just saying hello

[jlb]

Hi All.....I just wanted to say hello. I'm in my third year of riding & just starting to research the Spyder. I did my first test ride on an SE5 yesterday & loved it. It was amazingly comfortable & easy to ride. I'm looking forward to heading back to the shop for a longer test ride.

Just wondering if ya'll have any insight for me on switching from 2 wheels to 3? Also wondered how many hang on to your traditional two wheeled m/c for a different kind of riding?

But again, mostly I just wanted to say hello because I like your site & plan to be lurking about & learning all I can from everyone before I jump in & (more likely than not) buy my own spyder. You know, I added a 2 car garage last year mostly for the bikes, now i'm wondering if it will be big enough.

Thanks for any input........janetb

 

[BajaRon]

Hi All.....I just wanted to say hello. I'm in my third year of riding & just starting to research the Spyder. I did my first test ride on an SE5 yesterday & loved it. It was amazingly comfortable & easy to ride. I'm looking forward to heading back to the shop for a longer test ride.

Just wondering if ya'll have any insight for me on switching from 2 wheels to 3? Also wondered how many hang on to your traditional two wheeled m/c for a different kind of riding?

But again, mostly I just wanted to say hello because I like your site & plan to be lurking about & learning all I can from everyone before I jump in & (more likely than not) buy my own spyder. You know, I added a 2 car garage last year mostly for the bikes, now i'm wondering if it will be big enough.

Thanks for any input........janetb

I have a Suzuki M109R right now. I had a hard time going from my 2 wheeler to the Spyder. Just mental but I hated everything about the Spyder for about 300 miles.

Sounds like you are not having any issues.

I kept my 109 because it is a great ride. But I haven't ridden it much at all since I got the Spyder.

 

[BeRight]

Hi All.....I just wanted to say hello. I'm in my third year of riding & just starting to research the Spyder. I did my first test ride on an SE5 yesterday & loved it. It was amazingly comfortable & easy to ride. I'm looking forward to heading back to the shop for a longer test ride.

Just wondering if ya'll have any insight for me on switching from 2 wheels to 3? Also wondered how many hang on to your traditional two wheeled m/c for a different kind of riding?

I switched from 2 to 3 - you'll find it easy - I just had to stop reaching for the hand brake - kind of like four wheeling.
I still have my 2 wheel motorcycle but after close to a year with the Spyder - I find I am no longer riding the motorcycle.

But again, mostly I just wanted to say hello because I like your site & plan to be lurking about & learning all I can from everyone before I jump in & (more likely than not) buy my own spyder. You know, I added a 2 car garage last year mostly for the bikes, now i'm wondering if it will be big enough.

Thanks for any input........janetb

welcome

 

[cwhcwh]

welcome youll love it here, lots of people with lots of valuable info.

 

[docdoru]

welcome

 

[BumbleBee]

welcome

 

[dave01]

Welcome to te site.I compare the Spyder to riding my quad since it is so much different than the bike. But, its a lot of fun too.
I kept the Busa because there are days when the Spyder just isnt fast enough...LOL

 

[Desert Spyder]

Input? Yes, keep your feet off the ground. Seriously.

 

[Bersquack]

welcome

 

[TMehaffey]

welcome

 

[NancysToy]

Hi All.....I just wanted to say hello. I'm in my third year of riding & just starting to research the Spyder. I did my first test ride on an SE5 yesterday & loved it. It was amazingly comfortable & easy to ride. I'm looking forward to heading back to the shop for a longer test ride.

Just wondering if ya'll have any insight for me on switching from 2 wheels to 3? Also wondered how many hang on to your traditional two wheeled m/c for a different kind of riding?

But again, mostly I just wanted to say hello because I like your site & plan to be lurking about & learning all I can from everyone before I jump in & (more likely than not) buy my own spyder. You know, I added a 2 car garage last year mostly for the bikes, now i'm wondering if it will be big enough.

Thanks for any input........janetb

welcome Glad you joined us. The multiple test rides are a good idea. The Spyder is a bit different, and you don't necessarily feel comfortable right away if you are used to two wheels. About the best tip I can offer is to learn to lean into the turn with your body, since you can't do it with the machine. Basically bend at the waist and try to kiss the knuckle of your inside hand on the turn, more or less. As an alternative, you can shift your weight off the seat, to the inside. You will be amazed how hard you can corner. Pumping up the air in the front tires, increasing the suspension pre-poad, or adding an aftermarket swaybar can take it to another level altogether, but you won't get to try that on a demo.

The Spyder is my wife's, but I steal it regularly. Would have a second if I had the room. I enjoy switching back and forth, so the two-wheelers are not going anywhere as long as I can hold them up at a corner. That's a decision only you can make. Many have either sold the bikes after the Spyder came along, or let the bikes sit. Others switch hit, like me. A few have sold the Spyders, after they couldn't adjust. Only your experience will say what is right for you.

Yes, the garage is always too small. My 24x32 hasn't enough room for the 23 bikes and two collector cars. As long as there is room, the expansion seems to continue. It is a delightful illness, and I highly recommend it to anyone.

 

[Capt John]

welcome

 

[sixpack]

welcome

 

[ntxYguy2009]

welcome
I am new to motorcycles and started my journey back in November of '08. I took the MSF course and purchased a used V-Star 650. I loved riding it. After three months and about 1200 miles, I still had a confidence problem. I purchased the Spyder in February. I kept both until I realized that I would never ride the V-Star again. With my limited experience on two-wheels, I had no problems adjusting to three. I have no regrets. In the six months and 8000 miles that I have owned my Spyder, I have no problems with having a passenger, riding in the rain, or night vision. All of these things would have not happened on two-wheels (for me).

If you decide to purchase a Spyder, I know that you will become bitten like the rest of us and enjoy every minute you are riding it!

 

[DynamoBT]

welcome

 

[Kjen]

They said it all welcome; it took us a few months before we decided to finally buy ours; that was my fault because I had to wait to see if I would win a raffle one first. Nope, so....almost 10 months and 25,000 miles with no regrets.

 

[fastfraser]

welcome Stop lurking and get yourself a :spyder2:

 

[jnt]

welcome Like Scotty, the :f_spider: is my wife's, but I get to ride it a lot, as I am the chief wrench and mod adder. I can switch from 2 to 3 wheels without issue, tho some can't as easily. So go for rides, then go for some more. Ask as many questions as you need answers to. They really are an amazing feat of engineering. Like Scotty, if our garage was bigger . . .

 

[Smylinacha]

welcome Traded my Harley in for it - I love my :spyder:

 

[DannyS]

I rode 2 wheels for 41 years two things came hard at first mounting the bike I kept trying to mount standing on the ground. No need step up onto the peg and then swing your leg over. I also sometimes still reach for the front brake lever. It took me about a week to feel comfortable on it and my comfort keeps rising. I traded my Harley for it so I don't have two to go back and forth but I don't think it would be a problem. I usually swapped from a bagger to a scooter to a sport bike. When you get on body memory takes over. Get the Spyder I know you will love it.:thumbup: