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 Getting 2013 RT
Decided I was getting to old for riding 2 up with my 2008 Piaggio. Gets 55 mpg so will keep it for running around town. Picking up new Viper Red RT  2morrow for longer trips 2 up. Any advice for a noob?
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 just remember that the Spyder doesn't handle like a two wheeler at all.
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Getting 2013 RT
Congrats !
There is a good "Do's and don't" thread in the general Spyder discussion section. Search a bit and you will find it.
Plan some time to go through these forums: you will discover an amazing source of information.
My computer screen has been my best friend through the first months of ownership.
...Ben...
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Re: Getting 2013 RT
Welcome and congratulations, the Spyder will be your ryde of choice.
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Welcome..!!
 on the new ryde...advise..you came to the right place. You just ask and you will get all the advise you can handle. Some good some lopsided sometimes you will have to take an average but never bad..!! 
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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Enjoy Your New Ride!
I recently traded my V-Star 950 for a 2012 RT Limited and love it. I also have a Piaggio MP3 that my wife primarily rides and it is a blast to ride but very different from the Spyder. My advise is to read as many posts on this forum as possible. There is a ton of great info here for newbies and experienced owners alike. It took me about 200 miles to get used to the differences between riding a regular motorcycle and the Spyder. If you have ever ridden a snowmobile or watercraft the transition will be much easier (as it was for me). The biggest difference is the way you steer and handle corners. You cannot countersteer on a Can-Am as you would on a two-wheeler. You will find yourself actually steering through turns although shifting your body weight is still beneficial. Once you get the hang of cornering you will find the Spyder to be a great machine for commuting or touring.
Also, watch your speed over speed bumps or dips in the road. It is very easy to scrape the front skid plate if you don't slow down enough. When you are on the freeway in windy conditions you will likely experience more movement from the wind due to the large profile catching the wind. Same thing when you pass a semi or other large vehicle. I actually found riding two-up to be better in these conditions as the added weight seem to help stabilize the Spyder.
Finally, the Can-Am likes to run at high RPM's....not the norm for a v-twin. I found that upshifting at 5,000 rpm is ideal and try to keep the revs between 4,500 and 5,500 rpm. I don't shift into 5th gear until I hit 65 mph. At 70 mph the engine is running at about 5,100 rpm which is the sweet spot for the motor. Don't worry about the revs if you want to cruise at 75 to 78 mph, you can cruise all day at that speed....unless the cops are not particularly friendly!
Oh, one last thing, your fuel economy will never be great. Expect 26 to 28 mpg until you get the engine broken in and into the low 30's afterwards. Remember, this is a heavy machine, not a 550 lb Piaggio.
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 Teddy & I would like to say Congrats on the New Ryde & Welcome to the SpyderHood
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and on getting a  . You have found the best place for info! 
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Mods: ESI Brightsides, RT Rear Brightsides, HMT Brake Light, Scuff Guards, Utopia Backrest, Chrome, and more Chrome, Pearl White Rear View Mirrors, Rear Fender, and Dashboard, Black Rear Wheel and Belt Assy, SpyderPops Heat Shields & Bump Skid, Elka Stage 1+ Shocks, 2012 SF Graphics, Silver Carbonfiber Dash, Corbin Arm Rests, Baker A.W., BRP Vented WindShield. BR's Sway Bar, Tricled White Halo Lights, BadBoy Air Horn, Spyder Legs Floor Boards
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Welcome to spyderslovers.com from another newbie to a newbie lol... This is an awesome place. Anything you need to know can be found here! Not to mention the great people..
hope you enjoy it as much as I do
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Great combination! Nancy considered a Piaggio MP3, and I rode one. They seem like great in-town vehicles. At that time there was only a 250, though, and she needed a highway flyer. Along came the Spyder and she found something even better. You are gonna love the RT...and Viper Red is my favorite!
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first two mods you'll need. Spyderpops bump skid (possum pusher) and Bajaron sway bar. JMHO.
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Bump skid
 Originally Posted by bruiser
first two mods you'll need. Spyderpops bump skid (possum pusher) and Bajaron sway bar. JMHO.
I kno what the anti-sway is but have not heard of possum pusher ;-)
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Originally Posted by bullant12
OUCH!!!!!!!
Chris
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