Please allow me to introduce myself....

[oldgoat]

Hi all from Montreal,

Introducing myself so you'll know me when you see me.

Picked up my 2008 GS SM5 Premiere Edition #3068 with only 160km (100miles) on it last Thursday.

I test rode a GS SM5 in 2008, an RT SE5 last year & an RS SM5 last week. With my first ride I did not like it. With the second one I knew what to expect & enjoyed it more. Last week's ride was fun.

The one I have bought was originally purchased by a lady who rode it twice for a total of 160km then stored it in a heated garage. Last week she had the dealer from whom she bought it collect it & put it in the showroom as an accommodation or consignment sale.

I couldn't resist it!!

I'm a 72 year old grandad who just loves riding. I'm trading in my '06 Honda Silverwing maxi scooter as I have a hard time manoeuvring it around as I have a bum knee & a delicate lower back. I've had all sorts of bikes/scooters since 1957 ranging from a 125cc BSA Bantam when I lived in the UK to a Yamaha V-Max here in Montreal.

I'm somewhat apprehensive about my purchase & riding it, but I really hope it works out for me. I have purchased KewlMetal risers to give me a more upright sitting position & propose to get a taller screen (Givi or a BRP Touring-the shorter of the 2 they offer).

See you around

oldgoat

[Camdenlake]

Congrats. Thats quite the find. Give your self about a 500miles or so. I think thats what they say. I found less than 100miles did it for me. You will have some great times ahead.


Josh

[JJW SpyderRider]

[oldgoat]

Congrats. Thats quite the find. Give your self about a 500miles or so. I think thats what they say. I found less than 100miles did it for me. You will have some great times ahead.


Josh

It has 650km on it now with another 250 tomorrow. More relaxed each time I go out

[Derk]

You're going to love it. Good luck on your purchase, have lot's of fun, and drive safe.

[bikeguy]

Congrats and welcome. Hope you enjoy the new ride.

Cotton

[Camdenlake]

It has 650km on it now with another 250 tomorrow. More relaxed each time I go out

[cyclelover63]

......I was hooked after about ...ohhhh 1 mile!!!......

[SpyderAnn01]

and enjoy the ride.

[NancysToy]

[harrypottar]

[d.o.spyder-rts]

andto the family. Dale

[J. Mark]

Welcome to the Spyder family!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Grandpa Spyder]

From one Grandpa to another congrats and welcome to the fun.

[GloryRyders]

and on your "new" ............ Ryde Safe!

[SpyderDon]

Another grandfather wishing you the best with your new toy....

[JKaye]

Congrats on your new toy . Your gonna love it and you will definitely enjoy this site . Just watch out for the pot holes , the bridges , the traffic and get out of the city .

Ride safe

[Bob Denman]

Welcome aboard!

[arntufun]

Good purchase you OLDGOAT !!!!! I Love your screen name !!!!!!

[oldgoat]

WOW, thanks all!

Beautiful cloudless morning. Made my lunch & heading south to the Can/US border then west through Quebec's apple growing region. Should be away 4-5 hrs.

[Paula(Butch2025)]

glad you found the Spyder world...it should be just the thing you (bad knee and back and all).

[murphybrown]

Yep you made a great decision. I am here to confirm that 72 is only a number and more so when you ryde a Spyder. Welcome and congrats. 1000 miles and you and your ryde will be best buddies...

[Daisyjoe]

glad you found the Spyder world...it should be just the thing you (bad knee and back and all).

DITTO DITTO

[ARtraveler]

It sounds like you found a nice ryde. Glad to hear you are enjoying it so much. It will only get better.

[strictlyred]

take your time learning the bike..it took me a good 2 weeks of riding before i felt comfortable..