2012 RS S Orange or Magnesium???

[zrc]

I would go with Mag, easier to run from the cops at night.

did I say that outloud. I mean. Orange... Cops will see you better.

Side Note: Who has a screenname Kratos and an avatar of Wolverine?!!? Where is the Kratos love?!?! He done wrecked all that old school stuff and you just dis him like that? Dude, he is the god of war, he will take you downtown to Chinatown.

 

[arntufun]

I would go with Mag, easier to run from the cops at night.

did I say that outloud. I mean. Orange... Cops will see you better.

Magnesium will also make you less noticable so you can drink and drive !!!! :joke:

 

[zrc]

Magnesium will also make you less noticable so you can drink and drive !!!! :joke:

I know nothing of this post, or of any post like it. Call my lawyer for further comment, he can be reached at the main line of "Dewy, Cheatem and Howe"

 

[Smokinspyder]

Now what do think I would suggest?

IM thinking you want the magnesium color for this soon to be spyder owner ;P ... But my vote is orange to I like to typically stand out in a crowd.

 

[arntufun]

IM thinking you want the magnesium color for this soon to be spyder owner ;P ... But my vote is orange to I like to typically stand out in a crowd.

You mean RED.

 

[FaranH]

Below is a picture of the 2012 Magnesium RS-S (sorry it's a little hazy). I really debated getting the RED until I saw it in person. And it is ORANGE.:shocked:

Disclaimer: It truly could be called red-orange (for those of you who remember when Crayons actually had names that described the color instead of today's artsy names that leave you guessing.)

I have gotten more compliments on the Magnesium in a month than I ever did on my 2011 Alloy Orange, even though people seemed to like that look as well. As much as I love the Alloy Orange, I really like the Magnesium!hyea:

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[Dwanton]

if you are getting on the spyder AFRAID :yikes: , then you need to take a motorcycle riders safety coarse :thumbup: .. they should allow you to do it on your spyder.

get to a huge open parking lot and ride around .. practice braking and turning -- get used to the paddle shifter ( assume SE5 you get ) .

the spyder is very easy to ride -- some new riders have an issue of being on the open road with other vehicles, without the protection of doors and a roof.

you are gonna have to learn when to shift -- by sound and the RPM gauge . always look way infront and not directly down .

go to the library or book store -- there are great books about riding techniques -- i would make sure you read up . for your safety and others .

and get a helmet that fits .

good luck and an early congradulations on the new spyder :yes:

stop in and ask any question you need -- we have all been in your position at one point .

 

[Kratos]

if you are getting on the spyder AFRAID :yikes: , then you need to take a motorcycle riders safety coarse :thumbup: .. they should allow you to do it on your spyder.

get to a huge open parking lot and ride around .. practice braking and turning -- get used to the paddle shifter ( assume SE5 you get ) .

the spyder is very easy to ride -- some new riders have an issue of being on the open road with other vehicles, without the protection of doors and a roof.

you are gonna have to learn when to shift -- by sound and the RPM gauge . always look way infront and not directly down .

go to the library or book store -- there are great books about riding techniques -- i would make sure you read up . for your safety and others .

and get a helmet that fits .

good luck and an early congradulations on the new spyder :yes:

stop in and ask any question you need -- we have all been in your position at one point .

Thanks...I've been researching old threads on this forum for days trying to soak in all the info I can.....I'm trying not to be one of those noobs who start 10 threads on all the subjects we need. It annoys the crap out of people. LOL

So far I've learned that the average shifting of gears is at 4500 rpms. Dumb noob question here.....I'm assuming I release the throttle to shift (SE5), and after the shift get back on the throttle??

 

[boomerkc]

NOPE, no letting off throttle

...that's a wonderful thing about the SE5. Just push the + flipper and keep on going. The Spyder takes care of everything for you. No downshifting unless you want to do it earlier than the Spyder wants to.

Sweet deal!!!!!

 

[Dwanton]

Thanks...I've been researching old threads on this forum for days trying to soak in all the info I can.....I'm trying not to be one of those noobs who start 10 threads on all the subjects we need. It annoys the crap out of people. LOL

So far I've learned that the average shifting of gears is at 4500 rpms. Dumb noob question here.....I'm assuming I release the throttle to shift (SE5), and after the shift get back on the throttle??

the annoyed people can read the title and not reply if they dont like it !

you can stay on the throttle -- no need to let off -- it will shift just fine -- wont over rev -- just hit the paddle with your thumb every time needed to up shift -- there is a gear indicator in the lower center that shows when you are in 5th gear and no more shifting . the spyder downshifts on it own ,, but you can downshift is you wanted to .. dont bother until you learn and have some miles under your belt .

feel free to PM me if you feel funny about a question -- no question is a stupid question .. i dont mind helping you out any way that i can :thumbup:

if you lived closer to me i would have no problem going with you and riding with you until you feel comfortable ..

 

[spydaman60]

go can am red, i mean pumpkin orange

i have an rss in the pumkin orange and i can't tell you how many people complement the color. i was oriiginally thinking the magnesium too, but when i saw that "can am red" with the flat black trim and frunk, it didn't take long to change my mind!:spyder2:'s forever!!!

