Maybe moving to a Spyder RS???

[Wicked Wanda]

Nice try... But you really need to think of any new bike (or ATV or snowmobile, or... :shocked as an unfinished work of art waiting for YOUR signature! :clap:
Face it... your expendable income has been expended! :yikes:

Yeah, yeah, yeah...LOL

 

[Bob Denman]

That hole is only getting deeper...
Since you're going to take another spin on both models... The seating on the RS models can be tinkered with by adding a riser to the bars, getting a different height windshield, and taking a good look at BRP's comfort seat...
That would be for if you wanted something a bit more in bertween the "Sporty" RS, and the "Not-So" RT...

 

[Wicked Wanda]

That hole is only getting deeper...
Since you're going to take another spin on both models... The seating on the RS models can be tinkered with by adding a riser to the bars, getting a different height windshield, and taking a good look at BRP's comfort seat...
That would be for if you wanted something a bit more in bertween the "Sporty" RS, and the "Not-So" RT...

Good to know and I'll look into that when we visit the dealership. A cross between the two would be perfect. I like some of the "creature comforts" on the RT but like the versatility of the RS - adding/removing bags, backrest, etc.

Salesman is going to hate me. LOL

 

[Raptor]

That hole is only getting deeper...
Since you're going to take another spin on both models... The seating on the RS models can be tinkered with by adding a riser to the bars, getting a different height windshield, and taking a good look at BRP's comfort seat...
That would be for if you wanted something a bit more in bertween the "Sporty" RS, and the "Not-So" RT...

Very good points, Bob. I was going to mention that there are ways to make the RS more comfortable. A very simple 2" riser, back rest and a touring windshield and our RS-S is so much more comfortable we can ride all day. Nothing like the RT but very nice! I have done nothing comfort wise to Phantom 14; that is just NOT who 14 is! And I like it that way. As comfortable as the RT is, and it... is...comfortable... it's not my style. But that is just me.

As far as the trailer goes, many folks have all kinds of rigs out here, so you are certainly not limited to BRP only in that regard, that is for sure! Good luck on your search, and welcome to Spyderlovers!

 

[KipDM]

i bought an '11 RS-S and love it...but the seat is not the most comfortable.
for my current needs it is great, but for now i really don't want to spend more than about 90 minutes on her.
now, part of that may be me being away from riding so long and just getting used to it again. part of it is surely my weight (almost 300 lbs.).
you may want to consider the comfort seat of a Corbin.
once i fully decide on whether to add a riser (already have the BRP 1") to get a better angle i am then going to tackle which windshield i really prefer (have the sport - standard on the RS) over the sport/touring. probably going to a CalSci Tinted Shorty. bigger than s[port/touring, but not a TRUE touring windshield so i will still get plenty of air.
just remember: BRP has 3 different windshields so check those out too to see which fits more of the style/ryde you want.

 

[flamingobabe]

Wicked Wanda...I do believe we have met...at Doc's CBR 2 years ago...I'm married to hotglue....we are the Valkers that has the big party every April...Gatherin' of the Fools....in Texas...anyway welcome to SpyderLovers....I searched for about a year or so and really wanted a Valk trike....but doing all the research on all the different trikes...I test road a used 2009SE5 and was hooked. I purchased on Monday May 24th 2010 and hg and I left for Tucumcari, NM on Thursday....this was my 1st ride...but I had experience on a 4 wheeler....so off we go and as of today I have 15,3?? miles.

Are y'all going to the Hillybilly Ride? Robbers Cave?? Tucumcari??? Inzane??? I would be willing to let you ride mine to see if you like it...pm me...or we can go to the VRCC Ohio board and chat...Just let me know....the Spyder would be a good choice.....as far as recalls...I've had like 3 or 4...but in and out no problem...basicly all we have done is oil change and extra lights and bling...waiting for my Corbin:2excited:to get here........flamingobabe

 

[Wicked Wanda]

Wicked Wanda...I do believe we have met...at Doc's CBR 2 years ago...I'm married to hotglue....we are the Valkers that has the big party every April...Gatherin' of the Fools....in Texas...anyway welcome to SpyderLovers....I searched for about a year or so and really wanted a Valk trike....but doing all the research on all the different trikes...I test road a used 2009SE5 and was hooked. I purchased on Monday May 24th 2010 and hg and I left for Tucumcari, NM on Thursday....this was my 1st ride...but I had experience on a 4 wheeler....so off we go and as of today I have 15,3?? miles.

Are y'all going to the Hillybilly Ride? Robbers Cave?? Tucumcari??? Inzane??? I would be willing to let you ride mine to see if you like it...pm me...or we can go to the VRCC Ohio board and chat...Just let me know....the Spyder would be a good choice.....as far as recalls...I've had like 3 or 4...but in and out no problem...basicly all we have done is oil change and extra lights and bling...waiting for my Corbin:2excited:to get here........flamingobabe

Here there! Yes, we have met! Good to hear from you.

Thanks for the offer to ride, that's so nice of you. I doubt we make many events this year, with work, we just don't have much vacation time to spare. We're spread way too thin.

Fortunately, we do have dealers really close to us that are more than willing to let us ride. hyea:

I have rode the RT and it was just such a departure from 2-wheeling. I just wanted to be sure it was the right fit for me. I do believe the RS fits me better and with the mods some of the others have suggested, I can make it an even better fit.

