Any Modification recommendations from those who tour on their Spyders?

[DOR55]

If you are a solo rider, you might want to consider changing the passenger backrest pad to the Sling Mods pad that eliminates the "side wings" on the stock pad. Frees up space to utilize a large seat bag. I use a 60 litre Moose Racing Dry Bag. Affordable and provides a ton of useful additional storage.

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[ollicat]

If you are a solo rider, you might want to consider changing the passenger backrest pad to the Sling Mods pad that eliminates the "side wings" on the stock pad. Frees up space to utilize a large seat bag. I use a 60 litre Moose Racing Dry Bag. Affordable and provides a ton of useful additional storage.

I never knew that existed. Thank you

 

[ZiggyF]

The best thing that I did on mine, which was well worth the money, has been to change the seat. The stock seats are not made for riding any distance, I tried several different pads and they were just a waste of money. I bought a Tall Boy Ultimate Seat (I have 2014 RT, so it puts you back about 3 inches)

It was pricey but worth every penny. I live in Central Florida & ride to the beaches without stopping.

 

[mecsw500]

Do not forget a good set of rain gear. Nothing like staying dry in those long rainy day rides. Once wet, not fun riding hours on end. Waterproof boots, gloves a must. Do not go skimpy on raingear, as when a leaky seam shows up, you're not going to be happy.

Just been on a long trip with torrential rain, as in this is a desert with a drought, but when it rains it downpours kind of rain.

I use these I found on Amazon as I ride in my Georgia Boot work boots, which are labelled as waterproof but really aren't. I fact every pair of waterproof motorcycle boots I've ever owned, even up to BMW's guaranteed waterproof ones, generally aren't after a few hours.

SATINIOR 20 Pieces/ 10 Pairs Disposable Boot Covers Long Plastic Waterproof Shoes Cover over the Knee for Men Women Outdoor Rain and Snow​

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I just chuck a pack of these in the frunk. They come in a number of quantities per pack and take up no space at all. They are pretty much disposable in nature at the end of the ride unless you are careful, but they keep your feet bone dry. Best under the bottom of your waterproof lowers but in reality if you pull them up shin high it doesn't seem to matter.

We may look dumb as it comes with bright blue things like polythene bags on your feet but, (a) my wife and I are too old to care, and (b) which matter's most - dry feet or what you look like?

 

[Snakeyes]

If you are a solo rider, you might want to consider changing the passenger backrest pad to the Sling Mods pad that eliminates the "side wings" on the stock pad. Frees up space to utilize a large seat bag. I use a 60 litre Moose Racing Dry Bag. Affordable and provides a ton of useful additional storage.

I also think this is a great idea - but all I can find are ones that fit 2020+ Spyders. Has anyone found one of these that would fit a 2019 Spyder RTL?