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Finally ... something positive about the 998!
I love how the earth rotates around the sun ... it really makes my day!
Currently Own:
2019 F3 Limited - Vegas White (Dark Edition) - His
(Baja Ron bar/links-Short reach bars-Center footpegs-Tall boy screen-Flag holders-LED Skidplate-Spydercuffs-Ultimate seat-LED Headlights)
*** BLOWN MOTOR Apr 21 @3,800 miles, motor replaced by BRP Jun 5, 21 ***
2019 RT Limited - Phoenix Orange (Chrome) - Hers
(Baja Ron bar/links-Skidplate-Spydercuff-Comfort seat-LED Headlights)
Previously Owned:
2013 RT SE5 (Orbital Blue) *31,000 Miles* - His
2012 RT Ltd SE5 (Pink Full Body Wrap) *41,000 Miles* - Hers
2021 Ryker 900 (Black) Sport Windshield - Foam Grips - Solo Comfort Seat
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Had no complaints or problems with mine but was still happy to move on.
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Ozzie Ozzie Ozzie
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Nothing like them....
To each his own ... they say. I am a 998 die hard with the last of the 106's. Have the 2012 RS sm5 and we will Ryde off into the sunset together. You have to know how to get the most from the big twin and when you find that sweet spot... it is a wonderful thing. to me the whole notion of these machines is it is not like driving an old Buick down the road, but more like an Italian sports car. The only thing missing on the 1330 se6 is the elimination of the paddle shifter and it's that Buick... all kidding aside there is that other saying..."love the one your with"...
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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Originally Posted by 2RTsGV
A very nice write up indeed. I love my 998. I don't like the service interval, I would enjoy the increased fuel range, but dang do I like the revs and the operation. I drove a 2014 RT for a friend recently, I test drove a 2017 F3 at the dealership, both were fun but it was a little like moving from a fun to drive car to a sedan. Nice but the sound was different, and not appealing.
I like my 998 and by the way, there were 1330 Ryders behind me at Maggie Valley and they said that from a stop they could not keep up.
Joe
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Don't miss the oil adds. I'm confident that the 1330 is going to be a great long term investment (motor).
Last edited by Saluda; 11-30-2017 at 07:20 AM.
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Last edited by 2RTsGV; 11-30-2017 at 02:08 PM.
I love how the earth rotates around the sun ... it really makes my day!
Currently Own:
2019 F3 Limited - Vegas White (Dark Edition) - His
(Baja Ron bar/links-Short reach bars-Center footpegs-Tall boy screen-Flag holders-LED Skidplate-Spydercuffs-Ultimate seat-LED Headlights)
*** BLOWN MOTOR Apr 21 @3,800 miles, motor replaced by BRP Jun 5, 21 ***
2019 RT Limited - Phoenix Orange (Chrome) - Hers
(Baja Ron bar/links-Skidplate-Spydercuff-Comfort seat-LED Headlights)
Previously Owned:
2013 RT SE5 (Orbital Blue) *31,000 Miles* - His
2012 RT Ltd SE5 (Pink Full Body Wrap) *41,000 Miles* - Hers
2021 Ryker 900 (Black) Sport Windshield - Foam Grips - Solo Comfort Seat
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I'm sorry you see people who recommend the triple to new buyers as Slammers...
However the extra miles between services via twice the service interval (and no valve check $) as well as 25% greater fuel range, are important issues for buyers to consider, don't you think??
Each motor has its own characteristics.
Not sure why people describe the F3 as a "sedan" either... Mine is as zippy as my earlier twins...
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Love my 09 RS, it makes the heart race every day, since I do all my own maintenance I've had none of the dealer issues.
Improvise, Adapt, Overcome, Semper Fi
2020 RT
Limited heated seats
removable back rest & rack
XK Glow light
Paint with light painted panels
(Gone but not forgotten ) 2009 RS SE5
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Mine is a 998
Hi Dave here
I also have the 998 mine is a 2009 GS with 20+K on it now and NEVER have had any
trouble with it. I also have a motorcycle ( Two Wheels) so I divide my time between them
or it would have more miles on it, I have never had any mechanical problems with it at all.
it's not worth much now so selling it or trading it in would be stupid so for now that is what I ride
but that F3 LTD sure looks nice....
Dave
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GUZZLE GUZZLE HEAT OIL...
While I love my 12 RT Ill never get used to having to add at least a quart if not 2 between changes or having to carry a gallon gas can if I might have to go more than 140 miles like I did year before last in Big Bend...soon as I finish paying it off this year I hope to trade it in on a 1330...just bought a front pulley due to seeing rust powder in the pulley and reading that's likely the cause...
2012 RT A&C bought new 42312 sold July 2018 56k miles currently driving a 2014 RTSE6 LTD bought October 2018 w 6800 miles nicely farkled
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We'll I haven't rode a 1330 yet but maybe I'll have to see what all the fuss is about. I love our 2011 RT just the raw sound of it get me All tingley inside. Kinda like when you got on your first bike and tore out on the open road. But I'll just have to try a 1330 one day. But to each his own that's what makes us who we are. So no matter what you ride. Happy Trails
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I've had the 998 twin and the 1330 triple.
I much prefer the 1330 triple, but I can see the advantage to the ST platform.
I'm disappointed that BRP stopped making the RS and RT platforms.
Perhaps an ST with the 1330 triple that is tuned to a higher RPM ??
Just my opinion, I could be wrong. I'm sure someone on this forum will let me know if I am.
If it ain't broke, don't break it.
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2020 RT Limited Asphalt Grey
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Originally Posted by loisk
I'm sorry you see people who recommend the triple to new buyers as Slammers...
However the extra miles between services via twice the service interval (and no valve check $) as well as 25% greater fuel range, are important issues for buyers to consider, don't you think??
Each motor has its own characteristics.
Not sure why people describe the F3 as a "sedan" either... Mine is as zippy as my earlier twins...
I have fond memories of my 2011 RTS. It served me well until the bigger engine came out and I got the 2014 RTS. Now I'm also loving my F3.
I'm just glad there's something out there for everyone. Too bad BRP has narrowed the line.
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We enjoyed the 2012 RTL and have moved on to the 2016 F3L. They are apples and oranges as far as the engines go. Like them both. The lower gearing on the 2016 keeps it plenty zippy so no complaints there. It was comfortable enough to do a cross country ride from Las Vegas to Spyderquest in New York with some sightseeing thrown in. I also ride a two wheeler but after that long trip I am looking forward to being a two spyder family once the F3L is paid off. Like I said I like the twin but the triple is way more of a modern engine, I do not regret moving on.
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
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2012 Spyder RT Limited Lava Bronze (Psalm 27:1;Luke 12:4,5)
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