Peacekeeper6 Mod Thread

[Peacekeeper6]

Here is the latest edition of our Spyder, complete with the wrap that I installed myself on both the byke and matching helmets (the Cardo control unit mounting piece on the left side of the helmet and boom mic are easily seen):

 

[Lew L]

Looks great Lou, We should take a spin up Mt Rose Hwy. or over to VC ( or both).

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Looks great Lou, We should take a spin up Mt Rose Hwy. or over to VC ( or both).

Thanks !!

A loop around VC or Genoa to South Lake via Kingsbury Grade sounds good.

 

[Lew L]

What a good day?? I'm free all week. Except for the service charge.:yikes:

Lew L

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Thought I'd write a quick review/notes on the items I didn't get a chance to fully test:

The test ride consisted of a round-trip sprint from my home (4,100 ft. asl) to Virginia City, NV, (6,100 ft. asl) a total of 52 miles. The road to VC is quite twisty, with elevation changes, fast sweepers and a few slow technical off-camber turns.

(9) Utopia Built-in Driver's Backrest

Notes: I LOVE this thing. It is my first backrest and I just can't believe the level of comfort it provides. It definitely helps lengthen seat time, and I don't get easily tired. The only negative I see is it decreases the room for the passenger, but at the same time, it provides a secure feeling for them in case they think they're going to fall off.

(10) Baja Ron Swaybar

Notes: Twisty and technical mountain roads are when these swaybars shine !! The bike DID handle like night and day when compared to the stock setup, as I thought it would. Our Spyder felt A LOT more composed and surefooted as we blitzed up and down the mountain. In other words, it was extremely easier to keep the bike between the lines at a fast pace. IMHO, anybody who DOESN'T install these sways are doing themselves a huge disservice. They are THAT good. I'd have to say that this swaybar belongs to my top three mods I've installed.

 

[ned64]

Peacekeeper, I like the design of the wrap you put on your spyder. Question for you. What did you use to remove the decal on the side case before you put the wrap on?

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Peacekeeper, I like the design of the wrap you put on your spyder. Question for you. What did you use to remove the decal on the side case before you put the wrap on?

ned64, iirc, there were NO decals I removed anywhere on the bike prior to putting on the wraps.

 

[Peacekeeper6]

What a good day?? I'm free all week. Except for the service charge.:yikes:

Lew L

Thought about calling you yesterday, but my g/f wanted some seat time, and I know she is WAY too slow for you, LOL.

 

[MONK]

(9) Utopia Built-in Driver's Backrest

Notes: I LOVE this thing. It is my first backrest and I just can't believe the level of comfort it provides. It definitely helps lengthen seat time, and I don't get easily tired. The only negative I see is it decreases the room for the passenger, but at the same time, it provides a secure feeling for them in case they think they're going to fall off.

Here's how much I love the Utopia backrest. I bought one to mount on my Comfort seat. Couldn't be happier w/the backrest however the seat put me too far away from the bars. I swapped back to the stock seat the other day and bought yet another Utopia backrest as the one for the Comfort seat wouldn't fit the stock seat. That's how friggin' much I love the Utopia.

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Here's how much I love the Utopia backrest. I bought one to mount on my Comfort seat. Couldn't be happier w/the backrest however the seat put me too far away from the bars. I swapped back to the stock seat the other day and bought yet another Utopia backrest as the one for the Comfort seat wouldn't fit the stock seat. That's how friggin' much I love the Utopia.

I like for three reasons:

(1) It looks stock,

(2) Clear and concise instructions make it a breeze to install and,

(3) I didn't have to remove the whole seat (although I have done it before to install the Diamond R armrests).

 

[DGoebel]

PK6, did you ever have or use a Sena system before this Cardo system?

 

[Peacekeeper6]

PK6, did you ever have or use a Sena system before this Cardo system?

DGoebel, the Cardo is my first.

When I was researching various brands, I considered Sena because it seemed like it was a major brand that everyone liked. However, I have heard that if gets wet and malfunctions, Sena won't repair or replace the unit, so you're basically SOL.

The Cardo seems better built with regards to water. I believe it's waterproof to IP6 or something like that. I haven't heard much about UClear, but many seemed to like it.

