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2014 Spyder RS: Opinions needed
Hi, I have seen a: 2014 Spyder RS for sale at: $9,500 firm with 1,325 miles. Viewing the photos it looks like it is in mint condition. I am assuming it is a v-twin 100hp which may be a deal breaker for me. I do like the 3 cylinder.
Any input you can provide on this would be helpful because I am new to the Spyder world. Any issues with the 2014 spyder I should be aware of? Relibility issues, recalls, etc. Your opinion on price etc.
Thank you in advance,
Frank
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Below is My Opinion
Price is high is it an SE5 or SM5? Mileage is low for a 6 year old bike and that is not always a good thing when its that low (1325). Use Caution and try and work the price down, a lot to think about. With just the info you provide and nothing more to go on I would tell my friend to run away from it. So a 2014 RS SM5 with 1,325 miles no upgrades $9500.00 firm is what you are saying (6 years old ). NADA $14,899 when new; $6,145 low retail now; $8,085 Average retail now.
1. 2014 was a good year for Spyders in general.
2. There is nothing wrong with the 998 twin cylinder engine.
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Thank you for your input! It is very helpful. I was also concerned about the low mileage and the fact that it has been sitting a lot in a hot garage for 5 years. I know about this because I live in Lake Havasu where it is listed.
I appreciate your comments!
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Originally Posted by CopperSpyder
Below is My Opinion
Price is high is it an SE5 or SM5? Mileage is low for a 6 year old bike and that is not always a good thing when its that low (1325). Use Caution and try and work the price down, a lot to think about. With just the info you provide and nothing more to go on I would tell my friend to run away from it. So a 2014 RS SM5 with 1,325 miles no upgrades $9500.00 firm is what you are saying (6 years old ). NADA $14,899 when new; $6,145 low retail now; $8,085 Average retail now.
1. 2014 was a good year for Spyders in general.
2. There is nothing wrong with the 998 twin cylinder engine.
The listing stated: it is an RS.
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Originally Posted by Frankab
The listing stated: it is an RS.
SE5 is the designation for semi-automatic shifting, SM5 is manual clutch shifting.
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Isnt the 2014 the first year of the 1330??
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Originally Posted by Sputter
Isnt the 2014 the first year of the 1330??
Yes. And, the first 6-speed tranny. I purchased one of these first year models. Have had no issues or problems with it. 35K and still going strong.
BRP was still using the 998 engine in RS and ST models in 2014.
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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)
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Originally Posted by ARtraveler
Yes. And, the first 6-speed tranny. I purchased one of these first year models. Have had no issues or problems with it. 35K and still going strong.
BRP was still using the 998 engine in RS and ST models in 2014.
I personally like them both! As stated previously by another they are different! I will have a 1330 manual shift as soon as I can make room in the garage.
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Originally Posted by Sputter
I personally like them both! As stated previously by another they are different! I will have a 1330 manual shift as soon as I can make room in the garage.
I currently have one of each of the engines. 998 and 1330. Either one is great, but each one has its own special characteristics.
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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Originally Posted by Sputter
Isnt the 2014 the first year of the 1330??
I asked the owner, is it 2 or 3 cylinder? She did not know!
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Originally Posted by Frankab
I asked the owner, is it 2 or 3 cylinder? She did not know!
Don't be too hard on her for not knowing. There is a local dealer here that tried to tell me that the base F3 in 2015 had the 2 cylinder engine. Sometimes you have to check them out for yourself. I have owned a 2014 RT (1330), a 2012 RSS (990), and now have a 2016 F3T (1330). They all have their ups and downs. For an all around bike, the F3T just suits me better, as it is like a combination of the other 2. I only miss my RT whenever the wife and I go on longer trips. It is more comfortable for 2 up riding. But for just local solo riding, I kinda miss my RSS, and will probably try to pick up another one day. I did not like the extra heat that they gave off, other than that, I really liked it. But it was strickly a solo ride for me.
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Frank, as a 2012 RS owner since 2013 and 17,500 miles ridden on it I can tell you there isn't anything wrong with the V-twin 990 series engine it's strong and dependable and the right-size engine for this series of Spyder's. The bigger question in my mind is, is it an SM5 (manual clutch-shift) or an SE5 (semi-automatic clutch-shift)? The SE5's are more expensive, desirability depends on the rider if you prefer to manually clutch and shift or want to be able to just bump a paddle on the handlebar up/down to automatically shift it. I prefer the SE5 option, I just like to enjoy the ride not having to fiddle with the machine every time I have to stop or slow down for traffic. The paddle-shifting SE5 is a sweetheart IMHO!
Don't be concerned about the engine, that RS is still capable of being quite a crotch-rocket if that's how you like to ride.... there are videos on Youtube of them drag-racing on drag-strips together... because of their lower weight they accelerate like a rocket ship, the SE5's can upshift just as fast as you can click the paddle shifter!
Having been parked in a garage more often than not, not that huge of a deal you'll want to have the bike serviced fully at a shop anyways if you buy it. You can probably negotiate the price down a bit more, sounds like owner never really got "into" riding it and will probably consider reasonable offers to clear the space IMHO. It's worth a shot if you like the look of the bike. Go see it in person, ask to hear it run and if you can ride it around the driveway or the block or something.
Good luck!
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