2nd Spyder-1st F3

[TerryTheSpyderRyder]

As a new owner of an F3-S Daytona SE6, and a previous owner of a 2013 RS-SM5, I must say Can_Am really got the Spyder right with the F3. The F3 doesn't cook your leg, it's a lot more comfortable, gets better mileage and performance, and maintenance is easier. I think the only thing the F3 lacks over the older RS is frunk space. The new one won't even hold a helmet. I'm fixing that with a rack and trunk on order, however. I noticed the owner's manual doesn't list the first oil change until 3,000 miles. I went ahead and did mine, along with the oil filter, at 600. I'm glad I did because the oil was a bit dark. I replaced the oil with full synthetic Rotella T-6. It is a bit of a chore doing the oil and filter, since there are two drain plugs and the filter is tucked under a panel, which adds a little time to the job. I replaced the main drain plug with a Gold Plug magnetic one while I was at it. No more stripped Torx plug. (I stripped the one on my old RS because the Stealer over-tightened it. What a PITA to get it out)! (What's with Can-Am and their love affair with Torx fasteners anyway?) Now that the trike is ready for the summer I am looking forward to covering the highways and byways!

[Bob Denman]

[TEWKS]

Kind of digging the F3 Limited lately but not quite ready to give up the RT. Oh yeah, and about 10K! Good luck with the new ride!

Pat