In my constant searching for info about spyder options, I came across a short article that stated that BRP will be coming out with a Cruiser and a Sportbike version of the Spyder in late 2009. Has anyone else heard of any such developments? I'm about to buy an SE5 but I was wondering if the cruiser edition would be any different from the current Spydy design.:chat:
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2009 Cruiser and Sportbike models?
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Lamont, I did a Google search and found this article. It might be the one he is referring to:
http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,24663681-5010760,00.html
The author was talking to the Australian product manager for BRP, who said, "New Spyder models - one "cruisey" and one "sporty" – will arrive late next year."
This is the only reference I have seen to late 2009 being a target date for new Spyder models.:dontknow:
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if anyone sees or hears anything else about a new cuiser model please post the links....i am looking to buy a 2nd one for wife but would love to get one more set for crusing and maybe with a larger motor....
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This would be consistent with BRPs launch of the Sea Doo back in 1988. The 1989 model year was basically the 1988 design, but picked up all the little improvements flushed out in year one. I know because I owned a 1988 and 1989 and still have the 1988. It was the 1990 model year that they brought out different models. With the Spyder SM5 and SE5 models, they have plenty of bugs to work out in the 2009 model year. Unless the economy turns around and they rehire some of the laid off staff, they could postpone other 2010 models.
bone crusher
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The Spyder a car...only the SE5 version...
The SM5 still requires a motorcycle-like gear shift...sure, it's like a manual transmission, but there's still more skill as you need to steer, throttle, clutch, change gears, and brake...use all 4 limbs...
Many cars use paddles now so there isn't even the clutch/gear changing like in standard manual transmissions...not as much dexterity needed for a car...even when I drove stick, it was a lot easier than a motorcycle...
I think the Spyder is more like a bike than a car...
The SM5 still requires a motorcycle-like gear shift...sure, it's like a manual transmission, but there's still more skill as you need to steer, throttle, clutch, change gears, and brake...use all 4 limbs...
Many cars use paddles now so there isn't even the clutch/gear changing like in standard manual transmissions...not as much dexterity needed for a car...even when I drove stick, it was a lot easier than a motorcycle...
I think the Spyder is more like a bike than a car...
shunkmanitu
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Translation please!
Does "Crusey" mean "Harley-like" or is that what us Yanks would call a "touring" model?
SS
Does "Crusey" mean "Harley-like" or is that what us Yanks would call a "touring" model?
SS
Star Cruiser
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Shunkmanitu, I am not an Aussie (Canadian, eh?), so I am just guessing here, but I think what they mean by "cruisey" is "cruiser-like" i.e., feet forward, laid-back riding position, pull-back handlebars, as opposed to the current sport-touring Spyder position.
Bruce
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bone crusher
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Gee...I wonder if they'll come out with a convertible model?
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fred
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licence requirements... here is what is happening in Quebec
following threads covering licence requirements... here is what is happening in Quebec
In June 2008, a pilot project on use of the Spyder roadster produced by BRP was introduced. Under the project, 100 holders of a passenger vehicle driver's licence are authorized to drive this vehicle on Québec's roads.
Data collected will enable the SAAQ to determine rules for use of this type of vehicle, training and driver evaluation requirements, as well as the class of licence that will be required.
no timeline mentioned...
It will be interesting to see what happens and if this does come to pass.. how would it affect riding out of province.
happy holiday everyone...
following threads covering licence requirements... here is what is happening in Quebec
In June 2008, a pilot project on use of the Spyder roadster produced by BRP was introduced. Under the project, 100 holders of a passenger vehicle driver's licence are authorized to drive this vehicle on Québec's roads.
Data collected will enable the SAAQ to determine rules for use of this type of vehicle, training and driver evaluation requirements, as well as the class of licence that will be required.
no timeline mentioned...
It will be interesting to see what happens and if this does come to pass.. how would it affect riding out of province.
happy holiday everyone...
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