Test ride...

[First Timer]

The wife and I test rode a 2016 RT Limited yesterday. The ride was excellent compared to our HD Freewheeler. Debating on to trade or not to trade. I've had HD's for years, and we are also looking at the new HD Tri-glide.
Any one ever switch from their Tri to a Can Am ? If so any remarks as to likes or dis-likes between the two. The Can Am does seem to have a better ride comfort,

Thanks for any input or information.

[Bob Denman]

Or at least a potential SpyderLover!
While I haven't made the switch: I've got a friend with the Tri-Glide. This allows me the opportunity to "jump the fence" o couple of times each year, and compare the two rides.
Harley really has the seating and the amenities well sorted-out. Even though the controls take much more forceful inputs; everything is in the right place, and they fall easily into hand.
The Spyders have the handling that the Harleys can only dream about. His T-G really understeers like a dump truck with soft front tires, while my RT-L carves turns as if it were on rails.
The Harley has real TORQUE... The 1330 is very good, but it's not THAT good.
But the Spyder is much faster...
The SE-6 transmission is the icing on top of what is a very large and tasty cake!

He'd switch: if he could afford to!

[Chupaca]

Hate to be another that has not switched but has riden trikes, sidecars and reverse trikes. Not talking brands, image and loyalty the spyder does out handle them all. I am not the bells and whistle type just plain old kick and go. You should also test the F3 though short on storage it is a cruiser for the most part...good luck those that have switched will come along....

[Suziespyder]

I also had my first test drive yesterday. We have HD Trike for 3 years and my husband rides a FatboyS he got this year......I loved and purchased a RT Limited SE , Very very easy to handle, love all the storage. No more dealing with clutch! Ended up trading in Trike towards purchase. The Trike was awesome.....enjoyed it, but them after test riding the Spider I knew it was time for a change.

Go go for the Spider, don't think you will regret it.

[Pampurrs]

I demoed the tri-glide while I was in transition from two wheels to three. I really didn't care for the way it handled, and the price was ridiculous for what you get. The Spyder RT, by comparison, handles like a dream, and much less expensive.

You can't go wrong with the Spyder.

Pam

[rcturner]

I built a Harley trike for a friend a few years ago. When I rode it, it scared me to death. It was a good kit and a good bike I started with. I just could not trust the handling of the unit. I got my first Spyder and have never felt the discomfort of the trike. Now on second Spyder RT. Love them.

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I also had my first test drive yesterday. We have HD Trike for 3 years and my husband rides a FatboyS he got this year......I loved and purchased a RT Limited SE , Very very easy to handle, love all the storage. No more dealing with clutch! Ended up trading in Trike towards purchase. The Trike was awesome.....enjoyed it, but them after test riding the Spider I knew it was time for a change.

Go go for the Spider, don't think you will regret it.

Nice to hear but remember this ryde is all about the "Y"! You purchased a SPYDER! The spider is spinning a web in your garage right now!!

[PaladinLV]

Actually, the TORQUE in a Spyder is rated higher then a stock (not Dyno'd) HD.
When riding with HOGs going up a steep incline (in cruise control) they significantly slow down while my speed is maintained. Also the torque allows the spyder to cruise in 6th at 40 mph.

However, crank the HD and it will definitely leave Spyder in the dust.

AJ

Or at least a potential SpyderLover!
While I haven't made the switch: I've got a friend with the Tri-Glide. This allows me the opportunity to "jump the fence" o couple of times each year, and compare the two rides.
Harley really has the seating and the amenities well sorted-out. Even though the controls take much more forceful inputs; everything is in the right place, and they fall easily into hand.
The Spyders have the handling that the Harleys can only dream about. His T-G really understeers like a dump truck with soft front tires, while my RT-L carves turns as if it were on rails.
The Harley has real TORQUE... The 1330 is very good, but it's not THAT good.
But the Spyder is much faster...
The SE-6 transmission is the icing on top of what is a very large and tasty cake!

He'd switch: if he could afford to!

[Bob Denman]

Actually, the TORQUE in a Spyder is rated higher then a stock (not Dyno'd) HD.
When riding with HOGs going up a steep incline (in cruise control) they significantly slow down while my speed is maintained. Also the torque allows the spyder to cruise in 6th at 40 mph.

However, crank the HD and it will definitely leave Spyder in the dust.

AJ

104.7, versus 96???

But I DO agree about being able to use 6th gear as low as 40 mph...

