Traded in my 2011 RTS SM5 for a new 2015 RTS SE6. Sure hope I can get use to the way it shifts. I really enjoyed my manual transmission, and Elka shocks!
It's still in the box, and won't be ready to pickup for two weeks due to the dealer being closed all next week. Have plenty of stuff to do around the house!
Any problems, or things that I really need to watch for compared to my 2011?
HAND'S UP: The only sure way of getting rid of bad habits is to create good ones.
AND, by the way, this will not happen on auto pilot. It's time for a YOU-turn!!!
What you need to do is brush your teeth after you ride
that will get the bugs out of them from smiling so much
Had a 2008 GS manual transmission
I have the 2014 RTL and it is the first semi automatic that I've ridden
I would not go back to the manual transmission
It took me a couple of days to get used to it but now I live it
As far as shocks I put BajaRon's shock adjusters on the OEM shocks and the work as well as the Elka's I had on my 2008
I also put his anti sway bar on
Don
Now 2014 RT Limited Cognac
Was 2008 GS SM5
Don Garbarino
Cup Holder
GPS locking holder
Mud flap
Modified KNOTT grill
Phone holder and charger
Trailer hitch
Dual air horn
Auxiliary fuse box with relays
Heated clothing controller
volt/oil pressure gauge
Sequential signals in mirror
Tri Axis Handle bars
Baja Ron anti sway bar/heim links
shorty antenna
And many more
Traded in my 2011 RTS SM5 for a new 2015 RTS SE6. Sure hope I can get use to the way it shifts. I really enjoyed my manual transmission, and Elka shocks!
It's still in the box, and won't be ready to pickup for two weeks due to the dealer being closed all next week. Have plenty of stuff to do around the house!
Any problems, or things that I really need to watch for compared to my 2011?
You'll get used to the SE6 quickly - just keep the throttle steady when shifting - I switched for the first time in 2015 to SE (using manual transmissions since the early 60's - cars, trucks and motorcycles). The fun of shifting with thumb and finger instead of hand and foot. Although it will downshift for you, I enjoy doing that myself.
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Aftermarket Aux Light, GPS mounting/wiring, Lamonster Garage Mirror Lock, Lamonster Garage Belt Tensioner
Backrest Home Brew Mod
2008 RS from 2008 through 4/2015, 2015 F3-S from 4/2015 through 9/2020
Traded in my 2011 RTS SM5 for a new 2015 RTS SE6. Sure hope I can get use to the way it shifts. I really enjoyed my manual transmission, and Elka shocks!
It's still in the box, and won't be ready to pickup for two weeks due to the dealer being closed all next week. Have plenty of stuff to do around the house!
Any problems, or things that I really need to watch for compared to my 2011?
Having ridden well over 200,000 miles on 2 wheel varieties, when I bought our 2015 RT-S I got one with the electronic clutch. My last bike was a FJR and if I ever go back (highly unlikely) I will looking for their version of the electronic clutch. I have pulled the left handle enough times to know that little paddle shifter is a gift from the road Gods.
Baloo is my name. Spyders are my game. Well, it's a doo-bah-dee-doo, yes, it's a doo-bah-dee-doo, I mean a doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee-dee-doo. And, well, now. Ha ha! What have we here?
Still patiently waiting till I get to pick up my new Spyder. Should be ready hopefully next Friday if things as planned. The wait is killing me. I did manage to get a few things ordered for it.
My first spyder was a 2012RTS-SE5, I had no problems/ or adjusting to my current 2014RTS-SE6.
of your new .
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
My first spyder was a 2012RTS-SE5, I had no problems/ or adjusting to my current 2014RTS-SE6.
of your new .
Deanna
Hopefully if things go as planned I'll be able to pick it up Friday, if not sooner. But kinda doubt if it will be ready earlier in the week since the dealer has been closed since the 4th of July weekend. They open back up Monday morning. I'll be checking with them on Tuesday.
As soon as I pick it up, I'll post a picture of it.
At least I'll have some time to get use to it on the 2 hour ride home from on Tennessee. My wife said we could haul it back home on the trailer, but that just wouldn't be right. I don't even care if it rains all the way back home!
Hopefully if things go as planned I'll be able to pick it up Friday, if not sooner. But kinda doubt if it will be ready earlier in the week since the dealer has been closed since the 4th of July weekend. They open back up Monday morning. I'll be checking with them on Tuesday.
As soon as I pick it up, I'll post a picture of it.
At least I'll have some time to get use to it on the 2 hour ride home from on Tennessee. My wife said we could haul it back home on the trailer, but that just wouldn't be right. I don't even care if it rains all the way back home!
You are going to like the new 1330 Ace engine, and all of the other major upgrades, that BRP made. Good Luck riding your new spyder back home ( to Tennessee, ride safe out there!) And looking forward to seeing pictures.
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
I just got word from East Tennessee ATV that my Spyder is ready to be picked up. I'll be on my way the first thing in the morning. Should be a nice 2 hour ride home.
The only thing you should watch for is excessive fuel consumption...
Boy, ain't that the truth! I still remember my trip to the beer store 8 miles away, and the dang thing consumed 54 miles worth of gas.
NEW - 2015 RT Limited SE6 Intense Red Pearl - 07/21/15
Retained the old mirrors with TricLed Signals
General Altimax RT43 rear tire (at...17,000 miles) Ran for 36,500 miles
Michelin Defender.......rear tire (at...53,500 miles) Ran for 60,700 miles
Riken Raptor HR.........rear tire (at 114,200 miles)
Vredestein Quatrac 5 front tires (at 70,500 miles, first new fronts!)
Gear Brake Decelerometer Module
OLD - 2012 RT Limited SE5 Pearl White - 01/31/13 - Traded in at 32,600 miles.
BajaRon Anti-sway Bar
Kumho ECSTA AST rear tire (at 14,200 miles)
TricLed Turn Signals in Mirrors
2015 RT Limited Black Matallic
BAJARon Sway Bar w/Billet Aluminum Heim Joint Link Set
SPYDERPOPS Bumperskid with LED's
SPYDERPOPS RT BRT Rear Lighting Kit
US LED Flag
New Spyder
Sure hope I can get use to the way it shifts. I really enjoyed my manual transmission, and Elka shocks!
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Hope you get your answers.
just learn the shifting. Never was much for the semi automatic but you will love the rest of the ryde..
Originally Posted by CanAmMick
2020 RT Ride Frequent Stay Safe
Listen to Don: he knows! 
Baloo is my name. Spyders are my game. Well, it's a doo-bah-dee-doo, yes, it's a doo-bah-dee-doo, I mean a doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee-dee-doo. And, well, now. Ha ha! What have we here?
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of your new 
