Magdave
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No. Just different power bands.
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Is the F3 worth 7-10k more than a RSS to you?
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No. Just different power bands.
CarolinaSpyderRyder
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No. I love my RSS.
Bob Denman
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:welcome: and :congrats: on your F-3! :2thumbs:
Ben Burped
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Excellent response. Many thanks.
BikerDoc
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BIG DIFFERENCE!
griffontamer
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I have both. I love both. But if I could only have one, I'd keep the F3.
Funny enough though, I am so used to the "crotch rocket" riding position, that on long stretches of road I sometimes put my feet on the rear pegs on the F3. Only when I see that there is nothing pretty far ahead though, since I couldn't reach the brake quickly enough in an emergency.
Funny enough though, I am so used to the "crotch rocket" riding position, that on long stretches of road I sometimes put my feet on the rear pegs on the F3. Only when I see that there is nothing pretty far ahead though, since I couldn't reach the brake quickly enough in an emergency.
bscrive
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My wife has had a 2009 RS, 2013 ST Limited, and now has the F3S. She loves the F3 more than any of the others. She says the power is better, the handling is better, the sitting position is far superior, and the interval between servicing is the best part. She would not go back. The 1330 F3 engine is far, and away a better engine than the 990 or 998. She will be keeping this one for a long time....so she says.
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Ron2andia
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While I'm still waiting on delivery I just made this a same choice this week. I rode both weighed the money and the performance and had to go with the F3. It was too awesome in every way.. Power, speed, handling, just loved it. But had a blast on both. I also went that way because i wanted a warranty. I would have had to pay a couple of grand to get that as well so please factor that in. Good luck and hope you love either. I may be mad after my first payment is due lol.
Mike Ard
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In a word after owning both - Yes, but that is my opinion. You should check out both before making your decision.
As others have stated, armpits and opinions....
There are two parts to your question. First, comparing the new RS to the F3, the price difference wouldn't be so great, but the F3 would always be more money. Secondly, the F3 rides and handles better than the RS even given that it weighs 100 pounds more.
And I do find the seating style on the F3 to be more 'user friendly' than the tucked-knee, forward-lean of the RS. Aesthetics are very personal: I prefer the F3 style - more edgey, less snowmobile-like (although I've heard some describe the F3 as a "garden tractor").
You'll also get better gas mileage on the F3 compared to the RS, especially at highway speeds. The 6th gear really helps on the F3.
The 990 motors will get out and move if, unlike me, you are prepared to let the rev's run. Sharing riding duties on my Ultra, it takes me a while to getting into shifting at 7 - 9K RPM. But then, oh, it is fun!
I do have an RT torsion bar and the better Fox-brand shocks all around (that was another $1400 though). The Nanny settings on the F3 allow for a bit more radical riding (although I have severely chastised on this forum for stating so). After owning and riding both styles of Spyder, I'd find a way to afford the F3!
Someone stated the rear shock wasn't good for two-up riding. It wasn't fit for 1-up riding, IMHO.
Wayne
There are two parts to your question. First, comparing the new RS to the F3, the price difference wouldn't be so great, but the F3 would always be more money. Secondly, the F3 rides and handles better than the RS even given that it weighs 100 pounds more.
And I do find the seating style on the F3 to be more 'user friendly' than the tucked-knee, forward-lean of the RS. Aesthetics are very personal: I prefer the F3 style - more edgey, less snowmobile-like (although I've heard some describe the F3 as a "garden tractor").
You'll also get better gas mileage on the F3 compared to the RS, especially at highway speeds. The 6th gear really helps on the F3.
The 990 motors will get out and move if, unlike me, you are prepared to let the rev's run. Sharing riding duties on my Ultra, it takes me a while to getting into shifting at 7 - 9K RPM. But then, oh, it is fun!
I do have an RT torsion bar and the better Fox-brand shocks all around (that was another $1400 though). The Nanny settings on the F3 allow for a bit more radical riding (although I have severely chastised on this forum for stating so). After owning and riding both styles of Spyder, I'd find a way to afford the F3!
