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09-20-2015, 05:26 PM
#126
SpyderLovers Founder
Originally Posted by loisk
The F3-T looks really good tho like Canada I'm waiting, not hopefully, for the Oz price. And (I know I've mentioned this before) if Oz only brings the SE6 in the 'Limited' I know the price will be up near the RT! I do hope we get std F3-T in electronic shift.
A question if I may re u-fit.
I know (from husband's F3) that I will need the short reach bars which are listed at about USD150 (so a lot more in Oz) - CAN I just order the F3-T with the short reach bars and not have the original ones at all?? ie if "u-fit" is meant to tailor the bike to me, why does it seem in reality to be "u-accessorise with bits we sell you" --- I'd much rather order the bar as part of the rrp of the bike than have it as an added cost accessory. Same goes for the link bits for the foot position. I hope I've got this wrong, so some clarification sought, please.
You make a good point. My guess is you would have to bring this up to your dealer. I know the dealers have to buy the controls and they are not part of the package when they order a F3, they all come the same.
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09-20-2015, 05:40 PM
#127
Originally Posted by Lamonster
They are now saying that the F3 is optimized for a single rider about 250 lb limit. Two up on occasionally and if the rider is heavier or rides two up all the time they should go with the F3-T.
There is a shock upgrade for the current F3 that has more load capacity at a very reasonable price, around $250 I think they said.
Hey Lamont, new guy here and to motorcycle/trike riding in general, looking at buying a a Spyder one day. This point is of interest to me, since I am on the heavy side ( Even with weight loss, I think I'll probably still end up around 225+). And riding two-up is a consideration I do have. Are the upgraded shocks referring to the FOX Podium shocks from Can-Am? Or different one that's not listed on the Can-Am Build and Price tool? Additionally, would all three wheels need shock upgrades, or just front or back?
As for my opinions on the 2016 line up. I like the new RSS colors, that "Gold Wheat" trim looks good. It is now something I'm considering
The ST-S, I'm really not impressed, especially since there's now the F3-T, and I need more a of reason beyond "RS with Footboards, and a factory installed radio kit" to buy it
The F3.... well on one hand, now I no longer have to worry about the question of "huh, do I try turning the F3-S into a pseudo-touring machine one day, or dedicated riding machine". The -S is now clearly better suited for the shorter trips, and riding for the sake of riding, and the -T for the weekend trips/vacations without having to tow it on a trailer to the location.
Of course, they also then had to introduce all the new F3 options and parts, and I kinda like most of the "Bonneville" set up suggestion Can-Am has on their Youtube page (granted, I'd probably skip the silencer and handlebar option). And with most of the options mentioned in that video it looks nice. It also cost at around $30,000 at MSRP
The F3-T looks pretty good too. And the inclusion of saddlebags and the ability to add a trailer is something I like. So that's definitely being considered as well
And the RT. Well, I do like the RT-S Special series.
Last edited by Alt Eisen; 09-20-2015 at 05:42 PM.
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09-20-2015, 05:48 PM
#128
SpyderLovers Founder
Click Here for the 2016 Catalog and Videos
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09-20-2015, 05:53 PM
#129
SpyderLovers Founder
Originally Posted by Alt Eisen
Hey Lamont, new guy here and to motorcycle/trike riding in general, looking at buying a a Spyder one day. This point is of interest to me, since I am on the heavy side ( Even with weight loss, I think I'll probably still end up around 225+). And riding two-up is a consideration I do have. Are the upgraded shocks referring to the FOX Podium shocks from Can-Am? Or different one that's not listed on the Can-Am Build and Price tool? Additionally, would all three wheels need shock upgrades, or just front or back?
As for my opinions on the 2016 line up. I like the new RSS colors, that "Gold Wheat" trim looks good. It is now something I'm considering
The ST-S, I'm really not impressed, especially since there's now the F3-T, and I need more a of reason beyond "RS with Footboards, and a factory installed radio kit" to buy it
The F3.... well on one hand, now I no longer have to worry about the question of "huh, do I try turning the F3-S into a pseudo-touring machine one day, or dedicated riding machine". The -S is now clearly better suited for the shorter trips, and riding for the sake of riding, and the -T for the weekend trips/vacations without having to tow it on a trailer to the location.
Of course, they also then had to introduce all the new F3 options and parts, and I kinda like most of the "Bonneville" set up suggestion Can-Am has on their Youtube page (granted, I'd probably skip the silencer and handlebar option). And with most of the options mentioned in that video it looks nice. It also cost at around $30,000 at MSRP
The F3-T looks pretty good too. And the inclusion of saddlebags and the ability to add a trailer is something I like. So that's definitely being considered as well
And the RT. Well, I do like the RT-S Special series.
My guess is the F3-T would fit you well. It has a new swingarm that includes an airbag and you'll be able to tow.
Base price is right at $23K
http://www.spyderlovers.com/pdf/2016F3pricing.pdf
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09-20-2015, 06:16 PM
#130
Thanks - just what Jeff's F3S needs - looked in catalogue (thanks for link) and could only find Fox for rear at almost $1K. Maybe it's not in the catalogue yet or maybe I need another breakfast-coffee??