 

[Fire911]

Real Orange

I like real Orange

 

[bone crusher]

This will be my first on-road open air vehicle I've ever driven. I have never ridden a motorcycle (was always scared of the 2 wheels). The Spyder has opened up a whole new world to people who will never get on a 2 wheel. I have no clue how to ride this thing (twist throttle control....yeah this is gonna be fun when I take it off the trailor, LOL).

I think I'm gonna just put-put down my private road real slow until I learn how to drive it. I hope it doesn't take me weeks to learn how to control it.....LOL. Definately not getting on the public roads until I'm very comfortable with it. I'm gonna ask the dealer if maybe he can give me a crash course or something when I go buy it Friday....

Not sure if you want to call it a 'crash course'...how about simply some instruction? :yes::roflblack::roflblack:

 

[bone crusher]

Thanks...I've been researching old threads on this forum for days trying to soak in all the info I can.....I'm trying not to be one of those noobs who start 10 threads on all the subjects we need. It annoys the crap out of people. LOL

So far I've learned that the average shifting of gears is at 4500 rpms. Dumb noob question here.....I'm assuming I release the throttle to shift (SE5), and after the shift get back on the throttle??

I might anger some people here, but I'm more in line with the manual. I think one of the most exciting parts of a motorcycle is popping the clutch and changing gears...it's exhilarating...tons of fun. Again, not looking to start anything with anyone here, but the thought of just flicking my thumb to change gears takes away a lot of the exciting part of riding. Our bike differs immensely from most all other motorcycles already by having the single foot brake and three wheels. I think the more automatic we make it, the more we get away from the 'feel' of being on a motorcycle (unless just having no cage is the fun for ya). Yeah, I might get flack for all this...but too bad...it's my opinion and I'm stickin' to it!

 

[bone crusher]

Oh, as far as color goes, the orange is beautiful. I have millennium yellow (don't make it anymore)...I think the brighter, the better...the more visible you are, the better. There's a reason emergency vehicles are red, fluorescent green, yellow, etc...it's for high visibility. Safety is important and the orange really is gorgeous and stands out!

 

[steve635]

Another fan of Manual (not Manuel)

"I might anger some people here, but I'm more in line with the manual."

I concur, but it shouldn't anger anyone, not saying they have to agree.
On riding the Spyder, I think you'll pick it up pretty quick. I have to disagree with the advice to read about riding two-wheelers, because the Spyder is nothing like a two-wheeler (there is some cross over, but with no experience it will be hard to know what to dismiss and what to accept). I rode two-wheelers for around thirty years and the most difficult part of adjusting to the Spyder was unlearning what I did riding traditional motorcycles. Taking your time and getting some practice on a private road is a great idea. The owner's manual has practice exercises that will really build your competence and confidence. Have a little patience, and practice (don't get discouraged if it seems odd at first) and you'll be a proficient rider in no time!

 

[Kratos]

the annoyed people can read the title and not reply if they dont like it !

you can stay on the throttle -- no need to let off -- it will shift just fine -- wont over rev -- just hit the paddle with your thumb every time needed to up shift -- there is a gear indicator in the lower center that shows when you are in 5th gear and no more shifting . the spyder downshifts on it own ,, but you can downshift is you wanted to .. dont bother until you learn and have some miles under your belt .

feel free to PM me if you feel funny about a question -- no question is a stupid question .. i dont mind helping you out any way that i can :thumbup:

if you lived closer to me i would have no problem going with you and riding with you until you feel comfortable ..

Thanks Dwanton! That really makes me feel good that I can ask someone these noob questions, LOL. I am SO EXCITED, I can't sleep at night. Last night I think I got 3 hours of sleep! :shocked:

 

[Dwanton]

"I might anger some people here, but I'm more in line with the manual."

I concur, but it shouldn't anger anyone, not saying they have to agree.
On riding the Spyder, I think you'll pick it up pretty quick. I have to disagree with the advice to read about riding two-wheelers, because the Spyder is nothing like a two-wheeler (there is some cross over, but with no experience it will be hard to know what to dismiss and what to accept). I rode two-wheelers for around thirty years and the most difficult part of adjusting to the Spyder was unlearning what I did riding traditional motorcycles. Taking your time and getting some practice on a private road is a great idea. The owner's manual has practice exercises that will really build your competence and confidence. Have a little patience, and practice (don't get discouraged if it seems odd at first) and you'll be a proficient rider in no time!

I am happy to hear guys giving their opinions and they are great ones . :thumbup:

A book to point out the basics - how to see what's on the road , sand , rough terrain , how to keep your eyes out in the distance out of the turn and not right down in front .......
Anything is better than nothing . Gives some sort of direction for someone that has never been on a 2 or 3 wheeler.

Wonder if we all could write a how to ride a spyder book -- with all proceeds going for big BBQ's for the east , central and west coast guys . Everyone's opinions with Lamont as the editor and chief !

And yes the owners manual does go over how to ride the spyder in a parking lot .

 

[zrc]

Over Rev more often occurs to me when the tranny auto down shifts, if I am throttling at the perfect moment, when the shift down occurs I tend to get an over rev and a little more spunky reaction. Only later in the oil life cycle does it get odd when you SE5 upshift, it can be rev-tastic, because the filter is all gunked up. But that is if you let it roll to 6k to 8k miles (even on a full synthetic).

So just throwing out that it can happen on the SE5s, also to note I have an '09 so the newer models might have remedied the issue I have at times.

 

[Kratos]

Should I change the oil every 3000 miles?