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    Default New Spyder Rider

    Hi all. I just bought a 2014 Spyder LTD. We're expecting snow today, so I'll probably pick her up next week.

    I look forward to getting to know fellow Spyder riders.

    Bob

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    on your new ride!
    2010 RT A&C, RT-L, RT-L , Orbital Blue, Cognac, Jet Black

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    Default Welcome, Bob..

    Best place to start is reading this Forum post:

    http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...-Spyder-owners

    Next item to get your hands on would be the Owners Manual. Yes - please do read the Manual.

    And of course, need pictures when available.

    Glad you found us here at Spyder Lovers.

    Enjoy your new ride.

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    Did own: 2008, Red, SE5 - and 2010, Black, RT-S Premiere Edition Number 670
    Now Own: 2014 Black RT-S SE6

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    Bob and Don, thank you for welcoming me to the forum. It's great to be here.

    Don, thank you for the advice. I greatly appreciate it.....and I need it. I've never ridden a three wheeler.

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    NEW YORK!!.................. Get a rope


    Welcome to the "More Smiles Per Mile" club


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    Default Welcome..!! Welcome..!!

    to both the roadster world and this most informative site...congrats on the new ryde.. hope that will be the end of the fluffy stuff...
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    It will take you 200 to 300 miles to adjust to the Spyder. Plan on doing a single long trip to do this, and stay OFF the major highways - use the winding back roads. One of the initial issues many have is the "death grip", causing you to tire early, and get sore. I have recommended to several new riders to practice riding open handed - just pushing to turn. Anyway, relax and enjoy the ride - remember that lonely right foot thingy is the only thing that will stop you!!
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    and on your new ride( 2014LTD) Don't be shy ask questions, we are here to help, I am glad that you found this site, Welcome to the Spyder world.

    I hope that the snow goes away soooooooooooooon for you, so you can lean how to ride spyder.
    Up here in Vermont we still have a lot of snow If you are looking for spyder events check out the Events/groups on the homepage. Sent a pm Deanna




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    Quote Originally Posted by Cruzr Joe View Post
    NEW YORK!!.................. Get a rope


    Welcome to the "More Smiles Per Mile" club


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    Didn't you grow up in Brooklyn??
    2010 RT A&C, RT-L, RT-L , Orbital Blue, Cognac, Jet Black

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    Thanks for the welcomes! And thanks for the advice/suggestions! I am very open to any and all advice/suggestions. It seems there's a lot more to riding and learning about the Spyder than I originally thought. I'm very happy I found this Forum.

    Deanna, I got your PM and will respond ASAP.

    Thanks again!

    Bob

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    and welcome to the party.

    Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.

    Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)

    MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles

    IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
    2020 F3L , Magma Red

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    Welcome, Bob. Congratulations on your new fun machine. Since you've not ridden a three wheel machine do read the safety portion of your owner's manual thoroughly, then relax, have fun and if warm enough, bring a tooth brush to scrub the bugs off your teeth. The big grin catches lots of them.
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    on your new bike! Delve into the information here, especially the sticky links in General to learn as much as you can! You are going to have a blast!

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    Welcome, enjoy the ride!
    2016 F3 Limited
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    2016 F 3 Limited , Vegas White

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    Is you Spyder Ltd an RT?
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    Quote Originally Posted by PrairieSpyder View Post
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    Is you Spyder Ltd an RT?

    Yes, it is the RT Limited in silver platinum satin with burgundy seat.

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    Thumbs up Welcome to this great site

    And the the Spyder world. I very recently got a 2014 RT-S and am still getting used to it. Different------than the motorcycles i"ve been riding all my life.

    CHECK THE TIRE PRESSURE mine was delivered with low pressure----once set right , what a difference.

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    From Advance. Ride alot and enjoy.
    If I can't fix it, I will fix it so no one can fix it. Sypder Loco!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bob Denman View Post
    Didn't you grow up in Brooklyn??

    , yes
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    and welcome to 3 wheels.



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    Thanks all once again for making me feel very welcome and for the fabulous advice!

    I can't wait to get out on the road but we had 5 inches of snow last night.
    2014 Silver RT LTD, SE6

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bob99 View Post
    Thanks for the welcomes! And thanks for the advice/suggestions! I am very open to any and all advice/suggestions. It seems there's a lot more to riding and learning about the Spyder than I originally thought. I'm very happy I found this Forum.

    Deanna, I got your PM and will respond ASAP.

    Thanks again!

    Bob
    Bob: I did get your PM and responded, Congratulations Deanna




    Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue

    Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
    Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
    Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
    Gremlin Bell
    Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
    Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
    SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
    Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
    Ultimate F3 Floorboards
    Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
    Sway Bar with Links
    Rolo Laser Alignment
    Half Cover
    A-Arm Daytime Dual Color LED Running Lights with Blinker Module
    Hi-Viz DRL and Sequential Mirrors lights


    Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
    2023 F3 LTD Special Series , N/A N/A Mineral Blue

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    Get a laser Alignment, what a difference it makes. Enjoy Ride safe, let the Farkling begin Deanna




    Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue

    Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
    Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
    Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
    Gremlin Bell
    Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
    Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
    SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
    Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
    Ultimate F3 Floorboards
    Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
    Sway Bar with Links
    Rolo Laser Alignment
    Half Cover
    A-Arm Daytime Dual Color LED Running Lights with Blinker Module
    Hi-Viz DRL and Sequential Mirrors lights


    Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
    2023 F3 LTD Special Series , N/A N/A Mineral Blue

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    Congrats on your new ryde..welcome


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