I drank the kool-aid

[SpyderSteveFL]

Yep, another Spyder newb here. I've been lurking here and lusting after an arachnid for around 3 years and last Wed a shiny new 2015 RT Limited made a maiden voyage from it's crate to my driveway (got a very good deal considering SoFla and couldn't pass it up). Hopefully now instead of drooling all over my keyboard I can participate intelligently. I've already learned alot over the past few years reading, now its time to start applying. I'm a brand new rider in my 50's, never rode a bike before (except 2 wheels in class a few years ago to get my endorsement) so I get to learn it all on a Spyder instead of unlearning 2 wheels. It's a little scary going out and earning my wings in crazy South Florida where driving a car is dangerous, let alone a bike but I just have to be careful and whatever will be will be - YOLO. Took some convincing to get wife on board (she would NEVER let me get 2 wheels here) and now she can't wait to go out.

Already have a list of farkles (first thing ordered was the FOBO TPMS) but it will center around safety for now (LED's, etc) until I get comfy. Just wanted to say hey and hopefully you'll see me around - probably asking alot of questions from the vets here. I trust alot of what is said here even though dealer warned me to stay off the forums, lol. Here's to an awesome 2016...

Steve

[NM Wrench]

Congrats

Sent from my VS990 using Tapatalk

[Bob Denman]

Now; the fun can REALLY get rolling!

Just don't forget to brush your teeth after EACH ride!

[Cruzr Joe]

I find it funny that the dealer warned you to stay off the forums.

The forums are about the only place you get the correct info.

Welcome to the ZOO.


Cruzr Joe

[bodymanpainter]

Enjoy your new ride and have fun and ride safe!
Toby

[ingramwc]

Enjoy your new Spyder!!! Next you might want the BajaRon sway bar and billet Heim links, vastly will improve the handling!!!!!
Ride safe!!!!

BTW: Love the color!!!!

[spydaman60]

congrats to you guys on the new ride!! be safe and enjoy!!

[Jim&Teresa]

[tip]

VERY NICE!!!
Enjoy and be safe!

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

..Well you have learned something extremely valuable already......your dealer is afraid of the ...TRUTH...Sooooooooooo now you can beware of the horsepucky He is planning on throwing at you about the Spyder .....It's a shame the dealer situation is like this but too many dealers aren't worth SQUAT In my book.......Mike

[armyspydervet]

Congrats from a fellow newbie and welcome to the par-tay!!



-Chris

[Bob Denman]

[Sam Mac]

Welcome to SL. I'm also a newbie about the first thing I did was signup here on SL. These people have forgotten more than most dealers will ever know. Listen to both sides and make an informed decision. Knowledge is power. Nice looking ride.

[JayBros]

Congratulations and welcome! Beautiful color! Do yourself a big favor and read the owner's guide thoroughly - twice. Ride safe, have fun!

[Brentc]

Love the color of your new ride. As you have no doubt picked up on, there is a ton of information out here both good and bad. You'll quickly develop an ability to weigh it all,out and make the best decision for you. Also, it doesn't take long to get familiar with the bike, side road practice is a good idea at first, and honestly the practice section of then manual is a very good start before venturing out.

Good luck, and welcome!

[Lew L]

And

Let the farkeling begin- I started with : Anti-sway bar, Bumpskid, and High mount rear brake light. all fairly easy to install.

Kaos

[samewok]

Welcome to are world and have fun adding stuff to the bike.

[bmccaffrey]

Welcome to the family

[vstrommer]

That is one Sweeeet Ryde!!! Enjoy it and be safe......

[Pampurrs]

Pam

[cmungen]

yes, Ill say it again,,,,,read the manual.

[Mazo EMS2]

That's a beauty..welcome, and congrats!

[one2doo]

Great color.

[Happy to ride]

Yep, another Spyder newb here. I've been lurking here and lusting after an arachnid for around 3 years and last Wed a shiny new 2015 RT Limited made a maiden voyage from it's crate to my driveway (got a very good deal considering SoFla and couldn't pass it up). Hopefully now instead of drooling all over my keyboard I can participate intelligently. I've already learned alot over the past few years reading, now its time to start applying. I'm a brand new rider in my 50's, never rode a bike before (except 2 wheels in class a few years ago to get my endorsement) so I get to learn it all on a Spyder instead of unlearning 2 wheels. It's a little scary going out and earning my wings in crazy South Florida where driving a car is dangerous, let alone a bike but I just have to be careful and whatever will be will be - YOLO. Took some convincing to get wife on board (she would NEVER let me get 2 wheels here) and now she can't wait to go out.

Already have a list of farkles (first thing ordered was the FOBO TPMS) but it will center around safety for now (LED's, etc) until I get comfy. Just wanted to say hey and hopefully you'll see me around - probably asking alot of questions from the vets here. I trust alot of what is said here even though dealer warned me to stay off the forums, lol. Here's to an awesome 2016...

Steve

Nice. I am sure you will enjoy it as much as I have. I am a new three week owner. Loving it.

[Stick]

WOW. Gorgeous bike. Hope to be in your shoes soon!