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I finally got my21 RTL from iMotorsports, It was delivered Wednesday, but I was busy and only rode it into the garage. Thursday I took it out for my first ride on 3 wheels. I have read all the post and watched a lot of videos, so I pretty well knew what to expect. Took a 20 mile ride up to the lake , It felt really squirrely, which I chocked up to new rider. Got into the parking lot and practice a bunch of turns and figure 8's then back home, so a total of 40 miles. I decided to check the front tires, They both has 30 not 20. Lowered the air and took her out again, Much better, I tried various speeds all the way up to 80, (Which I never do), It was really nice, I rode 60 miles. My only need now is more time in the seat, and to figure out what to do with the handle bars. On my Harley I ran 2+2's, Up 2" Back 2". On the Spyder I felt like I had to lean over and down and I'm only 5'9". I felt like I was on a crotch rocket. Does anybody have any suggestions? Short reach bars, F3 Bars or a riser kit? My wife wants to ride it too. Harley always had a detailed handlebar compassion, I can't find anything like that on BRP.
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I installed the Lamonster handlebar riser and it helped a lot. I am 5'9". I also installed his floorboard riser which raised the floorboard up 2".
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Originally Posted by JRat
I finally got my21 RTL from iMotorsports, It was delivered Wednesday, but I was busy and only rode it into the garage. Thursday I took it out for my first ride on 3 wheels. I have read all the post and watched a lot of videos, so I pretty well knew what to expect. Took a 20 mile ride up to the lake , It felt really squirrely, which I chocked up to new rider. Got into the parking lot and practice a bunch of turns and figure 8's then back home, so a total of 40 miles. I decided to check the front tires, They both has 30 not 20. Lowered the air and took her out again, Much better, I tried various speeds all the way up to 80, (Which I never do), It was really nice, I rode 60 miles. My only need now is more time in the seat, and to figure out what to do with the handle bars. On my Harley I ran 2+2's, Up 2" Back 2". On the Spyder I felt like I had to lean over and down and I'm only 5'9". I felt like I was on a crotch rocket. Does anybody have any suggestions? Short reach bars, F3 Bars or a riser kit? My wife wants to ride it too. Harley always had a detailed handlebar compassion, I can't find anything like that on BRP.
You have Kenda tires Now, for your own safety put 28 psi in the REAR tire ( not the fronts ) ...... Auto tires are very safe at lower PSI's because they are stronger .... not so with the Kenda's ..... & ..... Mike
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RTL's sit higher, love my 2020, F3L. im 5 -9 also.. its like it was made for me. over 1000 miles of fun this yr so far... congrats..
2020 F3 limited, liquid titanium
grip puppies
Bajaron sway bar
lamonster belt dampener
battery tender
19 in freedom tinted windshield
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Quadtrac 165/60's
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Welcome to the greatest Spyder forum on the internet JRat, and congrats on the new Spyder. I love mine
FWIW I’m running 20 PSI in the front and 28 PSI in the rear. Feels like the right air pressure to me (OEM tires)
Best,
Jake
Reddick Fla.
It’s never too late to have a happy childhood
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On my 2021 RTL I found that 18 in the fronts and 28 in the rear is my sweet spot... 20 in front was just too squirrely.
I went all the way ...think $$$... and put Heli-Bars on this bike. LOVE them! So many ways to custom adjust - just for me.
The Utopia back rest was a must for me also.
As well as the foam over-grips for my tender palms... along with my original rubber Throttle Boss on the grips.
I do enjoy this bike - I hope you will have miles of smiles on yours.
2021 RT Ltd, Marsala Red/Black, Dark
New course heading Mr Sulu: 2nd star to the right and straight on til morning...
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Mine came from iMotorsports with 30 psi front and 35 rear. I lowered them to 18/28. Came with a full tank of gas, though!
"Love 'em all.... Let GOD sort 'em out!"
2021 RTL Dark Chalk Metallic with comfort seat
1978 GL1000 w/'75 engine show bike
1976 RD400c
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The rear was fine just the fronts that were overfilled.
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I bought the risers from Sling Mods, and at 5’7” the reach to the bars feels just right. As to tire pressure, I keep the OEM tires at 22 front, 30 rear, and that gives the bike the feel that I like.
2021 Spyder RT
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I bought both a 2" riser from lamonstergarage, and F3 bars. The F3 bars are difficult to find however. At least they were when I wanted them. I also put installed the floorboard risers from lamonstergarage as well. It's definitely a lot better.
2021 RT Base - Petrol Blue
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Nice choice for your Spyder, 2021 RTL.
Enjoy your Ryde Time and be Safe. .....
ENJOY YOUR LIFE WITH A SPYDER
Ryde with a Friend and be Safe
My Spyder ..... 'Little Blue-Boy'
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Congratulations!
I put on the Lamonster Riser, because it's one piece.
2021 RTL Marsala Dark Edition 4.13.2021
Lamonster Riser
Spyder Extras Docking station
Zumo XT (my own Plug & Play cable)
WrapMySpyder Carbon fiber partial kit.
Baja Ron ultra performance sway bar and end links
2015 RTS SM6 Intense Red
born on date 3/2015 (mine on 9/12/15)
Sold on 4.13.2021 33k of fun.
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