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2012 RT Limited possible purchase
Hi all
New to the forum
We are looking at the possible purchase of a 2012 RT limited with apx 7000 miles . The bike is a one owner who traded it in for a 2014 and appears to be well kept.
The bike is for my wife, she is taken with the Spyder and has decided she wants one. Also when I give up 2 wheels the bike also appeals to me.(current ride is a FJR1300)
I would appreciate any advise as to any problem areas to be aware of while test driving the RT
Thanks in advance
Jeff
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Originally Posted by 68vette
Hi all
New to the forum
We are looking at the possible purchase of a 2012 RT limited with apx 7000 miles . The bike is a one owner who traded it in for a 2014 and appears to be well kept.
The bike is for my wife, she is taken with the Spyder and has decided she wants one. Also when I give up 2 wheels the bike also appeals to me.(current ride is a FJR1300)
I would appreciate any advise as to any problem areas to be aware of while test driving the RT
Thanks in advance
Jeff
Could be the best of the breed.
@ 7,000 all it should need is a rear tire.
Penny and Rick have owned many motorcycles starting in 1974 with Hondas, then to Suzukis, Gold Wings and ultimately Spyders.
74 Honda 360T (pair); 78 Suzuki GS 1000 (pair); 82 Honda Aspencade; 84 Honda 400; 87 Yamaha 1100; 99 Honda Valkyrie; 01 Suzuki Burgman(triked); 02 Honda GL 1800(triked); 10 Spyder RTSE; 11 Spyder RTSM; 12 Spyder RTSL (pair); 20 Spyder RTL (current)
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We love ours. Rear brake pads wear quickly.
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
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Thanks for the responses I will question the dealer about service records
My wife is really excited about the bike( me too just love getting new toys)
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From what I hear this is the best model they ever had.
I had mine for more then a year with 23,000 miles of fun.
You will sure enjoy it.
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Great Choice
I own and ryde the 2012 RTS-SE5! Right now, I have a little over 12,500 miles on it. I have heard it said on this site that the back tire wears fast. That may be true, but...I am still on the original tire with no signs of excessive wear. The RT is probably one of the most comfortable of all the Spyders (Biased opinion, mind you). Just a word to the wise, make sure you check your oil regularly. Anywhere between 300 to 500 miles at speeds of 65 or greater, the RT seems to use (burn) a little oil. A splash every once in awhile won't hurt. But make sure you check before you add any additional oil. And the best advice I could give...Go out there and enjoy the ride!!!!! Be safe!!
"Ride Safe, Ride Long, and Ride Often...Be Free on Three"
ValCruzSpyder
2012 RTS-SE5 Pure Magnesium
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I had a 2012 RT-LTD and absolutely no issues with it. Of all the 1st gen RT's IMHO that's the one to get.
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The above posters have you covered. Due diligence of checking with the previous owner, and looking at the service records should give you all the information you need. If the previous owner is on SL, a look at their previous posts will give you information about the also.
Across the board, the 2012 seems to be the best of the 998's.
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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I have a 12 RT AND my friend bought a used 12 RT. I THINK IT WAS A GREAT YEAR!!!!
2010 was the first year for the RT AND 2012 was the last year of that design. I don't think you could go wrong. Especially w low mileage.
ENJOY
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Bob
the screen name is driven by my other toy, a 1968 convertible vette I bought in 1990 while living in CA. I have had the screen name for other forums and am not creative enough to come up with a new screen name
It is a 427 bored and stroked to a 492 pulling about 500 hp at the fly wheel according to the computer generated configuration. I also added a 5 speed manual over drive to help keep the RPMs down. I enjoy driving it when not on the Yamaha FJR1300. Hopefully my wife will allow me to drive the RT on occasion
I will post some Pics with the vette and the RT after the purchase
Also again thanks for all the input about the RT
Jeff
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Welcome..!!
to this site..you picked a winner. Low mileage and well kept. You will love it and once you get the hang of it you will be on one as well..!!
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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Go for it .The. 2012 is the best year produced on the RT.I bought my 2012 RT Limited just on 2 years ago and turned 28000 miles today.Absolutely trouble free.Its a great bike and imtend keepin it for a good few year
ivor.
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Just remember to not ride the brake or it will on into limp mode.
4" Stubby antenna, Dual arm LEDs Fender LEDs, Back Rest, Luggage Rack, Run, Brake and Strobe for top case, Mirror LEDs,Back Off decal on mud flap, reciptal for Battery Tender and Heated Gear, mirror LEDs that stay on or work with blinkers, GPS, side bag red LEDs, Top cuff with Ram Ball phone holder And USB power, Top cuff with drink holder and passenger cup holder. Also grilles in front of radiators, also spyclops. Garmin 595 GPS, Freedom windshield. Also glove box console And trunk wrap in carbon fiber from wrap my spyder. BRP comfort seat. added garage opener with rocker switch in center console to match other switches. And I have added Elka stage 2 shocks.
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A few months ago I trade d a 08 spyder for a 2012 rts and it is Great, good luck with your new ride and welcome
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Welcome
Your wife will love her Spyder. In case you might have missed it, there is a great thread devoted to new riders that you may find of interest:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...-Spyder-owners
Don
Did own: 2008, Red, SE5 - and 2010, Black, RT-S Premiere Edition Number 670
Now Own: 2014 Black RT-S SE6
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You did not say where in SC you are,but if you are buying from Velocity PowerSports in Ladson,SC you picked the best dealer/service center in the state! they will take care of you as they have taking care of my wife(SDM) and me with our The wife just traded her 2011 RTS for a 2014 RTL and I have a 2011 RS. If your near or coming this way let us know and maybe we can get together for a ryde or something.
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