All I can say is WOW!!

[Old Man Grizz]

Just picked up our new 2014 RTS.
What a FABULOUS MACHINE!
i've ridden bikes for well over 40 years and have never ridden such a great Creature!
We put on our first 500 miles last weekend, learning the feel of our new ride.
I have a couple of questions. Where is the "Sweet Spot" on the 1330? Where does it like to run best?
Also, I notice there is no Red Line?
Any idea on where it is?
thanks for all your help! I have been reading on this great site for months
Old Man Grizz

 

[Deanna777]

:welcome:and :nopic: also Welcome to the 1330 Ace Club!

Glad you found this :firstplace: site. Deanna

 

[CanAmChris]

Just picked up our new 2014 RTS.
What a FABULOUS MACHINE!
i've ridden bikes for well over 40 years and have never ridden such a great Creature!
We put on our first 500 miles last weekend, learning the feel of our new ride.

1330clubThe Spyder in all it's incarnations is a dream to ride. So glad you are enjoying it.

I have a couple of questions. Where is the "Sweet Spot" on the 1330? Where does it like to run best?

My first experience with the 1330 has been on the F3. After riding an RSS with the v-twin 998 for four years, I have to say 3500rpm - 4500rpm is pretty sweet on the 1330.It shifts like butter and if I need some power I just downshift and roll the throttle (SE6).

Also, I notice there is no Red Line?
Any idea on where it is?

Spyders have an rpm limiter built into the nanny. The RT and ACE forum guys can tell you more. Have no fear, you will not be able to destroy the Rotax by reving.

thanks for all your help! I have been reading on this great site for months
Old Man Grizz

You are in the right place Grizz. Welcome to the fun!

 

[GloryRyders]

:congrats: on your :spyder:and :welcome: to the family!

 

[Bob Denman]

:congrats: on a GREAT choice! :2thumbs:
I THINK that the redline is at 7,500 rpm; the rev-limiter will definitely let you know if you stray too far...
My bike seems to like cruising at right around 3,000 rpm...

 

[donkes]

5000 rpm should be high enough. Welcome

 

[Brogers57]

I normally shift mine around 3100-3300 RPM's. First is normally around 2k.

 

[fratzba]

:welcome:

Gratz on your new ride!

-Fratz

 

[Lew L]

Grizzled old man?

I also have a '14 RT-S. Circuit Yellow

What mods do you have planned??? WE have the anti-sway bar and enlarged skid plate ( The OEM one is a joke). I think that a high mounted ( third ) brake light is a must. AND swithcing out the BRP stickers on the trunk and frunk is easy and looks much better.

You said you were on 2 wheels---- so what did you ride??? I've been on all different sizes of bikes over the last 50+ years and currently still ride a Yamaha V-Max and a Honda Valkryie.

When you stop riding ( ryding ) there will be :::::

Kaos

 

[ARtraveler]

:congrats: on your new 1330. I find the sweet spot on mine is right around 3000 rpms. Seamless, quiet shifts. Plenty of power to crank it if need be. The redline is at 7500 rpms, but you have to look at the tach carefully to see the demarcation.

The sweet spot may vary depending on conditions--but it wont take you long to figure it out.

 

[justcalldon]

My 2014 RT likes shifting around 3000 too. You will get the feel of it after a couple more rides. The nanny won't let you over rev your engine so play with it and have some fun. Welcome to the club.


Justcalldon

 

[dannsh]

Fun

I have found that between 3000 rpm and 3500 rpm work for me. :bowdown:

 

[PrairieSpyder]

:congrats: on your new Spyder! :nopic:

 

[Rottieluvr]

Congrats!!

:congrats: on your new Spyder! :nopic:

Like you I have MANY years on bikes and was impressed with the '14 Spyder to the point of 'it followed me home!' Unlike the tachs of most bikes, I had to look closely to see the outer ring changes colors at 7500 RPM. I have not revved it that tight (yet) as it is still on break in. But I am a believer in testing things while still under warranty. As I have no experience with the older spiders, I can't compare. All I can say it has SURPRISED a few fellow riders. And me.