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    Question F3 Limited or RT Limited for 2up Riding, Newbie here with questions

    Looking at the F3 Limited and RT Limited, do mostly 2up riding with the wife on a 2 wheeler and want to go with a 3 wheeler. Looks like you can adjust the rider foot boards on the F3, but not on the RT. RT looks like they are not adjustable? But seems the passenger may be more comfortable on the RT? Do the passenger boards adjust on the RT and also on the F3? Any info appreciated, thanks.......

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    The passenger boards on the RT are adjustable. You need to either head to a dealer that will let you test drive both or find a BRP Demo Event.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01 View Post
    The passenger boards on the RT are adjustable. You need to either head to a dealer that will let you test drive both or find a BRP Demo Event.
    I like my F3T, but don't let anyone fool you into thinking it is an upgrade over the RT when it comes to full on touring. The driver may be more comfortable (to some people), but the passenger will never be as comfortable on a F3 Series, as they will be on a RT. Good luck with your decision.
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    Quote Originally Posted by blacklightning View Post
    I like my F3T, but don't let anyone fool you into thinking it is an upgrade over the RT when it comes to full on touring. The driver may be more comfortable (to some people), but the passenger will never be as comfortable on a F3 Series, as they will be on a RT. Good luck with your decision.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01 View Post
    The passenger boards on the RT are adjustable. You need to either head to a dealer that will let you test drive both or find a BRP Demo Event.
    I went to a dealer and rode the RT but not the F3, I could do either but want the passenger comfort for the wife.

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    Only YOU can make the decision over comfort. I said in a previous thread--I have only had experience with The GS/RS (the F3 predecessor) and the RT. I don't like the F3 ergos. RT wins out on comfort for me. The RT is made for touring two up. The F3--not so much. It's like comparing a cruiser with a gold wing. IMO.

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    RT for touring two up . F3 for short day trips .
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    Quote Originally Posted by fastfraser View Post
    RT for touring two up . F3 for short day trips .
    I have had my 2016 F3 Limited for just over 13 months and have logged almost 21,000 miles. It's not as comfortable as my RT Limited was, but I'm used to it now. The most I've done in one day is 900 miles. Cruzr Joe and I did that on our way to Deadwood, SD last Monday for the 3 Wheeler Rally.
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