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    Hi everyone, picked up my rt limited (white) on sat. morning. rode home to douglasville ga.(about 34 miles) in 100+ degrees. i felt like a piece of bacon in the frying pan. researched forums for about 2 weeks trying to decide between a harley trike or the spyder. needless to say the spyder won big. i traded my 1992 harley dyna glide (2300) miles in on the spyder. hope to do some mods in the near future. I guess the first thing i need to do is learn how to ride the thing. i'll probably be asking you guys plenty of questions on what and how to do things. thanks in advance and hope to see ya'll on the roads.
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    and on the ryde. You will find the answers to most of your questions from most of the people on SL's.

    Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.

    Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)

    MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles

    IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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    . There is a thread going strong right now with tips for new owners.
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    You have found the right place to learn everything you will ever need to know about your RT LTD. Just bought mine a month ago and I keep believe how much I have learned. Check here before you check with your dealer. Have fun with her.

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    Enjoy, Have Fun and most of all Be Safe

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    and on the purchase of your limited. Like its all ready been said, you've found the right place to get your questions answered. Dale

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    Default Trike training in Carterswville

    Quote Originally Posted by Spydman View Post
    Hi everyone, picked up my rt limited (white) on sat. morning. rode home to douglasville ga.(about 34 miles) in 100+ degrees. i felt like a piece of bacon in the frying pan. researched forums for about 2 weeks trying to decide between a harley trike or the spyder. needless to say the spyder won big. i traded my 1992 harley dyna glide (2300) miles in on the spyder. hope to do some mods in the near future. I guess the first thing i need to do is learn how to ride the thing. i'll probably be asking you guys plenty of questions on what and how to do things. thanks in advance and how to see ya'll on the roads.
    Ray Earls is the manager of the Rider Edge Courses and the SPyder MSF course for both Eqarl Small HD and Cartersville HD. He can be contacted at rayearls@earlsmallshd.com. Course is two days and really is for experienced riders' introduction to 3 wheels. Think he trying to arrange a course as we speak. Look forward to riding with you any time you're avaiable.
    I'm up in Waleska, just north of Canton, but could meet you most anyplace for a ride virtually any day.

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    and on your Ltd. Let the mods bergin and Ryde Safe!


    Spyder: 2011 RT Limited w/ RT-622 trailer
    Mods: ESI Brightsides, RT Rear Brightsides, HMT Brake Light, Scuff Guards, Utopia Backrest, Chrome, and more Chrome, Pearl White Rear View Mirrors, Rear Fender, and Dashboard, Black Rear Wheel and Belt Assy, SpyderPops Heat Shields & Bump Skid, Elka Stage 1+ Shocks, 2012 SF Graphics, Silver Carbonfiber Dash, Corbin Arm Rests, Baker A.W., BRP Vented WindShield. BR's Sway Bar, Tricled White Halo Lights, BadBoy Air Horn, Spyder Legs Floor Boards

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    Well here's to lots of miles and smiles for you!
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    Cool New Owner


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    Way to go Spyderman,

    it's said thaat the longer one has ridden two wheels, the longer it takes to get tight on three. Being a late starter, it didn't take long. Once that feeling is there you'll wonder why you waited so long. It's soooo nice on the road. Enjoy it your new ride and........

    Ride in comfort,

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    now make sure you read the post dos and donts for new riders it will help you stay happy you bought a spyder,lots of good info and it could keep you from ever seeing limp mod.

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    Default Welcome!

    Quote Originally Posted by Spydman View Post
    Hi everyone, picked up my rt limited (white) on sat. morning. rode home to douglasville ga.(about 34 miles) in 100+ degrees. i felt like a piece of bacon in the frying pan. researched forums for about 2 weeks trying to decide between a harley trike or the spyder. needless to say the spyder won big. i traded my 1992 harley dyna glide (2300) miles in on the spyder. hope to do some mods in the near future. I guess the first thing i need to do is learn how to ride the thing. i'll probably be asking you guys plenty of questions on what and how to do things. thanks in advance and how to see ya'll on the roads.
    Welcome aboard! Lots of helpful knowledge here, and a very good community! Ryde Safe, and look forward to hearing more about your adventures!
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    Welcome!! Ryde safe!

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    Welcome to the best forum with the nicest people ever... I have had many Harley's, the Spyder has bitten me bad! I live near Nashville TN.,maybe someday we will take a ride.

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    Welcome Aboard, Let the Fun Begin...Mike...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Spydman View Post
    Hi everyone, picked up my rt limited (white) on sat. morning. rode home to douglasville ga.(about 34 miles) in 100+ degrees. i felt like a piece of bacon in the frying pan. researched forums for about 2 weeks trying to decide between a harley trike or the spyder. needless to say the spyder won big. i traded my 1992 harley dyna glide (2300) miles in on the spyder. hope to do some mods in the near future. I guess the first thing i need to do is learn how to ride the thing. i'll probably be asking you guys plenty of questions on what and how to do things. thanks in advance and hope to see ya'll on the roads.
    Well, you'll have to private message me and compare notes. I thought I was the only Spyder in Douglas County, but now I think there are FOUR. Check in at your convenience.smoky

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    Congratulations on your new Spyder.

    Here is a link to a thread that covers a few very basic points for new owners gathered from various resources, and experience. Hope it helps you enjoy your new ride and avoid a few mistakes and bad-habits -- especially since you came from the two-wheel v-twin world. There will be some things you'll have to change.

    Remember the last rule though!


    http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...-Spyder-owners

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    Default Good for YOU!!

    congratulations and hope you have many thousands of miles of fun....you found a great forum filled with wonderful people on your new !

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    on your purchase, and

    ....and we're gonna ride, we're gonna ride.....

    ride like the one-eyed Jack of Diamonds, with
    the devil close behind,.....we're gonna ride....

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