Chrome or Blacked-out - am I the only one who likes Chrome??
Just curious if I am the only one that likes chrome? I have an older RT, so on some days I daydream about getting a newer model. I have to look at 2014 and up RT's, because of my budget. It appears that about 70-80% are the Dark Edition and if I would bite the bullet even on a used unit, I would look 'til I find what I want; and for me personally, I don't want the Dark Edition. I think it is because I grew up in an era when we had to make do with black because we couldn't afford the chrome. And so there won't be any misunderstanding, I love you guys who like the blacked-out units. Whatever rings your bell.
Leon
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 03-16-2024 at 07:18 PM.
Reason: Expanded title to briefly ask the question; Cap's & ' 's ... ;-)
I don't particularly like chrome. I live in the desert and the sun shining off chrome is terrible. Therefore, I like blacked out. Each to his own and there ain't nothing wrong with whatever way you want. It's your machine.
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2005 Roadtrek Chevy 210P
2020 RT Limited-Chalk White SE6
I like my chrome edition; they don't offer it any more, the platine version is the "other than black" option, ICK! IMHO, it looks like a cheesey champagne metallic paint and I'll pass. It's a cheap alternative to chrome and makes an RTL less exspensive to produce; "less for more" seems to be the mantra for manufacturers nowadays!
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 03-16-2024 at 07:19 PM.
2020 Spyder RT Limited; Deep Marsala/Chrome
Formosa AZ01 165/50/R16's on PPA Recluse wheels up front
General Altimax RT43 215/60/R15 on factory rear Primary exhaust: RLS Cat delete w/ his baffle; secondary, custom built w/ Flowmaster HS2
Suspension: BajaRon swaybar (highly recommended!), M2 coil-overs, front & rear (also highly recomended!)
Extra LED lighting and misc. to suit my needs/wants
I'm a chrome guy, too. I have the "Dark" 2020 RTL and added a little. When I bought mine, I didn't like the chrome wheels, so I just improvised.
Last edited by Copperman; 03-16-2024 at 08:24 PM.
2020 Chalk, RT Limited, Dark and matching RT622 trailer and BRP hitch. BRP Drivers Backrest, Auxiliary Light, Garmin Zumo XT, GPS Support, RT Rear Panel and Travel Cover. Spyderpops LEDs on fenders, mirrors, saddlebags, top case and RT rear panel. Spyderpops Rock Guard. BajaRon Swaybar, Wolo Bad Boy horn, Freedom Windshield, Elka Shocks.
I'm a chrome guy, too. I have the "Dark" 2020 RTL and added a little. When I bought mine, I didn't like the chrome wheels, so I just improvised.
I will match you and rise you a couple chrome pieces.
2018 RT Ltd - Asphalt Metallic - East Valley of Phoenix
2018 RT Ltd Chrome - Champagne Metallic - Lake Stevens, Wa
(Champagne/Hooker) Magic Mirrors, 360 LED head lights, BajaRon sway bar, H&R springs and shock adjusters, dash cam, foam grips, third brake light 4 LED strobe for 7 seconds and then on steady, rear LED turn signals/8 ohm 50W resistors, sequential turn signals on front fenders, Vredestein and PPA Orb wheels on front and General out back, and driver backrest.
Things that move between machines: Ikea sheep skins, Zumo XT GPS, and extra tools. Hooker is going to be my summer trike up North; and Hookie my winter trike down South.
(Asphalt/Hookie) Elka shocks on front - BajaRon sway bar, OEM driver's backrest, LED headlights, dual USB with voltmeter, dash cam, foam grips - Magic Mirrors - front tires Vredestein Quatrac SL on PPA ORB Chrome wheels.
Here in the UK, from later this year, chrome plating is being banned. Even imported items or whole bikes or anything else must comply (except aviation). Guess we will be going back to the dark ages.
Alan.
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Here in the UK, from later this year, chrome plating is being banned. Even imported items or whole bikes or anything else must comply (except aviation). Guess we will be going back to the dark ages.
Alan.
Next thing we know, we can get any color we want, so long as it's black........ CBS Peacock will be devoid of color (all black); Dupont will save millions on a one-color paint chart........
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John B.
