I own a red 2012 RT-S SE5 with 15K miles and I am considering trading it in on a new 2015 RT-S or Limited SE6. Other than the extra chrome and GPS, is there anything else different on the Limited to justify the cost difference of about $2500.00? Thanks!
No. Absolutely nothing but trim. I have always had the RTS, I use GPS on my phone and I don't like the position of the GPS mount on the Limited. I also do not like to clean chrome so the RTS with the blacked out parts and wheels suits me just fine as did having the extra $$ in my wallet.
My suggestion for BRP has always been to actually make the RTS truly a sport model and the Limited the Cadillac. Stiffer suspension, more horsepower. Maybe someday they will actually do that.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
I'm an anti-chrome guy. Unlike Ann, I like the position of the GPS mount on the Tri-Axis handlebars. I purchased the Zumo 590, the 2015 OEM GPS, for my 2014 RT-S and have been very satisfied and it was in my budget for the Spyder.
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You want see a price difference compare a Basic RT... VS. an LTD....I think it's about $6500....The bean counters at BRP CRY every time a Basic RT gets sold.................jmho.........Oh , and I did buy the Basic ......Mike
We have a basic RT (2011 A & C) and a 2014 RTS. Never went for the LTD because of the extra price, and no need (for me) for the extra chrome and electronic gadgets.
My only upline farkles were floorboards, a CD trunk light bar, and a Comfort seat on the 2011.
CD trunk light bar, LED bumpskid, KOTT grills, and a Comfort seat on the 2014.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
You want see a price difference compare a Basic RT... VS. an LTD....I think it's about $6500....The bean counters at BRP CRY every time a Basic RT gets sold.................jmho.........Oh , and I did buy the Basic ......Mike
Smart move. you can add Seal Floorboards for half the price of the BRP and get twice the floorboard.
We have a basic RT (2011 A & C) and a 2014 RTS. Never went for the LTD because of the extra price, and no need (for me) for the extra chrome and electronic gadgets.
My only upline farkles were floorboards, a CD trunk light bar, and a Comfort seat on the 2011.
CD trunk light bar, LED bumpskid, KOTT grills, and a Comfort seat on the 2014.
I own a red 2012 RT-S SE5 with 15K miles and I am considering trading it in on a new 2015 RT-S or Limited SE6. Other than the extra chrome and GPS, is there anything else different on the Limited to justify the cost difference of about $2500.00? Thanks!
I had a 2012 and recently bought a 2015. I never even considered the limited. Mine is the -s and has the black rims which make it look better and the extra money for the limited I used for a much louder air horn and trailer hitch.
There is a pretty big difference between the base and the RTS or RT Ltd. the fenders are old style, the trim is gray the wheels are that gray also. No onboard compressor. Don't think it even has a radio. No floorboards but I don't have them on my SM either.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
besides the GPS, chrome wheels, I think with the LTD, you also get...tadaa ! the frunk roller bag.
It cannot be worth the difference in price unless you gotta have the most expensive.
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Loved my 2014 RTS SE6 Pearl white
but have a new love now,
my 2017 RTS SE6 Champagne metallic (Champ)
There is a pretty big difference between the base and the RTS or RT Ltd. the fenders are old style, the trim is gray the wheels are that gray also. No onboard compressor. Don't think it even has a radio. No floorboards but I don't have them on my SM either.
Actually it has a very nice stereo, and for about $100 to $ 125 ...you swap out the crappy OEM speakers for 2 OHM JBL's that will blow the doors off most anything else........just sayin.........Mike
To each their own, I like chrome. My next will be a limited.
Current: 2018 F3 Limited
Previous: 2011 RT with 622 Trailer
Mods:
F4 Customs 25" Windshield
F4 Customs Air Wings
Spyderpops Top Case/Seat Extender
TackForm Phone Mount
Lamonster Ram Ball Handlebar Mount
Show Chrome Passenger Armrests
That's what negotiations are for. I also went with just the RT, but I negotiated the A/C package and a trailer hitch into the purchase. Ultimately they wanted to sell a Spyder so they agreed with me and I saved a lot of money.
I own a red 2012 RT-S SE5 with 15K miles and I am considering trading it in on a new 2015 RT-S or Limited SE6. Other than the extra chrome and GPS, is there anything else different on the Limited to justify the cost difference of about $2500.00? Thanks!
They all have AC, it works better the faster you go!
White 2013 Spyder RT Limited. BajaRon Swaybar, Custom Dynamic Third Brake Light. Ultimate Custom Black and White seat with driver and passenger back rest. Gloryder Led Wheel lights.Custom Dynamics Led Bright sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright sides.
2016 F3 Limited Intense Red Pearl. Lidlox, BRP Driver Back Rest, BRP Passenger Back Rest,Fog Lights, GPS, Signature Light! Custom Dynamics LED Bright Sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright Sides.
I own a red 2012 RT-S SE5 with 15K miles and I am considering trading it in on a new 2015 RT-S or Limited SE6. Other than the extra chrome and GPS, is there anything else different on the Limited to justify the cost difference of about $2500.00? Thanks!
I am happy to report that I went ahead and bought the 2015 RT-S. Love that 1330cc Rotax! I modeled at the Ringling College of Art & Design this past week!
You want see a price difference compare a Basic RT... VS. an LTD....I think it's about $6500....The bean counters at BRP CRY every time a Basic RT gets sold.................jmho.........Oh , and I did buy the Basic ......Mike
The 2010 RT had no radio. Think if done again, would get the model with radio. My pillion rider will likely get a bluetooth helmet and end up listening to Pandora. Not having an intercomm is the plus side. She doesn't like to hear me complain about bad drivers or cows wandering in the road.
I am happy to report that I went ahead and bought the 2015 RT-S. Love that 1330cc Rotax! I modeled at the Ringling College of Art & Design this past week!
2015 Spyder RT-S SE6 vs. RT Limited SE6
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White 2013 Spyder RT Limited. BajaRon Swaybar, Custom Dynamic Third Brake Light. Ultimate Custom Black and White seat with driver and passenger back rest. Gloryder Led Wheel lights.Custom Dynamics Led Bright sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright sides.
