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Picked up my new 2014 RT-S SE6 **AWESOME**
Hello all,
I'm new to the forum (maybe a week?) and after fretting over it for a while I finally took the plunge and on Good Friday, 2014 I bought a 2014 Pearl White RT-S SE6. I traded in a 2003 Honda ST1300 (an awesome machine) and a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic for my new Spyder. Needless to say I was a little apprehensive about switching from 2 wheels to 3.
Well, I've put about 110 miles on it since Friday and I have to say that I love it! So far I'm very impressed with the 1330cc engine torque and the semi-auto transmission is way better than I could have imagined. After many years of riding and working the left hand and foot to shift, I wasn't too sure about that semi-auto, but I'm hooked. Really awesome ride and I can't wait to get back out on the road.
I've been cruising this forum for a while now and I would just like to thank those that take the time to share their thoughts and technical know-how about the Spyder. I look forward to reading more and hopefully one day contribute. THANKS ALL!!
Steve
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Welcome to the party!!!
2014 RT Limited SE-6 in Black Currant. Mods so far: Rivco Trunk Mounted Double Flag Holder Kit, Diamond R Drivers Tour Mug, Tric Led Drink Holder, BRP Hitch, Mini Trailer USA Nomad Trailer. RonBar and links, Spyclops I & II, Lighted Bump Skid, LED head and fog lights. Foam hand grips. A arm lights, both upper and lower
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Congratulations and welcome to the group from JAX FL.
CJ JAX
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and welcome to spyderlovers! You defiantly picked an awesome machine to start with your spyder switchover!
** Loving my 5th Can-Am Spyder since 2007! **
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You will love the 2014 RT, they are one of the best Spyders built
so far, hopefully trouble free.
Toby
2020 RTL
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Originally Posted by spydertracks
Well, I've put about 110 miles on it since Friday and I have to say that I love it! So far I'm very impressed with the 1330cc engine torque and the semi-auto transmission is way better than I could have imagined. After many years of riding and working the left hand and foot to shift, I wasn't too sure about that semi-auto, but I'm hooked. Really awesome ride and I can't wait to get back out on the road.
Steve
Yes, I wasn't sure I was going to like the SE6 transmission since that is the only one my dealer ever orders but now that I've used it a bit, I'm really loving it. I especially like downshifting two gears going into an uphill turn or multiple downshifts pulling up to a stop. I have caught myself downshifting when I meant to upshift but it hasn't caused any over revving or anything.
Still playing around with RPMs for the right shift. Right now I'm thinking between 3800-4200
San Antonio, TX - 2014 RT-S Yellow (of course). Added BRP driver backrest to stock seat. Need to solve Blutooth and iPhone 5S integration problems next.
Former owner of a yellow 2008 Spyder, Cal Sci windshield, Crampbusters, KewlMetal mirror extensions, NoMagicNeon 4" risers, Corbin Seats and dual backrests. Happy Spyder Owner
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Welcome..!! Welcome..!!
To both the roadster world and this awesome site. Good choice your going to love it here and out there. Many miles of smiles ahead for you..!!
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
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4" Stubby antenna, Dual arm LEDs Fender LEDs, Back Rest, Luggage Rack, Run, Brake and Strobe for top case, Mirror LEDs,Back Off decal on mud flap, reciptal for Battery Tender and Heated Gear, mirror LEDs that stay on or work with blinkers, GPS, side bag red LEDs, Top cuff with Ram Ball phone holder And USB power, Top cuff with drink holder and passenger cup holder. Also grilles in front of radiators, also spyclops. Garmin 595 GPS, Freedom windshield. Also glove box console And trunk wrap in carbon fiber from wrap my spyder. BRP comfort seat. added garage opener with rocker switch in center console to match other switches. And I have added Elka stage 2 shocks.
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Like yourself, this is our first Spyder after looking at the 13's somehow we waited and got a 14 RTs. The Pearl White is a good color. Easy to keep pretty and is almost an an color for trim if you plan on that.
To the other guy that has made a few missed shifts. For whatever reason, sometime I have done it too. My guess is that from using triggers on the bicycles I somehow have a habit of brain fade.
PK
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Originally Posted by PMK
To the other guy that has made a few missed shifts. For whatever reason, sometime I have done it too. My guess is that from using triggers on the bicycles I somehow have a habit of brain fade.
PK
That's it! I ride mountain and road bikes and the triggers on the mountain bike are trigger to up shift and thumb to downshift. Going to be hard to unlearn that.
San Antonio, TX - 2014 RT-S Yellow (of course). Added BRP driver backrest to stock seat. Need to solve Blutooth and iPhone 5S integration problems next.
Former owner of a yellow 2008 Spyder, Cal Sci windshield, Crampbusters, KewlMetal mirror extensions, NoMagicNeon 4" risers, Corbin Seats and dual backrests. Happy Spyder Owner
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Welcome to more smiles to the miles club. Now you need to come to Spyderfest next week in Springfield, MO.
ToM
Spyderfest 2014
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Originally Posted by TonyMac
Yes, I wasn't sure I was going to like the SE6 transmission since that is the only one my dealer ever orders but now that I've used it a bit, I'm really loving it. I especially like downshifting two gears going into an uphill turn or multiple downshifts pulling up to a stop. I have caught myself downshifting when I meant to upshift but it hasn't caused any over revving or anything.
Still playing around with RPMs for the right shift. Right now I'm thinking between 3800-4200
My 14 RT-L SE6 seems to like the 3200-3500 RPM shift points. Coming off a 12 RT-L SE5 w/ shift points at 5500 RPM makes shifting the SE6 at a much lower RPM seem strange. But now with over 2800 miles under my belt on the 14 RT-L it's becoming natural to shift at a much lower RPM.
2016 F3-L Special Series? Mods: Lamonster IPS end caps w/ Gripper 3rd pegs, GPS mount, Power Plate, Perf. Muffler; Backoff Brake Light Strobe; CD Front (amber/red) Brightsides & Tip Kit; ISCI Flag Holder w/Long Poles; BRP Signature Light, Aux Lights, Saddlebag Liners, Garmin 590 GPS; TricLED foam Grips, LEDs (Aux/headlights); Pitbull Driving Lights; RDL seat; Ultimate backrest
Previous ryde: 2012 RT-L, 26,636 miles on it when traded; 2014 RT-L, 34,147 miles on it when traded
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It's so tempting to trade in my 2012 RTL in for a 2014 Pearl white.
ToM
Spyderfest 2014
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Great Minds ...
I was buying my 2014 Pearl White Spyder RT-S on Friday too! I put 100 miles on it on Friday and then visited family for Easter, so have 225 on it now. I, too, love it! I was given business cards for people who belong to two different ryding groups that are not too far from me... I plan to contact both of them and see if anyone else is planning to go to SpyderFest. Hope to see you there!
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