Accessories - Suspension, Seat skins, wheels, rack and panniers, trailers, exhausts, windscreens.

See the PDF brochure of genuine Can Am Spyder accessories here.

NEW**See a preveiw of the 2009 accessories here

NEW WINDSCREEN'S UNDER TEST

Windscreen options.............

Most people have found the windscreen designs of the Spyder, both standard and touring screens, somewhat lacking. I am currently running the BRP touring screen and have found it less than satisfactory.

Picture below of adjustable screen's on test, I will report and show other screen's I'm trying, any thoughts!! Jeff

Varioscreen Vario Touringscreen

These screens are a great improvement on either the standard or the touring screens from BRP, I have coverd many miles and they both reduce fatigue, but do take some adjusting to get the right angle for less wind noise, I had noticed some back ache on long runs but not any more. With regard to looks the Vario Touringscreen is the best, the spoiler is quite cool but for me the taller Varioscreen is the one I shall use although for winter or bad weather I think a larger screen is needed.

These screens are well made and take less than 10 minutes to fit so if you want the look or protection just switch from one to the other. How much I here you say, not bad at all when you consider shipping. To Visit copy and paste this addess into your browser to get straight to the catalogue or click here and navigate manually - http://www.bikehps.com/acatalog/vario_screens_for_can-am.html

.As an exclusive offer to visitors of this web site, HPS will offer a 10% discount on either of these screens, when placing an order online just type ‘spyderryder.co.uk 10% discount offer’ in the ‘where did you see us advertised’ field.

Many thanks to Johannes at MRA for allowing me to test these products.

Graphic Kits Want to stand out from the rest? Well with the Spyder you already do however for those that want to take it that extra step have a look at these graphic kits . http://www.autotrimdesign.net/items_78165.html They come in a flames theme, a web theme and another one I find hard to describe. The flame theme for example is an 8 piece set in 7 different colours. The web kit comes in colours and a "simulated chrome". Probably not something I would look at myself but everyone has their own personality and the Spyder is one way to express it. Then again I wonder what other colours the flame set comes in?

No Magic Neon Riser kits.

I must admit even with the 1" BRP riser I do suffer from the "axeblade between the shoulders" on long rides. For me (6ft) I think its not more height I need rather than to bring the bars back a bit.

Evan at No Magic Neon is sending over a set of his 3" risers for me to try out so I look forward to reviewing this shortly. Evan has quite a range of Spyder bits - have a look at his web site at No Magic Neon

By all reports on the US forums these risers make a marked improvement to the leverage as well and many people report less effort to turn the bars when cornering. At $199 US they seem a reasonable cost. Stay tuned and I will let you know.

UPDATE 25/09/08 - Ok all fitted and test ridden . I guess that I can only echo what has been said in the US forums. Previously I was sitting close to the tank to get any bend in my arms and I was still getting a pain between my shoulder blades (I am 6ft with a pretty dodgy back) . Now I can sit back in the seat, still have roughly the same body position but bend my arms and relax my shoulders. I guess a longer ride on Sunday will tell me more but it seems great so far.  Definitely less effort to turn the bars now and cornering is easier.

Downsides?? Nothing significant. Sure I am nervous cutting of the bars and clamping the risers on but realistically this sort of clamp fitting has been used for years on motorcycles. Rerouting the cables took a little effort and for a while I thought there was no way the reverse cable would make it but it did after I rearranged it (if you do this yourself ring me and I will explain) . Sure the riding position now looks less " sporty" - more "cruiser" style but I am willing to put up with that to be comfortable. I recommend them if you are not totally satisfied with the standard bars.

Evan at No Magic Neon has just released a new tail light add on (wont fit with the BRP sports rack though) Street Magic Genesis LED Tail Light for the Spyder The production units should be available in Late Oct. and we are now accepting pre-orders for these units. This light will fit right in to the recessed are between you stock tail lights, and is held in place with easy to use 3M urethane tape. These units will feature "Plug and Play" connections to your Spyder, and features 32 super bright Street Magic Genesis LEDs

Canadian Elka Suspension for the Spyder is distibuted by Hardiman ATV Pty Ltd on the NSW Central Coast .

Custom built and handcrafted - see a PDF brochure. They have remote reservoirs and claim less body roll, 1"more front suspension travel, a smoother ride, tuned for the riders weight and riding style, better stability and traction.

Front shocks sold as a pair and all come with a remote reservoir:
$1295.00 for Preload and compression adjustability.
$1695.00 for Preload, compression, rebound adjustability.
$1895.00 for Preload plus Hi and Low speed compression adjustability.
$1995.00 for Preload plus Hi and Low speed compression and rebound adjustability.

Rear shock is sold with remote reservoir
$1495.00 for Preload, compression, rebound adjustability.
$1695.00 for Preload plus Hi and Low speed compression and rebound adjustability.