Someone stated the rear shock wasn't good for two-up riding. It wasn't fit for 1-up riding, IMHO.
Wayne
GA-SPYDER
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YES on the F3
After owning a 2008 GS for four years, lots of mods, and lots of miles, I always felt that I was just sitting "ON' it.Highway pegs, Lamonster's cable operated hand brake, handlebar risers, Russel Day long saddle. The F3 you sit down in it, feet forward, better power, less nanny, great sound. The frunk is a little small. Love that 6 speed!
After owning a 2008 GS for four years, lots of mods, and lots of miles, I always felt that I was just sitting "ON' it.Highway pegs, Lamonster's cable operated hand brake, handlebar risers, Russel Day long saddle. The F3 you sit down in it, feet forward, better power, less nanny, great sound. The frunk is a little small. Love that 6 speed!
spydaman60
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congrats on the new ride "spyderquester"!!! how are you guys doing?My wife has had a 2009 RS, 2013 ST Limited, and now has the F3S. She loves the F3 more than any of the others. She says the power is better, the handling is better, the sitting position is far superior, and the interval between servicing is the best part. She would not go back. The 1330 F3 engine is far, and away a better engine than the 990 or 998. She will be keeping this one for a long time....so she says.
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den1953
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Demoed All Three
For me, the riding position on the F3 works out best. My 62 year old achy knees don't like to bend. The Ufit +2" works best for my 32" inseam. I've demoed the original 2008 Spyder as well as a couple of RTs (a 2013 S and a 2014 S) and a 2015 F3-S. For me the F3 wins hands down for leg comfort.
For me, the riding position on the F3 works out best. My 62 year old achy knees don't like to bend. The Ufit +2" works best for my 32" inseam. I've demoed the original 2008 Spyder as well as a couple of RTs (a 2013 S and a 2014 S) and a 2015 F3-S. For me the F3 wins hands down for leg comfort.
If cost is a factor, here's what I would do. First, right now you have no Spyder which is a bad thing. Whether it's an F3 or an RS, they are both better than nothing! The F3 is the better/step up and it's much newer so you won't see anything out there that is going to be less than an RS. You obviously like the sporty look and you get both with an F3 or RS. Additionally, your in MI which means you won't be riding for 3-4 months.
I would bargain hunt for a black RS while half the country isn't riding. Somebody out there is going to offer a deal that's below market value and you can easily have it shipped via a number of companies. Take it, ride the heck out of hit and either sell it or trade it in when your ready to afford an F3 later on, assuming that's what you ultimately want. Find the right year and various color schemes that are sought out by the broader buyers and have fun hunting for a just under priced bike that's been well taken care of. Once you sell, your really only out the "difference" between the purchase and sale price. If that's a couple of grand you can think of it like you rented a lot of fun on the cheap and bought up later when you were ready to get into what you may ultimately want. This way you haven't over spent, you had some fun and have the time to figure it out.
I'm sure this board would even help. We all like to hunt for bargains online and I'm sure there are a number of folks that could point you to one or they may even want to sell one because they just want to move on.
I would bargain hunt for a black RS while half the country isn't riding. Somebody out there is going to offer a deal that's below market value and you can easily have it shipped via a number of companies. Take it, ride the heck out of hit and either sell it or trade it in when your ready to afford an F3 later on, assuming that's what you ultimately want. Find the right year and various color schemes that are sought out by the broader buyers and have fun hunting for a just under priced bike that's been well taken care of. Once you sell, your really only out the "difference" between the purchase and sale price. If that's a couple of grand you can think of it like you rented a lot of fun on the cheap and bought up later when you were ready to get into what you may ultimately want. This way you haven't over spent, you had some fun and have the time to figure it out.
I'm sure this board would even help. We all like to hunt for bargains online and I'm sure there are a number of folks that could point you to one or they may even want to sell one because they just want to move on.
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