Current ride: 2020 Spyder RT-s Petrol Metallic Blue dark with OEM top case
I'm a chrome guy, too. I have the "Dark" 2020 RTL and added a little. When I bought mine, I didn't like the chrome wheels, so I just improvised.
BTW, I think those are the best looking chrome wheels that Can Am ever put on a Spyder. If they were not so expensive I would have gone with those vs the PPA wheels I now have on the Asphalt Grey one.
2018 RT Ltd - Asphalt Metallic - East Valley of Phoenix
2018 RT Ltd Chrome - Champagne Metallic - Lake Stevens, Wa
(Champagne/Hooker) Magic Mirrors, 360 LED head lights, BajaRon sway bar, H&R springs and shock adjusters, dash cam, foam grips, third brake light 4 LED strobe for 7 seconds and then on steady, rear LED turn signals/8 ohm 50W resistors, sequential turn signals on front fenders, Vredestein and PPA Orb wheels on front and General out back, and driver backrest.
Things that move between machines: Ikea sheep skins, Zumo XT GPS, and extra tools. Hooker is going to be my summer trike up North; and Hookie my winter trike down South.
(Asphalt/Hookie) Elka shocks on front - BajaRon sway bar, OEM driver's backrest, LED headlights, dual USB with voltmeter, dash cam, foam grips - Magic Mirrors - front tires Vredestein Quatrac SL on PPA ORB Chrome wheels.
Here in the UK, from later this year, chrome plating is being banned. Even imported items or whole bikes or anything else must comply (except aviation). Guess we will be going back to the dark ages.
Alan.
The British have always been a bit dull!
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2018 RT Ltd - Asphalt Metallic - East Valley of Phoenix
2018 RT Ltd Chrome - Champagne Metallic - Lake Stevens, Wa
(Champagne/Hooker) Magic Mirrors, 360 LED head lights, BajaRon sway bar, H&R springs and shock adjusters, dash cam, foam grips, third brake light 4 LED strobe for 7 seconds and then on steady, rear LED turn signals/8 ohm 50W resistors, sequential turn signals on front fenders, Vredestein and PPA Orb wheels on front and General out back, and driver backrest.
Things that move between machines: Ikea sheep skins, Zumo XT GPS, and extra tools. Hooker is going to be my summer trike up North; and Hookie my winter trike down South.
(Asphalt/Hookie) Elka shocks on front - BajaRon sway bar, OEM driver's backrest, LED headlights, dual USB with voltmeter, dash cam, foam grips - Magic Mirrors - front tires Vredestein Quatrac SL on PPA ORB Chrome wheels.
I like chrome. The guys at the shop tell me Chrome is Old School. I tell them that everything runs in cycles and comes back around (though I hope purple hair isn't in that loop). Chrome will be back at some point in the future. So, rather than being 'Old School'. Chrome lovers are simply ahead of their times!
in 2020 and 2021 we both got good deals on Limited Edition F3's. I went for the chrome and she went for the black. Usually, the LTD package is a couple $K extra. I good a good deal, so the chrome came for free for me.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
I like chrome. I have added some chrome additions to my '17 RTL Chrome Edition
If I decide to upgrade, I guess I will just have to adapt to the new chrome... ��
I do like the new white '24 Sea to Sky with the mocha wheels and accents.
I could live with that. ��
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 03-18-2024 at 01:28 AM.
I never have liked chrome, can't give a reason why. Just doesn't appeal to me.
2020 F3 SE6
Safety and Lighting: LED Headlight upgrade, IPS LED Fog lights, Show Chrome LED Fender Signals, LED Signature Light, Tric LED Afterburnerz, MotoHorn 2.0
Suspension: Wilbers Front and Rear Shocks, BajaRon Sway Bar, Vredestein Quatrac Front and Rear Tires
Comfort: Blue Ridge Windshield, Corbin Dual Touring Saddle, Ultimate Floorboards, OEM Passenger Backrest with Rear Shelf, OEM Passenger Floorboards Modified with High Risers from Pierre
Tackform Center Mount Phone Holder w/ rapid charging USB-C.
SO, my dark 2018 is getting chrome stuff, and got the shinny muffler heat shield also.
Last edited by Snoking1127; 03-18-2024 at 12:26 PM.
