Thank you very much! Blue Knights...If it is the same club as in Chicago, I 'm retired from CPD and then another agency in Florida.
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Thank you very much! Blue Knights...If it is the same club as in Chicago, I 'm retired from CPD and then another agency in Florida.
Thank you very much! Yes. I have test ridden a Spyder in the past (long time) but not recently and never two up. That is on the schedule for this week.
Thanks for the input! I don't need speed really. I did get my VFR up to 100+ MPH on a closed road about 4 months ago just because I got a hair up my hindside, but I usually cruise at 75 to 80. As long as it gets up to that, I am good to go! I am interested in learning more about the higher revving engines.
Well in my mind's eye I love your car more than your trike! I've been approved by the family CFO for a Vette or a Mustang. Had to build a damn pool to get that concession. Leaning Mustang but a year or two down the road.
Thanks for the response! LEO? Retired from Chicago PD here.
Oh absolutely. Agreed. I guess it did sound like I was suggesting MC riding and CanAm riding would be a one-for-one exchange. You know, the one thing I really find interesting is that the CanAm riders I've come across seem to be a better fit for me socially too, if that makes sense. Enjoy the experience, not know it alls, conservative approach to riding and touring, part of thier life not necessarily a lifestyle, etc. All of that is very appealing to me. Just normal friendly guys and girls with a common hobby.
Suspension and conspicuity lights are the first things I upgrade on my bikes. I bet that will be the same for a CanAm. I'm kind of a prima donna when it comes to suspension and handling...part of my interest in the tech side of riding. Traxxion Dynamics and Hyperpro are what I am using right now. Tunability is a plus for me. I really enjoy the entire process from research to execution of the upgrade project. I'd ask forinput on the suspension...just because i am curious...but that is premature right now. Thank you!
DCT is incredible. Not sure if you heard, but they are upgrading it again for 2021. If I am understanding it correctly, they now have a rider programmed mode. So, the DCT will know not to go down or up a gear too early or too late based on your riding preferences when in that mode. Uncertain if that is going to be a USA launch this year but absolutely in Europe.
Thanks for the advice on the effort it takes to properly control the machine. Very helpful in the decision-making process.
I never test drove the RT. I immediately bought a 16 F3-T and do not regret it. I prefer a more sporty look and I love the looks of it. I will never own an RT because they remind me of my mother's station wagon back in the day. (no offense RT riders).
The F3 just plain looks and rides great. it is my baby.
75/ 80, The machine will do that the whole day, and twice on sunday, Only thing, you need to go to a learning curve, before you make significant changes to the Can Am, Out of the box, it's a tremendous machine, some here on the forum may differ this opinion.
It's certainly a customizable machine, with plenty of suppliers/ aftermarket parts, who are willing to help.
I am on many forums active, but the atmosphere here, is surely good. Start riding one of em, you cannot go wrong...
If I could offer my opinion here,I ride my RT much more than I rode my other bikes in my life bc Ive simply got more time now(semi retired).As far as rain,with the wide front and the electric windshield I feel they handle rain better than any bike Ive owned,but your passenger may want to wear a hooded rainsuit so that water blowing forward onto her back will not go down her neck.A mud flap helps with this as well.
And we're damn near Clones of each other... I've been riding since 1972. I've owned a lot of different motorcycles but more Harley's (still own 2.5). My knees are about shot at 64 11/12's years old. My GF started looking at H-D Trikes early in the Summer and I told her, "Look my 2018 M8 Runs HOT As HELL and a New H-D Trike is Going To Run HOTTER and I think they look like a Wheel Chair for old Harley Riders". I started looking at Trikes and liked the Spyder but I knew she would Not Be Happy If I Bought an F3 (no Radio, stripped). I found a 2016 RTs made the Deal and then told her. Her reply was "Noooooo, Call Them And Tell Them You Changed Your Mind"! I said "Can't Do That. I Gave Them A $500.00 Deposit and We'll Pick It Up Tomorrow". At this point She can Tell You Why She Likes The Sypder Better than the H-D. We've put close to 3,000 miles on the Spyder this year (about 300 on the 2018 StreetGlide) and 3,000 on my Shelby. The Semi-Auto Transmission is great, it RIDES better than any motorcycle I've ever owned. No Regrets!
I would like to add that I test rode a 2020RT and it scared me to death it was so hard to control: It felt like a 1960s car with 300K miles on it. I went to another dealership and rode another one that was an altogether different and pleasant riding experience. Not sure what the issue(s) were with that first bike but I couldn't believe BRP could sell a single bike like that. I now have a 2020RT and have no regrets moving from 2 wheels to 3. For me the benefits greatly outweigh any negatives. Unless you are a knee dragger, lane splitter or just need the sheer acceleration of a highly powered motorcycle, I personally don't see any dramatic benefits (of a 2 wheeler) - my opinion of course.
Un-fortunately almost ALL new Spyders arn't ALIGNED properly .... most arn't too bad but I've read about some that were soooooooooooooooooo Bad they wore out the front tires in 750 + miles ..... could be you found one of those at that dealership ..... Mike :thumbup:
Thanks everyone. Going for a test ride this weekend or next. I'll post after the ride. Safe travels to all! Mike.
do a test ride on the various models offered.. like touring vs. non touring etc. after a few miles you will wonder why you didn't change years ago.. I switched to a Spyder 10 years ago and now on my 4th Spyder and love every mile of enjoyment.. good luck
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