Should You Buy ELKA SHOCKS For YOUR CAN-AM SPYDER???
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- čas přidán 5. 07. 2024
- What is the most important mod you've done on your Can-Am Spyder to improve performance? For me, one of the most beneficial upgrades was the installation of the Elka Stage II shocks on my 2018 Can-Am Spyder F3 Limited. After riding my Spyder for 27,000 miles I decided to upgrade my suspension. The Elka shocks improved the comfort of my ride AND really made a difference in how the Spyder handles through the turns. Thankful that TommyG and his brother could do the installation. 🤗
After meeting up with John of Elka at the Spyders In The Ozarks Rally, I now know how to adjust the shock rebound. Thank you, John!
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For anyone who has ever wondered why pretty much any type of Spyder service starts at $300 ( & up ), this video shows why. Removing all that plastic is a pain in the buttinsky 😳😵😵💫 And even after you remove the plastic, you still almost need an engineering degree to find and replace the parts your working on. All that spaghetti wiring, limited working space, and yeah the spark plugs are in there somewhere 🤨🤪🤣. And then more fun... putting it all back together, and wondering where the heck did the whole weekend go !!! This video was fun watching, everything seem to go great for the install... but hmmm I wonder, did there happen to be any "ouch" or "what the heck" moments that accidently got edited out of the video ? 🙈🙉🙊
Well, Wayne, that is the absolute truth on the plastic removal and you have it even worse!! Yes, the mods where the plastic has been removed...suspension, led lights, led fog lights, end up taking the good part of a day. At least we don't have screws or pins left over like we do when we take apart the washing machine, lol! (Good news! This last time we only had two screws left over as opposed to the three that were left over the last time! 😅😅😅) Well, um, not going to lie, there was significant editing of the garage scenes... 😂😂😂💜💜💜😅😅😅
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This is "shock"ing news! I remember you telling me that you were less then impressed after the shock swap and I'm glad it was just out of tune. 26,500 on the new shocks is amazing and there's no one more qualified to speak on their effectiveness. Great job as always on this video and keep up the great work Jody.
Bah hah hah ha, Eric! No pun intended, huh? Yes! What a difference the correct setting made and it's too bad I didn't know sooner, but you know the saying, it is what it is...and it sure didn't keep me from riding, lol! Thank you so much for ALL your SUPPORT! Hope you have a great Sunday! We may see the sunshine for a bit the next few days, still have snow...but I see warmer temps and another short ride in my future!! 🤗💜
Hot wheel emblem? I love it. I'm so glad they were able to adjust your rear shock for comfort and that made it worthwhile.
Me too! Made a world of difference and now we know how to adjust it if necessary. Yeah, that TommyG came up with the Hot wheel emblems! You and Bob should get a set!🤗💜
First looking at it I thought it was struts. I’ve got a funny story to tell about that. One day I was driving down the expressway and the car was bouncing up and down like a basketball. Luckily I worked at the truck stop. I told one of the truckers. He said it was struts, went and bought them and put them on for me.
The new shocks look nice and it’s lifted it a little
That is a great story!! How nice of the truck driver to put them on for you!!💜
The sound without the muffler is pretty awesome !
It sounded pretty good for a hot minute, lol...I now have the Lamonster S pipe AND a baffle...😂
suspension is so critical to rider comfort, stock suspensions are just adequate never perfect. Glad you had success .........JB..
You are so right, Wayne! Love the cosmetic mods but am really glad I was able to upgrade the shocks...hope you have a great Sunday!🤗💜
Do you think your Spyder Garage would like to work on modifications on an RT ?? Maybe a Baja Ron sway bar... and some LED lighting mods ?? 😏🤔🤭🤗
Well, sir, I will just ask the Spyder techs!! I think that sway bar is a pretty easy install though Lamonster Garage did do mine. 🤗💜😁
YES!! We have another Purple On Three SPYDER GARAGE in NY near you!!
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That frunk could be so much bigger!!! That’s what I need…a nice stool to sit on and watch someone else work on my bike!!! Keep that exhaust off…sounds awesome!!
When TommyG comes to do your bike wash tutorial, he can bring the stool (oh wait...I'll probably have to haul it on the Spyder 😂) so you can sit and take notes! ha hah...well, I ended up putting on an S pipe...drove it a short time and decided I could not take the noise at highway speeds, so the baffle is now installed. 💜🤗
I'm loving your makeover! Getting those shocks! I want to thank you for having "Tarantula" in your video! (The Predator Spyder)
I am doing new upgrades too! See you back at Spyders in the Ozarks!
Thank you, Chris! It was wonderful meeting you at the rally!🤗💜 Guess what? This is so funny... I have a series that I started called "Show us your Spyder" and guess which one I am working on now? 😂 Literally I was editing your footage two nights ago! So you will be seeing your interview and a lot more footage of Tarantula! I'm guessing it will be...3-4 weeks... Hope you had a great Christmas and happy new year! 🤗💜🎉
Elka Shocks are a great addition! My shocks are good, but eventually, I'll upgrade to the Elka Shocks for Carnage!
Thanks, Xavier! One mod at a time...that was definitely the priciest one for me....Lamonster Garage has a great video of John doing a shock install on an RT and he does a great job of explaining the shocks! You have done some great mods to Carnage for sure!! 💥💥💥🤗💜
Love, love, love! This. Now that I have the baharon rod installed we're looking into changing out the factory shocks. My husband will definitely be watching your video Lady 😉
How long did it take for you to notice a difference with that Sway bar, sis? I have like no fear with that thing installed, lol! Looking forward to some twisties next week!! Woo hoo! Now what is this about a sprocket...I need to head over and watch that video. Man it's hard to watch, ride, and make content at the same time...no wonder I had a brain bleed...sheesh. I'm thankful to be riding again!! 🤗💜🙏🏼
With the plastic off it looks like something from the road warrior. Suspension can be tough to get right, but when you do, its a world of difference. Great video. Dipstick!
I have a much better understanding of it now! I'm guessing Road warrior is a movie...😁🤷♀️💜🤗 Happy new year, Jerry! 🏍️🏍️🏍️🎉🎉🎉
Great information to have as we determine in Ms. HDVIBEs F3 needs a suspension upgrade. We got a new windshield and some LED headlights. The LED install needs a lot of plastic take off for that installation as well. Ride safe and enjoy. 👍👊
Thank you, Rick! I think once she is riding a lot in the twisties and feels that need to correct (or maybe you or she have already done that), she'll think about an upgrade. The Baja Ron sway bar is also a MUST HAVE, in my opinion. Did you do the LED headlight install? Yes, you are so right about the plastic removal as well!! Tommy and his brothers did the LED headlight install and LED fog lights install as well...I'm grateful they could do those installs. I'm learning ...as I've never had the desire to work on my own car or previous bikes, but I enjoy the things I am able to do now on the Spyder...I've got the oil change down pat now! Hope you guys have a great day! Sun may be shining a bit here this week so hoping to get a short ride in! What kind of windshield did Mrs HDVIBE get? 💜💜🤗🤗
@Purple On Three I haven't put the LED headlights in yet. I just watched the LaMonster Garage video and saw all the panels that need to be taken off to get to the headlights. I'm hoping to install the headlights soon. I just have to set aside enough time to do it. We went with the 17" Freedom windshield from LaMonster Garage as well. I installed it but the weather has been not so good here lately so she hasn't been able to test it out yet. I still have the plastic on it in case it's not the right height. The folks at LaMonster Garage are very helpful. I'm guessing after our Sturgis trip this summer will determine if she wants to upgrade the suspension.
Ride safe and enjoy. 👍👊
@@HDVIBE It's a bummer they don't come with LED headlights...but they are well worth the effort to replace them!! LaMonster Garage folks are fantastic...It's great to hear their input since they actually ride the Spyders! I am not even sure how tall my windshield is but it works for me! It came on my Spyder and I am used to it...it is a Can-Am one.
