Thornoli's

02/08/2026

Android Auto (wireless) for 2024 and up Spyders now available and working

First Amazon links to the 3 products required to install.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2L5G1FK
Only buy this particular one, direct from Binize. It will have the updated software that works with the CanAm Spyders already installed.

Motorcycle SAE to USB power supply
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB5S6W9W

Motorcycle SAE charging leads
https://www.amazon.com/PACK-Sae-Ring-Terminal-Harness/dp/B09GFTBJ3F

You will have to have a Bluetooth headset already paired to your bike and powered on for this to work just as for CarPlay without this box. A microphone and speakers are required and the headset is how this bike get those connected to CarPlay and now Android Auto.

Installation is simple. The Binize AI Box comes with a T-shape USB cable that will connect to your bike and the box. The extra lead goes to the USB power supply that will power the box BEFORE the instrument cluster powers up and looks for a CarPlay connection.

Plug it all in, boot up the instrument cluster and the setup screen will come up instead of CarPlay. The cluster and box may need to reboot a couple of cycles to auto determine and format the image to fit the CanAm screen. Once you have the Android system up and running, launch the Autokit app to start Android Auto and pair your phone to the Binize box. Once you have it connected, you can go into settings on the Binize box to auto launch Autokit each time your bike connects. This will have the system come up in Android Auto every time you turn on the bike. Wirelessly. No need to plug in your phone!

Next, if you are a CarPlay user, this box can connect wirelessly to an iphone as well giving you wireless CarPlay.
Lastly, the Binize box can function without a phone connection at all if you install a sim card in it for wireless connectivity and the apps, including unrestricted full video, run directly on the box. I had no need for this while riding so did not explore that system much.

I have had this system on my F3 for a couple weeks now and several rides and the it has worked perfectly. Stats up and launches each and every time the bike is turned on. Even remembers what I was listening to. (I use an app called PlexAmp to use my large music library at home and on my phone). Google Assistant works great through the headset. I have searched for locations and navigated there using voice command as well as asking for weather and news.

I think this is sufficient information to get folks thoroughly confused so I will stop here but feel free to ask questions. I am not selling anything here, I do not have a business relationship with Binize other than I purchased the product (adaptor box number 23 that I tried) and worked with their development staff to squash a few bugs and get this working smoothly. ENJOY!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to our fabulous Customers and Friends. May you all be surrounded by those you love.

James and Louise

04/21/2025

On Friday, April 18, 2025, our beloved Shotgun crossed over the Rainbow Bridge to Heaven. We are heartbroken, but he's no longer in pain and struggling to walk. We believe he's running, jumping and swimming in the beautiful fields, mountains, streams and oceans of Heaven just as he did here; he just doesn't have me taking so many pictures of him now. 😉
I have no doubt he's visiting with my Mom and Dad, along with friends there. He's going to be busy playing with his past Caring Critters, NAACR (Crisis Response) and Alliance of Therapy Dogs Airport Therapy Team members that were waiting on him to arrive.
I hope Bandit, his predecessor and Paw Angel that sent him to us was the first to greet him and say "What a good boy SG; you did me proud," you lived a wonderful life and touched so many hearts.
🐾❤️🐾
SG and I got each other through many health challenges and motivated one another to live life in the moment. He inspired me to be kind, compassionate, love deeply and have fun everyday.
He's a part of our hearts and always will be. We lived life to the fullest every day.
I'll call out to him when I'm on my way to Heaven. I look forward to those slurpy smooches when I get there; then we'll go for a walk on the trail. Your Daddy will bring you all the Frosty Paws and Stuffed Toys your heart desires.
I'll see you in a bit, baby; we love you.
🙏🐾🥰🐾🙏
Turn up the volume to view the slideshow. He brought joy and happiness to so many of us.
Louise & James

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03/02/2025

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10/10/2024

New Safety Recall for 2017 thru 2019 Spyders. Defective output shaft leads to breakage.

Use our VIN lookup tool to check for recalls on your car, or search by make and model. Also, get recall information on car seats, tires and equipment.

06/21/2024

Having a great time with Louise Thorne, Melvin Young, Russell Darla Lejeune, Pat Kotara, Jon on tour in Alaska.

What a great way to celebrate turning 60.