[Clement3]

The wife and I test rode a 2016 RT Limited yesterday. The ride was excellent compared to our HD Freewheeler. Debating on to trade or not to trade. I've had HD's for years, and we are also looking at the new HD Tri-glide.
Any one ever switch from their Tri to a Can Am ? If so any remarks as to likes or dis-likes between the two. The Can Am does seem to have a better ride comfort,

Thanks for any input or information.

Hi: Victor Clement from Mich. I just made the switch from 2015 Harley Freewheeler to A 2015 Spyder RT special edition. No regret here the Spyder is much more comfortable. I upgraded to the fox shocks and had lazer alignment done.
i did not like the heat and getting beaten up by the wind on the Freewheeler.

[First Timer]

Well I guess I'm going to join the Spyder ranks. Just sold my Free over the weekend. I've located a 2016 RT Limited demo with 700 miles on it, plus the dealer is discounting $4800 off his price. Seemed to be the best deal I could find right now on a Spyder, so I'm a happy camper. Going to pick it up on either Wed or Thur this week.

Thanks to everyone's input,
Emil.

[Bob Denman]

Now: the fun can REALLY get started!!

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[bodymanpainter]

Well I guess I'm going to join the Spyder ranks. Just sold my Free over the weekend. I've located a 2016 RT Limited demo with 700 miles on it, plus the dealer is discounting $4800 off his price. Seemed to be the best deal I could find right now on a Spyder, so I'm a happy camper. Going to pick it up on either Wed or Thur this week.

Thanks to everyone's input,
Emil.

Those test rides will do it every time!
Congrats and enjoy your new Spyder!

Toby

[First Timer]

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Here she is, in her new home!!

[geoshmo]

Beautiful. My favorite color. Now the fun starts.

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Here she is, in her new home!!

SWEEEEEEEET!!!!!!!

[Deanna777]

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Here she is, in her new home!!

on your new! let the smiles, miles begin. We are here to help. Deanna

[ndspyderlover]

The wife and I test rode a 2016 RT Limited yesterday. The ride was excellent compared to our HD Freewheeler. Debating on to trade or not to trade. I've had HD's for years, and we are also looking at the new HD Tri-glide.
Any one ever switch from their Tri to a Can Am ? If so any remarks as to likes or dis-likes between the two. The Can Am does seem to have a better ride comfort,

Thanks for any input or information.

I think one thing to consider is the servicing reputation of the dealership network. I have had three can ams and the dealer service in my area is horrendous. if you have a problem with a can am you can have a problem getting it repaired. my can am has been in the shop twice this year for a total of about a month. it seems they have a problem diagnosing the problem and then waiting for parts. mine is a 2014 with 7500 miles. very disgusting. I am on the verge of trading for a Harley trike. much better dealer network. thanks for letting me vent.

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We are fortunate to have THE BEST dealer in the Western United States in Elk Grove Power Sports! They have top notch service and parts and they do a great job selling!

[SteveLaoyster]

A coworker of mine said he just took an RTL for a test ride & felt too cramped. He was thinking of getting one because of having trouble with his knees. Now he is going to take a Heritage Softail for a ride. He now has a Yamaha V -star that he rides. I think he's asking for trouble with the Harley if his knees are bothering him.

[Lastchance]

A coworker of mine said he just took an RTL for a test ride & felt too cramped. He was thinking of getting one because of having trouble with his knees. Now he is going to take a Heritage Softail for a ride. He now has a Yamaha V -star that he rides. I think he's asking for trouble with the Harley if his knees are bothering him.

Tell him to try an F3, coming off a Raider I felt jammed in just sitting on a RT and I'm only 5'8"

[First Timer]

The dealer I purchased my Can Am from is a Harley-Davidson dealer that also sells the Can Am's. Has certified BRP Tech's. I don't think I'll have any trouble with their service department. The service is a big deal on any motorcycle.
The dealer is Metro Harley-Davidson / Can Am out of Cedar Rapids Iowa. It's about a 2 1/2 hour ride but it will be worth it.

[agedbikeman]

Stumbled across this post while looking for answer to a different problem.
I have to differ from most opinions, I find the spyder uncomfortable and badly designed and made, it's clear that the designers are not bikers, Had to buy a comfort seat and fit highway boards or riding was impossble, control switches have little or no feel to them with thick gloves on, here in France gloves are compulsory at all times on bikes. My 25 year old GL1500 with a Towpack insta trike kit beats the pants off the spyder, it's clear that the Goldwing was made by a motorbike company. Everything can be repaired on the wing, not so with spyder, you have to change big expensive chunks, cruise control button fell of, part not available, have to change whole switch unit 400 euros, winscreen lifter broke, part not available have to buy whole chunk of gear, piles of money, seriously considering ditching the spyder.