I really enjoyed this video; very informative and a good review of the elka shocks and especially leaving it up to the viewer to decide if they are worth purchasing. About your bucket list item, remember that BRP builds Spyders from December to May at their plant in Valcourt, Quebec. I visited the plant last June when they were assembling snowmobiles and would enjoy going again, and you'll need a guide to get there 😉. Cheers PO3!
Hello, Richard! I was already counting on you to be our tour guide!! How could we ever find our way around Quebec without you? 💜🤗Tommy and I discussed coming up there this month or next month and for now, decided to put a hold on that. Both bikes need some tune ups and things before we head out traveling this year. Hope things are going well for you and Mrs. Spyder Richard...🙏🙏🙏
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yeah for most people Elka is the way to go. It's about finding which stage and settings work best for you. Nice video and review :)
Thank you, Ryan! Hope you're doing well!!💜🤗🙏
Once dialed in, I've never been disappointed with suspension upgrades. Glad you found someone and got it dialed in right. Although, I was hoping to never have to see that crazy brake reservoir again! Haha, I have memories of trying to get that re-attached.
That's good to hear about suspension upgrades!! I just wish I had known sooner how easy it was to adjust that rear shock...oh well, I already commented to someone that in no way did it inhibit me riding, lol! Well, in the next few weeks if you want to see that dang reservoir again, I am putting out my oil change video. 😂😂😂 We upgraded that pain in the butt tubing to white so that the next time it drops down in the engine (because I'm sure there will be a NEXT time, lol) it will be easier to find!! 💜🤗 Have a great week, Dewey!
@@PurpleOnThree - If it drops again, you might need glow in the dark tubing!!
@@DeweyRides 😁😁😁👍
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Timely video. I plan on adding Ella shocks and the Baja Ron sway bar to my F3 this year.
Awesome, Rick!! I believe those are the two most important upgrades I have had done...what a difference in the cornering!! Have a great rest of your Sunday! 💜🤗
Muffler off is awesome 🔊💜
Fiddling with suspension is always tricky but definitely worth it.
Just checked my shed.... My Scrambler is in your Garage....🤣 Awesome taste 😁
bah hah hah hah!! Well, I think we shipped it back to you...I thought we got it back before you knew it was missing!! It's no longer in our garage. I loved the sound with the muffler off! I do have an S pipe and ended up putting the baffle in because I couldn't take the sound at highway speeds! Hope you have a great week! 💜🤗
@@PurpleOnThree Loud pipes on a tour is hard work for sure. Baffle is always in when I'm traveling any sort of long distance too.
Have a great week too 👍🏻
That Triumph Scrambler is soooo much FUN!!! 💚💚🏍🏍👍👍
Nice video and way to go supervising those 2 in the garage, with your feet up. 😆🤣👍
Thank you, Roy!! Someone had to do it...and you'd be surprised...or maybe not, lol...how much editing was involved in the garage scenes with the two of them! 😅🤗💜 I was just following doctor's orders... 😅😁🤷♀️
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She was a GREAT SUPERVISOR!!
Just like anything else, there's always hidden space. And then tearing the spider apart. We know it's not the most fun thing and we always have everything lined up in order to put it back together again lol. It was great seeing Tommy G and seeing him do all the work. He did a fantastic job. I love Tommy g's brother. He's so cute. I am so sorry that your foot had to have surgery. I hope that you are okay.
Hey!! My MOM always told me I was the CUTE one!!
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The good news is that there weren't any screws left over like there were when we fixed the washing machine! lol...I am grateful TommyG and his brothers can do the work. My foot surgery was January last year and I am completely healed now...it was a lot longer recovery than I thought, but I was good to ride by April. How is the weather in Texas? Raining here...boo...