Since we had the Valkyrie, and she was available for triking, it added another layer to the decision of what I wanted to do. Guess that's a great position to be in.

 

[Wicked Wanda]

i bought an '11 RS-S and love it...but the seat is not the most comfortable.
for my current needs it is great, but for now i really don't want to spend more than about 90 minutes on her.
now, part of that may be me being away from riding so long and just getting used to it again. part of it is surely my weight (almost 300 lbs.).
you may want to consider the comfort seat of a Corbin.
once i fully decide on whether to add a riser (already have the BRP 1") to get a better angle i am then going to tackle which windshield i really prefer (have the sport - standard on the RS) over the sport/touring. probably going to a CalSci Tinted Shorty. bigger than s[port/touring, but not a TRUE touring windshield so i will still get plenty of air.
just remember: BRP has 3 different windshields so check those out too to see which fits more of the style/ryde you want.

Thanks for the feedback from a new owner! More stuff to check out. Guess I'm going to have to write all this down. LOL

 

[Circle Blue]

Looking, too.

I've not had a chance to ride either the RT or the RS, yet. Hopefully that will change after this weekend. Going to make it to Spyderfest on Saturday. I have to admit that just the looks of the RS is much more appealing to me than the RT. And, my sweetie doesn't like the looks of the RT at all. It's funny how individual tastes are isn't it? I look forward to hearing your reflections on your experience of riding the RS.

 

[SpyderWolf]

Yeah, ya'll are baddd.... :lecturef_smilie:

Been through this before with motorcycles. I. Can. Resist. :gaah:

:welcome:

Resistance is futile, once the Spyder bytes you will be assimilated. :thumbup:

 

[Wicked Wanda]

I've not had a chance to ride either the RT or the RS, yet. Hopefully that will change after this weekend. Going to make it to Spyderfest on Saturday. I have to admit that just the looks of the RS is much more appealing to me than the RT. And, my sweetie doesn't like the looks of the RT at all. It's funny how individual tastes are isn't it? I look forward to hearing your reflections on your experience of riding the RS.

Yes, individual style has a lot to do with choices. I didn't mind the look of the RT. For me, I'm not a huge fan of the large backrest for passengers (not a GW fan either). Getting off/on without kicking bags would take some getting used to (yes, I'm ____ about scuffs too).

Let me know you're experience as well, I'd be interested to hear your views too.

 

[Wicked Wanda]

:welcome:

Resistance is futile, once the Spyder bytes you will be assimilated. :thumbup:

LOL...not bitten yet.

BTW, I hate the real eight-legged critters :f_spider: Now I'm thinking about riding one?! :yikes:

 

[Bob Denman]

If you look up "Arachnaphobia" in the dictionary you'll find a picture of me there crying like a little girl... I prefer to NOT connect Spyder to the squishable ones... "Roadster" is just fine! :thumbup:
Oh! scuffs on the bodywork if you're throwing a leg up over the trunk... You mentioned that you had "long enough" legs... and...



Oh wait... That's NOT the mental picture that I should be bringing up... :shocked:

:roflblack::roflblack:

 

[1BLACKSPYDER]

Tia,
:welcome:The wife just picked up her 2011 RSS-SE5 last week ( I got 2 ride it home 70miles) She's in love... The funny thing here is 5 days later we now have two 2011 RSS-SE5.(thing 1 & thing 2) I have been a beemer & Goldwing guy forever but like you the lighter weight and sportyness not to mention the FUN!!! factor is was what sold me. Ride both more than once get the one that fits you best either way RT or RS you win:2thumbs:
Good hunting.

 

[Bob Denman]

...Kinda like potato chips; aren't they??? :2thumbs:

 

[Wicked Wanda]

If you look up "Arachnaphobia" in the dictionary you'll find a picture of me there crying like a little girl... I prefer to NOT connect Spyder to the squishable ones... "Roadster" is just fine! :thumbup:
Oh! scuffs on the bodywork if you're throwing a leg up over the trunk... You mentioned that you had "long enough" legs... and...



Oh wait... That's NOT the mental picture that I should be bringing up... :shocked:

:roflblack::roflblack:

:yikes: Yes, I do have long legs...and your point is???

The biggest thing, I'm not into the full dress look at all.

 

[Bob Denman]

Is that why you had the Valkie rather than a 'Wing? My Missus and I have found that the more places you can hide stuff, the more stuff you end up carrying all the time... When you run out of room you either buy a trailer or a larger touring rig! :shocked:

 

[spyder3]

Fun watching bob squirm a little!!opcorn:

 

[Wicked Wanda]

Is that why you had the Valkie rather than a 'Wing? My Missus and I have found that the more places you can hide stuff, the more stuff you end up carrying all the time... When you run out of room you either buy a trailer or a larger touring rig! :shocked:

No, we had the Valkyrie because it was love at first site. Rode one for about 2 blocks and it was all over. I walked back in the dealership and told the salesman, "do it".

Oh, and I travel light. I don't "need" all that crap with me. Raingear, wallet, insurance stuff, sunscreen and I'm good to go.

Old picture but the whole rig:

 

[Wicked Wanda]

Fun watching bob squirm a little!!opcorn:

Careful, he already confessed he'll cry like a girl. :shocked: