Differences in Models (All F3 & RT models)

[Arcamguy]

I hope my question isn't taken as a stupid/OMG reference but let me explain my thinking.
In December 2019 I purchased a base model 2019 F3, love it immensely and will be a Spyder owner/rider for life. I'm a public school teacher so finances played a huge role in my purchase. When BRP offered a 3k rebate on the base model it was time to make a purchase. Since then, I have gone crazy on adding farkles (charged on credit card and increased debt) and have improved my overall ride quality and experience.
Is there a huge difference in ride quality between the F3 series (F3, F3S, F3T, F3L) and the RT line (RT & RTL).What about the improvements between the 2019 line up vs. 2020 models? I know all have more cargo capacity and add horsepower etc but do the higher end Spyders ride different than the base model I have?
I have made alot of improvement to my base model but have never driven any other model. I did receive an invitation to test ride the new 2020 RT models in San Antonio in June. That has been canceled due to COVID-19.
I love my Spyder so much was just wondering if I should have bought a different model. I will not trade or sell my current model as I have way too much invested and will lose too much and simply can't afford to do so.
Thanks for responding to all my posts and I appreciate Everyone in the forum.

Be safe
Arcamguy

 

[CopperSpyder]

"I love my Spyder so much" That's what its all about. What you love, I know people that have Rykers that drive across country that love their Ryker and some love the RT or the F3L. So you answered your own question. Ya the RT for me is better but that is for me and the way I ride. Same gos for cars and trucks all the same but different, its what you like that matters. Sounds like you have a pretty nice ride already!

 

[JayBros]

Don't have any experience w/- F3s except test ride of 2016 Ltd which was impressive fun but Tupperware design bothers the inside of my long legged knees. Perhaps this site might help. https://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/bikes/BRP.htm

 

[canamjhb]

I logged well over 30,000 miles on my 2014 RTL and have only just sat on an F3. Not ridden one. Having said that, here is my uneducated opinion. On the RT, you sit ON it. The F3 is more like sitting IN it. I never did find the stock RTL seat to be very comfortable. But I was also not comfortable sitting on an F3. It seemed to scrunch me up more than I liked. (I'm a little over 6' and 260#s). The F3 has less weather protection than the RT. From what I have learned, riding an F3 is more like driving a sports car while riding an RT is more like driving a Buick Sedan. The Sedan has more cargo space but the sports car has more spirit. Both have their audience. Both will bring a smile to your face. I opted for the RTL because of cargo capacity and weather protection. But there were many times I would have preferred to be riding an F3. My advice..... Go with what you got and don't look back. Stay safe..... Jim

 

[Arion]

I hope my question isn't taken as a stupid/OMG reference but let me explain my thinking.
In December 2019 I purchased a base model 2019 F3, love it immensely and will be a Spyder owner/rider for life. I'm a public school teacher so finances played a huge role in my purchase. When BRP offered a 3k rebate on the base model it was time to make a purchase. Since then, I have gone crazy on adding farkles (charged on credit card and increased debt) and have improved my overall ride quality and experience.
Is there a huge difference in ride quality between the F3 series (F3, F3S, F3T, F3L) and the RT line (RT & RTL).What about the improvements between the 2019 line up vs. 2020 models? I know all have more cargo capacity and add horsepower etc but do the higher end Spyders ride different than the base model I have?
I have made alot of improvement to my base model but have never driven any other model. I did receive an invitation to test ride the new 2020 RT models in San Antonio in June. That has been canceled due to COVID-19.
I love my Spyder so much was just wondering if I should have bought a different model. I will not trade or sell my current model as I have way too much invested and will lose too much and simply can't afford to do so.
Thanks for responding to all my posts and I appreciate Everyone in the forum.

Be safe
Arcamguy

I don't have any experience with the F3 but we do own two RT's - my wife's 2012 RTL and my 2015 RT-S. We live in Schertz, just off Exit 178 on I-35, about 8 miles south of New Braunfels, and you're welcome to ride either or both of our RTs if it will be of any help. We took them out today on a short 80 mile loop towards Bulverde and Canyon Lake to view the bluebonnets. There weren't any but it was a great ride regardless. Nice to get out in the wind and simply have fun.

If you're interested, simply sent me a PM. Arion