F3 Auto or Manual-which is faster

[ta-kid]

I assume the auto would be as it appears from threads I have read that you still get Tire spin from a standing start with the auto,so the clutch packs must be pretty tight and grippy.But how much better ?Anybody rode both and compared performance.

 

[billybovine]

I assume the auto would be as it appears from threads I have read that you still get Tire spin from a standing start with the auto,so the clutch packs must be pretty tight and grippy.But how much better ?Anybody rode both and compared performance.

The gear boxes on both the manual and semi are identical. The only difference between the clutches on both is the semi is computer controlled and the manual is driver controlled.

No clutch packs

 

[hawkiii]

To start, welcome to SpyderLovers. For your question, you can not manually shift your Spyder faster than the electronic shift mechanism. That is simply a fact. Hope that helps.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

SHIFT SPEED

...My experience from Drag Racing with the Semi- auto and the Manual.......Semi-auto, no question -- you can go full power with the semi-auto and just keep hitting the paddle ...no let-up on the gas....Plus it's mis-take free....you just have to watch the revs.........................Mike :thumbup:

 

[ta-kid]

Thanks for all the replys guys.I did not realize it was just a standard transmission with a computer controlled pressure plate and clutch.so almost just like having a quick shifter.

 

[petegtsv10]

To start, welcome to SpyderLovers. For your question, you can not manually shift your Spyder faster than the electronic shift mechanism. That is simply a fact. Hope that helps.

Not sure that's a "fact". I'd agree if it were a DCT or a PDK, but I don't believe it is a dual clutch. Additionally, you can do full throttle (no lift) shifts with the manual whereas the semi will cut the rpm at each shift. I was the overall RT drag champion at the 2012 Spyderfest and no semi was even close to my manual times. (and that was on my wife's RT that I had seldom ever ridden) I am not disputing that you may be right, but I'm not sure it is simply a "fact".

 

[Chupaca]

As I see it...

Depends who's driving. ..:lecturef_smilie:how good are you with a manual...:dontknow:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET......... BUT

Not sure that's a "fact". I'd agree if it were a DCT or a PDK, but I don't believe it is a dual clutch. Additionally, you can do full throttle (no lift) shifts with the manual whereas the semi will cut the rpm at each shift. I was the overall RT drag champion at the 2012 Spyderfest and no semi was even close to my manual times. (and that was on my wife's RT that I had seldom ever ridden) I am not disputing that you may be right, but I'm not sure it is simply a "fact".

..In 2014, I was :firstplace:in the RS / GS stock class and took 3rd over-all which included ALL the modified Spyders .....Oh and this was with a SEMI-AUTO......Mike :thumbup:

 

[Graptor]

One of my motorcycles has a DCT. I'm pretty sure the DCT could beat the best time I could put up on my manual Spyder. I'm also sure a professional could do much better on the manual, but that's not the skill level most of us have to use.

 

[Bob Denman]

If you are capable of a "Perfect" shift, every time: it'd be a draw...
Are you that good? :shocked:

The "ESSIE" will win! :thumbup:

 

[Mikind7]

Whichever one is black, it will be faster.

 

[Deer Slayer]

Point is, the RS-S is the fastest Spyder as it is the lightest. If one wants better performance, drop 50 lbs off the rider. Never seen fat motorcycle racing! :yikes:

 

[Yazz]

Have a F3 manual. At the drags last year, it was best two out of three. Beat a semi-auto two times in a row. Didn't win the finals but it was fun racing.

It depends on the rider which gear system is fastest. :doorag:

 

[ARtraveler]

Welcome aboard. Good question. The answer depends on your particular machine, the skill of the driver, and what wind defying accessories that may be installed on your particular spyder.

 

[ta-kid]

Go Fast Accessories:2thumbs: Thanks for all your input guys.

 

[bmccaffrey]

I agree
Depends on driver and skill level.

You can power shift with the manuals and never touch clutch or throttle


Both can be pretty quick

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

POWER SHFTING

I agree
Depends on driver and skill level.

You can power shift with the manuals and never touch clutch or throttle


Both can be pretty quick

On a Manual ....Yes, but for how long ?????:dontknow:......................On my Semi-auto I think forever :yes:.....jmho....Mike :thumbup:

 

[petegtsv10]

Point is, the RS-S is the fastest Spyder as it is the lightest. If one wants better performance, drop 50 lbs off the rider. Never seen fat motorcycle racing! :yikes:

Does the RS have the 1330 engine?

 

[CarolinaSpyderRyder]

No

Does the RS have the 1330 engine?

The RS does not have the 1330 engine, but the RSS still has the fastest published performance numbers of any stock Spyder. That F3 Turbo concept is reportedly faster though.

 

[bmccaffrey]

On a Manual ....Yes, but for how long ?????:dontknow:......................On my Semi-auto I think forever :yes:.....jmho....Mike :thumbup:

Probably long time

Been doing it forever with standard transmissions.
most big rig drivers don't clutch