Pampurrs
Pragmatic Member
I just realized that today marks sixty days since I picked up the new 2015 Spyder RT-S. My, how time has flown! It occurs to me that I should be at 6,000 miles by now, but then the summer has been exceptionally hot, and the monsoon rains have curtailed my riding. Primo riding season resumes in October, so I should be back to normal.
I must say that she has performed beyond my expectations. She handles great around my beloved Arizona twisties, and can cruise on the highway with the best of them. In terms of handling, the BajaRon Sway Bar turns out to be the best investment I made thus far. In terms of comfort, the Utopia back rest wins that category hands down.
Tires still look like new, despite many people stating that the OEM tires will only last 6,000 miles. I keep them maintained, airing them up before every ride, plus the Ride-On keeps them well balanced. I'll be keeping a close eye on them.
All in all, I'm quite pleased with my decision to go to the Spyder instead of a traditional trike. Many of my old riding friends question me about that, and I simply explain that with the two wheels in the front, it handles much better in turns. You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand the dynamics involved. But there are still some hardcore Harley riders who say if the day comes to switch to three wheels, they would only ride a Harley trike. I just smile.:trike:
Anyway, for anyone who is on the fence about the Spyder like I was. I say, "Go For It!" :dg1:
Pam
I must say that she has performed beyond my expectations. She handles great around my beloved Arizona twisties, and can cruise on the highway with the best of them. In terms of handling, the BajaRon Sway Bar turns out to be the best investment I made thus far. In terms of comfort, the Utopia back rest wins that category hands down.
Tires still look like new, despite many people stating that the OEM tires will only last 6,000 miles. I keep them maintained, airing them up before every ride, plus the Ride-On keeps them well balanced. I'll be keeping a close eye on them.
All in all, I'm quite pleased with my decision to go to the Spyder instead of a traditional trike. Many of my old riding friends question me about that, and I simply explain that with the two wheels in the front, it handles much better in turns. You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand the dynamics involved. But there are still some hardcore Harley riders who say if the day comes to switch to three wheels, they would only ride a Harley trike. I just smile.:trike:
Anyway, for anyone who is on the fence about the Spyder like I was. I say, "Go For It!" :dg1:
Pam
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I'm glad to hear that this was the right choice for you! :thumbup: :firstplace:
