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I agree!
The new Ryker is def. not for me as far as looks and power. I love my RSS too much to trade for something like the Ryker, but i will say that i would def. buy one for my wife as a new rider. I give BRP props for coming out with more options to attract different people. Lets face it, there are not that many 3 wheel riders out there.
2012 Can Am spyder RSS
Weekend rider.
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I think ...
Originally Posted by hgl
I commend BRP on the Ryker. It is clearly intended to be a smaller, lighter, cheaper commuter. An entry level ride. Instead of waiting for for us old farts to put away our 2 wheel bikes and move to the spyder to extend our riding years, BRP is trying to grow spyder riders from the start. Then as their incomes and abilities improve they will hopefully move on to F3s and RTs.
I think you hit the nail on the head with this analogy. It would seem that BRPs focus was set on attracting the younger generation of riders to secure future sales / upgrades as these new riders gain (1) the riding experience & (2) the disire to take up long range touring later on. Kudos to BRP for their foresight and for bringing to market a machine that I believe will achieve their goal.
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Currently Own:
2019 F3 Limited - Vegas White (Dark Edition) - His
(Baja Ron bar/links-Short reach bars-Center footpegs-Tall boy screen-Flag holders-LED Skidplate-Spydercuffs-Ultimate seat-LED Headlights)
*** BLOWN MOTOR Apr 21 @3,800 miles, motor replaced by BRP Jun 5, 21 ***
2019 RT Limited - Phoenix Orange (Chrome) - Hers
(Baja Ron bar/links-Skidplate-Spydercuff-Comfort seat-LED Headlights)
Previously Owned:
2013 RT SE5 (Orbital Blue) *31,000 Miles* - His
2012 RT Ltd SE5 (Pink Full Body Wrap) *41,000 Miles* - Hers
2021 Ryker 900 (Black) Sport Windshield - Foam Grips - Solo Comfort Seat
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A new entry model. Kewl.
Looks to be good also for smaller people.
Gotta ride one . . . .
08 RS/SM5 (Hers) (sold)
15 RT-S (Mine)
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Lots of opinions are being based upon only what is seen: not even a minute of "saddle-time" is involved.
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I mentioned this in a different thread: If you look at the models in the Ryker ads--they are looking for a whole new and different demographic.
I am still happy with my RT's because I like the "Cadillac" style ryde and options.
The F3--for me has the "looks," but I never liked the "ergos."
Ryker is a bit on the "bare" side for me. Hoping some people will buy one soon and give us a thorough review. Or, maybe the cycle mags will beat them to it. Rider usually does "new," and the Ryker sure fits that parameter. I don't see a Ryker in my future. I do love my "geezermobiles."
I also have a Vulcan in the garage which gives me the two wheel experience which I missed for awhile.
One again, I am not thinking I need a new RT just to get a more interesting color. It looks like I now have one in a "collector" color (yellow).
When someone buys and drives or just test drives--please let the site know.
Last edited by ARtraveler; 09-11-2018 at 01:32 PM.
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)
MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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Both are GENERAL MOTORS
Originally Posted by UtahPete
Corvette vs Cadillac. Different brand.
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Originally Posted by Fearless
Both are GENERAL MOTORS
My point exactly. The Ryker and the Spyder are different brands, but both are BRP.
The Holden is GM also isn't it? Nobody would mistake it for a Chevy.
Last edited by UtahPete; 09-13-2018 at 08:45 AM.
2014 RTL Platinum
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