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[robmorg]

Ah, with such a mushy story like that, I had to walk away from the computer for a minute and go give my RT-S a hug!!!!

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Wondering if your comments are useful, or if this site helps newbies? Here is the long winded answer.


My story.
I have been riding on two wheels for over thirty years, and a dedicated BMW LT rider for the last eleven. I have probably logged near as many miles on two as on four. I was in the BMW dealership in late September contemplating the new Beemer, finally ready to peel the wallet open, and take the plunge. While I was waiting, I spotted her. She was a copper and black beauty. Sleek, sexy lines. I couldn't take my eyes off her. I inquired, the salesman grabbed the keys, and fired her up. She sang to me in that deep raspy voice that only a cat free, Hindle voice box can provide. Damn, now what? I was married to my current BMW. We had over a decade together. History, trust, reliability. I was trapped. I aggressively rode my champagne girl home, winding her over nine thousand RPMs from every start, thinking of the new temptress the entire time. Damn. Then it came to me! I will research this silver four eyed concubine, and put this to rest! The web must be loaded with horrid stories of roadside failures of this hussy in disguise!
She must flip easily! Nope. Damn.
She must be way overpriced! Nope. Damn.
She must be a nightmare to maintain! She breaks down all the time! Parts hard to get? Nope, nope NOPE! Damn!
I did notice that there are not a million farkles to buy for this girl- But that’s because she’s already loaded up! Damn, Damn!
I had only one last barrier. My current ride. I had tons of farkles on her, every option, extremely well maintained with aircraft logbook style records. I will never get what she is worth, TO ME. I confidently put the big girl on Craigslist, maximum price, at the end of riding season. The decision will be made for me! She sold in three days, full price, first caller. Damn. Now what?
I was in full mourning over the loss of my partner. She was a husky girl, but love made her grateful. She never let me down.
I started to research the models of the Spyder. I knew nothing, really, of the girl that put me in a place that rivaled a story by Edgar Allen Poe. I finally decided on an RTS. I ride two up every chance I can, and the true love of my life must always be very comfortable, and feel safe. I searched eBay, Cycle Trader, and Search Tempest. I finally found a gorgeous black 2010 RTS-S SM5, in Arkansas. She had 20k miles, and looked flawless. Hooked again, only this time I was single, and ready for the commitment. I had never even test driven one of these things, let alone been on the highway. I didn’t even know there was a sequence to starting her up! Time to jump in, both feet.
Little Rock was to be a 358 mile test drive. I jumped on an airplane with a helmet and a bag full of cash. The previous owner met me at the airport with the bike, title, and keys in hand. We took care of the transaction in a private room offered by Southwest, I got the keys & clear title, and we headed outside to the bike. She was even more beautiful than pictures could ever depict. In the blink of an eye, I was on, and we were out! The ride home was a glorious nearly eight hour first date, and better than I could have imagined. She’s a agile dry ground snowmobile, and I don’t have to freeze my tail off! What a rush! I had a new girl, and so the love affair began.
I read and read and read more articles on everything from skid plates to rear tires. What an awesome wealth of information this correctly named “Spyder Lovers” website!
I unleashed the debit card on almost every upgrade I could find. I also found several little things that were previously broken, and unmentioned by the previous owner. No worries, she was now in confident, secure hands. I convinced my better half it was in the name of safety. I have since been to church to request forgiveness for a slight stretch of the truth. That was a close one! Here is a list of the upgrades I was able to accomplish directly due to the information and influence of this site…
R&R all fluids & filters
Kumho rear tire
Heated grip replacement (Right side was inop)
Infinity speakers (4)
Blue dash LEDs (Fuel & Temp gauges)
HID headlights
HID fog lights
EBC brake pads, all around
Frunk switch replacement
Pitbull Cat delete
Insulation tape wrapped exhaust, SS zip ties
Two Brothers muffler
Juicebox Pro
Smooth Spyder belt tensioner
LAMONSTER highway pegs with web footrest
Denali horn
Baja Ron’s sway bar and links
Comfort seat
K&N air filter
Trunk shock & liner
One for the road cupholder
Rear shock upgrade
Rear wheel bearings
New Battery
Trickle charger quick disconnect


Well, I thought I was done, but just read an article from “robmorg”….. Soooooo, I
just ordered the Signal Dynamics WIG-WAG brake flasher. This is surely a safety item, and no late night emergency clergyman call was necessary!


I’m sure there will be farkles in our future, a Botox here, a lift there, maybe a tuck if needed. The important thing now, is we are together, happy, and building memories almost daily. The dance is graceful, and she willingly complies to my leads. I’m looking forward to the next fifty thousand miles on this agile vixen. I thank God for introducing us, guiding us, and keeping us safe. I thank all of y'all on this site for sharing your knowledge and experiences for all to see. It is more valuable than you may think.


Ride safe!


Matthew "The Governor"
Argyle, Texas

I too took the plunge in Sept, 2014 ! I saw several spyders on the road { thought they were ugly and said' I'd never ride on of those, they don't even look like a motorcycle}. Because my riding partner [ a small 74 pound lady, who had osteoporis refused to ride on my two wheeler ]. I went to a Harley dealer and tried out a 2011 trike, the damn thing steered very hard and, after 15 minutes my right shoulder ached, well ,I said I am not paying $ 24,000 for a bike I can not enjoy ! Then my attorney said he had seen a lot of three wheel bikes in Cortland, NY. So a few days later we traveled to the GREAT dealer in Cortland. Looked around and " Fell in Love with beautiful 2011 Viper Red RT but, being a stubborn man and, not good with change I came home. Three days later I returned and, rode the Spyder - Damn what a superbly superior ride. My riding partner rode about 4 miles and, when we got back to the dealer she said, BUY IT NOW !!!!! The first three weeks was hectic, had check engine light problems but, the dealer said, Do not worry we will take care of any problems. Yea, I said to myself. The first time they replace the O2 sensor and, vapor canister sensor [ at a cost of $490..00 - which they covered under warranty ]. The second time they replace the O2 sensor and,the throttle body assy [ at a cost of $945..00 - which they also covered under warranty ]. Since then trouble Free !!!!!! THANKS to a great Spyder dealership in Cortland, NY ! Doug's Powersports Unlimnited is a Great plae to do business with !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Ben Burped]

Welcome

Thanks for sharing your induction into the world of Spyderlovers. Please keep posting.

 

[2RTsGV]

Great Intro!

Mathew,
Best intro I have ever read and I agree that this is the #1 site for any and all information regarding Spyder information. May you enjoy the many miles of 'smiles' and hassle free journeys ahead of you.

Welcome to the world of spyders

Ride safe

 

[Shewhoprays]

Wonderful post. Welcome and home to see you at Spyderfest 2015! :yes::yes:

 

[GreenDragon]

What other books have you written? Very nice description of what many of us have gone through to get to where we are today.

 

[pegasus1300]

Well Governor it has now been about a year,are you ready to give us another tale about what you 1st year on a Spyder has been like?

 

[PrairieSpyder]

Governor, you certainly have a way with words! :congrats: on your new Spyder!

 

[HayRog]

Great story :2thumbs: thanks for the read.

Only had our Spyder for a couple of months and I was dreading the farkling process again.
Farkling an FJR1300 for twelve years, I thought I was done !! Guess not. lol. and I'm actually enjoying it, albeit a little slower this time.