What's your opinion on the nwe Spyder design and riding position?

[Mexican]

Went to the Texas Long Horn rally and had the chance to sit on one, i guess i'm used to the standard riding position because i did not like the crusier like posture, also my wife said that the front looks like a lawn mower
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[cuznjohn]

to be honest i like the look of the seating position. i would do the tri axis handlebars on my rt if they weren't so expensive and so hard to install just to sit upright more

[ARtraveler]

I like the looks (mean & fast). Also find that the more I look at it, I like the difference between the F3 and other models. Instead of snowmobile, it does indeed look a bit lawnmowerish--but in a nice way.

You are not alone with the lawn mower comment. There have even been suggestions to paint it in John Deere Green/Yellow.

As far as seating position, I cannot comment because I have not had the opportunity to test sit or test drive. They won't be up here until next April or so.

I am now a dyed in the wool RT person--but 4 years ago or so, I would have jumped on the F3 with no questions asked.

[iSpyder]

... also my wife said that the front looks like a lawn mower

Tell your wife someone else agrees with her assessment!

[flamingobabe]

To ride one will change your mind....the throttle is quick....really feels secure seating in the seat...Mark road one and he went down to Lone Star to find fault in the F3....he loves it.....but with all the problems we had with my 2013 ST...we will not be purchasing a F3 for a while....they, F3 have to prove themselves

[blacklightning]

I used to ride a M109. To me, the riding position is very similar. It is good for cruising, but for long, over the road touring, the standard RT seating position worked better for me. With the cruising position, my movement and body repositioning was limited. As for the looks, I just do not like it. But, that is the reason for different bikes, we have different likes, so we need different choices. I am also not a fan of the exposed frame.

[Bob Denman]

They're trying to broaden their market appeal with this bike...
It may not be your cup of tea; but it's bound to be somebody's!

[GunDoctor]

Works for me, been cruising on my Harley for the past 20 years, so it totally works and I'm the very market they are after. On order and waiting.

[bmccaffrey]

Haven't sat o one yet. But will test one when i get the chance.

Looks- like a bulldog. I think the front looks like the old snow ghia snowmobile or thr ford focus

[MikeinGA]

Only if it would have Ape Hanger bars.

Mike

[Dragonrider]

I like/prefer the forward control position. The F3 is comfortable, but looks like _____ because the rider sits too far back, and it has insufficient storage - even with the BRP bags. You buy a bike because it moves your soul - the F3 doesn't come close for me. But if it works for you, go enjoy it.

[Mexican]

On the other hand, the side view i like, it looks like out of a Terminator movie, and not that much plastic!! you can actually see the engine, they offered me to test ride it and i declined the offer, now i regreat it

[BikeIowa]

Only if it would have Ape Hanger bars.

Mike

+1

[flamingobabe]

the handlebars are interchangeable...so if you want ape hangers...do it

[Bob Denman]

Only if it would have Ape Hanger bars.

Mike

You asked for it... Ape-Hangers.jpg

[StanProff]

Works for me, been cruising on my Harley for the past 20 years, so it totally works and I'm the very market they are after. On order and waiting.

10 years ago I would have jump all over the F3. I am on my 2nd RT ( a '14 RTS) and the 1330 is a great step up for the Spyder. I loved my '10 model and the 998 engine was strong but that engine was more suited for the RS. With the new gearing (larger sprocket on the back) I am sure the F3 will be HOT. Good luck and hope you get yours soon. As a Harley rider going to the F3 I am very interested in your assessment of it.

[GunDoctor]

Stan....I will be test riding tomorrow..can't wait.

[Bob Denman]

Stan....I will be test riding tomorrow..can't wait.

We're here; waiting for the "Report From The Saddle"...

[Raknid]

I am not a fan of the cruiser seating position. I like the looks of the ride though. Just would never be for me with cruiser seating.

[StanProff]

Stan....I will be test riding tomorrow..can't wait.

Can't wait for your assessment of it.

[Flash Gordon]

When I did a test ride on the F3, they gave me one with the foot pegs in the #2 position. I am 5' 7" with a 29" inseam, which tells you I am not only short, but have short legs & arms. I have to admit that they did a good job matching me to a F3. It was very comfortable, and because you sit lower than on my RT-L, it was a very different ride, but a lot of fun. This F3 will move. I have a 2014 RT-L, and the F3 was much quicker etc. They have done several things to make it a lot different than the RT, even though it has the same engine, and transmission. It is lighter in weight, it has a rear sprocket that is larger, the engine is tuned differently, it has a different muffler etc. There are many changes that make this a truly different ride than the RT. I too am an x-Harley rider as well as other cruiser type two wheel bikes. I enjoyed my demo ride a lot, and if I could afford a second Spyder, I would buy one. I think they have put together a bike that will appeal to a new group of riders.

[Chupaca]

for the cruiser it is a dream come true. I did not ryde one but sat on them at the IMS Long Beach show. Tried all the positions on the bars and pegs. Now for those of us with back and or other issues this is not the greatest. I for one do use my legs to help support my back I like being able to stand/lift out of the seat a bit on long rydes. I also use leg pressure on the pegs for cornering. I find the seating on the F3 limiting this range of motion. Mind you this is only my view...

[OJ UK]

Went to the Texas Long Horn rally and had the chance to sit on one, i guess i'm used to the standard riding position because i did not like the crusier like posture, also my wife said that the front looks like a lawn mower
spyder3.jpg

Looking at this picture, the foot pegs look to be on settings three or four. If they were moved back to one or two then I think you'd be comfy.
There are also four different reach distances for the handlebars. You do look overstretched in photo.
Here's how they adjust:

[Mexican]

Looking at this picture, You do look overstretched in photo.

Forgot to tell you i'm every bit of 5'4' tall,,,or should i say ,,,short??

[PW2013STL]

I put highway pegs on my RT so I can sterach out my legs as my knees get sore in the standard riding position. I think the F3 looks like it would be more comfortable for me, but would need to test ride one first. I would miss the storage of the RT so unless they offer a hitch for it so I can tow a trailer then no F3 for me.