Good luck in your decision. I believe for our application, the Cardo Freecom 4 Plus is the best system out there.

Check it out:

https://youtu.be/fh45sYfDtl4

 

[Peacekeeper6]

UPDATE:

8) High Mount Brake/Run/Turn Taillights with Plug-n-Play Harness

The double-sided tape adhesive that secures the light to the bike gets weaker over time. I discovered this when I did a quick "pre-flight" (once a Huey crewchief, always a Huey crewchief, lol) and discovered the whole light assembly was just hanging on the last tape (there are 3). The other 2 just detached from the bike.

So, a quick trip to Autozone to buy the 3M double-sided tape should hopefully last longer. If it doesn't, I welcome any suggestions that will prevent this from happening again.

 

[MONK]

Heat is the killer. I added one of those organizers in the trunk of my '18 RTL. I'm glad it's partly attached w/screws cuz the tape is worthless. It's not the "good stuff" but still should have held. I cleaned w/alcohol and used a primer stick, too. That trunk (not frunk) gets hot. I know your 3rd brake light is out in the open but it's directly under the sun.

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Heat is the killer. I added one of those organizers in the trunk of my '18 RTL. I'm glad it's partly attached w/screws cuz the tape is worthless. It's not the "good stuff" but still should have held. I cleaned w/alcohol and used a primer stick, too. That trunk (not frunk) gets hot. I know your 3rd brake light is out in the open but it's directly under the sun.

Well, I'm hoping the 3M tape will do the trick. It seems to be a bit more stickier than the stock tape I removed, but the sun may have already damaged it and made it less sticky. However, I cut the new 3M tape a little longer and wider, so hopefully it'll stick better and longer.

I don't think it is possible to use screws because the light fixture seems thin and frail and there's no real place to drive the screws in.

If it falls off again, I might have to use some type of glue....

 

[MONK]

I wasn't suggesting you use screws on the 3rd brake light. I was saying the trunk organizer utilizes some of the stock screws/bolts and if it weren't for those, my trunk organizer would end up in the bottom of the trunk.

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Not a mod per se, but a shout out to my standup sales professional at Elk Grove Powersports in Elk Grove, CA by the name of Shane Ford, who sold us our Spyder last year. Extremely patient, knowledgeable and is available from the point of sale to actual delivery, he’ll be there every step of the way to make sure your vehicle is well taken care of. It’s worth the drive !!

If any of you are in the market for a Spyder, motorcycle, watercraft or side-by-side, he’s the Go To Guy.

Check out my Yelp review under “Lou B.”.

 

[Peacekeeper6]

12) Lamonster NBV Highway Brackets with IPS Accent Cut Finish Gripper Pegs

Difficulty Level - 1.5

Tips - One of THE best vids on this is done by CoachBob3: https://youtu.be/TTBxeZrDjNw. There is something about his demeanor during his vids that gives me confidence that I could do ANY mods. His easy-going style and sense of humor make it enjoyable to watch and learn. He offers invaluable tips that make the install go easier. I did, however, run into a small problem reinstalling the rear pushpins on the bottom of the air/water deflectors after I bolted on the brackets. Because the brackets made those holes misaligned, I ended up replacing the pushpins with heavy-duty zip ties. If I didn't struggle a little bit putting those deflectors back on, I'd have given it a "1" on the Difficulty Level. Also, when you install those decorative caps, make sure to tighten the set screws on the FLAT part of the huge nut. It's so tempting to hide them on the very bottom, but sometimes that's not where the flat part is. IMHO, there is LESS of a chance of those covers falling off IF you tighten those set screws at the right spot.

Notes: I didn't go on a test ride yet, but sitting on it to position the pegs proves to me that this mod is going to make a HUGE difference. I have floorboards, but it's just really nice to stretch out my legs during long highway cruising. I have highway pegs on my Harley, and I *KNOW* how comfy they can be. The IPS Gripper Pegs with Accent Cut Finish not only provide comfort, but first and foremost, they look cool.

Because after all, "image is everything", LOL.

 

[Lew L]

Hey Lou,
Did you see my post about the footrests I made????

 

[Peacekeeper6]

Hey Lou,
Did you see my post about the footrests I made????

I did not.

I’ve been off this forum for a few months. Can you post some pics ??