After test driving an RT vs an F-3 a few days ago, and experiencing hip pain on both, I went to the local dealer to spend some time sitting on each in the showroom today to try to analyze what's causing my discomfort.
I found that, although I'm pretty short (5'7" with a 29" inseam), the RT doesn't provide enough room for my legs to stretch forward. I only got more comfortable on it if I sat the back of my butt on the front of the rider's seat. This allowed my legs to stretch out just a bit - enough to relieve the pressure on my hips.
On the F-3, I was immediately more comfortable because my legs were stretched out more (something like being in a recliner). The pegs were set at the #3 position, but I wondered whether the #4 position (farther forward) would be even more comfortable for me.
So, my question is: Are there after-market or optional seats available for the RT that allow the butt to push farther back than the standard seat allows?
Or am I simply better off focusing on the F-3 line of Spyders? If so, are there optional floor boards for the F-3 to replace the pegs?
Thanks!
I found that, although I'm pretty short (5'7" with a 29" inseam), the RT doesn't provide enough room for my legs to stretch forward. I only got more comfortable on it if I sat the back of my butt on the front of the rider's seat. This allowed my legs to stretch out just a bit - enough to relieve the pressure on my hips.
On the F-3, I was immediately more comfortable because my legs were stretched out more (something like being in a recliner). The pegs were set at the #3 position, but I wondered whether the #4 position (farther forward) would be even more comfortable for me.
So, my question is: Are there after-market or optional seats available for the RT that allow the butt to push farther back than the standard seat allows?
Or am I simply better off focusing on the F-3 line of Spyders? If so, are there optional floor boards for the F-3 to replace the pegs?
Thanks!