Note* HIGH- AND LOW-SPEED COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT
Elka Suspension’s Elite compression adjustment is an internal cartridge with two distinct circuits that control the hydraulic resistance for both high-velocity and low-velocity oil displacement. This enables very advanced fine-tuning for different types of impacts that would otherwise require the rider to make a compromise between a more comfortable softer suspension and a high-performance harder suspension.
With our Elite compression adjustment, the rider can have the suspension set to react differently for high-speed situations and low-speed situations at the same time.
SIMPLY PUT, THE ELITE COMPRESSION ADJUSTMENT IS LIKE HAVING TWO SHOCKS IN ONE: IT REACTS DIFFERENTLY ACCORDING TO THE VELOCITY OF THE IMPACT

All Elka shocks are custom built to rider weight and style of riding, they are built to order and they will take 2-3 weeks to receive once the order is placed. For more info phone: (02) 4353 3622 and tell them you saw it here.

I plan to put a set on my Spyder but have to save up a few bucks first.

When I fit the Elka suspension I also want to try the "Evoluzione" sway bar. "This adjustable swaybar was developed for the performance minded owner who would like to improve the front end feel while maintaining a comfortable ride. this swaybar will help to improve cornering by maintaining a more level attitude of the spyder through corners." Ken of Evoluzione comments- "a stiffer bar reduces the tendency of the spyder to want to lift the inside front tire. it has to do with roll center (location of the bikes center of gravity)." UPDATE 02/10/08- I have had the new swaybar on for just 24 hours but it is great! I was running the front shocks on 5 to help stop roll in corners but now have them on 4, with the new swaybar on its softer setting and the handling is improved - the Spyder stays flatter in the corners. The front suspension does not seem mushy in the corners now- much more precise. I recomend the change! Ken does lots of neat Spyder products like a low-effort clutch slave cylinder for the Can-Am Spyder. this unit was developed to reduce the clutch effort pull by ~20%. in addition, it also allows a smoother engagement due to an elongated throw (much cleaner take-offs from a stop). the kit comes complete with easy to follow instructions and we even supply a bleeder bottle to help you quickly finish the job. ($140US) Available from http://www.evoluzione.net

Seat Skins

Like to consider an alternative to the BRP seat skin? In a few weeks I will be fitting one off these in "Silver Carbon" from MotoPlus. Reportedly they are "High grade marine vinyl - Rot-proof stitching - Installs in less than 30 minutes"

UPDATE 11/09/08 - OK my seat skin arrived finally. Instructions were clear and I used it as an excuse to buy an electric staple gun figuring this would make things easier. Boy was I wrong as the staples just bounced off the Spyder seat pan! My recomendation would be to do what I ended up doing - that is take it round to your local trim shop and for $30 have an expert fit it (even his pneumatic staple gun had a deal of trouble penetrating the set pan). I am sure even if I could have hammered the staples through I would not have ended up with such a wrinkle free result. $30 well spent.

The finished result looks great and many people have commented on the apearance. As a bonus the seat stays quite cool (on the riders silver patch) while sitting in the hot sun. Really sets of the Spyders apearance especially with the colour match on the Givi paniers, the backrest and rack..

Interested? Email Ryan - ryan@motosplus.com Delivery from US only took around 5 days in the end.

Spyder Front Wheels

"Industries 7" - (Shawn who came up with the Spyder rack) have released some great new wheels at a reasonable price- around $650 a pair- They come in black and chrome and they would be cheaper than the $1,000 for the BRP wheels..

UPDATE- It looks like I can get a pallet over from Quebec by sea with a transit time of around 45 days. This would mean we could bring in these wheels. Would anyone be interested?? If so black or chrome (chrome about $50 more than black)?? Let me know if you would be interested.

Industries 7 rack to take Givi V35 bags

The Givi V35s are a high quality Italian made pannier available via most Australian motorcycle accessory shops. The rack to mount to the Spyder (not an easy design) however has to come from Canada. In Australia you have no real alternative, that I am aware of, in a hard shell pannier.

UPDATE* -We have racks in Australia NOW! See more details in this PDF file. Talk to Prorider Motorcycles Shop 1 - 747 The Horsley Drive Smithfield NSW 2164 - Phone Sal on 02 9756 2205. They can supply the racks and the V35 bags. I am happy to talk to you about the racks or install -Martin 07 5522 7134 BH

The only other hard luggage I am aware of is produced in the USA by Corbin and sells for between $1699 and $1899 US. These are of the fixed type rather than the removable "suitcase" style. If you look at going that way be aware that freight costs can be an issue. I recently flew in some brackets in a box the size of a decent paperback book and the freight was $100. I am not aware of anyone stocking Corbin bags in Australia.

In either case please remember the load limits set by BRP on your Spyder . That is a total of 200kg (includes rider, pillion, luggage and the weight of any accessories) Some people have found it can be very easy to bottom out the rear suspension with a pillion and luggage. I am lucky Marion only weights 50kg !!

Camper trailers

Steve Melchior of Elite Campers has a camper trailer he has developed for the Spyder. Contact him at Elite Campers - Phone. 02 42314520 or 1300 857100 Mobile 0414942598 Email. elitecampersnsw@optusnet.com.au

Local Exhaust Option

Sports Exhaust for your Spyder. All Stainless steel engine pipe an muffler, polished alloy outercover, uses original heat shield and mounting points. The muffler is the same as fitted to the 1000cc Aprillia Sports. Looks great and sounds even better. To discuss ordering and to arrange fittment please contact Mark Geering on mob 0411747215. Priced at $850.00 including GST