Bam Bam and Pebbles
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I am thinking of trading up from The Beast to a 2015 RT S SM6. I know all about the motor advantages, which is why I am considering trading. My question is, what are, if any, the other advantages to the 2015's?
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ADVANTAGES TO 2015 RT VS 2012 RT
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Bob Denman
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A MUCH stronger electrical system.
(1200, versus 650 watts)
NO heat being blown back onto the operator's right leg
Lower rpm levels under all operating conditions
Better fuel economy results in better range between stops
When they put the 1330 into the RT; all of our gripes were addressed by BRP. :thumbup:
(1200, versus 650 watts)
NO heat being blown back onto the operator's right leg
Lower rpm levels under all operating conditions
Better fuel economy results in better range between stops
When they put the 1330 into the RT; all of our gripes were addressed by BRP. :thumbup:
opiewhan
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dont forget
also has the 6 speed transmission along with the new improved clutch system for the semi auto /paddle shift models.. Cant go wrong with a 2015 as far as im concerned, only wish i had ONE
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also has the 6 speed transmission along with the new improved clutch system for the semi auto /paddle shift models.. Cant go wrong with a 2015 as far as im concerned, only wish i had ONE
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Radthorne
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We traded in our 2011 RTS for a 2015 RTS last October. The motor, as you've seen, is the biggest improvement overall - vastly improved mileage, lower rpms, etc. Most of the other posters have listed the other items, although collectively they are not as big as the various things the 1330 provides.
There are a few other things to consider as part of an upgrade consideration that may or may not be of consequence:
The 2015 comes with floorboards instead of pegs for the rider. At first I thought I would not like that, I rather liked the pegs; but I have changed my mind and actually like the floorboards. I still added some highway pegs for stretching out on the road.
The seat has a hole, covered by a plastic seal, to add a backrest. This makes installing a backrest far easier than cutting the old seat. After considering the options, I went with a Utopia like I had on the 2011, very happy with it.
The front is redesigned as a result of the new motor and relocating the radiators (the latter helps the heat issue considerably). To my eye it is not quite as pleasing a shape, though not offensive. The biggest drawback there is the frunk is smaller. We used to be able to fit both helmets in there, now only one will fit because the front to back depth is a bit less.
The front fenders have been redesigned (which was done on the 2013 actually). We had the LED strip lights in the crease on the front fenders of the 2011 but that is not an option on the newer bikes.
The wheels (unless you get the chrome ones) are black and a different design. Personally I preferred the 2011 wheels but just a matter of taste.
On the motor, one very obvious difference when you start it up is that it sounds nothing like the older twin. Personally I don't think it sounds very "motorcycley" anymore (in fact it sorta sounds like a John Deere to me). Certainly easier on the ears for long rides. But it was actually one of the few things I really didn't like about the new ones. I decided to buy Lamonster's Performance Exhaust pipe and am having that installed next week - the sound (based on his video clip) seems better.
But as was noted by Chupaca, if you are on the "RT" path, this is a singular improvement in nearly every area aside from those I noted above. I am very happy with it, and looking forward to having this one a long time!
There are a few other things to consider as part of an upgrade consideration that may or may not be of consequence:
The 2015 comes with floorboards instead of pegs for the rider. At first I thought I would not like that, I rather liked the pegs; but I have changed my mind and actually like the floorboards. I still added some highway pegs for stretching out on the road.
The seat has a hole, covered by a plastic seal, to add a backrest. This makes installing a backrest far easier than cutting the old seat. After considering the options, I went with a Utopia like I had on the 2011, very happy with it.
The front is redesigned as a result of the new motor and relocating the radiators (the latter helps the heat issue considerably). To my eye it is not quite as pleasing a shape, though not offensive. The biggest drawback there is the frunk is smaller. We used to be able to fit both helmets in there, now only one will fit because the front to back depth is a bit less.
The front fenders have been redesigned (which was done on the 2013 actually). We had the LED strip lights in the crease on the front fenders of the 2011 but that is not an option on the newer bikes.
The wheels (unless you get the chrome ones) are black and a different design. Personally I preferred the 2011 wheels but just a matter of taste.
