I have the Feaver!!!! RT-S or Limited

[robmorg]

I'm on my 2nd RTS and I love the blacked out look. I always say that until brake dust is chrome colored I'll stick with black wheels. The rolling suitcase for the front trunk is nice but you can always buy one separately. I found the shelf in the rear trunk of the LTD useless and I don't think I would use the bags for the side saddlebags. I use GPS on my phone and that works great for me.

Take the extra money and buy yourself some farkles.

:agree: I like the looks of the RTS better, but went with limited because it was cheaper. They had a demo that only the dealer owner had used. So basically, I got a Spyder that was already broken in, with the initial maintenance done, and a free GPS. :thumbup:

 

[1kevin662]

:agree: I like the looks of the RTS better, but went with limited because it was cheaper. They had a demo that only the dealer owner had used. So basically, I got a Spyder that was already broken in, with the initial maintenance done, and a free GPS. :thumbup:

That would be awesome!!! I am all about a deal.. I hate buying new but the way spyders hold their value for a little more you get new. Sounds like the interest rate is not so good though. I was told it was like around 6% for 72 months. this was not with a credit check or anything just what a sales guy told me.. maybe he was not wanting to give me a low number he could not get. I have a RZR with Sheffield and it is about the same though. I am sure most of you guys just pay CA$H though.

I have found a new 2015 RT-S red and black $23500 just don't know if I can do it or not.. need to pay off some other stuff first but I'm not very patient ...

 

[Ex-Rocket]

For the price difference between the RTS & RTL, I would go with the RTS and then the money you saved you can add whatever farkles you want.:yes::yes:

 

[Pirate looks at --]

Oh No

RT-S vs. Ltd?

RT-S has most of the features of the LTD. Plastic colored chrome instead of the real stuff in most places. No GPS.

For about $2K more add the chrome and GPS. That's about it.

Had three RT's. The first was a Premier Edition--then the top of the line. Still plastic colored chrome and no GPS.

Bought basic 2011. A & C model. Less chrome colored trim--but all the important gee gaws.

Bought 2014 RT-S. As above in #1.

Was thinking LTD for my next one (#6)--but I am pretty sure now there will not be a next one. Health issues mostly. :thumbup:

Really sorry to hear about that. I hope as Bob said that the health issues improve!

 

[robmorg]

Best Loan Rate?

That would be awesome!!! I am all about a deal.. I hate buying new but the way spyders hold their value for a little more you get new. Sounds like the interest rate is not so good though. I was told it was like around 6% for 72 months. this was not with a credit check or anything just what a sales guy told me.. maybe he was not wanting to give me a low number he could not get. I have a RZR with Sheffield and it is about the same though. I am sure most of you guys just pay CA$H though.

I have found a new 2015 RT-S red and black $23500 just don't know if I can do it or not.. need to pay off some other stuff first but I'm not very patient ...

Unfortunately, the best discount deals occur at the end of each riding season, and we are at the beginning of the riding season. :sour:

Folks here have gotten better loan rates than with Sheffield. Unfortunately, I don't remember where. Maybe someone will chime in here about that.

 

[sealfloorboards]

For sure your talking a significant difference in money. I would rather spend the money on Farkels than luggage And chrome and small thousand dollar floorboards:yikes:. I have a 2014 RTS and I love it. I put my Seal Floorboards on and saved $500 right off the git. I put fog lights on and a GPS mount and still came out ahead. I agree with you, I would much rather ride then polished chrome.
Ride in comfort:thumbup:

 

[1kevin662]

Unfortunately, the best discount deals occur at the end of each riding season, and we are at the beginning of the riding season. :sour:

Folks here have gotten better loan rates than with Sheffield. Unfortunately, I don't remember where. Maybe someone will chime in here about that.

I may just have to wait till the fall or winter.. I can do a little better with the credit union at work but its a pain to get it done. its easier to just sign at the dealer and ride off... lol

 

[1kevin662]

For sure your talking a significant difference in money. I would rather spend the money on Farkels than luggage And chrome and small thousand dollar floorboards:yikes:. I have a 2014 RTS and I love it. I put my Seal Floorboards on and saved $500 right off the git. I put fog lights on and a GPS mount and still came out ahead. I agree with you, I would much rather ride then polished chrome.
Ride in comfort:thumbup:

does the RT-S not come with floorboards?

