Performance mods or scrap F3-S?

[Tazzel]

Thanks for all the advice and if it were not for me having way too many toys as is and most friends having sport bikes I just don't think I'll ever feel the passion of the putting around till I'm much older I'm actually 33 and I loved the looks for ever but the sales man told me many lies to talk me into the f3-s where I was looking at the cheaper rt. He had me convinced it would be better in most ways. Now I do admit it's sexy and will get the most attention no matter what. But I am a little out of place with riders around here. No 3 up clubs or anything and like I said friends just don't ride well with 3 up.
I guess I'm looking to sell before I hack because it's showroom perfect.
I have listed it on Craigs list. Any recommendations where to list it? I paid 21 k and I want 19950 which I think is fair for a 500 mile bike.

Yes if your looking to keep up with the crotch rockets you have the wrong bike. Good luck with whatever decision you make and drive safe!!! Those crotch rockets buzz me all the time thinking they are so cool going 50 miles over the speed limit. I'm like "bye"

 

[Chupaca]

Try this..!!

Aprilla has a 139 and 143hp 998 rotax engine. Ours are 100 and 106. Wait till the get the 1330 and see where they take it....or change your sprokets for more top end speed...:thumbup:

 

[MisterP]

If you have decided to sell it, list it here and perhaps on Cycletrader

 

[bmccaffrey]

Not much has happened with the 990-998 through the years with performance. Doubt anything will happen with 1330 any time soon.
Plenty fast for me.

Life is to fast stop and smell the roses my friend:yes:

 

[pdxsenior]

Thanks for all the advice and if it were not for me having way too many toys as is and most friends having sport bikes I just don't think I'll ever feel the passion of the putting around till I'm much older I'm actually 33 and I loved the looks for ever but the sales man told me many lies to talk me into the f3-s where I was looking at the cheaper rt. He had me convinced it would be better in most ways. Now I do admit it's sexy and will get the most attention no matter what. But I am a little out of place with riders around here. No 3 up clubs or anything and like I said friends just don't ride well with 3 up.
I guess I'm looking to sell before I hack because it's showroom perfect.
I have listed it on Craigs list. Any recommendations where to list it? I paid 21 k and I want 19950 which I think is fair for a 500 mile bike.

I will give you 50cents on the dollar, cash. But, since you have red-lined it in 5th, I would require engine and trany checked and certified by a dealer.

 

[Rogue Hawk]

Ok I bought a new 2015 f3-s sm6, and it just doesn't impress me performance wise.
I would be more than happy with a 6th gear with some power but I top Rev my 5th at like 115 mph and shift to 6th and nothing really changes its like the computer stops throttle response. I can't understand how a 1330cc engine is barely faster than a 998cc.
I know it's new but before I wait 3 years for some decent add-ons and I'm not talking a turbo (cost outweighs the performance)
Is there any chance of nanny limiting I couldn't imagine pipes and air intake add that much. I love the torque but I don't like being the slowest "fat kid" (3 up) bike I know I'm not gonna beat the 2 wheels r1 and hyubasas but come on more speed scotty!

Should I just sell it? I do love the comfort and torque. But I can't live with my car going faster

You should have done some research. The F3 is not a sport bike and you should have known that. Its quick enough by cruiser standers. If you can afford it, sell it and get a sport bike. The best deals out there right now are on left over Honda VFR1200's. It does 160 mph and 11 sec 1/4 mile stock and Honda is trying to get rid of the remaining units.

 

[Bob Denman]

Good luck with your sale! :thumbup:

 

[jaherbst]

I seriously think we are getting our chains yanked here people!

Jack

 

[DLewis]

I seriously think we are getting our chains yanked here people!

Jack

:agree: No way someone even looks at a Spyder and thinks that it'll keep up w/ crotch rockets. Plus, as stated earlier, it's advertised as a CRUISER!! :shocked:

 

[bmccaffrey]

:agree: No way someone even looks at a Spyder and thinks that it'll keep up w/ crotch rockets. Plus, as stated earlier, it's advertised as a CRUISER!! :shocked:

I agree!!

 

[chspyder]

No getting chains yanked here. And I must say for a community I really don't like being associated with you guys, not all but most have very rude comments to say.

I will not even think of .50 on every dollar are you slow?
I did research and knew it wasn't a 180 mph bike but being promised more at the dealer which we have one which now I know has a horrible rep for lying. I thought it was a little more advanced when purchased no Internet search said top speed.
As for cruises status a ton of bikes include that class including a hyubasa yes it's true, although I'd classify it as a drag bike.
I never expected to keep up with a crotch rocket but I expected more by far.

I asked for advice and thank those of you honestly answering it. Those of you trolling sorry but you're very unhelpful and should stop giving this site a bad name.

 

[Bob Denman]

Chalk it up to an experiment that went wrong, and move on!
Good Luck!