@@PurpleOnThree it's 83 right now. The start of the day is kind of gloomy everyday and most days it's pretty windy but we are in full sun of course right now. Will leave on Sunday and head over to Rockport? Because we're going to explore the Rockport, Corpus, Christi, Padre etc etc. Which is the area we just love
@@HetteshWorld what? Will I leave? Are you saying that you will leave and head over that way? My phone never listens to what I tell it either 😆
Nice one Jodie, suspension is a black art, I spent quite a bit on my bike years ago and once I got it right it was transformed… glad you got yours sorted too 👍🏻
a black art...I've not heard of that expression, Lee...yes, once dialed in correctly, was awesome!! 💜🤗
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Purple you made me want to buy these and I don't even have a Spyder! 😂Great video! Great supervision too 😅
Oh, Duncan!! You crack me up!! 😂😂😂 Well, you know, someone needed to supervise...you would be surprised...or maybe you wouldn't ...lol...what had to be edited out of the garage scenes! 😅😅😅 🤗💜
So cool awesome upgrades love it so I brought all these thumbs ups for ya algorithms fam 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💫💚
Much appreciated 💜💜💜
This was quite a lot of work. Tommy and his brother were working for some hours I think. I believe that you are gonna be satisfied with the improvement that you went for. The test of the suspension in the end was cool. Now you are ready for new adventures. You got my like.
Yes, Gregor, it was hours...lot of things to take off. This was probably the longest time for work time in completing the mods that they have done. I'm grateful they are able to so some of these things and save money...Have a great week! 💜🤗
@@PurpleOnThree I agree, really. You had a great position there on that chair. Finally you were the one that was in charge of everything there. A real boss. :) Joke.
Great video Jody ! i am glad you’re happy after the adjustments because it isn’t a cheap investment ! At least you had free labour from the two stooges ! 😅
Eddie, if you only knew...well, I'm guessing you have a pretty good idea...it's even worse when the three brothers get together, lol.😂
@@PurpleOnThree 😂 Oh Geezus
That's really cool and interesting vidz my friend. I really love your ride. She's absolutely awesome with that shocks. Keep it up and more vidz to come my friend.
Thanks! Will do! 💜💜💜🤗🤗🤗🏍️🏍️🏍️
Nice, some customer service 👌 Glad you got it sorted 😎
Yes, really nice that Elka comes to the rally and I was so happy to have it adjusted...I should never have assumed it came correctly but I am new to the suspension upgrade world so I didn't know...🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️
Everyone loves a make over. I changed the shock on my GSX. Made a world of difference. A big job indeed. The settings from the factory set for me were not good either. Take care 😎
You were probably smart enough to know it needed to be adjusted differently! Now, was that something you changed yourself?
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@@PurpleOnThree yes I adjusted it myself but easy to get to on my bike . I had the shock installed professionally though. Adjusting it took time, just trail and error. 👍
another great video
this should do well over time as people want to know about mods and upgrades
thank you so much, John...I sure do appreciate your input! It's nice when fellow content creators help each other out!!
Seems a lot of people talk about suspension upgrades being the best upgrade they’ve ever done. I think one day I’ll find out.
I think you will too! Start saving your pennies...I don't think any of them are inexpensive....
Makeover madness Yes from Canada !!!! Well done video was informative and interesting. Dipstick LOL.Sounds like a snowmobile with a bad muffler.When you started it with the muffler lose
Makeover madness, lol! Oh, the editing I must do when the brothers get together, lol...I loved how it sounded, but alas, now have an S pipe AND a baffle...no baffle made my teeth rattle, lol!
Bye bye 🐱...Exhaust sounds even more grunty 😎😎Well done Tommy and bro 💪💪
Oh yeah, loved the sound!! I put on an S pipe from Lamonster Garage (that was an easy install) and rode a few times without the baffle...I couldn't take the sound on the highways so I ended up putting the baffle in. I'm thankful Tommy and his brothers know how to do this stuff...I'm learning! I know how to change my own oil now. Hope you and Rachel have a wonderful week! 🤗💜
Nice video! Very useful 👌 Stay safe out there
Cheers
Thank you so much! Hope you have a blessed rest of your day and a great week! You stay safe out there too with the crazy drivers!! 💜🤗
@@PurpleOnThree yessssss 😂😂😂😂
Nice Job my friends 👍🏻
Thank you! Cheers! Hope you have a great week!💜
Quite the job to do there guys but worth it in the end...cool video seeing it all been done and interesting as well.
