Rumors of my Death Yada-Yada-Yada!

[Raptor]

Whatup, Y'all! It seems like it's been ages since I have logged on here. Some of you don't know who I am, some might remember - I was a somewhat early adopter to the Spyder and at one point we were a 2-Spyder householde; me on my infamous Phantom14 and my Wife on her Pearl '10 RSS. But things change, and I went the way of 2 wheels. My Wife, however held fast and kept her RSS. So there is still a Spyder in the stable!

Well, life has thrown yet another curve ball at us, and now she is in a position where she might not ride her Spyder any longer. We tossed the idea of selling it around, but I am not pushing that idea. She doesn't want to because she is still attached to it, and I don't blame her. The thing is still a beauty, in absolutely pristine condition and box stock with 14,400 miles on the ticker. And it runs perfectly. But it's just sitting there not being used, and I don't ride the thing. Well, that was untill a month ago when I had to go get a back tire put on.

Now it had been a LONG time since I had been aboard a Spyder. I did a set of pre-ride checks just make sure it was even rideable. It all checked fine. When I mounted up to get the tire done, I actually had to sit there for a moment while I warmed her up and refamiliarize myself with the machine, where everything was and etc. Once I was all set I hit the road - and I had a blast! I completely forgot how much fun these things were to ride. I got the tire done, and needless to say, I took the long way home.

So the question remains as to whether we will sell it. But that is her call, and I'll give her as much time she needs. In the mean time, I think I'm gonna put this machine in the rotation. Far better to put some miles on and keep it fresh than to let it sit. So I reckon I'm a Spyder rider once again!

[spydaman60]

welcome back to the spyder saddle!!

[Bfromla]

Welcome back & if yall like her 2010 do yourself a favor & look test ride the new 1330 F3 & could be the motivator to keep you on 3

[ARtraveler]

[Chupaca]

You were never really gone but it is nice to get back on and experience it all over again. Must be nice and so much funGlad your back in the saddle (spyder) again....

[Raptor]

Welcome back & if yall like her 2010 do yourself a favor & look test ride the new 1330 F3 & could be the motivator to keep you on 3

I have to admit I have been curious about the F3. I did get to sit on one and it felt pretty nice. The ergos were more comfortable than the RSS and I had the feeling of being more "in" the bike than "on" it. I think I would like to ride one some day to see what it's really like.

[Bfromla]

I have to admit I have been curious about the F3. I did get to sit on one and it felt pretty nice. The ergos were more comfortable than the RSS and I had the feeling of being more "in" the bike than "on" it. I think I would like to ride one some day to see what it's really like.

Will be happy from TH RSS I tried when first came out, (very base line) really liked it but the options on my STL won over Now they are offering F3L & F3T. it's quite tempting it nothing else try test ride & keep options open. The lower RPM's will be one of first things to notice.

[Bob Denman]

Thanks for stopping by! (But you were never really gone anyway! )
The bike is paid for: keep it, and see what happens next...

[HayRog]

Good story - I like it

[Raptor]

Thanks for stopping by! (But you were never really gone anyway! )
The bike is paid for: keep it, and see what happens next...

It's actually nice to be back on the board. Looks as good as ever! SO, since the cover has been off and I have been riding it again, I caught myself last night already starting to think about mods! You know how it goes...

"Well, you know, I should think about a shock upgrade. I did the sway bar but never did the shocks. And that stock exhaust can should probably go..." The insanity begins all over again! Of course if I actually touch anything on this particular machine at this point I am in BIG trouble, seeins as it's not really mine to mess with! But should my Wife decide she is actually done with it, it's green light city, baby!

[Bob Denman]

Do we need to remind you that there are only two known cures for "Farkleosis"?
1. Bankruptcy...
2. Death at the hands of an enraged Spouse...

Tread cautiously, and don't worry: we'll NEVER tell her what you're up to!

[Raptor]

Do we need to remind you that there are only two known cures for "Farkleosis"?
1. Bankruptcy...
2. Death at the hands of an enraged Spouse...

Tread cautiously, and don't worry: we'll NEVER tell her what you're up to!

Thanks, brother... I knew I could count on you! Of the two possibilities, number one is always a possibility. However, number 2 is more likely! So I think I will leave well enough alone and just enjoy the ride for now. Besides, I have my own bikes to play with, so I'll just focus on those!

[Ron2andia]

Enjoy and keep her!

[Raptor]

Enjoy and keep her!

Yessir, that is the plan as of now. And I am glad!

[Bob Denman]

Thanks, brother... I knew I could count on you! Of the two possibilities, number one is always a possibility. However, number 2 is more likely! So I think I will leave well enough alone and just enjoy the ride for now. Besides, I have my own bikes to play with, so I'll just focus on those!

It was Cruzr Joe, who found out that it's best to play some "defense", every once in a while...
He got his Bride a brnad new set of granite counter-tops, and ended up with a brand new RT-S in the process!