 

[RTDillon1960]

Your Decision

Best wishes with your decision. I am a little disappointed with the speed of my new F3 too. I can live with the speed though as I don't go that fast any more...very often. :shocked:

I have not seen many engine hopups for the older spyders and don't expect much for mine. I am curious about crossover parts from the other BRP products. That may have promise. :thumbup: Supercharger anybody? LOL

 

[Mike Ard]

My F3 has almost 700 miles to date and while it is not as tight now as it was it still has quite a ways to go before broken in. No it is not a rocket but feels stronger every time I go out for a decent ride so I would have a hard time passing judgement after only 500 miles.

And........based on what was said if true I wouldn't give anything for an F3 that has been run as described before being broken in.

 

[sduskin]

F3 is 800+ pounds of weight and not very aerodynamic

when compared to a Busa. However, my RT-S is fast enough to get me to sit back. but with the bikes weight, air drag and my fat a$$, I do not expect crotch rocket performance.

I am very sorry the salesman lied to you (or at the very least misrepresented). There is a youtube of an RS doing 127 mph (205 kph). I think that is like 42 mph faster than the current highest speed limit in the U.S. I dont know what range of speed you are looking for, but unless you are running tracks Spyders are more about the journey than the speed to get to the destination.

Given your comments, I do not think even mods like a super charger, increased air flow, etc. would meet what you appear to want. Were I you, I would take your Spyder and trade it in on a R1 or a Busa. Yes, you will take it in the shorts, but you will probably be much happier in the end.

 

[DJFaninTN]

not sure he is trolling or not but I did find a craigslist ad in Louisville, KY. http://louisville.craigslist.org/mcy/5109467408.html

seems to me it is more about keeping up with his buddies (who i bet are giving him a hard time about having a Can Am) than the bike not being fast enough.

i may be wrong but I bet I'm close to one of the real reasons.

 

[OJ UK]

Yup! Sounds like peer pressure to me as well!
Although I wouldn't touch that bike with a barge pole!
Breaking in the engine correctly has not been done.
As he said himself he can't get enough speed out of it
so he must have tried hard a few times!

 

[PMK]

Thanks for all the advice and if it were not for me having way too many toys as is and most friends having sport bikes I just don't think I'll ever feel the passion of the putting around till I'm much older I'm actually 33 and I loved the looks for ever but the sales man told me many lies to talk me into the f3-s where I was looking at the cheaper rt. He had me convinced it would be better in most ways. Now I do admit it's sexy and will get the most attention no matter what. But I am a little out of place with riders around here. No 3 up clubs or anything and like I said friends just don't ride well with 3 up.
I guess I'm looking to sell before I hack because it's showroom perfect.
I have listed it on Craigs list. Any recommendations where to list it? I paid 21 k and I want 19950 which I think is fair for a 500 mile bike.

I know you have the bike listed already. Not sure how bad a hit you will take regarding price.

As for how the machine has been run already, modern engines and production methods produce good engines that require little breakin. That along with the warranty makes it a worthy buy regardless. Honestly, many people improperly break in an engine but babying it. The engines do need some hard runs to seat the rings.

Since you have it listed on CL, is it safe to assume that one of your toys is a quick sport bike? I don't know what models you have in your garage, but I would still lean towards trading it in for something 2015 /2016 that is more aligned with your goals. Selling on CL may work, but the buyer and you should ensure all details of warranty transfer and other items are well handled.

Not sure if you could buy an H2 slot or find an R1m but those will no doubt be a fun machine for a while.

http://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport/models/yzf-r1m

http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/2015-Ninja-H2

Your F3 will be great for someone, sadly it was not you.

If you have not done so yet, list the machine in the classifieds here on Spyderlovers.

PK

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: Peer pressure... :banghead:
Does he let his riding buddies choose his girlfriends also? :dontknow:
If you "Ride your own ride"; you can always look at yourself in the mirror with a clear conscience... :thumbup:

 

[PMK]

:shocked: Peer pressure... :banghead:
Does he let his riding buddies choose his girlfriends also? :dontknow:
If you "Ride your own ride"; you can always look at yourself in the mirror with a clear conscience... :thumbup:

Bob, lighten up.

A Spyder is not for everyone.

If I only rode as a single rider I would not own a Spyder. I grew up on two wheels, still enjoy two wheels, and currently would have no issue riding two wheels. The wife does not enjoy two wheels, so the Spyder was a great compromise for this house.

Consider too, it may not be peer pressure but rather wanting to ride with friends. If the Spyder has limitations for him to ride in that group, then he should find what works. The idea of changing his social lifestyle to fit him riding a Spyder seems silly.

Life is short, get the most fun from each mile. He's 33, maybe at 63 he will be restoring an F3 to ride to cruise nights...

PK