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Dealer Demo
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SpyderGirl
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I'm hoping there might be one at my dealer this weekend when I drop the Spyder off for service or maybe on the day I pick it up. I got to ride on the back with Lamont, now I want to see what it's like to pilot it. :2thumbs:
Spyderjuice
Member
My dealer says he will have one by the middle of November, but you can't ride it - only sit on it and look at it. :gaah:
Juice
Juice
docdoru
Doru the Destroyer-Spyder Photo Investigator
I went to the dealer today and finally got my hands on the RT.Only drove it for about 10 miles, but I was really impressed. All that has been said by the RT testers has not been exagerated by them! Very comfortable seating position, well protected from wind buffeting, and an all around quality looking ride. Now I really can't wait!:2excited:
lawrenc454
RT-S PE#0803
Bay Area Dealers and demo units
Hey Spydergirl -talked to Lodi Marine today and they thought they might have one by the weekend and Livermore has been expecting theirs in the next week or so. The guy at Hayward didn't seem to know when.:clap:
Hey Spydergirl -talked to Lodi Marine today and they thought they might have one by the weekend and Livermore has been expecting theirs in the next week or so. The guy at Hayward didn't seem to know when.:clap:
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KNIGHTRIDER
New member
Rode the demo for about 2 hours today. My previous ride was a GW 1800 Trike.
The audio system is almost a deal breaker. Over 40 mph, with a helmet on, it is useless. Need my xm radio, GPS and phone so I convinced my self to order a CB/Comm system to be put on when they uncrate.
I was impressed with the windshield. Lowered it in town and then out in the open, raised it. I'm 5'10" and the positions were just right for me.
Noticed some jitter in the mirrors but could tell it was a Sheriff's car coming up on me. (He just wanted to look).
Power didn't seem to be a problem but I ride single most of the time. It does want you to keep the RPM up. I went thru a school zone in 2nd gear and it kind of lugged. Down to 1st and added some R's and it smoothed out.
I was over steering a little, with the power steering but it got better in a few minutes.
All in all it was a good ride.
The audio system is almost a deal breaker. Over 40 mph, with a helmet on, it is useless. Need my xm radio, GPS and phone so I convinced my self to order a CB/Comm system to be put on when they uncrate.
I was impressed with the windshield. Lowered it in town and then out in the open, raised it. I'm 5'10" and the positions were just right for me.
Noticed some jitter in the mirrors but could tell it was a Sheriff's car coming up on me. (He just wanted to look).
Power didn't seem to be a problem but I ride single most of the time. It does want you to keep the RPM up. I went thru a school zone in 2nd gear and it kind of lugged. Down to 1st and added some R's and it smoothed out.
I was over steering a little, with the power steering but it got better in a few minutes.
All in all it was a good ride.
Lamonster
SpyderLovers Founder
You got to be kidding me. This is the best sound system I've ever heard at any speed. nojoke
tatt2r
PhotoShop Master
yes i heard it when we rode down to see lamont sound system was great ....
Demo ride
I just got back from a ride on my dealers RT-S. I only rode it 12miles today. Sound system, seat, cruise, air suspension all impressed me. The steering feel did not impress me, possibly because it seemed less responsive when compared to my:spyder2:. They told to come back next weeh and they would let me take it out for a couple hour ride. Hope the weather is still decent Monday, so I can take them up on their offer. I did notice that while sitting still, the handlebars did not want to move even with a fair amont of pressure put on them. All in all, I was very impressed with the RT-S. On the ride home I turned 9100 miles on my :spyder2:.
I just got back from a ride on my dealers RT-S. I only rode it 12miles today. Sound system, seat, cruise, air suspension all impressed me. The steering feel did not impress me, possibly because it seemed less responsive when compared to my:spyder2:. They told to come back next weeh and they would let me take it out for a couple hour ride. Hope the weather is still decent Monday, so I can take them up on their offer. I did notice that while sitting still, the handlebars did not want to move even with a fair amont of pressure put on them. All in all, I was very impressed with the RT-S. On the ride home I turned 9100 miles on my :spyder2:.
dltang
Very Handy Member
Just got back from our Demo ride..
Went up to Nord Ride this morning for a Demo Ride. We even met Scotty there who rode 2 hours just to check it out. Here are my impressions:
I had already seen the bike up close at Lamont's and heard the sound system and checked out the differences and nuances. Today, I had a chance to ride the RT. The only way I can describe these two spyders it like this, they are both spyders the way a Camaro and a Cadillac are both cars. They are just two different machines. They are for different needs and personalities. Kind of the same way some people like a cafe bike vs a cruiser vs a touring model. I loved the cruise control, I loved the sound system. The ride was very comfortable and it was smooth. The windshield had great protection but I had to either have it up and look out of it or put it down and it was right at eye level. I didn't like that too well. Also, it just didn't seem as much "fun" to ride. When I finished with my ride, I took the owners spyder out and Scotty got on the RT and I took him out. My fun factor was back. I feel like a junkie that just got a fix. So it conclusion, I would have to say the RT is a comfortable ride and would probably be great for the long haul. I really like the look and the feel. If I could afford to have one of each I would. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a touring type bike. But, and here is the big but, I can't afford to have one of each and for right now, I have to say, I prefer my current spyder. Maybe down the road, I will want the RT or some version of it. Maybe I just have my spyder modded out to my liking and that may have something to do with it. Overall, I give the RT a big thumbs up though. It appears to be everything the consumer asked for in a touring spyder. Those of you that have ordered them, I think you will love them.
Went up to Nord Ride this morning for a Demo Ride. We even met Scotty there who rode 2 hours just to check it out. Here are my impressions:
I had already seen the bike up close at Lamont's and heard the sound system and checked out the differences and nuances. Today, I had a chance to ride the RT. The only way I can describe these two spyders it like this, they are both spyders the way a Camaro and a Cadillac are both cars. They are just two different machines. They are for different needs and personalities. Kind of the same way some people like a cafe bike vs a cruiser vs a touring model. I loved the cruise control, I loved the sound system. The ride was very comfortable and it was smooth. The windshield had great protection but I had to either have it up and look out of it or put it down and it was right at eye level. I didn't like that too well. Also, it just didn't seem as much "fun" to ride. When I finished with my ride, I took the owners spyder out and Scotty got on the RT and I took him out. My fun factor was back. I feel like a junkie that just got a fix. So it conclusion, I would have to say the RT is a comfortable ride and would probably be great for the long haul. I really like the look and the feel. If I could afford to have one of each I would. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a touring type bike. But, and here is the big but, I can't afford to have one of each and for right now, I have to say, I prefer my current spyder. Maybe down the road, I will want the RT or some version of it. Maybe I just have my spyder modded out to my liking and that may have something to do with it. Overall, I give the RT a big thumbs up though. It appears to be everything the consumer asked for in a touring spyder. Those of you that have ordered them, I think you will love them.
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