Need advice please

[Bsmith88]

Hello everyone!

I am so excited to find this forum! I am a female rider, 4'10 and 135 lbs. I recently took the motorcycle training and did not complete the course. I just didn't feel safe on two wheels. I have signed up for the Spyder training at the end of August and am very excited! I am hoping this will be a way that I can ride with my husband on my own ride.

My question to you all...which Spyder, considering my size would be the easiest to ride? Any other thoughts that you care to share would be great!

Beth

[Mr. White]

I am sure most will advise to go to a dealer and sit on the different models. I have not but think most sit about the same. Little difference I think. Go sit and see. There are custom seat manufactures out there if needed. Good luck.

[Dmetcalf]

You sit down in it and should have a better fit for someone your size. Just my opinion here. Welcome to the club ..!!

[DGoebel]

Yes, what they both have stated. The F3 certainly has more "out of the box" adjustability. The RT's can have the Tri-Axis bars installed to make the handlebars reach more appropriate, but the seat to floorboard/brake lever is barely adjustable (a possible thinner seat to lower that distance).
But you have to be comfortable on whichever model you do ultimately choose.
So, OFF to the dealer with you, (or maybe you have some local Spyder riders who might visit and let you try sitting on theirs and all.)
IF you do go to a dealer, ask them if they have any of the F3's UFIT components for shorter riders and would they set a spyder up with them.

[Bob Denman]

I've got a perfectly good RT-L got sale...
Here's my Missus sitting on it, and she's just 5'

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[ARtraveler]

Also recommend a "test sit" to see what is best for you. The F3 has more adjustments for the driver. I say that even though I am an RT person.

[pegasus1300]

Actually I think the RT and the F3 sit and ride very differently and I agree that the most adjust ability is in the F3 platform. That is why you need to go see them and sit on them both without any preconceived ideas. And if you can ride them both or have somebody take you on them. This a very personal decision and a lot of money. Welcome to the Spyder world. It is a great ride and a great way to get into motorcycles.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Hello everyone!

I am so excited to find this forum! I am a female rider, 4'10 and 135 lbs. I recently took the motorcycle training and did not complete the course. I just didn't feel safe on two wheels. I have signed up for the Spyder training at the end of August and am very excited! I am hoping this will be a way that I can ride with my husband on my own ride.

My question to you all...which Spyder, considering my size would be the easiest to ride? Any other thoughts that you care to share would be great!

Beth

..... A lot could depend on your finances .... I think the a Spyder with the 1330 engine is best .... and because of your size ( ) .... Any F-3 could probably be set-up for your body dimensions .... If you would be a used one ( from 2015 ) the cost wouldn't be too much ( I don't think ) .... otherwise any GS - RS - ST could easily be tailored to fit .... Dog Bone handlebar risers make the steering waaaaaay more comfortable ... they are about $75.00 and fairly easy to put on ........ good hunting .... Mike

[gnorthern]

.Dog Bone handlebar risers make the steering waaaaaay more comfortable ... they are about $75.00 and fairly easy to put on Mike

Will dogbone risers work with and F3-T with a LaMonster telephone holder?

I hate to sound dense, but I am not getting it. I have four screws holding my handlebars in place, and only see two screws on every riser I see.

Thanks.

[Floridian2017]

I sat on both bikes and ended up buying the RTS because of the comfort. It was a mistake. After driven the F3, there is no comparison. RT's are very comfortable. You can't beat that. F3 is more fun. Has more customization options and can fit and/or be adjusted to any person size. It also feels sportier. RT=Cadillac. F3=Corvette.

[Chefex]

I sat on both bikes and ended up buying the RTS because of the comfort. It was a mistake. After driven the F3, there is no comparison. RT's are very comfortable. You can't beat that. F3 is more fun. Has more customization options and can fit and/or be adjusted to any person size. It also feels sportier. RT=Cadillac. F3=Corvette.

Nice comparison! Spot on!

[Rondaa]

The only way to know which is right for you is to ride them.see how you feel on them .make sure it's right for you.i have a bad knee though a spider would work for me but my knee gives me trouble when riding.trying to sell it for a lot less than I paid 4 months ago no luck selling

[WilderThomas]

Hello everyone!

I am so excited to find this forum! I am a female rider, 4'10 and 135 lbs. I recently took the motorcycle training and did not complete the course. I just didn't feel safe on two wheels. I have signed up for the Spyder training at the end of August and am very excited! I am hoping this will be a way that I can ride with my husband on my own ride.

My question to you all...which Spyder, considering my size would be the easiest to ride? Any other thoughts that you care to share would be great!

Beth

I'm fighting lymphedema and metastatic unknown primary cancer, but I and the wife own a 2012 Can Am Spyder RTS. Whatever model you decide on, will always be a matter of personal choice. What do you intend doing with the machine? Short rides, rides across the state, or the country? Do you want something with a significant amount of storage capacity, such as the RT offers, or are you more interested in sporty performance? This summer has been "overly warm", in the upper 90's and low 100's, so the Spyder has remained connected to the battery tender, under a protective cover. Neither the wife and I are much into hot weather riding. Once you obtain your license, it might be best if you can find a dealer offering demo rides, so then you'll have a better idea of what most suits, you.