin metal.
  18. LongIsland

    Does my '24 F3 Limited have AM radio? If so, how do I get it?

    Can you play the AM station on your cell phone, then use the media function to play it through the speakers? Alternatively, if you have a headset you may be able to hear it from your cell phone to your headset.
  19. LongIsland

    What windshield bug cleaner do you use?

    I use a 50% mix of water and isopropyl alcohol.
  20. LongIsland

    Why won't my Spyder trans Auto upshift?

    When riding my 2014 RTL, I too noticed the "automatic" upshifting. After a few times of this phenomenon, I mentioned it to my buddy. His response: "that's impossible." I paid attention to when this phenomenon occurred and noted that the paddle shifter was very sensitive and the least amount of...
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