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    Sidecar on a Spyder?

    I appreciated the replies, both serious and humorous :). The simplified reason for wanting a sidecar on a Spyder is to be able to travel with 2 passengers and a small dog, but obviously if it poses a safety issue, I would not risk it. I did ride a regular motorcycle with a sidecar once...
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    Question: F3/RT seating position vs my spine?

    Honestly, it took me 3000 miles of riding the F3 to realize how much I hate the feet-forward position because any time you go over a bump, your spine absorbs the impact. It's a real b-word. On the RS-S with my feet below me, I was able to use my legs to cushion the bump and my spine was fine...
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    Sidecar on a Spyder?

    Hi all, I am not asking about the legalities of this idea, but has anyone put a sidecar on a Spyder? Yes, I do have my reasoning behind the question so don't beat me up too badly ;) Cheers, Julia
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    New member about to purchase a 15 F3 S

    Actually 18,5 out the door sounds pretty decent. Remember, a year ago people were paying 25 OTD. My husband's was the cheapest in the state (WA) and we bought it a few months ago (off season) and it was about 19200 OTD for the black/chrome one. If yours is a different color, it should be...
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    30th Anniversary

    Welcome, congrats on the anniversary and on the Spyder! :D
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    Does anyone ride naked?

    Very nice! Looked like a couple of fun evening rides. :D. Of course, the camera guy gets an "F" for not looking at your Spyder a little longer... I might just have to ride down and see the thing in person!
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    2013 Can-Am Spyder RT Safety Recall - Elevated Temperature in Engine Compartment

    I'm no Steve but that doesn't sound right to me at all! A recall is a recall, it is supposed to be performed at no cost to the owner!
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    I can't make up my mind!!!

    It took me 3000 miles of owning the F3 to realize that I really dislike the feet-forward riding position and for one big reason: when you go over a bump (which I do plenty, with the roads we have), you can not stand up on the pegs and you land on your bum; your spine absorbs the impact and it's...
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    2017 RT?

    Sounds nice! It will be called the RT-BB (bare bones) :D. And with higher ground clearance, maybe some off road capability, a brush guard, it will be the RT-R (rugged) edition!
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    Oh Crap Moment!!

    Wow, "oh crap" sounds like an understatement! So glad your wife got away with bumps and bruises, but alive and will be ok! Praying for a full recovery for her.
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    Does the current Spyder TV campaign make you feel good?

    I totally agree! Never even seen a Spyder ad, but seeing a Spyder on the freeway back in '08 was enough for me to want one... riding one sealed the deal. Most people I meet say they love mine, some people in the motorcycle group (online, not in person) say they hate them... never seen anyone...
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    Swap meet at Spyderfest?

    I think that's a very valid point but I guess I see it as vendors are businesses, they are in business to make money and sometimes paying a space fee is part of that business. Spyder owners might just be trading or selling something they don't need, most likely losing money on it, just clearing...
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    F3 Recall - Chassis reinforcement

    Be careful. I wrote something similar (along with a few other issues) in another thread, and several members on here seemed like they were going to bite my head off! You'd better watch out now... just sayin! LOL
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    My rear end is jarring when riding over sewer caps, is this normal?

    I must admit, I am confused... he said their combined weight was 300 lbs, and the Spyder says right now it that max weight is 457 lbs. If the spring is truly designed to carry less than 300 lbs, would that not mean that BRP's max weight claim is inaccurate? And if so, should they not replace...
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    Mirrors that mount on ends of handlebars

    Look up bar end mirrors on ebay; I am sure motorcycle stores have them too.
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    Hello from an German-Croatian Spyder F3S Driver and free Spyder Dealer/Repair Shop

    Hello Dalibor, and welcome! I doubt I will find myself in Europe any time soon, but if I do, I will visit your shop!
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    Murphy Brown needs help from locals

    Wow Karyl, glad you are OK! I remember when I posted a thread about carrying a spare wheel with me on road trips and people made fun of me, what a stupid/useless idea etc. Really glad you found help and didn't get stranded for long.
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    15/16 Changes

    Well, the F3T obviously has a different rear end (swing arm/shock), capable of towing a trailer, and built in luggage. Plus a giant "forehead" with a radio and (I think) an adjustable windshield. Other than that, mechanically I believe they are the same. For the price difference, you could...
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    New member intro

    Welcome and happy Spydership (Spyder ownership) to you! :D I had a 2010 RS-S until I traded it in less than 2 weeks ago (and now I really wish I had kept it!). The "nothing then all of a sudden..." doesn't sound right to me. Mine gave me "something" the second I twisted the throttle. Have...
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    Handicapped Spyder Ryders.....Roll call!

    A couple of years ago, I was injured by malfunctioning equipment at work (should have quit beforehand, when I asked the boss to fix it and he said no). Despite a surgery and 2 years' worth of various therapy, my left hip is not cooperating very well. Thankfully I had wanted a Spyder ever since...
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