I feel like my 2012 RT is now obsolete

[2manycars]

With all of the posts and pictures of everyone's 2014 with all of the fabulous changes, I feel like I might as well just leave my 2012 in the garage. Seriously, I wish I had the money right now to buy a 2014. I also don't put enough miles on the current RT to justify changing it. I suppose when and if the weather in Pa gets better I will feel better about the machine.

I have not been on here much recently, but wondered what the real world differences in terms of MPG, Range, heat issues and so forth are between the 2012 and 2014s?

By the way, I am sure this topic has been addressed many times, but with my lack of participation on the board I missed them.

[Purple Guy]

Heat is no longer an issue.
Range is around 220 miles
MPG most reports are in the 34 range

That being said, as fine a machine as the 2014 is turning out to be by most reports the 2012 RT is still a fine machine IMHO.
When the skies clear I`m sure your smile will reappear!

[jerpinoy]

Uh, sorry but I think your feelings of inadequacy as to your 2012 (I ride a 2010 imagine how I feel) ride are certainly well founded.
After all, now that the 2014s are out how can you possibly enjoy bright sunny days and warm nights riding the 2012?

I doubt now that the 991 cc Rotax will be able to pull you up a hill.

And imagine now how you are going to feel when a TRIPLE CYLINDER passes you on the road.
It will be sheer horror and humiliation.
How dare BRP engineer a better Spyder than you bought and how dare they hawk the changes they made.
Hang your head in shame, oh owner of the has been.
Realize your station in life as the owner of bygone technology.
How can you possibly enjoy your Spyder with the sure and certain knowledge that there exists a superior ride?
Know full well that your puny 2012 will tremble and Limp Home Mode by the mere sight of the Mighty 2014.
Ah, rest your head and realize the worm will turn.
Maybe in 2015 Cognac will be discontinued.
Maybe 2015 will see a Quad cylinder with 9 forward speeds, 2 reverse and a radio you can actually hear.

So I feel for you brother of lost technology.
Lay your head down and go gentle into that Good Night.

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ I love my 2012 RT SE5 ZZZZZZZZZZZ

[3 Wheel Addict]

How do you think we feel when we just bought a new 2013 and its only a few months old and they come out with the 1330 engine!

[2manycars]

Uh, sorry but I think your feelings of inadequacy as to your 2012 (I ride a 2010 imagine how I feel) ride are certainly well founded.
After all, now that the 2014s are out how can you possibly enjoy bright sunny days and warm nights riding the 2012?

I doubt now that the 991 cc Rotax will be able to pull you up a hill.

And imagine now how you are going to feel when a TRIPLE CYLINDER passes you on the road.
It will be sheer horror and humiliation.
How dare BRP engineer a better Spyder than you bought and how dare they hawk the changes they made.
Hang your head in shame, oh owner of the has been.
Realize your station in life as the owner of bygone technology.
How can you possibly enjoy your Spyder with the sure and certain knowledge that there exists a superior ride?
Know full well that your puny 2012 will tremble and Limp Home Mode by the mere sight of the Mighty 2014.
Ah, rest your head and realize the worm will turn.
Maybe in 2015 Cognac will be discontinued.
Maybe 2015 will see a Quad cylinder with 9 forward speeds, 2 reverse and a radio you can actually hear.

So I feel for you brother of lost technology.
Lay your head down and go gentle into that Good Night.

A shorter but written by a genius

Our whole economy is based on planned obsolescence.
Brooks Stevens
Milwaukee-based Brooks Stevens was one of the great industrial designers, but he's best known for coining the term "planned obsolescence."

[Dan McNally]

The best in the world . . . is the one I own. I can ride it when I want! When I try riding a 2014 , the owner's keep calling the cops !

[eddieshep999]

Just look at it this way - This time next year those that purchased the 1st 2014 Models may see some upgrades to the 2015 Model and they will feel some of you pain also

As for me I Like Roger am still running my 2010 RT-S SE-5 Spyder it is doing all I need it to do at the present time mileage is just below 15,000 and I have no plans to change it for at least 18 months

The only problem we have in the UK is we are now down to 2 main dealers for the whole of the UK having lost 3 in the last 2 yrs and BRP have not appointed any new one's yet

I will decide if I will purchase another Can-Am Spyder I like the product but want to be assured we will have dealer back up should things go wrong

[Some Guy]

With all of the posts and pictures of everyone's 2014 with all of the fabulous changes, I feel like I might as well just leave my 2012 in the garage.

I did that today!

