New Spyder Owner - Brownsburg, IN

[stevecampbell8244]

Hello everyone,

I plan on purchasing next summer. Is there anyone in Indianapolis that I could hook-up with to get some Spyder knowledge before I purchase?

I have questions about licensing and SE5 vs SM5.

Thanks,

Steve

[ARtraveler]

:welcome: I recommend starting out by reading the do's and don'ts. Link attached.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?41346-quot-Do-s-and-Do-Nots-quot-for-new-Spyder-owners

[Roadster Renovations]

You can always come over and hang out with us. We have two. We may put you to work....:yikes:

roadsterrenovations@gmail.com

[9tda1dr]

Welcome Steve!

I am a new Spyder F3-S SE6 owner :clap:and unfortunately know very little about the Spyder at this time.

What I do know is the SE (semiautomatic) allows me to enjoy the riding without having to worry about operating a clutch :yes:. But that's about all I can tell you :dontknow:. I'm sure in a few minutes you will have a lot more experienced people guiding you in the right direction.

Suggest you do a search in the forums as you should find out a lot about this wonderful machine.

Best to you!

[PrairieSpyder]

:welcome:

I think there are several SpyderLovers in the Indy area. They'll probably pipe in.

[Bob Denman]

:agree: Check with MikeT... :thumbup:
And welcome to the Family! :clap:

[al0vely]

Hello everyone,

I plan on purchasing next summer. Is there anyone in Indianapolis that I could hook-up with to get some Spyder knowledge before I purchase?

I have questions about licensing and SE5 vs SM5.

Thanks,

Steve

Copperman is in Indy and has been a tremendous help for me.:bowdown: We never met in person but he was an invaluable lifeline for me when I purchased my Spyder in July 2016. I am hoping he replies to this thread.

I live in Bloomington and would be willing to help in any way I can.

Most people in this forum are very helpful and will answer your questions even if they have been answered before.
Feel free to PM me with any questions you don’t want to ask in the open forum.

What is your concern with licensing? Indiana requires you to have a motorcycle license to operate the Spyder. If you don’t have a license you can take the Abate class which is a good educational class plus you will be licensed to ride either a 2 wheel or 3 wheel motorcycle. If you want a 3 wheel license only then you can get your permit from the BMV and go to the Abate site and take the 3 wheel test only.

[stevecampbell8244]

:welcome: I recommend starting out by reading the do's and don'ts. Link attached.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?41346-quot-Do-s-and-Do-Nots-quot-for-new-Spyder-owners

Thank you for the reply. I appreciate the information.

Thanks,

Steve

[stevecampbell8244]

[QUOTE=Doc Humphreys;1213321]You can always come over and hang out with us. We have two. We may put you to work....:yikes:

roadsterrenovations@gmail.com[/QUOTE

Where are you located in relationship to Brownsburg?

Thanks

[Deanna777]

:welcome: Deanna

[Roadster Renovations]

[QUOTE=Doc Humphreys;1213321]You can always come over and hang out with us. We have two. We may put you to work....:yikes:

roadsterrenovations@gmail.com[/QUOTE

Where are you located in relationship to Brownsburg?

Thanks

We are in Columbus, IN Just come to Bloomington, hit 46 and keep going until you see the town.

[funon3]

Hi Steve & an early welcome to a future :spyder2: owner. I live in Indy and would be happy to try to answer any questions you may have. I own a 2012 RT-S SE5. Another possible contact goes by the name of SLAGIATT on this forum and drives a 2015 F3-S SE6 and is also in Indy. Feel free to send a PM if you want any further info.

[Copperman]

Hello everyone,

I plan on purchasing next summer. Is there anyone in Indianapolis that I could hook-up with to get some Spyder knowledge before I purchase?

I have questions about licensing and SE5 vs SM5.

Thanks,

Steve

Feel free to send me a pm with your phone number. I'll call you and help you with anything I can.

[Highwayman2013]

You can ask your questions here if you like. The SE5 shifts electronically and has a centrifugal clutch the SM5 has a regular clutch and is shifted like any other motorcycle.

[Hollywood168]

Fellow Hoosier and Columbus resident here as well. Shoot me a PM if you need anything. Just bought my 2nd Spyder and having a blast.