2018 RT Ltd - Asphalt Metallic - East Valley of Phoenix
2018 RT Ltd Chrome - Champagne Metallic - Lake Stevens, Wa
(Champagne/Hooker) Magic Mirrors, 360 LED head lights, BajaRon sway bar, H&R springs and shock adjusters, dash cam, foam grips, third brake light 4 LED strobe for 7 seconds and then on steady, rear LED turn signals/8 ohm 50W resistors, sequential turn signals on front fenders, Vredestein and PPA Orb wheels on front and General out back, and driver backrest.
Things that move between machines: Ikea sheep skins, Zumo XT GPS, and extra tools. Hooker is going to be my summer trike up North; and Hookie my winter trike down South.
(Asphalt/Hookie) Elka shocks on front - BajaRon sway bar, OEM driver's backrest, LED headlights, dual USB with voltmeter, dash cam, foam grips - Magic Mirrors - front tires Vredestein Quatrac SL on PPA ORB Chrome wheels.
I have been thinking about getting my wheels dipped with a Metallic blue color.
2020 F3 SE6
Safety and Lighting: LED Headlight upgrade, IPS LED Fog lights, Show Chrome LED Fender Signals, LED Signature Light, Tric LED Afterburnerz, MotoHorn 2.0
Suspension: Wilbers Front and Rear Shocks, BajaRon Sway Bar, Vredestein Quatrac Front and Rear Tires
Comfort: Blue Ridge Windshield, Corbin Dual Touring Saddle, Ultimate Floorboards, OEM Passenger Backrest with Rear Shelf, OEM Passenger Floorboards Modified with High Risers from Pierre
Tackform Center Mount Phone Holder w/ rapid charging USB-C.
I think the Platine (strange name, they should have gone with Platinum or Chrome) version looks great, but I'm not willing to cough up the extra $1500 for it. I did, however, order mirror covers that are silver rather than black because that part of the look and some degree of enhanced visibility is worth it to me. They should be at the dealer this week. Still no date on when the bike will show up.
I prefer the blacked-out look, but there is nothing wrong with the chrome look.
It can be very attractive but requires more effort to keep it clean and shiny.
It's just a matter of personal preference.
You say potato, I say potato................
If it ain't broke, don't break it.
IBA #47122
2020 RT Limited Asphalt Grey
I’m old school…..still love my chrome. That’ s not to say I haven’t seen quite a few blacked out bikes that catch my eye.
2014 Can Am Spyder RTL Chrome Edition
Led Headlights & Fog Lights
Frunk Organizer
Rear Trunk Organizer
Painted Windshield Bracket Black with Chrome Spyder
Leather Like Foam Hand Grips
Handlebar Weights
Plug N' Play Brake Light Flasher / Modulator Kit
Trunk Mounted Run, Brake & Turn Signal LED Light Kit
USB/Volt Meter
2 - Airhawk - R-REVB Cruiser Motorcycle Seat Cushions
Led Undercarriage Lights
Show Chrome Full Size Brake Pedal
Show Chrome - Chrome Handlebar Cover
UltraGard Essential Half Cover
Polished Stainless Steel License Plate Frame
KEMIMOTO Motorcycle Bottle Holder
Bluetooth 5.0 FM Transmitter
Hopnel Trunk and Saddlebag Cargo Net System
TackForm Center Mount Phone Holder
Trunk Mount Dual Flag Holder
High Way Pegs
Baldwin Ironworks Cat By-pass
K & N Air Filter
Magnetic Mirror Mounts
Kenda Kanine Tires
Originally from Medina, Ohio
Currently living in The Villages, Florida
Just curious if I am the only one that likes chrome? I have an older RT, so on some days I daydream about getting a newer model. I have to look at 2014 and up RT's, because of my budget. It appears that about 70-80% are the Dark Edition and if I would bite the bullet even on a used unit, I would look 'til I find what I want; and for me personally, I don't want the Dark Edition. I think it is because I grew up in an era when we had to make do with black because we couldn't afford the chrome. And so there won't be any misunderstanding, I love you guys who like the blacked-out units. Whatever rings your bell.
Leon
I ordered the Chrome just for the wheels alone ! I think the little bit of Chrome that comes in the package looks great. I have the red and black and all three goes nice together.
Chrome or Blacked-out - am I the only one who likes Chrome??
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