I rode my Model-T, I mean 2008 GS to work in sub-freezing temps this morning. If the 14s are putting all previous Spyders out to pasture, then I'm going to be out in that pasture having a great time!

My hardest decision is which of my totally out-dated Spyders I'm going to thoroughly enjoy each day! Maybe it will be the comfort of my 2012 RT-S LTD tomorrow...or maybe another ride on the obnoxiously loud GS...

[Bob Denman]

How many miles, has your 2012 cheerfully carried you?
I'm sure that it's got many more such miles; just waiting for you!

[bluestratos]

I bought the 14 because my 2011 was plagued with problems other wise I would not have spend the money. Yes, they get a bit better gas mileage but the extra $18K I paid would have bought a lot of gas lol...The power wise I really don't notice a bid difference but my 2011 was quieter. Your not obsolete, just a different generation.

[jcthorne]

When Louise wanted an RT-S a few months ago, we had to decide 13 or 14. Bought our second 2013.

We feel we got 98% of what the 2014 offers for about 2/3 the price. Oh, and the fact that the 2014s don't come in any decent colors (namely blue) sealed the deal.

Both of our 13s run great and are a blast to drive. Heck, did well over 200 miles yesterday enjoying the Texas bluebonnets on a picture perfect blue sky day.

[grumpybob]

My '12 RT Limited is now a classic. I am also a classic. What better sight is there to behold!

[BajaRon]

My humble advise.....

[DJFaninTN]

imagine that payment on a new one?

that will help you sleep better at night

[Magdave]

I bought the 14 because my 2011 was plagued with problems other wise I would not have spend the money. Yes, they get a bit better gas mileage but the extra $18K I paid would have bought a lot of gas lol...The power wise I really don't notice a bid difference but my 2011 was quieter. Your not obsolete, just a different generation.

There is the truth less than 10hp and 10 lbs of torque separate them. The 998 is a proven engine and the 1330 is not. I expect to see more issues with it. I will ride mine until the 1330 is proven bulletproof maybe 2015 or 16. I like a challenge and I am sure my 13 will keep up with a 14 even if I have to make 1 or 2 more stops for gas. I am ready for a leg stretch after a tank full anyway I came from the Corvette crowd and the same thing happened each generation got better but I still like the C4 over the C5,C6 and C7. Just because you have deep pockets and are willing to take a big hit in trade in does not make anything better. JMHO

[spydaman60]

Uh, sorry but I think your feelings of inadequacy as to your 2012 (I ride a 2010 imagine how I feel) ride are certainly well founded.
After all, now that the 2014s are out how can you possibly enjoy bright sunny days and warm nights riding the 2012?

I doubt now that the 991 cc Rotax will be able to pull you up a hill.

And imagine now how you are going to feel when a TRIPLE CYLINDER passes you on the road.
It will be sheer horror and humiliation.
How dare BRP engineer a better Spyder than you bought and how dare they hawk the changes they made.
Hang your head in shame, oh owner of the has been.
Realize your station in life as the owner of bygone technology.
How can you possibly enjoy your Spyder with the sure and certain knowledge that there exists a superior ride?
Know full well that your puny 2012 will tremble and Limp Home Mode by the mere sight of the Mighty 2014.
Ah, rest your head and realize the worm will turn.
Maybe in 2015 Cognac will be discontinued.
Maybe 2015 will see a Quad cylinder with 9 forward speeds, 2 reverse and a radio you can actually hear.

So I feel for you brother of lost technology.
Lay your head down and go gentle into that Good Night.

roger, what have you been drinking today???

[Bob Denman]

My humble advise.....

PERFECT!!

[mtbear]

I was just on my 2012 earlier today and last Saturday, it still put's a smile on my face.
mtbear

[Bob Denman]

...Which is EXACTLY what they're supposed to do!

[coz]

bring your old rt to cincinnati, so i can blow the doors off of it with my antique g s . p.s. forget about the Jones's.

[Netminder]

bring your old rt to cincinnati, so i can blow the doors off of it with my antique g s . p.s. forget about the Jones's.

Enjoy whatever your riding!

[Bob Denman]

Besides; how do you think that we're gonna feel, when you guys are all trading up for the NEXT set of improvements?

[kinggeek]

My 2011 is perfect! I paid a lot of money to make it so. Not in the market for a replacement!

[PatGund]

I have a 2012 RT I bought May of last year.

Does it have the bells and whistles of the 2013 or 2014? Nope.

Still a fun ride though.

[SPYD1]

imagine that payment on a new one?

that will help you sleep better at night

Couldn't have said it better...