Got any questions about the RT you want me to ask?

[Lamonster]

I'm sure that some of these will be answered in the meeting but are there any other questions you want me to ask that you can't find the answer to on the website like the CB?

[BumbleBee]

1.When are they available?
2. Is it or will it be equipped with plug-in intercom between ryder and passenger?

[Magic Man]

Yes I have a very important question for you to ask......

When will mine that I told my dealer to get me months ago will be here so I can start making "new stuff" for it?

No really....

When are they going to have "customer units" ready for delivery?

MM

[Lamonster]

I saw Fall somewhere but I'll try and get a date.

[Lamonster]

http://spyder.brp.com/en-US/Share/Co...0-b980437ae172

The Spyder RT roadster will be available for trial at authorized BRP dealerships this fall. Consumers currently have the option to pre-order Premiere Edition Spyder RT-S roadsters for delivery toward the end of 2009.

[LittleJohn]

1) what type of hitch is on it? Will it fit the current spyder?

2) Have a look at that electric windshield and dash my hopes of a retrofit...LOL!

Thanks Lamont! Have fun with it. Im envious!

[M2Wild]

Bigger rear wheel sprockt?

[Spyder990cc]

Is there any difference in the gas tank location and amount of fuel it holds for longer touring runs?

[Longlegs]

It says gearing is the same. 28/79 or whatever it was.
I wonder what kind of gas milage to expect. The specs say 6.6 gal tank, that won't get to far at 20mpg. How quiet is it?

[GaryTheBadger]

Will a full-size helmet still fit in the reconfigured front trunk?
Will a full-size helmet fit in the side and/or rear trunks?
Are the lights LED or incandescent?
What kind of financing will BRP offer?
Is there a BRP trade-up program?
Will service departments be thoroughly trained on this more-complex machine?

[Magic Man]

I have another good one for you to ask...

How does a guy who had a Spyder (for about 10 minutes and never rode it when he had it) who besides not riding it never did any mods ether, yet somehow he "deserve" to be one of the "holy 5" getting an RT to test?

What kind of test are they looking for him to do? See how well they sit in a garage undisturbed?

I know it's not you my friend as you ride the wheels off yours.

But we both know this describes one of the guys getting an RT to a "T"

Of course it could always be because they are looking to "buy" some good internet press.

MM

[mdr]

Similar to LJ's questions: what components of the RT (bags, windshield, hitch, etc) will work with the current Spyders?

[Zerocool]

What type of trade-in deal might they give to the original PE owners to upgrade, if they wanted to?

I'm not sure I'd want to trade mine up just yet, but would be nice to see if they'd give us an incentive trade-in value

[Dukester]

Do you know if they addressed the oil getting in the air box and did they redirect the fuel lines or did they protect them?

Is there still a strict Nanny onboard?

I love it and I'm really thinking about trading my 08 in for tour model. But I need to know MPG and if they made some of these corrections.

I'm thinking about waiting until 2011 and then, make the move.

[Roaddog2]

What type of trade-in deal might they give to the original PE owners to upgrade, if they wanted to?

I'm not sure I'd want to trade mine up just yet, but would be nice to see if they'd give us an incentive trade-in value

They should offer something special to the owners that were told that you were gone to get a PE edition 1 thrue 2500 and ended up with a number over 2500 we had to put our money up for almost a year and they handled it like Hurricane Katrina and never did a thing except some Bull press release that was supposed to fix everthing well it didn't at least not with me they would be more a value if they didn't srew up the roll out of the PE Edition This has left a Bad taste in my mouth and feelings with doing buisness with BRP don't get me wrong I like my I have to date purchased 14 H-Ds new some numbered and limited editions true numbers and never had a srcew like that a rain suit some ryding gear something beside a letter (email) until then I'm on the side lines
PE Edition 3433 out of 2500 Venting

[chris56]

such a good thread..

how much do i get for my "old" one
what kind of music should i take for my first trip over the alps
will i still have problems with the knees of my "girl"
are the brakes the same like the old ones ..
..are you shure that is street legal ?? -
chris - (hopes to get one of the first european one)

[bjt]

How does a guy who had a Spyder (for about 10 minutes and never rode it when he had it) who besides not riding it never did any mods ether, yet somehow he "deserve" to be one of the "holy 5" getting an RT to test?