On the motor, one very obvious difference when you start it up is that it sounds nothing like the older twin. Personally I don't think it sounds very "motorcycley" anymore (in fact it sorta sounds like a John Deere to me). Certainly easier on the ears for long rides. But it was actually one of the few things I really didn't like about the new ones. I decided to buy Lamonster's Performance Exhaust pipe and am having that installed next week - the sound (based on his video clip) seems better.
But as was noted by Chupaca, if you are on the "RT" path, this is a singular improvement in nearly every area aside from those I noted above. I am very happy with it, and looking forward to having this one a long time!
Highwayman2013
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So does my 2012.
ARtraveler
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The previous posters have most everything covered that I notice. I have one of each in my garage and really do prefer the 2014 for all the mentioned reasons.
Give one a test drive and I have a feeling you will be hooked. :yes:
Give one a test drive and I have a feeling you will be hooked. :yes:
Bob Denman
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:agree:
Try it... you'll like it!
Try it... you'll like it!
SpyderAnn01
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Have you made up your mind yet? There really is no comparison, the 14 and newer is that much better. One correction to make to Cruzr Joe's reply is that you will not have floor boards on an SM. I love the blacked out pieces on the S model 100% better than the washed out gray on the older ones and the chrome on the LTD.
Buy one, you won't regret it.
Buy one, you won't regret it.
IdahoMtnSpyder
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What about handling of the stock configuration? The front springs, shocks, and suspension were redesigned for the 2013 RT and are the same for 2014 & 2015, right? Tires went from 14" to 15". Since I'm not familiar with the 2012 or earlier I can't make any comment about handling differences, but I know some you others can.
Bob Denman
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My 2014 RT Limited handles with about 90% of the "crispness" of my 2010 RT (That had shock and Swaybar upgrades); with NONE of the harshness... A real winning setup! :thumbup:
latony007
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everything has been mentioned but if your loaded like a lot of spyder owners, not my unfortunately 
IMO go for it. The engine power and less maintenance is awesome but the other big thing to me is the heat. My brother has a 2012 that i put a lot of miles on and if it was over 90 forget riding that thing it would cook you like a chicken. The heat issue is Much better on the 15 as they moved the radiator.
IMO go for it. The engine power and less maintenance is awesome but the other big thing to me is the heat. My brother has a 2012 that i put a lot of miles on and if it was over 90 forget riding that thing it would cook you like a chicken. The heat issue is Much better on the 15 as they moved the radiator.
fireplug98
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What I've noticed, my 2015 RTS VS my 2011 RTS is,
My 998 had a little more spunk off the line than my 1330.
When I try to pass someone with any kind of real power, I have to downshift 2 gears on my 1330. Only 1 gear on my 998.
I'm not knocking my 1330, I really love it, but sometimes I miss the spunk and winding out, high rpm of my 998.
Also, cat delete on 998, to me, sounds way better than my 1330. I also run Two brothers exhaust.
I think the 1330 RT is the best Spyder for touring. As is the 998 RT, but the 1330 edges it out for the better.
There were a lot of great improvements when the 1330 RT's hit the streets. Thats for sure !!!
Tommy J. :cheers:
My 998 had a little more spunk off the line than my 1330.
When I try to pass someone with any kind of real power, I have to downshift 2 gears on my 1330. Only 1 gear on my 998.
I'm not knocking my 1330, I really love it, but sometimes I miss the spunk and winding out, high rpm of my 998.
Also, cat delete on 998, to me, sounds way better than my 1330. I also run Two brothers exhaust.
I think the 1330 RT is the best Spyder for touring. As is the 998 RT, but the 1330 edges it out for the better.
There were a lot of great improvements when the 1330 RT's hit the streets. Thats for sure !!!
Tommy J. :cheers:
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Cruzr Joe
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Bob Denman
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:shocked: No; you didn't...
Ann must be getting even with you, for a prior transgression.
I think that I found it... Radthorne mentioned floorboards...
"The 2015 comes with floorboards instead of pegs for the rider. At first I thought I would not like that, I rather liked the pegs; but I have changed my mind and actually like the floorboards. I still added some highway pegs for stretching out on the road."
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