Thank you! I'm grateful Tommy and his brothers can figure some of this stuff out...I am learning!💜
Very cool. 👍🏻 Suspension is going to be the next big upgrade on my bike. Hopefully sooner than later. Haha. Every time we hit a bump Mrs NVA asks when. :)
ha hah, Mike, I bet she does!! The sway bar and the suspension were two of the best upgrades I could make! Tommy has to upgrade his this spring as well...take care and ride for us...be safe!!
If their history is based on off road stuff, then they know what they’re doing! ✌️
Absolutely!!🤗
1:56 nice big work shop.
Yes, thankful we can have it...holds our tractor and a few other things! 💜🤗
Congratulations on the video.
Have a perfect day friend. 💚65
Thank you! You too!💜💜💜🙏🤗
A suspension upgrade is arguably the most important one that riders can have done… great job! ✌️
I was glad I could do the upgrade, Roger! Tommy is next with his HD!
OOOOOO....... Shiny and pretty - us girls love shiny pretty things..... LOL Loved the video Jody. Very informative.
🤩 oh yes we do, Leanne!! Thank you...I hope I can help others if they are trying to decide about a shock upgrade...
Shocks, seats and handlebars are the three mods to make your ride your own. Congrats to Tommy for not losing anything. Cheers Dave
Now if we could just say the same about our washing machine repair skills, lol!! 😁😂💜
Hope you enjoy your new shocks.
Thank you, Larry! 💜🤗 Hope you are feeling better! 🙏🙏🙏
Wow, Elka Shocks looks great Jody, I'm happy for you🙏🏻
Ride safe always
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Thank you! Be safe! Are you riding now?
Job well done👍🏼
I'm glad I have family to help with installs...and save a little money!
Anything that improves stability and handling is always worth it. I know that I have to change the rear mono shock on my cruiser soon and can’t believe they want $900 for the part 🙄
Yikes! Is that something you can do yourself? I don't know what it would have cost if we had to pay for the installation as well...it took a good amount of time!
@@PurpleOnThree yep, I can do it myself. I just can’t believe the cost of the shock 😳
Crazy! But I'm glad you are able to do the install yourself.
Rock on, should make the ride a lot smoother. I just purchased some Progressive Springs for my Goldwing... I just have to put them in now..
Tony, is that something you will do yourself? Once the rear one was adjusted properly, my ride improved greatly! Tommy is getting new shocks this year too...
@@PurpleOnThree My friend Dave is going to do it for me and I'm going to watch. Not that i'll ever attempt to do it LOL, but at least I can say I know how it's done LOL.
hello, Anything that improves stability and handling is always worth it. thanks
Absolutely! Do you ride?
Did you mention to the factory that TimmyG quite often sits on the rear seat of your Spyder?
Oh, I forgot to mention that!! No wonder the rear one had no recoil and was so stiff!! Silly me lol!😂
This video " Shocked " ⚡ me more than I thought it would. That might be a good thing, I haven't decided Yet. 🤪. NicelY Done. Thanks for sharing. StaY Alert. rYde Safe in a fun waY. Keep on SpYdering. 🇺🇲😎💜💜💜💙💙.
Lots of shocking going on here, lol!! Hope you are doing well!! 💜💜💙💙🤗🤗
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Great review looking to buy a set for the front this week, thanks!! We just met you up at the Three Wheeler Rally.