What kind of test are they looking for him to do? See how well they sit in a garage undisturbed?

I know it's not you my friend as you ride the wheels off yours.

But we both know this describes one of the guys getting an RT to a "T"

Of course it could always be because they are looking to "buy" some good internet press.

MM

Where is the info on this "holy 5" you speak of? I'm curious who the person is that you are talking about and who the other four are also.

[widowmaker2011]

Where is the info on this "holy 5" you speak of? I'm curious who the person is that you are talking about and who the other four are also.

Yeah , kinda not cool to dis someone and skirt around the "I know who it is "part. This thread's reminding me of 3rd grade a little bit.

I know Marc over at Spydertalk and Lamont will put the RT through its paces and give everyone their opinions.

[docdoru]

Where is the info on this "holy 5" you speak of? I'm curious who the person is that you are talking about and who the other four are also.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...6&postcount=13

[Spydr in KS]

Can they hire a proof reader? Is the sport the RS or RT-S? Did the same person program the steering update that wrote the press release?

I love BRP, but come on guys

[bjt]

Yeah , kinda not cool to dis someone and skirt around the "I know who it is "part. This thread's reminding me of 3rd grade a little bit.

I know Marc over at Spydertalk and Lamont will put the RT through its paces and give everyone their opinions.

Not meant to complain about 'dissing someone but I was just curious who the 5 testers were and also who gets to test one without having a lot of original Spyder riding experience. So Marc and Lamont are two of the "holy 5"?

[Lamonster]

Not meant to complain about 'dissing someone but I was just curious who the 5 testers were and also who gets to test one without having a lot of original Spyder riding experience. So Marc and Lamont are two of the "holy 5"?

They actually refer to us as "The RT5".

I didn't know Marc was getting one till today.
Ken Miller is getting one and so is Fred Rau. I'm not sure who the last guy is but I'll know tomorrow.

I would like to keep this post on track if we could. There's been some good questions so far.

[The_Spyderwoman]

1. In the pics it looks like the rear view mirrors are right in front of your hands again. Did they modify this?
2. I'd also like to ask about the brakes as well. Chris56 already did.
3. Did they do anything different with the parking brake so it was more convenient to use and not so finicky with sticking?
4. And just as a side note...I wish they would have made it a 6 speed -- maybe get more mpg.

[GregD]

I was about to buy an 09 SE5 and set it up for "old guy" touring. Dealer was having trouble getting 3rd party accessories (Corbin, Floorboards, etc.). Looks like the RT will fill my needs nicely. One thing I would like to see on the RT is the Hand Brake. I spent many years on Trials and Enduro bikes. Would like to have that "front brake" lever up there. Old habits die hard. Missed it on my demo ride. Opps. Maybe the ISCI unit would work? Rather have a BRP option, if possible.
I've been following this site since June. Learned a lot. Hope the nagging problems are being fixed for you guys. I almost decided to pass on the Spyder, because of the dumb problems. I no longer have a fully equipped garage and am hoping for a reliable ride. We are light on dealers around here. That makes me nervous, but I'm ready to buy. Just in time for Colorado winter. 2010 models will be trouble free, just change the oil and ride. Right? So,Lamonster, you can put me down for a Hand Brake, and thank you, and all the other members for the great info.

[Lamonster]

welcome GregD
I think the hand brake is a dead issue, I don't see it ever happening from BRP and I will miss that too.

As far as being reliable, time will tell. If I go by my experience the Spyder is just as reliable as any Honda.