04/24/2024

What an amazing class this was. Learned a lot, drove the car faster and harder than I could have ever imagined doing and yet the car and me are just fine. Great instructors and facilities. Class act all around. The red 01 car in the photo was my toy for the two days.

11/02/2022

Attn all Ryker owners. New recall published this morning effecting all 2019 thru 2023 Rykers.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V799000

Manufacturer Bombardier Recreational Products, Inc.

Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected 46,119

Summary

Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Ryker motorcycles. The position light and flasher electrical harnesses in the front fenders may loosen and rub on the tire, leading to a short circuit and resulting in an engine stall while driving.

Remedy

Dealers will secure the two harnesses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 30, 2022. Owners may contact Bombardier customer service at 1-888-272-9222.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V799

Use our VIN lookup tool to check for recalls on your car, or search by make and model. Also, get recall information on car seats, tires and equipment.

10/30/2022

UPDATE from Lonestar Rally:

After seeing all your comments, the Lone Star Rally requested more clarification regarding 3-wheelers on the Strand. We were officially told that all 3-wheelers will be allowed to ride down the Strand without exception. Regarding 3-wheeler parking directly on the Strand, due to safety and congestion concerns, they will allow motorcycle trikes similar in size to a Harley-Davidson Tri-Glide to park on the Strand, and accommodation will be made for anyone with handicapped plates. However, vehicles that approach small sports cars in length and width, like Slingshots, will need to park in dedicated areas exclusive for them, such as the lot on 22nd between Strand and Harborside Dr adjacent to the Strand as well as another area just added today, 20th st in both directions off the Strand. These areas are still in the middle of the downtown action. Should you have a vehicle that won't be allowed to park on the Strand, and you are not happy with the nearby solutions we are offering, you can request a refund by emailing [email protected] and putting “REFUND” in the subject line. We at the Lone Star Rally will continue to work hard to make this the best rally experience possible for everyone.

10/29/2022

Just a heads up to anyone planning on heading down to Lone Star next weekend. Trikes are no longer allowed on the strand and are limited to specific parking lots.

We just received official notification, and so we want to let you all know right away, that Slingshots, CanAms, and all 3-wheelers will not be able to park on the Strand this year. They will, however, be able to ride down the Strand and park nearby (with a parking pass) at 22nd and Harborside (across from the Starbucks.)

Along the Seawall, there will be parking for 3-wheelers in the Pleasure Pier Parking lot at 25th and Seawall Blvd as well as the entire top floor of the Beach Central Park parking Garage. We do apologize for any inconvenience.

01/05/2022

Mark your calendars folks! The SCRC Conroe Chapter 19th Annual Chilly W***y is back! March 11-12, 2022. Thornoli's is proud to be a sponsor of this event and all of our friends and customers are invited to attend.

Come on out and enjoy fun and fellowship at the best event of the year to benefit Meals on Wheels Montgomery County. (MOWMC)

Event Location is Papa's on the Lake, 14632 TX-105, Montgomery, Tx 77356. Phone: 936-447-2500. https://papasonthelake.com

The Kick-Off Party with LIVE MUSIC by Grey Vinyl will be at Papa's on the Lake FRIDAY, March 11th starting at 6 p.m. - ? Open seating for dinner and fellowship with friends. 50/50 drawing at 9 p.m.
Registration will open at Papa's on the Lake at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 12th with the event ending by 4 p.m.
Registration will include:
- Guided Ride (Weather Permitting)
- Door Prize Tickets
- Goodie Bags (While Supplies Last)

The Guided Ride, weather permitting, is approximately 100 - 120 miles. The ride will depart at 9:30 a.m. sharp. Please be registered and gassed up by 9 a.m. for Ride Briefing.

We will have Door Prizes, a Silent and Live Auction, Table Games, 50/50 and lots of FUN!

Patches, Rockers and T-Shirts will be for sale during the event on Saturday.

Nearby Lodging info for Out of Towners:
Best Western Lake Conroe Inn
14643 TX-105 W
Montgomery, Tx 77356
936-588-3030
$ 109.99 per night
** RATE Cut-Off Date is FEBRUARY 10, 2022. **

We're looking forward to seeing so many friends, new and old; we missed you in 2021!
IT'S GOING TO BE AWESOME!
So come out and join us for lots of Fun and Fellowship to benefit our local Meals on Wheels Montgomery County.