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What do like about your Spyder
I am one month in with my 2013 Spyder ST after 40 years of 2 wheels. What is it you like about your Spyder?
I have put nearly 2000 miles on the Spyder in the last 28 days. While it took a little getting used to, I am very comfortable on the bike now. When I first got the Spyder, I thought that there was no way I could take curves and corners like I used to on my motorcycle. I now find myself speeding up through the curves just because I can. It holds true to the road and I find it exhilarating.
After 40 years on a motorcycle, I still love to ride. However, I had stopped riding, just to ride. If I had somewhere to go I would often take the bike. Now that I have the spyder, I get excited when I can find a reason to ride it. I go out and ride, just to be on the Spyder. I once again look for any reason to ride. In fact, last weekend started out at 36 degrees. I took the Spyder on a 250 mile ride. It did warm up through out the day and was very pleasant by the time I got home.
I had a Yamaha venture and I also rode a 1900 CC Yamaha roadliner. I worried about the 998 being underpowered and the vibration that would accompany it. I have become very impressed with this engine and have grown accostomed to the high reving nature. It is a lot of fun and more powerful than I expected.
It is a truly unique ride and feel and more fun than I imagined. Very happy to be on a Spyder.
What do you like about yours? Just curious.
Various bikes since 8 years old
1999 Honda Nighthawk
1999 Honda Pacifica
2005 BMW 1150 RT
2007 Yamaha Roadliner
2007 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture
2013 Can Am Spyder ST
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Nice recap...👍
I love everything about it... well the nanny can be fussy but there are ways around her. I rode two wheelers for some 60 years and regret not having gone to the spyder the day it came out.. I never compare it to two wheelers as it is a different Ryde altogether. You will also find that these machine know no shortcuts home...
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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I still love riding my dirt bike and street bikes. But riding a Spyder is apples to oranges. I know that I can rail corners with abandon because I'm not worrying about sand, the nanny will take care of over exuberance. Plus, with a top case, side cases and a frunk, we can carry lots of luggage for overnighters unlike our sport bikes. It doesn't give me the sense of flying like a leaning bike, but I compromise on the fun factor knowing the Spyder's practicality and that it still outperforms most cruisers.
When life throws you curves, aim for the apex
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I love everything about my Spyder.
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Originally Posted by Mad Mac
This is said real well about stopping at a red light and in traffic. I jump on my Spyder for just short trips more than I ever did on my Gold Wing's because you don't have to hold it up when you stop. I do ride a lone so I don't have someone to hold the fan. I like everything about the Spyder. There is only one thing and it is no big deal. I wish you could just turn the key on and start it, not have to wait and push the one button on the handle bar. No big deal.
2021 RT Limited
Asphalt Grey
Lamonster RT phone mount
Sena SMH-10
Lamonster Belt Tensioner w/ larger roller
Spyderpops Missing Belt Guard
Garmin's GPS
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Originally Posted by gerald37
I wish you could just turn the key on and start it, not have to wait and push the one button on the handle bar. No big deal.
This would have to be the one draw back. But no big deal. Agreed!!!!
I kinda like my reverse though.
Various bikes since 8 years old
1999 Honda Nighthawk
1999 Honda Pacifica
2005 BMW 1150 RT
2007 Yamaha Roadliner
2007 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture
2013 Can Am Spyder ST
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I love everything about my F3 but the dam blinkers LOL.
Small and not laid out well switch and you can't see the indicator in the day
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Originally Posted by Mahaflac
I am one month in with my 2013 Spyder ST after 40 years of 2 wheels. What is it you like about your Spyder?
I have put nearly 2000 miles on the Spyder in the last 28 days. While it took a little getting used to, I am very comfortable on the bike now. When I first got the Spyder, I thought that there was no way I could take curves and corners like I used to on my motorcycle. I now find myself speeding up through the curves just because I can. It holds true to the road and I find it exhilarating.
After 40 years on a motorcycle, I still love to ride. However, I had stopped riding, just to ride. If I had somewhere to go I would often take the bike. Now that I have the spyder, I get excited when I can find a reason to ride it. I go out and ride, just to be on the Spyder. I once again look for any reason to ride. In fact, last weekend started out at 36 degrees. I took the Spyder on a 250 mile ride. It did warm up through out the day and was very pleasant by the time I got home.
I had a Yamaha venture and I also rode a 1900 CC Yamaha roadliner. I worried about the 998 being underpowered and the vibration that would accompany it. I have become very impressed with this engine and have grown accostomed to the high reving nature. It is a lot of fun and more powerful than I expected.
It is a truly unique ride and feel and more fun than I imagined. Very happy to be on a Spyder.
What do you like about yours? Just curious.
EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!
My new 2018 RT Limited (Champagne Metallic) is my 4th Spyder so I must really like them???????????
BIG F
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Back out there
I ended up with severe balance problems when I was 39 ( inner ear) and lost normal balance for life . Although I have regained my ability to walk, work etc driving a 2 wheeled bike anymore was pretty much over with , at least safely for my thinking . The Spyder gave me the ability and desire to again do what I have loved my entire life since about 10 years old ( motorcycles and snowmobiles) ... so ya 👍... I’m very happy to have the opportunity to Ryde
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Here's your fan...
Originally Posted by Mad Mac
Plug it in, clip to your handlebar and you're cool!!
Plug in fan.jpg
Ryde, eat, sleep.... repeat
2019 Spyder RT Limited Pearl White/Dark
LaMonster drink holder with X-Grip
LaMonster Belt Dampener
Lamonster USB cable with extension
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
It's much easier to talk about what I DON'T like...
Do you see what I mean?
clever. I see what you did there!!!!!
Various bikes since 8 years old
1999 Honda Nighthawk
1999 Honda Pacifica
2005 BMW 1150 RT
2007 Yamaha Roadliner
2007 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture
2013 Can Am Spyder ST
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Sunny and 70
Sunny and 70 outside. I’m going to get on it and ride to....who am I kidding. I have no idea. Just going to wander for several hours. Happy trails!!!!
Various bikes since 8 years old
1999 Honda Nighthawk
1999 Honda Pacifica
2005 BMW 1150 RT
2007 Yamaha Roadliner
2007 Yamaha Royal Star Midnight Venture
2013 Can Am Spyder ST
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Every once in a while; you'll find a "naysayer"...
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I like everything about my spyder.
Deanna
Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue
Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
Gremlin Bell
Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
Ultimate F3 Floorboards
Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
Sway Bar with Links
Rolo Laser Alignment
Half Cover
A-Arm Daytime Dual Color LED Running Lights with Blinker Module
Hi-Viz DRL and Sequential Mirrors lights
Marinco 12Volt Power Receptacle with polarized leads & slide lock
Show chrome Trunk Shock
Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
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Can't put it into words but...
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I love everything about my 2016 RTS but I don't agree with one thing I keep hearing. To me, once moving, my Spyder feels like a motorcycle and I love it. The biggest difference is the steering. I get the same feeling of freedom and wind in my face (when I lower the windshield).
However, my Spyder is MUCH more comfortable and has MANY advantages over regular motorcycles. Like I said, I LOVE IT!!! By the way, I also love the Pearl White color. I have universal praise for how classy it looks.
Last edited by Casher50; 04-25-2018 at 02:09 PM.
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2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser(modifiedfor off-roaduse)
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