 

[sealfloorboards]

I agree, A spiders very expensive anyway you look at it. I would rather spend my money on Farkles then
so-so luggage, chrome and overpriced small floorboards:yikes:. I bought a 2014 RTS and love it. I added fog lights and a GPS mount and still came out ahead. My Seal Floorboards were $500 less than BRP's and are much larger and more stable feeling. My goal is to not spend a lot of money but to write in comfort.:thumbup:

 

[Big F]

I sold my Goldwing and now I think I want a Spyder... My wife will be riding with me so it has to be a RT.
Should I get the RT-S or Limited. The only thing I can see that I would miss is the GPS on the Limited and my phone works great for a GPS. I like the black wheels better on the S too. What are your thoughts on the differences and is the Limited worth the extra $$$.

A spyder looks like it would be very comparable to riding a 4 wheeler just with the ability to safety ride 70+ MPH on the highway. Which sounds great to me I have been riding motorcycle and 4 wheelers since I was 7.

From what I can tell people must love them because there are not many used ones and when you do see one its not much cheaper that a new one????

Will any dealer cover the warranty? (manufacture and extended) I have heard stories of Victory owners that could not get warranty work while on trips.

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I would say it is whatever you and the wife like and what your wallet can handle. I'm on my 2nd RT Limited and love the extra touches of chrome, lighting and accessories. We love our RT Limited and would never get anything less. It is the top of the line and yu only go around once in this big world. Either model, you won't go wrong and will enjoy the comfort of the Spyder ride. Good Luck.
BIG F

 

[robmorg]

does the RT-S not come with floorboards?

The RTS DOES come with stock floorboards. The base RT does not.

 

[Brian Kay]

The RTS DOES come with stock floorboards. The base RT does not.

Take it one step further...the RT-S SE6 comes with floorboards, not the SM6.

 

[bronzeflex42]

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I would say it is whatever you and the wife like and what your wallet can handle. I'm on my 2nd RT Limited and love the extra touches of chrome, lighting and accessories. We love our RT Limited and would never get anything less. It is the top of the line and yu only go around once in this big world. Either model, you won't go wrong and will enjoy the comfort of the Spyder ride. Good Luck.
BIG F

:agree: x2 i am a chrome man myself. I like to see a bike with a lot of chrome. It just looks good to me. I have the Limited and love the way it shines and the luggage bags hold a lot of stuff. Anyway you go it is fun, fun, fun!! hyea:hyea:hyea:

 

[1kevin662]

Take it one step further...the RT-S SE6 comes with floorboards, not the SM6.

OK that clears up... I want the SE6 because if we get off and I get sick or just cant hold my eyes open my wife can drive..

 

[Bob Denman]

OK that clears up... I want the SE6 because if we get off and I get sick or just cant hold my eyes open my wife can drive..

:lecturef_smilie: You have to be careful about this... :shocked:
It often leads to the purchase of another Spyder! :2thumbs:
:spyder2::spyder2:

 

[1kevin662]

:lecturef_smilie: You have to be careful about this... :shocked:
It often leads to the purchase of another Spyder! :2thumbs:
:spyder2::spyder2:

yes I can see where this could happen!!!

 

[Killer Bee]

RTS

When we bought ours, the RTS seemed to hit the sweet spot of features vs price. I struggled a bit with the SM6 vs SE6 choice, but ended up with the SE6 - primarily to get the rider floorboards. Now that I'm getting used to the semi-auto transmission, I'm really glad we went with it. Sure is nice in stop and go traffic! Your left forearm will thank you for it. :thumbup:

 

[1kevin662]

When we bought ours, the RTS seemed to hit the sweet spot of features vs price. I struggled a bit with the SM6 vs SE6 choice, but ended up with the SE6 - primarily to get the rider floorboards. Now that I'm getting used to the semi-auto transmission, I'm really glad we went with it. Sure is nice in stop and go traffic! Your left forearm will thank you for it. :thumbup:

Oh I know I will like the SE6 from riding 4 wheelers. its a little different mine are auto but you can change to manual and shift up an down with a button... I think it will be about the same..

 

[irvin48]

if you dont like the black wheels on the S then do what i did.
buy different ones. there are always wheels for sale . i bought
new F3's for a contrast. still got lots of money left for farkles !

 

[Sh37720]

I just traded my 14 Sts in for a 15 RTSS/Limited and I love it mine was customized with 2 tone panels in pearl black and pearl silver. And has the chrome.