F3 Cross Country = RT wannabe?

[Magdave]

[spydaman60]

it's still gonna appeal to different markets! i'm liking the f3 "bagger", but still don't care for the rt!!! jmho!!!

[Chupaca]

They didn't let the cruiser be a cruiser for long... nice looking and will do well no doubt. They did get the message about the storage...

[MisterP]

I think it's a nice addition to the product line. U-fit technology with enough storage to carry more than a toothbrush. Works for me, though I still like my Fat White Chick more.

[chuck gross]

I think BRP did a good job listening to some of the people who purchased a 2015 F3 and wanted more wind protection a stereo system
and more storage all in a package deal not a bunch of add ons that they had to wait long periods of time for after they ordered them.

[bscrive]

I like the look of The F3 Limited. I can see it replacing the RT in the future once they have a top bag for it.

[OldDog]

I'm liking the looks of the red F3-T and the white F3 limited. I guess I would think the cross country package would be inclusive in the F3 Limited for that price.

[Trbayth]

I like the look of The F3 Limited. I can see it replacing the RT in the future once they have a top bag for it.

I disagree. There's still going to be a substantial market, I feel, for the RT's riding position.

[JkRbbt]

I traded a 2014 RT for a 2015 F3 and I am a happy camper. While I gave up the storage, I have to say that I prefer the riding posture of the F3. Now, while I do appreciate what BRP is trying to do, address some "wants" from the 2015 model, I have to say that I like my 2015. First, I am NOT a radio listener while I ride, so the audio addition is not my thing. I prefer my 2015 mirrors/module with my F4 windshield vs. the new style, but that is just me. To me, it just looks a little more motorcyclish, if I may use that word. I guess, if the touring model would have been available, I would have considered it. But, as soon as I add the Corbin bags to my 2015, I think I will be happy for quite a while! Now, you folks that DO buy one of the new models, keep those reports comin'!!

[ARtraveler]

I am liking the more streamlined looks of the F3 touring. I am now running into issues boarding and getting off my RT (as in getting my leg over the seat).

Going to have to look at the lower height of the F3 seat and see how much that and the U Fit system can help or not. Also wondering about the new "coast to coast" version of the seat and if its as good as they say. That would be a first if so.

I really don't want to give up riding yet.

Have not checked the pricing yet--so I am just in the brainstorming stages. I have six months to decide what to do.

[MisterP]

An F3-RT should not be a replacement for the existing RT line. I for one cannot get comfortable on a F3, regardless of how it's configured.

[ARtraveler]

I'm liking the looks of the red F3-T and the white F3 limited. I guess I would think the cross country package would be inclusive in the F3 Limited for that price.

All of the F3 T features are included in the F3 LTD package. Add radio, heated grips, floorboards, Shamrock wheels, and some real chrome pieces on the LTD version. And red is good.

[Bob Denman]

An F3-RT should not be a replacement for the existing RT line. I for one cannot get comfortable on a F3, regardless of how it's configured.

The F-3 model line has been expanded in useful directions; but I don't seeing it replacing the RT as the premium touring bike in the line-up.
I also prefer the RT's seating position.

[vtrider]

I like the fact that the new F3-T and F3 Limited will have a trailer hitch option. This is good news for anyone needing to haul a trailer. I'm not sure though that this hitch will work on all other F3's. The catalog only lists it for the F3-T and F3-LTD.

[Bob Denman]

I think that Lamont mentioned in another thread, that it wouldn't.
I wonder if they also "tightened-up" Nanny's control of the bike, for this addition?

[bodymanpainter]

I like the looks of this F3-T. Hope they have some in Daytona this
year for Biketoberfest for demo rides!
Toby

[DrewNJ]

The RT is doomed! [emoji33] [emoji38]

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[ARtraveler]

The RT is doomed! [emoji33] [emoji38]

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Don't think so. It should be at least 10 years before we are all dead and gone.

[flaggerphil]

I think the F3-T will be a hit with some but I doubt it will replace the RT The RT is made for the long haul, the F3-T is a bagger...a cruiser with more storage. I think there's more than enough market for both. I love the look of the F3 but don't want to give up the storage and long range comfort of my RT.

[OldDog]

All of the F3 T features are included in the F3 LTD package. Add radio, heated grips, floorboards, Shamrock wheels, and some real chrome pieces on the LTD version. And red is good.

I was talking about the cross country seat and the windshield being extra cost options, as I understand it. I would have thought that would be standard on the F3 Limited.

[flaggerphil]

I was talking about the cross country seat and the windshield being extra cost options, as I understand it. I would have thought that would be standard on the F3 Limited.

Are you gonna buy one?

[ARtraveler]

I was talking about the cross country seat and the windshield being extra cost options, as I understand it. I would have thought that would be standard on the F3 Limited.

I asked someone who should know but have not heard back yet. Did not see the seat in the abbreviated accessory catalog shown so far. There appears to be a taller windshield on the Limited edition.

The Limited is advertised as coming with a "limited" seat. If its like some models in the past--it means that the word "limited" is stitched on the seat. Would bet the Cross Country is $$ extra. What I was trying to find out is how much.

[OldDog]

Are you gonna buy one?

I gotta laugh every time you say that, but nonetheless appreciate the gesture. I don't want to paint my wife as the bad guy, but she sees this whole Spyder obsession of mine as a huge waste of money. So I just follow along on SL. Ironically, we just had another conversation about me buying a Spyder what with the new model releases.

[Firefly]

I'll be trading my 2012 RT up for the F3-T as soon as I can work it out financially. It is exactly what I want in a Spyder. Tired of feeling like a geezer on the RT.


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[spydaman60]

I'll be trading my 2012 RT up for the F3-T as soon as I can work it out financially. It is exactly what I want in a Spyder. Tired of feeling like a geezer on the RT.


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I guess I fall into that geezer group, but I don't blame you!!