Spyder / Piaggio MP3 500 Need Advice

[DynamoBT]

Good decision!! Now you can get used to your new ride at your own pace instead of jumping in with both feet in lousy weather on your very first ride. I trailered my Spyder 3 hours home from when I bought it used. First thing I did was parking lot practice. I'm glad I trailered it home! Took a bit for me to get used to.

Enjoy your new ride. You got a fantastic deal!! Hope it provides you lots of fun!!

 

[kzhawk]

Congratulations on your new purchase.

Now you can ride and also learn all about your MP3 from the forum below:

http://www.modernvespa.com/forum/index.html

 

[Motza]

THIS JUST IN ... BRP NEW MP3 ACCESSORY

BRP now offers axle extentions for MP3's for that Spyder look and feel :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:


Can Tatt2r photoshop the Spyders wheels and axle and bring them closer to the body.

There you go the new Spyder MP3 RS

Enjoy your new toy! :thumbup:


COME ON TATT2R... LETS SEE YOUR PHOTOSHOP AT WORK!

 

[bjt]

Congrats bro.

 

[jimcrom]

I first was looking at the MP3 until I saw the Spyder and then I was hooked but prior to that I looked and wished for a Rewaco Trike (out of Las Vegas). $25,000 scared me off. Has anyone had any experience/exposure to the trike?

In the past I owned an MP3 while awaiting my Spyder. It was a lot of fun and if I had enough room I would still own it.

 

[Motza]

Tatt2r still waiting for your MP3 Spyder

opcorn::dontknow:

 

[3wheeldemon]

Tatt2r still waiting for your MP3 Spyder

opcorn::dontknow:

I already did it with Spyder#353 in an old post:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showpost.php?p=138681&postcount=7





3WD

 

[Smylinacha]

You are too funny!:thumbup::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:

BRP now offers axle extentions for MP3's for that Spyder look and feel :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:


Can Tatt2r photoshop the Spyders wheels and axle and bring them closer to the body.

There you go the new Spyder MP3 RS

Enjoy your new toy! :thumbup:


COME ON TATT2R... LETS SEE YOUR PHOTOSHOP AT WORK!

 

[Smylinacha]

Derwin - I AM SO PSYCHED FOR YA!!!!!!!!!! Please keep us posted and take lots of pics of all your adventures!!!!!!!!!!:clap:

 

[Derwin]

First Day on my Mini-Spyder!

I just took my FIRST ride on the bike last week. I went to visit my cousin in Joliet, and then went over to my younger brothers house in Lockport, about 40 minutes away. I had a BLAST riding this thing! The only thing though... I stayed at my brothers house to play Cornhole (bag toss) and to watch the Bears game. But when I left his house it was 44 degrees outside. I FROZE MY BUTT OFF GOING HOME!

The Piaggio MP3 is far better than I ever even imagined....really. It handles so incredibly smooth, and this 500 has far more power in it than I will ever need! The overall quality of this Italian made bike is superior to anything that I've experienced so far (although I have no experience!). Like I said, I absolutely love this bike!

As time goes by I'll be posting pics and videos. But with the temperature continuing to drop in Chicagoland, I don't expect to be riding it much anymore until springtime.

A few days ago it reached 60 degrees, and I decided to get in what most likely was my last game of golf for the season.

Did I mention that I LOVE my MP3 500? :yes:

Derwin

 

[bjt]

Congrats again bro.

 

[NancysToy]

Glad you're pleased, Derwin, and on the road on three wheels at last.

 

[3wheeldemon]

:2thumbs: Looking forward to those pictures and stories!

 

[Smylinacha]

:2thumbs: Looking forward to those pictures and stories!

Yeah, haven't seen any stories or pics yet opcorn:. He's definitely too busy riding!:2thumbs:

 

[Derwin]

Yeah, haven't seen any stories or pics yet opcorn:. He's definitely too busy riding!:2thumbs:

Nah. Actually, I haven't ridden the bike since the last time I posted. The weather's just been too dang cold and/or wet out here, and I don't wanna take the chance of dropping the bike.

Give me time, though. I plan on taking to my brothers tomorrow for Halloween. He and his neighbors have a Cornhole tournament going, and I can't miss that! :roflblack:

Derwin

 

[Smylinacha]

OK, ummmm, what is a cornhole tournament?????

opcorn:

Nah. Actually, I haven't ridden the bike since the last time I posted. The weather's just been too dang cold and/or wet out here, and I don't wanna take the chance of dropping the bike.

Give me time, though. I plan on taking to my brothers tomorrow for Halloween. He and his neighbors have a Cornhole tournament going, and I can't miss that! :roflblack:

Derwin

 

[Derwin]

OK, ummmm, what is a cornhole tournament?????

opcorn:

This should answer that question perfectly....

 

[Smylinacha]

:2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs::2thumbs::clap::clap::clap: I WANNA GO!!! Have an excellent time!

This should answer that question perfectly....

YouTube - The Cornhole Song

 

[Derwin]

Well, I haven't posted in a while, and thought I would throw this question out to you guys.

As you know, I went ahead and bought the Piaggio MP3 500. Well, the seat seems to be really terrible, and I've decided to go with a custom seat.

A company called Russell Day Long is going to make me a seat just like this...

This is a seat that they did for somebody else, and I like it a lot. I especially like the backrest! My bike is all black, though, but I don't think that should matter much.

Russell offers this in all Vinyl or all Leather. The question I have is which one should I go with? I assumed leather is better, since it's more expensive. But people have told me that leather wears and cracks faster, and vinyl would be a better choice.

So, since I know that Lamont is an expert in these types of things, and this forum is loaded with experienced people who also know, I'm asking you all to help me out on this.

Should I go with all leather or all vinyl? And please give me the REASON for doing so.

I have a "Russell Pro Date" of January 18th. I guess this is when they will begin building my seat.

Thanks in advance for helping me out with this.

Derwin

 

[NancysToy]

Pretty personal choice, Derwin. Leather wears like iron, so it lasts a long, long time. It is more susceptible to weather damage from water or sun, however, and is not waterproof unless you treat it. It is somewhat more clingy than most vinyls, and harder to slide on, which can be good or bad, depending on what you need. I happen to prefer vinyl, but that is strictly a personal preference. I love the leather look, but it is not practical for the way I ride and the weather I ride in.