Unlike some I have no issues with the looks, always throught this filled the gap in their line-up and can see the attraction.
Personally I wouldn't want one as I prefer the riding position of the RS, I've made no changes to bars, pegs or seat as the stock riding position is just right for me. I must admit I also still prefer the RS' s utility appearance. So no I'd I'd not switch but I know why you and others may.
I am not switching per se but still see the F3 as an add to my stable
220,000 Mile Spyder Ryder, IBA Premier member #59352, Saddlesore 1000 (11), Bun Burner 1500 (3), Saddlesore 2000 (2), Bun Burner Gold, MILEEATER SILVER
Not in the cards for me, I have 4 more years on my current ST-Limited and honestly, the prices to build one like I want is over $34K and that's without a stereo, No Thanks
I won't be making the switch. I am heavily invested in my RT's. I like the new style and the concept though. I will just sit back and enjoy the F3 through other's posts when they start hitting the road.
Was there a subliminal message in Lamonsters post about the GS/RS above?
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Nope, not making the switch. Just not enough of a performance move for me.
If any of you haven't spent any time with forward controls, you might want to do an extended test ride.... Forward controls can be good and bad...
I've had one cruiser with forward controls, a Suzuki Intruder. Liked the looks but couldn't get on the forward controls. Had that bike for 6 or 7 years but often opted to ride my Honda CD175 or Jawa 350 instead, neither of which would normally be peoples first choices:-)
As I said I think the F3 is the right choice for BRP and is going to bring in a lot more Spyder riders - hopefully the extra revenue will be spent on developing a bigger engined RS:-)
Never had forward controls but you would think that since you don't have to put your feet down or balance the bike, it would be a much better riding experience.
Never had forward controls but you would think that since you don't have to put your feet down or balance the bike, it would be a much better riding experience.
I tend to be opposed to motorcycle cruisers for the same reasons: slow-speed control, stability, and dear God, why do they all have to be so HEAVY?? But for the above, obvious reasons, I can't imagine any of those downsides of forward controls on two-wheels carries over to the three-wheeled Spyder, the F3 seating position really just providing more comfortable (for some) ergonomics.
No, my concern was the loss of the "sporty standard" seating position on the RS would be detrimental to weight-shifting on the Spyder, the surest way of wringing the best performance out of the twisties. I don't care all that much about 0-60 times on my RS, and top speed = what I'm comfortable defending before a judge. But twisty performance is the one area where I *won't* compromise.
However, all the early reviewers from those in the know attest that this is NOT the case-- and, surprisingly, the opposite is true: the cruiser position actually *improves* the Spyder's performance through corners.
Of course, I trust, but verify, so I'm looking forward to trying out the F3 myself. I'm still not sure I'd jump for one-- optioned out the way I'd want it, the price is VERY steep-- and, let's be honest: my gut still says BRP is going to offer something to refresh/replace the RS in the near-future, and that may ultimately be more my speed.
BUT, BRP had my curiosity... NOW, they have my attention.
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Silver 2010 RS SE5: Triple Play, Taillight, Brightsides, Fender Tips, Easy Risers; Evo Sway Bar; Airhawk R & Beadrider; latch springs; Grab-On grips; Crampbuster; 24" Madstad smoke windshield & deflectors; N-R round bag & soft saddlebags; BRP handlebar bag; Throttlemeister; Spyderpops Missing Air Dam & Air Mgmt System; Rivco driver & passenger boards & pegs; ISCI parking brake extension; Ultimate Midrider Seat w/both backrests, Fox Racing Shocks, Yoshi R-77 exhaust and a whole lotta love!
The F3 doesn't appeal to me... tiny frunk (they might as well call it a "glove box") and I don't like that kind of riding position at all among other things. It has a retro look rather than a futuristic look, IMHO.
Burnt orange with black trim? Who's coming up with these new color schemes?
I'll check it out and consider replacing my vtx. Besides, the rs is really my daughter's now. I love the ride on the rs but my shoulders and back can only take moderate rides. I like the cruiser (vtx) and touring (Goldwing) positions, especially with a backrest. The F3 may be a good mix of all of them.
Skip H.
'21 Can Am Spyder F3 S
'97 Honda Goldwing w/Hannigan Astro 2+2 sidecar
If it was a choice between the F3 and an alien abduction and all the usual abuse involved in that..................................I'd run with the abduction.
2018 F3 S, BRP SS Grill, Spoiler, Attitude Bars, #1 linkage kit, Chopped R Fender, TBR S1R slip On exhaust, Elka Stage 2 R Shock, Shad saddlebags
Yes but with twin exhausts exiting under the seat or lower down so you can move the pegs back to the RS position. Seat slightly higher. move the bars forward and down, ideally almost 'clip-on' style. small angular fairing....and you've got a 3 wheel version of the my old favourite the Suzuki Katana: 54_Suzuki_GSX_1100_S_Katana.jpg
Update: GS sold on Nov 7th....I'm temporarily spyderless... LINK DELETED
I am normally NOT a patient individual...this 4-month wait may be the end of me.
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F3S Steel Black Metallic Former owner of '12 RT-S SE-5 and '09 GS SM5
I just don't get the pull to go to the F3...I know the looks are a little more aggressive...and the pedals are forward (pros and cons to this) but the power to weight ratio is not better than the rs/rss models at all... in fact they are worse. So there is no performance advantages (out of the box) to the F3 over the RS/RSS models... unless my math is incorrect....someone please explain why anyone would move to the F3 besides just aggressive styling (which isn't a whole lot)
I like the fact that the F3 has the more efficient engine with less maintainence, but my RSS only has 1000 miles (in 5 weeks) so I am in no hurry to change. Plus, I have yet to even see an F3 in person, but I'll tell you this- I really dig the RSS agressively svelte look. Acceleration and cornering numbers would be interesting to compare.
Yes but with twin exhausts exiting under the seat or lower down so you can move the pegs back to the RS position. Seat slightly higher. move the bars forward and down, ideally almost 'clip-on' style. small angular fairing....and you've got a 3 wheel version of the my old favourite the Suzuki Katana: 54_Suzuki_GSX_1100_S_Katana.jpg
Oh yes....one of the most comfortable bikes I had ever ridden. I've no doubt that some enterprising soul will come up with a "rear-set" rig to get the feet back under your rump.
the F3 is starting to look better n better to me....
at first, i thought it looked like my John Deere lawn tractor.... but the more i look at this beast, the better it's looking....
who knows, maybe i'll have one in my MAN-CAVE in January.... but i'm keeping my perfectly grand '09 RS/SE5 also....
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annybody switching for the f3
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