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Finally drinking the kool-aid
Well, after trying to convince myself that the F3T was ugly, had no significant storage, and was overly hyped, I decided to take the plunge. Made a sale on my RT yesterday (guy picking it up tomorrow), and worked out a nice trade in on my 2012 RSS. Now all I have to do is wait the 2-3 weeks for delivery from I-Motorsports. I know this will be one of the longest 3 weeks of my life, but atleast I have the RSS to keep me company until they deliver my new 2016 F3T. Did a deposit today and will be wiring the remaining money when the information is sent to me.
2021 RTL , brake pedal from "Web Boards" chalk white
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Congratulations, I know that wait almost killed me!
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Thanks guys. One of my biggest concerns was the lack of storage. Then a friend reminded me by asking how much storage did I have on my other bikes before purchasing the RT? I guess grocery shopping on the bike kind of spoiled me over the past 2 1/2 years. Now I will have to decide what farkles I will be adding. At the top of my list right now will be heated grips (yes, another issue that I have from being spoiled by the RT), backrest, and floor boards. Maybe a trailer hitch for those longer trips.
2021 RTL , brake pedal from "Web Boards" chalk white
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Really. ...😲
Your in great company... sadness comes when you see the RSS leave.....😭
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
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Congrats on your new purchase.
I purchased mine last year in July and have been slow to Farkle. I added a cup and phone holder immediately then a garmin mount.
Now I have TricLED lights, fobo, decals from Wrap My Spyder, and a idler pulley collecting dust from Christmas waiting to be installed soon.
Last week and today - I purchased BRP passenger and driver backrests used from here and FB.
I am hopeful that once all of these things are installed I am done feeding the bear.
Love my Spyders
2016 F3L Steel Black purchased 7/16/2016 Sold 3/11/2023 (22,500 mi)
2014 RTS Circuit Yellow purchased 3/2/2018
2020 RTL Petrol Blue purchased 1/27/2023
Girls on Spyders #3195
No more 2 wheels
2020 RTL , Lamonster floor board riser Petrol Blue
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When I got my RT-S last year I worked with Youthera at Imotorsports & he was very helpful. Answered all my questions & even went out to get pictures of my new ride after it was unpacked. I think it took longer to get all the paperwork processed than the actual delivery time. You'll need to give your new toy a bath when it gets there. Mine was filthy from road grime sneaking into the trailer.
AKA Jud Smales, Four Year Spyder Ryder!
"Quando Omni Flunkus, Moritati"
The Critter 2016 RT-S
Cat Bypass from Lamonster
BajaRon Sway Bar
Hella dual horns with relay
BRP Hitch with trailer module
Foam Grips
Adjustable Air Deflectors
Driver & Passenger Gel Pads in Seat
Shorty antenna
Ultraguard half cover
Gremlin bell from my son
Break Stripe Kit from Wrap My Spyder
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Originally Posted by Chupaca
Your in great company... sadness comes when you see the RSS leave.....😭
I believe you might be right, but I will manage. My biggest regret is that I didn't get to take it to the mountains for a day trip on the twisties. I did get on Old Liberty Rd. outside of Asheboro, but it is not the same.
I would like to add that there has been quite a bit of heat coming from the RSS (as compared to my RT) on the past few days when the temps hit 80. If that was a sign of things to come, I might be very happy that I am getting rid of the RSS.
2021 RTL , brake pedal from "Web Boards" chalk white
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Originally Posted by blacklightning
Well, after trying to convince myself that the F3T was ugly, had no significant storage, and was overly hyped, I decided to take the plunge. Made a sale on my RT yesterday (guy picking it up tomorrow), and worked out a nice trade in on my 2012 RSS. Now all I have to do is wait the 2-3 weeks for delivery from I-Motorsports. I know this will be one of the longest 3 weeks of my life, but atleast I have the RSS to keep me company until they deliver my new 2016 F3T . Did a deposit today and will be wiring the remaining money when the information is sent to me.
Resistance is futile! You will be assimilated!
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Awesome, congratulations! I think you are going to be very happy you made the switch.
2020 CAN-AM Spyder F3-S Special Series (sold)
2022 CAN-AM Ryker Rally 900
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Shad Bags
Originally Posted by blacklightning
Thanks guys. One of my biggest concerns was the lack of storage. Then a friend reminded me by asking how much storage did I have on my other bikes before purchasing the RT ? I guess grocery shopping on the bike kind of spoiled me over the past 2 1/2 years. Now I will have to decide what farkles I will be adding. At the top of my list right now will be heated grips (yes, another issue that I have from being spoiled by the RT), backrest, and floor boards. Maybe a trailer hitch for those longer trips.
Add a pair of Shad bags and you will have plenty of storage.
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Originally Posted by CA Railwhale
Add a pair of Shad bags and you will have plenty of storage.
The f3t already has saddle bags (although they are quite small). That is part of my reason for going this route. I love the way it looks from the rear.
2021 RTL , brake pedal from "Web Boards" chalk white
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Downside of Shad
Originally Posted by blacklightning
The f3t already has saddle bags (although they are quite small). That is part of my reason for going this route. I love the way it looks from the rear.
That's the only downside to Shad bags for me, they make the bike look Hippy from the rear.
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