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331 Mile F3 Test Ryde

petegtsv10 said:
If one chooses to move the pegs (or floorboards) to different positions, specific length linkages must be used to also move the brake pedal and/or gear shifter. It's too bad they didn't just design the linkages to be adjustable. On a surprising mote, the linkages are not very expensive!!
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The linkages are relatively cheap but the handle bars aren't they run 449.99 for chrome I think the carbon black are only 149.99 if I am reading it right in the new catalog.
 
chuck gross said:
The linkages are relatively cheap but the handle bars aren't they run 449.99 for chrome I think the carbon black are only 149.99 if I am reading it right in the new catalog.
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I think you are correct on pricing however I was under the impression that if you made any change from the stock position it comes with from the factory you have to purchase the linkage or handlebar. Are you saying there is no charge for the initial setup no matter what the position?
 
SpyderRx said:
I think you are correct on pricing however I was under the impression that if you made any change from the stock position it comes with from the factory you have to purchase the linkage or handlebar. Are you saying there is no charge for the initial setup no matter what the position?
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Gosh I don't know for sure I would like to think that you can get it adjusted initially at no extra cost thus the whole Idea of the U-fit system.
I didn't get too specific with BRP guys as I haven't decided to order one I am a little once bitten twice shy with the 2013 STL as much as I love my spyder I am a little apprehensive about buying a first year model again.
I do really want to test ride an F3 that won't be happening until February when my dealer gets their shipments.
 
did you talk to the driver of the slingshot after your ride? what did they think of you honking at them in corners? :doorag:
 
Makes Me Think...

Yeah, a windshield and a passenger backrest would definitely come first as must haves. Saddlebags as well but maybe somebody will make a luggage rack that will accept a nice sized trunk/topcase that would have a passenger backrest built into it. I mean one big enough for a full face helmet at least. Givi comes to mind as well as others like Hepco & Becker. Corbin is usually very expensive and styled a bit over the top for my taste.
 
I think I'd get a windshield & backrest anyway, but don't you suppose you'd get used to rolling on more carefully if the acceleration is that powerful? Or learn to lean forward when you're about to roll on.
 
The front trunk not accepting a full face helmet is an epic fail. Why is the acceleration so good? I thought this was the same old 1330 engine.
 
Short gearing will do that. Do those tiny accessory windshields provide much wind protection for the chest and hands? Looks like little protection for the legs.
 
Half Helmets

Or shorty helmets as they are sometimes called is what I wear. That little frunk might be able to hold one who knows? Shorty helmets also like windshields as I've demoed open bikes on windy days where it felt like the blast was trying to tear the helmet off. Open bikes cause me a sore neck mostly.
 
randian said:
The front trunk not accepting a full face helmet is an epic fail. Why is the acceleration so good? I thought this was the same old 1330 engine.
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In addition to gearing, it weighs 180 pounds less and most importantly its profile through the wind is about half of the RT. When you drive and RT forward its similar to trying to push a large wall up the highway... The F3 is low and lean - much better aerodynamics
 
randian said:
Short gearing will do that. Do those tiny accessory windshields provide much wind protection for the chest and hands? Looks like little protection for the legs.
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My comment was that I felt like I had an anvil on my chest, and my buddy who also test rode 300 miles said he felt like he had a elephant on his chest.. SO CHEST AREA PROTECTION IS THE KEY FOR ME. I think the two larger windshields will do the trick.. I ordered the Route 66
 
BikerDoc said:
In addition to gearing, it weighs 180 pounds less and most importantly its profile through the wind is about half of the RT. When you drive and RT forward its similar to trying to push a large wall up the highway... The F3 is low and lean - much better aerodynamics
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I haven't weighed either so I can't be positive but the service manual says my 2010 base RT weighs 882 pounds, a difference of only 52 pounds more than the F3. As far as aerodynamics, my guess is that the biggest difference is the windshield and I'll trade the wind protection and comfort for the speed and gas mileage any day. But that's just me.

Cotton
 
bikeguy said:
I haven't weighed either so I can't be positive but the service manual says my 2010 base RT weighs 882 pounds, a difference of only 52 pounds more than the F3. As far as aerodynamics, my guess is that the biggest difference is the windshield and I'll trade the wind protection and comfort for the speed and gas mileage any day. But that's just me.

Cotton
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The 2014 RT with the 1330 weighs well over 1000 pounds- Spyder have put on weight.......
 
randian said:
Short gearing will do that. Do those tiny accessory windshields provide much wind protection for the chest and hands? Looks like little protection for the legs.
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I hardly felt any wind on my legs when I rode last Friday. You actually do have great coverage because of the way the body is shaped in front of you bit pretty much covers you and there are deflectors located on the frame just in front of the foot pegs. I was pleasantly surprised! As far the windshields I will get the Route 66. It appears short for a "tall" windshield but you have to factor in that you are sitting much lower on the F3 than other spyders. I have not rode with a windshield but would love to before I purchase one but this is my logical observation I came up with.
 
All of this talk about how fast the F3 accelerates has me confused. It's an 850 lb machine with 115 hp and 96 tq. BRP claims 0-60 in 4.8 seconds. That puts it's acceleration on par (or slower) than large V-twin cruisers like H-D, Victory and Indian. Very few people would consider any of those "fast" machines. That's also in the realm of many sports sedans. I think we've gotten a little carried away with our first impressions here. My wife will have hers next month and I'll post back if I need to admit I'm wrong.....
 
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