Originally Posted by Lamonster
They are now saying that the F3 is optimized for a single rider about 250 lb limit. Two up on occasionally and if the rider is heavier or rides two up all the time they should go with the F3-T.
There is a shock upgrade for the current F3 that has more load capacity at a very reasonable price, around $250 I think they said.
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09-20-2015, 06:25 PM
#131
SpyderLovers Founder
Originally Posted by loisk
Thanks - just what Jeff's F3S needs - looked in catalogue (thanks for link) and could only find Fox for rear at almost $1K. Maybe it's not in the catalogue yet or maybe I need another breakfast-coffee??
I don't see it in there either but the guy I talked to said in the next couple of weeks it would be available from your dealer.
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09-20-2015, 07:09 PM
#132
SpyderLovers Founder
Rider 2016 Can AM Spyder review. Click Here
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09-20-2015, 08:46 PM
#133
SpyderLovers Founder
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09-20-2015, 08:50 PM
#134
Very Active Member
So now you can use the GPS as MP3 player too.
2018 F3 LIMITED
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09-20-2015, 08:52 PM
#135
Very Active Member
Hitch and Swingarm
Am I see the pictures right? The round tubular swingarm has been dropped and they went back to a rectangle tube type so that the standard hitch would fit.
2018 F3 LIMITED
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09-20-2015, 08:54 PM
#136
SpyderLovers Founder
Originally Posted by billybovine
Am I see the pictures right? The round tubular swingarm has been dropped and they went back to a rectangle tube type so that the standard hitch would fit.
Only on the T and Limited model. The hitch looks the same but it's not, different part number.
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09-20-2015, 08:58 PM
#137
Very Active Member
Originally Posted by Lamonster
Only on the T and Limited model. The hitch looks the same but it's not, different part number.
Got it. Not all F3 can get the hitch.
2018 F3 LIMITED
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09-20-2015, 10:49 PM
#138
Very Active Member
Is the red version the limited?
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Spyder #1 - 2008 GS SM5 Premier Edition #1977. RIP after 80,000 miles.
Spyder #2 - 2012 RT SM5. Traded in after 24,000 miles.
Spyder #3 - 2015 F3 SM6. Put 13,000 miles on and sold it.
Spyder #4 - 2017 F3 SM6. Too good of a deal to pass up!
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09-20-2015, 11:01 PM
#139
Very Active Member
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09-21-2015, 08:40 AM
#140
Ultimate Spyderlover
Originally Posted by loisk
pics courtesy Naomi of Ledgewood Powersports - questions - the backrest (white bike) - looks like it swivels to be passenger or rider ?? The Back End (red bike) - is this one standard? looks great
Gotta say it's growing on me, look forward to seeing it some time next year
That looks really good.
2012 Spyder RS S SE5 Magnesium, Power Commander V with Autotune, HMF Exhaust, Green air filter,
TricLed/Custom Dynamics Led Project titled "Knight Rider"
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09-21-2015, 05:45 PM
#141
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09-21-2015, 06:05 PM
#142
Registered Users
F3T Limited Black Matte is sick! The unfortunate thing is the $29k price tag makes me sick.
2012 Spyder RS SM5 - Steel Black Metallic "The Murder"
Southern Cruisers Riding Club - Chapter 072 - Northern Illinois
Two Brothers M2 Pipe; TB Juice Box; Hartco Custom Saddle; Rivco Driver Floorboards; Rivco Heel Toe Shifter; ESI Highway Pegs & Brackets; ESI 4.5" Easy Riser Handlebar Risers; BajaRon Sway Bar; Cycle Sounds Series 3 200 Watt Sound System; 14" Touring Windshield; Custom Dynamics Mirror Extensions; Kuryakyn ISO Grips; Kuryakyn Throttle Boss; Kuryakyn End Weights; Frunk Liner.
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09-21-2015, 06:42 PM
#143
Lamont, any idea on how wide the f3t is from bag to bag? Is it just me or is it a lot wider than the RT?? Thanks
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09-21-2015, 06:57 PM
#144
SpyderLovers Founder
Originally Posted by DrewNJ
Lamont, any idea on how wide the f3t is from bag to bag? Is it just me or is it a lot wider than the RT?? Thanks
I don't know for sure but I can tell you in person nothing looks out of place. I'm having a hard time figuring out what I'm going to do to make it better
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09-21-2015, 06:59 PM
#145
another qu
I've read the brochure and done a pretend-build (for the purposes I lived temporarily in Virginia ! ) and am a little confused.
Does the F3T get the usb thing in the glovebox?
And does it get basic speakers??
I see the F3T Ltd gets fancier speakers & radio but don't need that.
On the build it seems to add over $1K to the base F3T for fancy speakers/woofers/radio etc, so makes me think there is a basic speaker/usb unit on the plain F3T (for itunes and gps)??
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09-21-2015, 07:11 PM
#146
Registered Users
I wonder what issues they will have next year
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09-21-2015, 07:13 PM
#147
SpyderLovers Founder
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09-21-2015, 07:15 PM
#148
SpyderLovers Founder
I think this a great price for what you're getting I think.
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09-22-2015, 06:43 AM
#149
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09-22-2015, 11:14 AM
#150
Originally Posted by Lamonster
Lamonster,
Does the glove box lock on the F3-T?
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