New to the forum and a question

[motoretro]

I'm new here and have a few questions. As a long time two wheeler, It appears I'm either going to have to quite riding or make an adjustment. A couple herniated disc are rearing their head and I need to find something which rides better. When I state "rides better", I'm referring to total suspension compliance. Pavement expansion joints are getting through with my present bike, a Suzuki DR650SE set up as a Semi-Motarded ride.

Is the Spyder better riding than a Motorcycle? How are the bumps? With the supplied suspension, tires/pressure and seat, are pavement breaks a issue?

I realize I can take a test ride although felt a rider with more than just a few miles under his/her belt could shed some light on things. :thumbup:

Thanks in advance,
Motoretro

 

[jvicker]

Since we are not you and we are unable to duplicate your comfort, I think your only choice is to take one for a ride. There are a ton of awesome spyder owners in MI and I'm sure they would let you take a more extended ride than a dealer would. Also some of their mods may be more comfortable that taking a stock test ride at a dealer.

Shock adjustment is a personal preference. Elkas will give you a more controlled adjustment. Different seats and risers will give you different ridding positions. It may take some time to find the perfect combination that will give you the most comfortable ride.

Also there are a ton of very knowledgeable "enabled":bowdown: riders out there that may Be able to point you in the right direction.:thumbup:

Good luck.

 

[TuckMiddle]

Q's

I can only speak for myself, but with 2 back operations and a lot of arthritis, I can attest that the Spyder does very well. I have used Air Hawk seat pads for 8 or 10 years, and always a Utopia back rest and I think the RT is the most comfortable thing I sit in on the road, at home or in a furniture store. It takes bumps, cement strips, railroad tracks and road construction in stride and after 16,000 miles, I'm still amazed. The front ELKA shocks (extra $$) have an adjustable rebound and I've left that at 25 clicks (of 50) as they came from ELKA. The air bag is set at 50% and does superbly with just me or with my wife riding also. The air pump on The RTSM5 (AT) automatically adds air pressure to compensate for the pax.
Good luck in your search. You really need to demo one of the RTs to experience for yourself how well thought out the suspension is, as well as the bike in general. :firstplace:

Tuck

 

[boborgera]

Is the Spyder better riding than a Motorcycle? How are the bumps? With the supplied suspension, tires/pressure and seat, are pavement breaks a issue?



Thanks in advance,
Motoretro

Yes and no, With 3 wheels you can't avoid most bumps like you can with a street [2 wheel] bike,
But the way your present bike is set up' riding a Spyder will be a Pleasure:thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: A couple of them; huh... It's going to be a tough nut to crack, but the Spyder can be set up pretty soft and cushy so that it takes the jolts. You will probably still have to do your homework with some sort of support for your spine tucked up under your riding gear though; nothing can take all of the jolts out of those roads!
Good Luck and please let us know what you decide!

 

[murphybrown]

Sleeping on RT

To answer your comfort ?..for me VERY.. yesterday at grandsons ball game after sitting on stands for a few decided Ms Spyder much more comfortable..yep fell asleep..NO I wasn't ryding..just showing comfort is great...do your research we all have our wants/needs.. Welcome to SLovers..the best and greatest folks .. again :welcome:

 

[ARtraveler]

A test drive is probably the best way to find out if the Spyder is for you. I also have back and athritis issues so have my :spyder2: set up as good as possible for my issues. That is something that can be done, and there are a lot of comfort options that can be added.

Let us know what you decide.

 

[jgwoods]

Spyders give a very compliant ride, but, as was noted above the Spyder runs in 3 tracks on the road while a 2 wheeler makes a single track. You hit a lot more bumps on a Spyder. I've gotten used to it now after 3 years on two Spyders but I do recall being surprised at how bumpy the ride was at first. That being said it handles rough pavement pretty well.

 

[motoretro]

Thanks to all for your provided information, I certainly appreciate all your insight.:thumbup: I'm anxious to try a Spyder out and plan on visiting a nearby dealer tomorrow. We have a few riders in the area and I look forward to tracking them down for suggestions, experiences, etc.

Motoretro

 

[Littlebadwolf]

Thanks to all for your provided information, I certainly appreciate all your insight.:thumbup: I'm anxious to try a Spyder out and plan on visiting a nearby dealer tomorrow. We have a few riders in the area and I look forward to tracking them down for suggestions, experiences, etc.

Motoretro

I've got a 2009 RS and live in the Jackson area...If you want to try one out without restrictions get ahold of me...Gotta warn you...it's not the average RS <hehe> but it will give you a good idea of the ride......Just re-read your initial post...not sure if you're looking at the RS or the RT (touring version)....I'm guessing the RT due to the smoother ride...

 

[motoretro]

I've got a 2009 RS and live in the Jackson area...If you want to try one out without restrictions get ahold of me...Gotta warn you...it's not the average RS <hehe> but it will give you a good idea of the ride......Just re-read your initial post...not sure if you're looking at the RS or the RT (touring version)....I'm guessing the RT due to the smoother ride...

I certainly appreciate your offer and may just take you up on it as I'm actually interested in the RS. I know this might sound odd for optimum comfort although my disc issues rest in the Thoracic region and I'm more comfortable leaning forward a bit. Have family coming in this week from out of town although will contact you later if my visit to dealer tomorrow is successful.
Thanks,
Motoretro