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F3 or RT?
Hi guys, I'm a newbie here. I am only starting to look for our Spyder and I'm trying to decide between the F3 and the RT.
I like the styling and reduced "Tupperwear" on the F3 and I'm coming from a Harley so the seating position would seem to be comfortable. We live in NC and run the ridges "briskly".
Is there anything that should make me choose the RT instead? We are planning to do 2 up approximately 40 percent of the time.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
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Both are great. But if you 2 up a lot, I would test drive with the 2nd rider and see how if feels for both... usually the 2nd rider will feel better on one over the other.
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RT or F3
Originally Posted by ncmedic
Hi guys, I'm a newbie here. I am only starting to look for our Spyder and I'm trying to decide between the F3 and the RT.
I like the styling and reduced "Tupperwear" on the F3 and I'm coming from a Harley so the seating position would seem to be comfortable. We live in NC and run the ridges "briskly".
Is there anything that should make me choose the RT instead? We are planning to do 2 up approximately 40 percent of the time.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Hi, I just traded my RT for a F3 T. The reason I traded is because the RT severely restricts airflow to your upper body. I had the vented windshield and the adjustable air vents and it was better but still the air was restricted. The RT also bothered my knee because of the riding position. My wife and I tried the F3 L with the case on the back and my wife didn't like the feel of the seat and was very uncomfortable. We ended up with the F3 T with the removable backrest and she is very happy The RT is great but I am glad that I changed to the F3. Hope this helps
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Any two up riding requires a RT! So the RT owners say even though let don't ride a F3.
Your money you choose.
Try both and see which one fits you and your passenger!
Don't make a 30K mistake.
Last edited by ABQSpyder; 08-11-2017 at 02:14 PM.
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You gotta test ride bofum to make an informed decision that satisfies YOU.
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A test drive is in order, and, bring the spouse along. Most people prefer the RT for two up riding. Add in more storage and it's usually a no brainer.
Cost wise--you will spend about the same. Style wise--the F3 wins hands down.
I am a RT person--with three of them to my credit. Tried the test sit on F3 and that was as far as I got.
Let us know what YOU decide.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)
MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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Originally Posted by ncmedic
Hi guys, I'm a newbie here. I am only starting to look for our Spyder and I'm trying to decide between the F3 and the RT. I like the styling and reduced "Tupperwear" on the F3 and I'm coming from a Harley so the seating position would seem to be comfortable. We live in NC and run the ridges "briskly". Is there anything that should make me choose the RT instead? We are planning to do 2 up approximately 40 percent of the time. Thanks in advance for any advice!
If you're into aggressive riding, particularly day rides solo, get the F3. If you're a more leisurely long distance touring type, get the RT. If you can afford it, get both!
2014 RTL Platinum
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Originally Posted by ncmedic
Hi guys, I'm a newbie here. I am only starting to look for our Spyder and I'm trying to decide between the F3 and the RT.
I like the styling and reduced "Tupperwear" on the F3 and I'm coming from a Harley so the seating position would seem to be comfortable. We live in NC and run the ridges "briskly".
Is there anything that should make me choose the RT instead? We are planning to do 2 up approximately 40 percent of the time.
Thanks in advance for any advice!
Had 2 rts and bought A F3limited. F3 hands up .wouldnt change for the world F3 l all the way
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This is just me and my opinion so take it with a grain of salt. I've only demo ridden 4 different Spyders since they came out in 2008. I'm leaving out the original one as it was too much like a sportbike's ergonomics but the next two were RTs first being a 990 V-twin and the second one a 1330 triple. I liked them both but the 1330 was a bit better. The ergos was very similar to sitting on a Gold Wing with about a 90 degree bend to my knees. Ride and handling were very similar on both RTs. In 2015 I got to demo an F3S and that made a world of difference with the feet forward ergos and the lower seating. It seemed to handle more like a sports car and less like a trike, at least in my mind. So base upon my limited experiences I have a preference for the F3 and if I were to get one I would pop for the F3 Limited so I could take my wife on it for some day trips and overnight trips. Just my measly two cents worth.
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4 summers on an RTS, and now with a new F3L we would never go back for both solo or 2 up. 2017 F3L does everything better for us.
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