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Power Steering Comparison
In comparing a 2018 with my 2016 RT LTD Power Steering it seems that the 2018 responds or steers effortlessly even at stand still My 2016 does not...
has anyone noticed this? Before I pull the trigger on my 1 month out of warranty Spyder to see if indeed it's a problem thought I'd throw this out
Thanks
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The DPS is different in the late 17 and 18 models although I can’t tell you if one feels different than the other. I had a 14 RT and now have a 17 F3T with the new DPS so that would be an apples to oranges comparison.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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Originally Posted by DUFF
In comparing a 2018 with my 2016 RT LTD Power Steering it seems that the 2018 responds or steers effortlessly even at stand still My 2016 does not...
has anyone noticed this? Before I pull the trigger on my 1 month out of warranty Spyder to see if indeed it's a problem thought I'd throw this out
Thanks
In 2017 the power steering unit (DPS) was changed. I don't know what the change was exactly but I do know my 2017 F3L steers much easier than my 2015 RT especially at a standstill and at slow speeds. I can maneuver the F3 in and out of the garage and a parking lot with ease compared to my RT.
Wayne Bishop
2015 RT-S Special Series
2017 F3 Limited
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Power Steering Comparison
I have a 2017 RTS and the PS is hard at standstill.
My wife has a 2017 F3L and the PS is as easy as can be at a standstill.
The RTS has been that way since I got it. So to me, it is normal.
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My 2018 RT is much easier to steer than my 2015 RT was.
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Same here, I've noticed a difference between my previous 2014 and my current 2018.
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My 15 RTS would not turn at idle. Had to start moving. My 18 F3L steers effortlessly at idle and moving. I love it. The 15 RTS was like moving a tank in tight parking situations. You would think BRP could offer an update for older ones to steer easier.
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I have a '14 RTs which steers terribly on the driveway or other tight spots compared to my 2016 F3L.
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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Originally Posted by dag62
I have a 2017 RTS and the PS is hard at standstill.
My wife has a 2017 F3L and the PS is as easy as can be at a standstill.
The RTS has been that way since I got it. So to me, it is normal.
Not all 2017’s have the new DPS, so it is possible that yours does not have it. If a 17 requires BUDS2 then it has the new DPS, if it can communicate with BUDS then it is the old version.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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weight
Per BRP spec's the '17 RT Limited weighs 1012 lbs. and the F3 T weighs 948 = 64 lbs.
Keep it honest!
Have a nice day and enjoy the weekend,
als
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HONEST VS. COMMENTS
Last edited by BLUEKNIGHT911; 08-31-2018 at 05:11 PM.
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The 2018 F3L weight is 987 so there is only 25 pound difference.
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: Power Steering Comparison
Test Drove 2018 RT and the there is a HUGE difference from my 2011 RT !!!
MUCH IMPROVED DPS !!!
Last edited by Tennis4040; 10-10-2018 at 02:06 PM.
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