[dlby]

20 mi from Brownsburg
Except the 9 mos im i. FL.
Get an automatic!
Get an rt
You do not have to have an mc endorsement
You do have to have a 3 wheel endorsement
Local branch wi tell you all u need to kno.
But two wheel endorsement gives you freedom if u ever hop on a 2 wheeler

I love R&R put another dime in the jukebox baby!

[stevecampbell8244]

Copperman is in Indy and has been a tremendous help for me.:bowdown: We never met in person but he was an invaluable lifeline for me when I purchased my Spyder in July 2016. I am hoping he replies to this thread.

I live in Bloomington and would be willing to help in any way I can.

Most people in this forum are very helpful and will answer your questions even if they have been answered before.
Feel free to PM me with any questions you don’t want to ask in the open forum.

What is your concern with licensing? Indiana requires you to have a motorcycle license to operate the Spyder. If you don’t have a license you can take the Abate class which is a good educational class plus you will be licensed to ride either a 2 wheel or 3 wheel motorcycle. If you want a 3 wheel license only then you can get your permit from the BMV and go to the Abate site and take the 3 wheel test only.

Thanks for the reply.

That's what I was wondering...I only want a 3-wheel license. I was wondering if ABATE had a session for 3-wheel.

Thanks,

Steve

[dlby]

Crawfordsville In.
Central Fla.

I love R&R put another dime in the jukebox baby!

[Roadster Renovations]

Thanks for the reply.

That's what I was wondering...I only want a 3-wheel license. I was wondering if ABATE had a session for 3-wheel.

Thanks,

Steve

The certification test is only 3 things; 1. you need to steer between 3 cones, back and forth at a slow speed. 2. You need to make a 180 degree turn within a designated three side box. 3. You need to accelerate rapidly to 25 mph and then brake within a certain distance.
This was what I had to do for the driving test.

I learned the most about the 3 wheeler when I took it into a empty parking lot and learned how the byke performed in tight curves, hard accelerations, and sudden stops. Not sure if you have heard about the "nanny", but it is 3 computer systems that do a very good job of keeping the byke upright.
The ABS system is used for panic stops and loss of traction. Care should be taken in traffic as the Spyder can stop faster than most cars.
The Wheel Speed Sensor system monitors the relationship of all3 wheels, and can back off the throttle or even apply the brake if one of the wheels looses traction or you have wheel lift on one of the front wheels.
The YAW sensor is calibrated to kick in when you corner at a speed above what is deemed safe.
Everyone has differing thoughts about the nanny (a love-hate relationship for some), but most of us agree that she has saved our bacon before. I personally find it fun to take her right up to the edge of her kicking in.
You have picked the safest 3 wheeler on the market. There isn't even a comparison with any trikes (two wheels in the rear)

[Ron2andia]

Welcome Steve!

I am a new Spyder F3-S SE6 owner :clap:and unfortunately know very little about the Spyder at this time.

What I do know is the SE (semiautomatic) allows me to enjoy the riding without having to worry about operating a clutch :yes:. But that's about all I can tell you :dontknow:. I'm sure in a few minutes you will have a lot more experienced people guiding you in the right direction.

Suggest you do a search in the forums as you should find out a lot about this wonderful machine.

Best to you!
Welcome to both of you!

[Slagiatt]

Steve
I answered your PM and copied Copperman.
Hope to meet up with you in the near future.
I'm also about 20 minutes from Brownsburg (I'm on the West side of Indy).
Again...welcome!
Richard

[Jdr00ejr]

We own a 2009 GS SE5 that the wife rides. I ride a 2012 Ness Vision - but enjoy time on the Spyder as well. Live at 465 and Mann Road down on the SW side of Indy. Welcome!

[DaDrkmysta]

Hello everyone,

I plan on purchasing next summer. Is there anyone in Indianapolis that I could hook-up with to get some Spyder knowledge before I purchase?

I have questions about licensing and SE5 vs SM5.

Thanks,

Steve

Sent you a PM - however i live less than 5 min from Brownsburg High School, I'm on the border of Brownsburg and Avon. I'm on my 2nd Spyder(traded up). Let me know if you have any questions. Which model are you thinking on getting?

[Spyder33]

I also live in Indianapolis and would be willing to talk and share experiences. Myself and a couple other Spyder owners ride frequently and you would certainly be welcome to join us. Send a PM if you'd like to chat.