Tell me why you love your RS/GS...

[Recluze]

I love my Spyder RS (my second). But on each of these I have had to add the things that will be coming standard on an ST. If I were in the market I would wait and buy the ST just because the factory original parts will probably operate better together than after market parts that have been added on.

The downsides to an ST are 1) the wait, 2) the price and 3) the decrease in horsepower. In that order of importance.

 

[Laila's Dad]

no right or wrong answer

I don't think you can go wrong with either one. You won't regret either because at the end of the day you have a spyder. I am 6'4 and 290 and I have a RS-S. I only have a 175 miles on it but I can now say that a little more leg room on the ST-s would be a nice feature, but the added cost of the ST-S would not be such a nice feature nojoke. Once I get highway pegs and sound(music) in my helmet I will be pretty darn satisfied. From what all the people on here that have rode the ST say, the differences are worth the wait so if you have the extra "dough" then go for the ST limited and get the best of both worlds.

 

[Laila's Dad]

to be specific...

I don't think you can go wrong with either one. You won't regret either because at the end of the day you have a spyder. I am 6'4 and 290 and I have a RS-S. I only have a 175 miles on it but I can now say that a little more leg room on the ST-s would be a nice feature, but the added cost of the ST-S would not be such a nice feature nojoke. Once I get highway pegs and sound(music) in my helmet I will be pretty darn satisfied. From what all the people on here that have rode the ST say, the differences are worth the wait so if you have the extra "dough" then go for the ST limited and get the best of both worlds.

...to be specific, the reason I love my spyder has not been shown yet. What I mean by that is that I bought my spyder to take long rides and enjoy more closely the sites that God has built and the ones he has gifted man the knowledge to build. I look forward to the ride(s) that I will take where I will look to my left or right and see a mountain or beautiful land that seems to extend beyond my eye sight. I look forward to traveling over a bridge and see water for miles and miles. I imagine that with the right soundtrack playing in my ear it would be even more awesome. So if it is in your budget, get the one you want and make new memories with family, friends, and even with just you and your spyder. Life(each day) is a blessing.

 

[MikeinGA]

My wife and I always like to ride motorcycles. Now that we are retired we like the ride and the handling of our 2011 RS-S SE5. We made a sport/touring out of it and it easy to ride long distances with. We ride the Spyder more we did our motorcycles.

Mike

 

[Bob Denman]

Mike,
What did you do or add to it in order to transform it into a Sport-Tourer?

 

[DrewNJ]

I am 6'0" at about 265lbs. and have owned and ridden everything from a Harley to a GSXR. I currently ride a 2012 RS Spyder. I would put the riding position of the RS similar to a VFR or an ST1300. Not cruiser and not total sport bike either.

I have ridden a friends RS with 4" risers and originally had a 1" riser on mine (dealer added prior to pickup) and never felt comfortable when riding more aggressively. My arms felt like they were crunched in my ribs when riding hard in the turns. I am probably one of the very few who likes the RS seating/steering geometry in stock form, even more when riding harder. My butt does start to ache a bit on my tail bone toward the end of a full days riding but nothing major. A nicer seat would probably eliminate that.

Doug

 

[Bob Denman]

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[Derek Paisley]

Why I love my RSS

Like the 3 bears searching for either a bed or a perfect cup of oatmeal.

The RT is too BIG and less nimble then the RSS
The 2013 ST diviates from the low/meaner look of the 2012 RSS and I am not a fan of the ST styling overall.


The RSS 2012 model fit's me Perfectly!

D
Toronto

 

[Silvervette05]

I am purchasing my first Spyder early next year and have always wanted an RSS, however with the addition of the ST models to the lineup, it makes me question which would be better suited for me. It seems as though many spyder owners start on the RS but eventually move up to an RT, or modify their RS to be more comfortable for longer rides.

I have been riding motorcycles for 15 years, over that time I have owned 7 different bikes, most sport bikes. As I get older, that seating position is getting uncomfortable for more than an hour or two ride. I am a weekend rider, I never ride to work.

I like the looks of the RS the most, but the new ST is growing on me.

Please give me your thoughts on your experience with the RS/GS, and the riding position for your height.


I am 5'7".

I have an 08, I put a raiser on the handle bar and it helps, I'am 5'9" I like my spyder becuase it's agreat ride smooth

 

[Ga Blue Knight]

I love my 2009 RS SE5 because I got $14,000 for it and bought a 2012 RT-S!!!!!!


Actually it wasa great bike, gave me no trouble at all and took me all over the country. y wife just did not like riding on the back even with th backrest.

 

[MikeinGA]

Mike,
What did you do or add to it in order to transform it into a Sport-Tourer?

Ok, here the list:

BRP sports/touring 14" windshield for warm weather and a 23" windshield for winter, BRP backrest, BRP sattelbags, BRP passenger foot peg extensions, travel cover, BRP handel bar riser block, dear whistels, 12 volt power outlet, cramp-buster, GPS, and a large round T-Bag.

Mike

 

[joet82]

I'm 6'4 and have kept the Handlebars and footpegs and seat all stock on my 09 RS. I'm eventually going to get the money for a new seat as the current one has 46K on it. but I have done one Ironbutt ride on my Spyder, 1000 miles in 24 hours, and only issue i had was butt soreness just from sitting and maybe once or twice I needed to stretch my back, but that was just from not moving. My personal preferance is the RS because of the forward ryding position. it prevents me from slouching like I know I would with the more upright position of the RT & ST.

 

[asp125]

Ok, here the list:

BRP sports/touring 14" windshield for warm weather and a 23" windshield for winter, BRP backrest, BRP sattelbags, BRP passenger foot peg extensions, travel cover, BRP handel bar riser block, dear whistels, 12 volt power outlet, cramp-buster, GPS, and a large round T-Bag.

Mike

Similarly:

BRP 14" windshield for warm weather and a 25" ultra touring windshield for winter, BRP comfort seat, BRP 1" riser block, 12V powerlet, Givi V35 sidecases, Givi V46 topcase, BRP tank bag.

 

[mcaccamise]

My 2012 RSS fits me perfectly 5'8" no riser or peg relocation i tried the floorboards and riser block sitting in a more upright position which ended up giving me a back ach,The riding position kept the same is more comfortable an gives me more control in spirited riding i would change nothing.
The ST may be the perfect fit for some but for me my RSS with some tuning and a few mods is the ultimate Spyder for long or short rides.
I love my :spyder2: an would not trade up.
Mike

 

[master1309]

I love my 2011 RSS in Alloy Orange

I have had my spyder since June 2011, and like don't like the riding position. I have recently added REVCO Floorboards a GIVI windshield, and RLS exhaust. Now she rides super. Happy riding.:yes:

 

[bone crusher]

I'd rather add the options myself as many of the stock options do not appeal to me. I have a 2008 GS and it's likely just like the ST with even more changes...I got to evaluate and pick what I wanted...I like it this way...you bike evolves...

I think with cars, it's a little different....with bikes, part of the fun is the mods. and always changing around what you have for more performance, fun, handling, etc...

The RS can become a ST and more and you might want to put the extra money outside of BRP products...

Just me two cents...

 

[Jharpo]

You & Me

40??? :shocked:
Oh, to be 40 again! :roflblack:

ME TOO!

 

[mcaccamise]

Buy the spyder of your dreams whichever one you choose feel the wind in your hair and enjoy the ride.

 

[Spy+]

Buy the spyder of your dreams whichever one you choose feel the wind in your hair and enjoy the ride.

What he said:thumbup: