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331 Mile F3 Test Ryde
On Thanksgiving Day I took a 331 mile F3 Test Ryde compliments of Central Florida Powersports in Kissimmee, Fl. It was an incredible way to spend the holiday. For those who wish to see my full trip report/evaluation click on the following link
http://www.usspyderryders.com/blog/2...-day-test-ryde
Dec 1st I rode the F3 an additional 93 miles and updated my blog for some additional observations. You may wish to look at the link again to get the full report Ryde Safe
Last edited by BikerDoc; 12-01-2014 at 04:57 PM.
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Thank-You
That was one of the best demo ride reports yet. Hopefully another demo rider will do a You-Tube video of his F3 ride sometime soon. I like these videos taken from the rider perspective and get a lot from watching & listening to their comments. Your's was well written though and appreciated.
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Good right up and I am liking the F3 more and more, just will not get rid of my RTS and can't bring myself to
part with my Honda 1800N (the beast) so may be some time in the future it may be my next bike.
Thanks for your right up and thoughts on a great new machine. I got to test ride one in Daytona and was very
impressed with it also, just didn't get to ride as far as you did.
Toby
2020 RTL
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Nice write up, thank you
(keeping my 2014 RTS)
Cruzr Joe
2018 F3 Limited, BRP Driver Backrest, Spyderpops Lighted Bump Skid, Dual Spyclops Light, Mirror Turn Signals, Laser Alignment, Engine LEDs, Fog Lights With Halo's, Cushion Handgrips, BRT LEDs, and Under Lighting, Lamonster IPS, (with Clock), F4 25" Vented Windshield with Wings, Airhawk "R" Cushions. Position 4 Brake setting, Short reach Handlebars, Dash Mounted Voltmeter and 12 Volt Plug. Set of 3rd pegs. Extended Passenger Seat. Exterior BRP Connect setup, Ultimate Trailer
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Ditto from my review...power is crazy fun. Like your comment on a windshield. I just couldn't remember the wind issue during my ride. May have to look more into that as I will be using the Magna 9 from Bell.
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Originally Posted by Cruzr Joe
Nice write up, thank you
(keeping my 2014 RTS)
Cruzr Joe
so am I, The F3 is an add on. The RTL and trailer will still be with us for long distance rides
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Great Review thanks.
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Originally Posted by BikerDoc
so am I, The F3 is an add on. The RTL and trailer will still be with us for long distance rides
Great review! I had a much shorter demo ride but I agree with many things you said. Especially the windshield! What did you think about the stock seat. I was on an F3-S and I thought the seat was extremely comfortable. I agree about buying both backrest but I had originally thought I may also need the cannonball seat based on the comfort of the stock seat on previous spyders but I'm not so sure it is needed. I will definitely not buy it up front and try the stock for awhile. My only concern is storage as I plan on doing at least a couple of 1500 mile trips per year but I'm sure that can be solved easily. I'm on an 09 GS now and the smoothness of the ride compared to my bike was unbelievable. Spyders sure have came along way in a few short years. I love the F-3!!
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Wow..!!
now thats a test ryde...a bit more and it will be broke in..!! thanks..!!
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Originally Posted by SpyderRx
Great review! I had a much shorter demo ride but I agree with many things you said. Especially the windshield! What did you think about the stock seat. I was on an F3-S and I thought the seat was extremely comfortable. I agree about buying both backrest but I had originally thought I may also need the cannonball seat based on the comfort of the stock seat on previous spyders but I'm not so sure it is needed. I will definitely not buy it up front and try the stock for awhile. My only concern is storage as I plan on doing at least a couple of 1500 mile trips per year but I'm sure that can be solved easily. I'm on an 09 GS now and the smoothness of the ride compared to my bike was unbelievable. Spyders sure have came along way in a few short years. I love the F-3!!
I think the stock seat is quite comfortable compared to any standard Spyder seat I have ridden before. I did not order the cannonball seat and the only reason I ordered the backrests was for extra support against the torque (the deep cut of the seat actually supported my lower back fairly well)
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Can somebody summarize the F3 for me? Lots of raves but I'm not clear why it's so much better than the previous Spyders.
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Originally Posted by randian
Can somebody summarize the F3 for me? Lots of raves but I'm not clear why it's so much better than the previous Spyders.
I think the biggest and most significant difference to me was the fact that you are sitting lower and "in" the spyder instead of "on" the spyder. It allows you to take corners without the feeling that you have to counter the force pulling you away from the curve. Now you are a part of the spyder and simply follow it through the curve, if that makes and sense. I've only ridden an RT a very short distance but comparing it to the RS and ST it is a much smoother ride with more power and torque. I also like the fact that the motor runs at a lower RPM at cruising speed. That's just my take on it for whatever it is worth.
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Thanks for the review. Tell more about the "linkages" you'd buy for ufit. Can't the fit be adjusted without buying something more?
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Originally Posted by PrairieSpyder
Thanks for the review. Tell more about the "linkages" you'd buy for ufit. Can't the fit be adjusted without buying something more?
If one chooses to move the pegs (or floorboards) to different positions, specific length linkages must be used to also move the brake pedal and/or gear shifter. It's too bad they didn't just design the linkages to be adjustable. On a surprising mote, the linkages are not very expensive!!
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Originally Posted by petegtsv10
If one chooses to move the pegs (or floorboards) to different positions, specific length linkages must be used to also move the brake pedal and/or gear shifter. It's too bad they didn't just design the linkages to be adjustable. On a surprising mote, the linkages are not very expensive!!
The linkages are relatively cheap but the handle bars aren't they run 449.99 for chrome I think the carbon black are only 149.99 if I am reading it right in the new catalog.
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Originally Posted by chuck gross
The linkages are relatively cheap but the handle bars aren't they run 449.99 for chrome I think the carbon black are only 149.99 if I am reading it right in the new catalog.
I think you are correct on pricing however I was under the impression that if you made any change from the stock position it comes with from the factory you have to purchase the linkage or handlebar. Are you saying there is no charge for the initial setup no matter what the position?
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Originally Posted by SpyderRx
I think you are correct on pricing however I was under the impression that if you made any change from the stock position it comes with from the factory you have to purchase the linkage or handlebar. Are you saying there is no charge for the initial setup no matter what the position?
Gosh I don't know for sure I would like to think that you can get it adjusted initially at no extra cost thus the whole Idea of the U-fit system.
I didn't get too specific with BRP guys as I haven't decided to order one I am a little once bitten twice shy with the 2013 STL as much as I love my spyder I am a little apprehensive about buying a first year model again.
I do really want to test ride an F3 that won't be happening until February when my dealer gets their shipments.
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Today I rode the F3 an additional 93 miles bringing my total test ryde to 424 miles. I made some new observations on my blog. you may wish to click on the link again to get the latest tidbits in what I hope is now a full report.
http://www.usspyderryders.com/blog/2...-day-test-ryde
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