The rack. Works well carries 30lb's. Kuryakin luggage..but there are lots of saddle bags and other travel methods. I like the roadster clean and three nuts and is is off...good luck...!!
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
Attached is a set up of the 08/GS I rode until the RT's came out. 23,500 trouble free miles. We had a pair--2008 and 2009. More pictures in the 2010 AK Gallery.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
This is a pic of my 09 when I took off without much of a plan the first week of July. Ended up on the Dragon, Devils Triangle, Rattler, Snake, Cherahala Skyway, etc.
This set up was great but I upgraded the stock seat to a comfort seat upon my return. Even better now. *EDIT* Also added Baker air wings for more air or less, and Kuryakyn hand grips. Even more better now. *END EDIT*
The vent in that 25" shield is important for keeping the jiggling eyeballs to a minimum at high speed.
I also wont forget my saddlebag rain covers next time.
The rack. Works well carries 30lb's. Kuryakin luggage..but there are lots of saddle bags and other travel methods. I like the roadster clean and three nuts and is is off...good luck...!!
What rack set up do you have on your GS? I would like to add something similar to my ST-S..
Carl
2012 White RT Limited and 2013 Yellow ST-S Think 3 .i.
This is a pic of my 09 when I took off without much of a plan the first week of July. Ended up on the Dragon, Devils Triangle, Rattler, Snake, Cherahala Skyway, etc.
This set up was great but I upgraded the stock seat to a comfort seat upon my return. Even better now. *EDIT* Also added Baker air wings for more air or less, and Kuryakyn hand grips. Even more better now. *END EDIT*
The vent in that 25" shield is important for keeping the jiggling eyeballs to a minimum at high speed.
I also wont forget my saddlebag rain covers next time.
My 2009 GS (since traded in) was set up like this beauty..Rivco floorboards,highway pegs,but with the hard case BRP luggage with top case...also had a Corbin seat with large oval backrest...Went to Colorado and back to Illinois just fine pulling a trailer..
I bought an Eddie Bauer bag that's waterproof and put 4 days worth of clothes in and strap it to my rear seat. I then put everything else I need into the frunk and have done a trip to SpyderFest and Spyders in the Redwoods with this setup without issue.
Hi Doc!
I certainly wasn't meaning to discount your vast accumulation of miles...()
But Jim's GS has been racking up his miles while riding double, and towing a trailer...
Thank you soooooo much for the picks!! They all look like great setups and I now have some great ideas. It's my hope to ride across country in the next two yrs. Maine to California, hitting every great micro Brew pub I can find
I've only had my Spyder since May and haven't been able to hit the road for a long trip, but have logged 1,600 local miles. My focus is on comfort with Rivco Driver Floorboards, Highway Pegs, Handlebar Risers, Mirror Extensions, Throttle Lock and an Air Hawk seat pad.
When I ride with my Harley buddies they want to stop and stretch every hour or so. I feel like I can go all day. I plan to add a BajaRon sway bar and a taller windshield next.
2012 Spyder RS SM5 - Steel Black Metallic"The Murder" Southern Cruisers Riding Club - Chapter 072 - Northern Illinois Two Brothers M2 Pipe; TB Juice Box; Hartco Custom Saddle; Rivco Driver Floorboards; Rivco Heel Toe Shifter; ESI Highway Pegs & Brackets; ESI 4.5" Easy Riser Handlebar Risers; BajaRon Sway Bar; Cycle Sounds Series 3 200 Watt Sound System; 14" Touring Windshield; Custom Dynamics Mirror Extensions; Kuryakyn ISO Grips; Kuryakyn Throttle Boss; Kuryakyn End Weights; Frunk Liner.
I have put on about 2,500 miles since June , mostly in New Hampshire, I would drive it more but don't have the time. LOVE NH RIDING ! Beaches, Lakes, back roads.
This is a great thread. I'm new to riding (Nov, 2012) but am on a 250cc scooter. My wife won't get on but she has expressed possibility in getting a spyder since sitting on one at a dealer. Anywho, I know one of these is in my future and would love to take some weekend and long distance trips solo or of course with my better half. This lets me know it can be done on an RS/GS model. Though, I do know with all "cra...stuff" my wife would bring, the RT is a better choice, still I like the sportier model. Sean BTW. I lurk quite a bit.
Here's my setup. I have found that I can put everything I need in my two hard bags and then put my rain gear and other riding essentials in the frunk! I love the hard side bags!
17 F3 Limited (Pearl White), Sena 10C intercom, X Grip iPhone mount, IPS key, spyder to go cup holder, Lamonster Highway Center Lane, TricLED engine lights, TricLED night rider, LS2 Helmets, Lamonster Bypass pipe, 2 Brothers Exhaust, mirror relocator kit, Bluetooth radio module, OEM Backrest, Rear LED Light Kit
I have just turned 90,000 miles today on our Spyder (and all on one motor, Doc). Any way the pics. show how we used to travel before getting my 'Lil Caboose trailer. We were able with the Corbin bags and the trunk to pack enough clothes for a week by rolling the clothes very carefully...but no matter how careful we were after the clothes were worn they just didn't fit as well going back in! However the trailer just makes it so much easier to pack and actually carry suitcases and tools and still have enough room for the wife to do some shopping.
Here are the pics.
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Corbin Bags and Corbin trailer hitch
Shark 250 Watt Sound System with 2 speakers in front 1 in back
Kurakyn Highway Foot Pegs
Garmin nuvi 1450 LMT with Ram Mount
F1 Queen Slider Windshield
Power Outlet
Shark communtication system
SDC L.E.D. 6" Tail/Brake Light
Gremlin Bell from Tail of the Dragon ride
Cortech tank bag
Kewlmetal adjustable handlebars
Elkas Shocks all the way around
Utopia Backrest Love my Spyder!!!
In 2011, I did a 3,600 mile trip in 6 days on my 2008 GS. I had most of the Spyder Pops aftermarket products installed and had a pair of soft saddle bags. I did 1,160 in one day with no issues.
Givi V35 sidecases, V46 topcase, tankbag, and frunk. Packed for two plus tent and sleeping bag in the big dry bag. DSC_1749.jpg
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Would love to hear and see pics of your setups.
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Ryder... 
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
RS - 55K+ miles, F3 - 200 miles and counting. 
forgot I had that pic up. lol
However the trailer just makes it so much easier to pack and actually carry suitcases and tools and still have enough room for the wife to do some shopping.
Love my Spyder!!!
