Goodbye to the RT-S lineup

[Brentc]

It appears that the rts is not being continued? That makes my decision for the future difficult. I don't know if I want all the limited features and the price increase for them. But I also would like more than what comes on the base model?

[Pirate looks at --]

You would just be buying a blacked version of the RTL. It will include the new display and if you don't want the chrome you don't need to get it!

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

It appears that the rts is not being continued? That makes my decision for the future difficult. I don't know if I want all the limited features and the price increase for them. But I also would like more than what comes on the base model?

Don't be concerned .... I have changed / improved my BASIC RT to a level Far beyond what people get with their RT-LTD.,....( for $ 5,000 more ) ........ I have only invested $ 500.00 for my changes .... I think you have seen it at SpyderFest ...... Mike

[trikermutha]

but you get a fancy dash and new sound system..

[Bob Denman]

Brent,
It DOES seem that a blacked-out version of the RT-L might be pretty close to what you're looking for.
We're all still digesting these line-up changes: give it a little bit of time, and the smoke will clear!

[sealfloorboards]

Don't be concerned .... I have changed / improved my BASIC RT to a level Far beyond what people get with their RT-LTD.,....( for $ 5,000 more ) ........ I have only invested $ 500.00 for my changes .... I think you have seen it at SpyderFest ...... Mike

Right on BLUEKNIGHT911,
Doesn't take a kings ransom to get a nicely tricked RT basic model. I just added Seal RT SE5 Floorboards for 1/2 the price BRP charges for their half sized floorboards. I have radio, cruse, heated grips, fog lights and Zumo GPS. Don't need chrome, luggage, and another GPS. WAY LESS $$$$$$$. I just want to make sure I can...
Ride in comfort.

[Bob Denman]

I did the same thing with my 2010 A&C...
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But it's NOT a project for the faint of heart...

[HankD]

I went with the 2017 RTS over the Limited because I preferred the blacked-out look over the chrome bling. I guess I was in the minority if they are not offering the RTS anymore.

[k7xi]

"I don't like chrome". What kinda talk is that??

[collinsmandm]

I went with the 2017 RTS over the Limited because I preferred the blacked-out look over the chrome bling. I guess I was in the minority if they are not offering the RTS anymore.

On the same page. I don't have time to be cleaning all that chrome and didn't need the GPS so the RTS was the easy choice.

[WilderThomas]

I went with the 2017 RTS over the Limited because I preferred the blacked-out look over the chrome bling. I guess I was in the minority if they are not offering the RTS anymore.

I have a 2012 Can Am Spyder RT-S in Magnesium Silver. I believe the RT-SE5 is the same thing. I've added a few things to personalize it, and add to the comfort level:

Corbin dual color heated seat with rider backrest
Vanity mirror for passenger
LED light for illumination in trunk
Kaddy beverage holder for rider
Bluetooth FM radio transmitter from Lamonster
Black carbon fiber racing stripes from Wrap My Spyder
LED fog, and head lights
Stebel air horn
Dash mount from JT's Spyder Store

Had a question though. Below the RT-S is the Can Am Spyder w/audio and convenience package. By it's very description, I would have thought it came standard with the cb, and entertainment harness. Does it come with the harness at least, and then would the RT-SE5 come with the harness?














Black carbon fiber racing stripes from Wrap My Spyder

[stevencovert]

I went with the 2017 RTS over the Limited because I preferred the blacked-out look over the chrome bling. I guess I was in the minority if they are not offering the RTS anymore.

Then I pulled off all the bland sliver pieces and blacked them all! I love the look!

[blacklightning]

I did the same thing with my 2010 A&C...
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But it's NOT a project for the faint of heart...

It can definitely be done. I bought my 2014 RT and upgraded it to exactly what I wanted for. After getting a great deal on a new purchase, I ended up with what I wanted for a total investment of around $19k

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[Deanna777]

I have a 2014 RTS also, and I like it a lot, I'm going to wait and see what the 2019 Spyder line-up will be. I'm keeping my 2014 for awhile.

I am not trading. Chrome is nice, but a lot of work to keep it clean, & etc.

Deanna

[Peteoz]

Don't be concerned .... I have changed / improved my BASIC RT to a level Far beyond what people get with their RT-LTD.,....( for $ 5,000 more ) ........ I have only invested $ 500.00 for my changes .... I think you have seen it at SpyderFest ...... Mike

Have you been stealing spare parts again, Mike ?

Pete

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Have you been stealing spare parts again, Mike ?

Pete

.....Pete I don't have to steal them .... I make my own ..................Mike