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Project S will be a new model Spyder under $10,000. Due out fall of next year...
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2016 RT-S Pearl White
BRP Driver Backrest
Lamonster Spyderdock, (2) Spydercuffs
Magic Mirror w/Doc Humphreys tethers
(2) Rokform phone mounts
FOBO
SpyderPops Bumpskid,missing belt guard,Rear strobe LEDs
Lamonster LED headlights & foglights
Spyder Pockets
LED front fender kit -running & turn signals
Custom Back off mudflap
Vinyl nameplate & 1330 triple decals by New Image Signs
Custom RLS exhaust
Hogtunes speakers 5 1/4 front and back
Memphis Powersports Amp
Her name is " Purl"
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Originally Posted by Chupaca
A new guage for the RT and some colors.. and what is project S..?? Could not get the live feed but found bits and pieces. was there more..?
It's a new Spyder coming out next fall...under $10,000. Did not show it...
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Wouldn't that make it a 2019. The 2018 reveal is so lacking they are promoting a 2019 model that has no pics and no specs. Seriously..............
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Really...😲
Wonder if it will be a two-wheeler. They are gonna have to do some serious cutting to get down to under $10,000....
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Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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As I said yesterday not much would change and still has all the same problems. Vibrating belt, bad tires ECT. Not impressed with brp.
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Good one BRP! I was only anticipating a few new colours, so...
Cluster gizmo (for all except F3/F3-S) etc looks brilliant - people asked for these mod-cons, and here they are.
Project S - to be launched Sept 2018 - under USD $10,000, using Spark - capacity not stated. Well, we (some of us anyway) asked for an Entry Model - and here it comes.
We will ALL win with Project S - higher sales numbers and market penetration means the dealer network should also expand ... Win-Win
I for one will fully support Project S and will be curious to see where it goes.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 07-31-2023 at 06:45 PM.
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Being on my 3rd Spyder, I can't understand why they still have a 2-bit seat on a $30,000 plus machine. What would it take to put a seat that didn't look like cheap attempt at seat making. I got a Corbin for the 2008 GS, and a RDL for the 2010 RT which was transferred to the 2014 RT.
2008 GS SE5 in 2008
Traded at 43,000 miles for a left over
2010 RT SM5 in 2011
Traded at 57,000 for a left over
2014 RTS SE6 in 2015, which has 35,000 miles
Oct 19th, 2017, totaled 2014 RT while killing a Javaline
Dec 12th, 2017 drove a 2017 F3L home. What an awesome machine!
Never had any breakdown stranded issues.
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Now 2014 RT Limited Cognac
Was 2008 GS SM5
Don Garbarino
Cup Holder
GPS locking holder
Mud flap
Modified KNOTT grill
Phone holder and charger
Trailer hitch
Dual air horn
Auxiliary fuse box with relays
Heated clothing controller
volt/oil pressure gauge
Sequential signals in mirror
Tri Axis Handle bars
Baja Ron anti sway bar/heim links
shorty antenna
And many more
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Totally Lame
Being new to Spyders and reading all the Hype from experienced owners I got a good laugh. I don't or will never own an RT so if the gauge cluster floats your boat and a few colors then by all means power to you. Definitely didn't make me say oh damn screw my RSS I'm getting one of those.
As far as the Project "S", that was an even bigger laugh. BRP ain't no mom and pop shop so why just say yeah there will be an entry level Spyder. What better way to get entry level owners drooling at the mouth than a teaser pic from the R&D, potential specs, colors etc.
Obviously you can't be specific as someone like Honda might steal your ideas but just seems odd to me for ZERO info. Spyders are limited in the numbers so how about owner feedback program in the design and what better way to sell a new Spyder than the thousands of salesmen/saleswomen who ride them.
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2014 Spyder RS-S SE5
Mods:
ST Limited Wheels
RT Handlebars
Ultimate Seats ST Midrider
Lidlox Helmet Lock
Show Chrome Brake Pedal Extension
Excelvan X-Grip Cell Phone Holder w/USB Charger
Much more to come......
Ryder:
6'-1" - 205lbs - 32"IS - 34"Reach
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A new cluster is a step in the right direction, which has some nice added options, but I don't understand why BRP is holding on to some 10 year old technology. Several come to mind, such as drive belt vibrations. This has been a problem since their first bike and it still is not addressed. Secondly, OEM tires are just not good quality tires. I know everybody has found the middle of the rear tire wearing out before the outside edges wear. Thirdly, Lets put a great saddle on the Spyder. The Rt is a touring bike but the stock saddle is hardly what I call a great seat to tour in. And lastly, I wish the RT had an adjustable foot pegs, like the F3 has for us taller riders. I'm just feel somewhat cramped on the RT. I know everybody has a wish list and these are just of few of mine. Is it enough to buy a 2018 with only a cluster change and a new color scheme, not me, I'm sticking with my current ride. Just my 2 cents worth.
2017 F3 Limited in Intense Red Pearl
2008 Triumph Rocket (SOLD)
2002 Honda VTX 1800 C ( SOLD)
2014 Triumph Thunderbird Commander
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Agree this was a real snoozer.. and I'll bet money they have many problems with the new clusters and all they can do.
As far as a $10,000 machine? I don't see how this is a positive at all. It will devalue our current rides, trade-in values, resale, etc.
How about some more performance? Turbo? Shaft drive? Avoidance tech?
Glad I have no interest in a new model..... it will take some real changes for me to want to trade up again...
Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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The gauge cluster is nice for sure.......well, the features sound nice anyway but why not offer it on all models? It doesn't have to be standard but should at least be an option for every model.
I don't thin its realistic to think that someone that buys a base model F3 wouldn't want the option of having the new gauges.
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Originally Posted by Dudley
Being on my 3rd Spyder, I can't understand why they still have a 2-bit seat on a $30,000 plus machine. What would it take to put a seat that didn't look like cheap attempt at seat making. I got a Corbin for the 2008 GS, and a RDL for the 2010 RT which was transferred to the 2014 RT.
Because everyone's butt is different. Some are comfy on the stock seat and some will spend over a thousand dollars to make their backside happy.
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
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Well...we waited, we procrastinated about what, we saw.
I feel like I got Ralphied. A new dash, toggle switch, and some speakers?????????????
It looks like my predictions for the model year were right on about models, colors, and no engine tweeks. I do like the colors.
For me, not worth several thousand more for a new dash and a color change. Will be sticking with my 2011 and 2014.
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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I like the new dash,but was I the only one who looked for a new and improved turn signal switch when they showed the picture of the joy switch?
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So on the F3 video with the yellow F3 on their facebook page it says "Sport Mode" right by the rear tire. Creative marketing verbage or will it actually have a sport mode that modifies the nanny? Corvette has it, Ducati has it, along with a bunch of others.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 07-31-2023 at 06:47 PM.
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Originally Posted by Rob Rodriguez
The gauge cluster is nice for sure.......well, the features sound nice anyway but why not offer it on all models? It doesn't have to be standard but should at least be an option for every model.
I don't thin its realistic to think that someone that buys a base model F3 wouldn't want the option of having the new gauges.
Maybe because they're getting ready to drop the F3 & F3S next year? Maybe they need to use up a 2 year supply of the older F3 clusters!
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
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