You're welcome! And thank you so much! Was great meeting so many nice folks! Will you be attending the Spyder Rally in Nixa Missouri? The shocks helped me navigate the rough Alcan Highway in the Yukon and in Alaska! 😅
@@PurpleOnThree yes we are attending the event. I took the pictures in the park for last year’s event. Plus a friend and I met you at the Walmart when you and your husband were getting ready to head home. Anyway thanks again
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Thanks 😄 and happy new year!
Sounds good
thanks, Edd! I liked it, but did add the S pipe from LaMonster and after a few rides, decided the baffle needed to be added as well...highway speeds made my head vibrate! Happy New Year!
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I might want to argue that the stock suspension is adjustable. I just checked my 2023 F3-S, and it does seem they have preload adjustability. I would also question that Elka, although technically rebuildable, would cost almost as much as a new shock. Has anyone ever sent a shock back to be rebult outside of warranty and can post how much the cost was?
That could be on your model but not adjustable on my 2018... Which was an F3T basically made in to a limited. The Elkas are adjustable and certainly would cost considerably more if paying for the installation. Luckily I've got some handy dandy fellas in my life. Also, I test rode a 2023 F3 Limited special edition series last year and noticed that the suspension was considerably smoother on that model. I have thought of trading up but nobody wants a spyder with 72,000 mi on it for trade-in 😂🤷♀️
Good time to wipe everything down while the plastic is off.
Stock shocks are never comfortable.
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That is a wonderful idea! Back in the day when I had two wheels, I never rode my motorcycles enough to care about upgraded suspension. But after miles and miles of riding, I can definitely understand why shock upgrades are on everyone's Christmas list! 🤗💜
My bike needs nothing. Except suspension would be cool. I could spend 10k on parts.
Ray, you are not wrong about parts!! Holy smokes!! I'm glad your bike is good to go!! I think Tommy has to get upgraded suspension before we travel this year...hope you have a great rest of your Sunday! 💜🤗
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Woo hoo!! 💥💪🔥 You have just won yourself a free bike wash by TommyG...you can cash in your coupon the next time we are driving by Casa De Redneck...😂💜🤗 I'll let him know so he can schedule your bike wash...well maybe since you've been first before...it will be Three bike washes??? 🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️😁
Did the shocks make a difference for when you have to haul Tommy G back from the Hardley dealership? 🤪
Bah hah hah hah!!! Well, he definitely felt the bumps on the backseat as the pillion because I had not had the rear shock adjusted yet!! What a lovely reminder for him...he loves those rides!! 😂🤗💜
Cushy Tushy I always say!!
Unfortunately those elka sucked had them on my bike for a week. Ended up going with Fox shocks love them no Issues.
Oh no, Dave! I wonder if they weren't adjusted properly ...like the issue I had with my rear one??? Anyways, I'm glad you like the Fox shocks!! 💜🤗
@@PurpleOnThree No they were. Sent them back to the rebuilt end up having the same problem after They were Fixed
@@the-d-man1013 they had to be rebuilt after a week's use? That sounds odd!
Being Canadian must be good eh ?
Eh? Yes, for sure! John just happened to be staying at the same hotel we were so we visited with him one evening!💜
Like my bike …. It takes a long time to remove all the Tupperware
Tupperware, foreverware....all the same!! I didn't realize you had a lot of plastic to remove to work on your bike, Eddie!
Firs..... well, Second!
Well, dang close, Xavier!! TommyG can wash your Ryker...that is the 2nd place prize!! Next time we are in Alabama you can cash in your prize! I'll be sure and let him know! 🤗😁💜
@@PurpleOnThree 😂😂😂
It would probably take him all of five minutes... Carnage is not as big as your Spyder!
@@BlakICE well... It may take a little longer just because he's pretty particular and would want to do an awesome job!! 🤗💜
I think after 26000 miles you are more than qualified to give your opinion.
it's just my humble opinion!🤗💜...thank you, Matt!
Lol, you done a great job, supervising, in your comfy chair 💺
Why, thank you, Jamie!! I was just following doctor's orders with elevating my foot, lol! Hope you have a great rest of your Sunday!! 💜🤗😅