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    A tip for making your radio sound louder.

    This works incredibly well, I have an older Android phone that I use for an MP3 player on the bike. It does not have a native MP3 player and I downloaded an app to play my songs. I was afraid that this method might not work with a downloaded app, but I maxed out the equalizer settings in the app...
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    Any Modification recommendations from those who tour on their Spyders?

    I think you're talking about a different battery, the Chinese junk that comes with the newer bikes, at least from 2024 maybe earlier, is pure trash. Even only a couple of months old and even if on a maintainer it will throw DSS codes because the battery level dips below 10v while starting.
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    Ever mount a longer strut under the seat?

    I'd be wary of getting one too strong because it would make it difficult to latch the seat in the down position.
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    Any Modification recommendations from those who tour on their Spyders?

    Convex mirrors for blind spot elimination are a good idea but don't spend a lot of money on them or distort your stock mirrors. I used these from Amazon...
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    Any Modification recommendations from those who tour on their Spyders?

    It doesn't interfere with anything and takes about 1 minute to install.
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    Any Modification recommendations from those who tour on their Spyders?

    If you're two up on an extended trip not pulling a trailer, then I would seriously consider the Show Chrome luggage rack: https://www.slingmods.com/can-am-spyder-f3t-f3-limited-touring-trunk-rack-show-chrome?vehicle=1 along with a suitable weatherproof bag to strap to it. It will make a...
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    Anyone tried a/mkt Heated pads for a 2011 RT-S?

    It's easier and better for warming you to buy a heated jacket liner. Keeps your core warm which keeps everything else warm. I've used one for years and also have a heated seat on my '24 S2S. A jacket liner is better by far at keeping you warm, more versatile as well.
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    Exclamation Mark and Fault Code P210A on a 2023 S2S - Any ideas?

    Any M6x1.25 IIRC bolt of the correct length will work until you get the correct shoulder bolt. I would definitely hook it up asap then test to see if the suspension adjusts like it is supposed to as described in my previous post. Then check for leaks, if no leaks and the suspension compensates...
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    Exclamation Mark and Fault Code P210A on a 2023 S2S - Any ideas?

    The suspension fault likely is caused by the rear auto air suspension. It may have a small leak or the system isn't auto compensating. The suspension will bring the rear to a preset height based on load. Since your bike has so few miles check to make sure the rear position sensor is actually...
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    Looking for a good GPS - Touring, no off road. Considering Garmin Zumo XT - thoughts?

    Thanks for the input, I'll have to check my settings and move my start points up the road a bit.
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    Looking for a good GPS - Touring, no off road. Considering Garmin Zumo XT - thoughts?

    I should add if I create the route on the XT itself via the trip planner app it works perfectly. Comms are not the issue, the issue is the XT will not run a route that has been imported and give turn by turn directions.
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    Looking for a good GPS - Touring, no off road. Considering Garmin Zumo XT - thoughts?

    I must be doing something wrong with my Garmin XT. When I import a route, either from Base Camp, Google Maps, or other sources, the XT will display the route but will not give turn by turn directions. Can someone explain the full procedure? Maybe I'm missing a step, or maybe I need to load it...
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    Pre 2020 RT owners - can you stand up while riding?

    I was able to extend my riding time quite a bit between breaks by adding something similar to this Gel Seat Cushion...
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    What trailer hitch for a 2023 S2S?

    I have no idea what your Escapade trailer requires or what connection it uses. Something you need to explore. If it has separate turn signals from the brake and tail lights then you would need the 5 pin. If your Escapade has a combination brake, taillight, and turn signal then you would need a...
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    What trailer hitch for a 2023 S2S?

    5 pin flat harness - https://www.lamonstergarage.com/2018-present-lamonster-trailer-harness-plug-n-play-5-pin-flat-rt-f3-t-f3-ltd-models/ 4 pin flat harness - https://www.lamonstergarage.com/2018-present-lamonster-trailer-harness-plug-n-play-rt-f3-t-f3-ltd-models/ Trailer hitch -...
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    Learning to ride this bike: my progress so far

    When I first got my '24 S2S I found the ride OK, but when riding two up the wife said she felt like she was going to be thrown off the bike in a curve because of the body roll. This is after riding behind me on my GL1800 and a GL1500 trike as well as a GL1800 trike, so she knew how a bike should...
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    Can you show us how you installed the power cables for your heated gear?

    Check this thread - Remote Bus Bar: https://spyderlovers.com/threads/have-you-mounted-a-remote-bus-bar-away-from-the-battery-where-did-you-put-it.165463/
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    Have you mounted a remote bus bar away from the battery? Where did you put it?

    I've been asked to provide a materials list for this mod so here it is, other than wire, spade wire terminals, and tie wraps: Battery Tender Connector -...
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    Is an OEM backrest the best on a 2020 RT Limited

    I have the OEM backrest on my S2S because it came with it and I find it perfectly comfortable. I had the Utopia on my GL1100 Goldwing and it was perfectly fine. If I were to buy one now, it would be the Utopia, because it presents a flat surface as opposed to a curved one. I had a friend who...
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    Have you mounted a remote bus bar away from the battery? Where did you put it?

    No problem, here are a couple of pictures of my installation. 3 connections, top center is ground, bottom two are switch and unswitched 12v relay mounted under the ground bus bar. Other picture is my charging station for my two Cardo units and an un-activated cell phone that I use as an Mp3...
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