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Do you get wet riding in the rain?
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mecsw500
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You would be surprised how wet you still get on an RT type Spyder.
Even on the freeway at 70 mph the fairing is quite effective at keeping the wind and rain off your torso and head, your lower body and outside of your upper arms and shoulders still get wet.
The RT looks aerodynamic but I think it probably isn’t. I don’t know if they are wind tunnel tested but I doubt it. They are good at creating comfort by keeping the wind off your chest and from buffeting your helmet, but not so good as some BMW fairings in terms of total weather protection. Waterproofs are an essential accessory.
Even on the freeway at 70 mph the fairing is quite effective at keeping the wind and rain off your torso and head, your lower body and outside of your upper arms and shoulders still get wet.
The RT looks aerodynamic but I think it probably isn’t. I don’t know if they are wind tunnel tested but I doubt it. They are good at creating comfort by keeping the wind off your chest and from buffeting your helmet, but not so good as some BMW fairings in terms of total weather protection. Waterproofs are an essential accessory.
Dasmoetorhead
Well-known member
It rained the day I picked up my F3S at the dealership, and rode home in the rain. I was surprised at how dry I was. Since that day I've only been caught in a few showers.
CO Rider
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I've heard the aerodynamics described as pushing a utility shed down the highway sideways. Based on gas mileage numbers, I'd have to say that's fair.
Another vote here for raingear.
Dusterdude
Active member
On the way to and from Sturgis, it rained quite a bit. At 77-ish mph, most of the rain blew over my head. My hands and my legs did get wet.
It depends on the rain's intensity and the quality of the rain gear. I don't think I know anyone who's ever been able to keep their crotch from getting wet. It just seems to be a catch point.
After not finding my old rain suit, I guess I'm gonna need a new one. Any suggestions for brands to look at? I'm pretty sure my missing one was a Nelson Rigg but it was probably 15 to 20 years old anyway. A breathable one would be nice if there is such a thing. Any opinions will be appreciated.
Deanna777
Well-known member
In the past, when I had my 2014 RTS-SE6, I was dry (I had rain gear on, jacket, and pants). The only parts that got wet were my leather boots and gloves. The RT pushed away the rain that was on the road. I was more protected from the rain, especially when I tucked my feet real close to the Spyder.
Now on my current Spyder (a 2023 F3 LTD SS) I do get wet. So I do carry rain gear on the Spyder at all times, just in case I get caught in the rain.
Another vote for rain gear.
Hi @Lyctriple,
When you are looking for rain gear, make sure it has some sort of reflective strip on it.
Deanna
Now on my current Spyder (a 2023 F3 LTD SS) I do get wet. So I do carry rain gear on the Spyder at all times, just in case I get caught in the rain.
Another vote for rain gear.
Hi @Lyctriple,
When you are looking for rain gear, make sure it has some sort of reflective strip on it.
Deanna
JayBros
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I have a Firstgear rain suit, jacket, pants, and overboots, and I have ridden in frog strangling rain four hours on tour and stay dry. If the weather looks iffy I frequently put the cover on my seat and that has a pretty good record for keeping the rain gods at bay. In summer showers here in North Caranuthin, I ignore the rain gear and enjoy the damp coolness.
mecsw500
Well-known member
I’ve found that the over pants are best. Better than the supposed rain proof Goretex stuff. I bought BMW over suit jacket and pants years ago when I had BMWs but although expensive they’ve kept me bone dry for 10 years now. No wet crotch, I hate that feeling. My wife bought Tourmaster over suit jacket and pants and despite being cheaper, hers has worked well for the same decade.
RayBJ
Well-known member
If there is a chance of rain before I gear up, I wear 100% GORETEX jacket, pants, boots, gloves. On non-summer trips, I only wear GORTEX gear. My mesh gear and backup rain gear are for local summer runs. I stay dry and the GORTEX breathes. Rainsuits get VERY steamy and you have to guess when to wear and when remove between showers. Pulling over to switch can be hazardous and slows progress.
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