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I am very close to purchasing a 2014 RT. I have a few questions, does the 1330 have plenty of power with two riders? I plan to take a few trips with my wife and was wondering how it pulls in the mountains? Has anyone encountered any problems with it bottoming out with two riders?
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There's more than adequate power for two up in the mountains. With the six speed transmission you can easily get yourself in trouble with your passenger if the hooligan bug bites. If you purchase an RT-S or Limited you can adjust the rear suspension on the fly. On the RT you can tune it yourself but must manually add air to or bleed it off the system.
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So far I only have experience on flat roads and gentle hills, but I don't think lack of power will be an issue with the 1330. It seems to have power to spare and I'm coming off a powerful motorcycle. With me at 215 and my wife at around 105 there has been no problem with bottoming out going in or out of driveways, but I'm sure it's possible with a steep transition. I would have no hesitation to head to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado or to Springfield, MO for Spyderfest. 
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 Originally Posted by Professor
So far I only have experience on flat roads and gentle hills, but I don't think lack of power will be an issue with the 1330. It seems to have power to spare and I'm coming off a powerful motorcycle. With me at 215 and my wife at around 105 there has been no problem with bottoming out going in or out of driveways, but I'm sure it's possible with a steep transition. I would have no hesitation to head to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado or to Springfield, MO for Spyderfest.
My wife and I are right at the edge of rider capacity and we have ridden in several mountain ranges pulling a fully loaded trailer with no problems at all. You will be fine. I really like the on the fly rear air suspension change. Glad I got it!
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The old engine could struggle some, but the 1330 doesn't have any issues based on riding style. I think you'll be fine.
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Originally Posted by Billhall
I am very close to purchasing a 2014 RT. I have a few questions, does the 1330 have plenty of power with two riders? I plan to take a few trips with my wife and was wondering how it pulls in the mountains? Has anyone encountered any problems with it bottoming out with two riders?
I've had a 2010, 2012 and now a 2014RT Limited. My significant other and I rode my 2014RT Limited all over the Black Hills of South Dakota last year without any problems. (and going back this year with 3 other Spyder Ryders) I do remember having to shift down a couple of times on some very steep hills but no big deal. the 1330 with 6 speed works great.
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Thanks for everyones advice. I am super excited I picked up my new RT today. This is our first 
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Thanks for everyones advice. I am super excited I picked up my new RT today. This is our first
Congratulations. I think you will love it.
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We ride two up most all time in WV, Pa and Md mountains. No power problems at all. Love our  . 2014 RTS
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Yes, the 1330 engine does have plenty of power, on the 2014RTS-SE6. Also, Welcome to the 2014 Club, Deanna
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