New to the Site and Seeking Advise

[reissooz]

I thought about the semi auto for a few moment but realized I have no issue with clutching (good repair i guess;-) and I really do enjoy the entire shifting thing.
What I like the most at this point is the F3-S. I still get the excellent ergo's and the 1330.
Pretty easy to add bags and foot rests id imagine.
I do have a question. Does it have cruise? couldn't seem to find that on the can am site.
Thanks for all the info, I'm getting close and looking forward to the norcal ride in sept.

The F3-S comes with cruise control (F3 doesn't) and neither have heated grips. Cruise can be added to the F3 easily as well the heated grips and are reasonably priced accessories.

 

[JagHag]

Heyya!

I've liked the Spyder since seeing a green 08' at my local dealer.
Problem was I couldn't get any of my friends interested in even looking at one much less buying one.
I currently own 11 1000cc and above motorcycles with most of them being early 80's street bikes.
I've also gone the route of a couple sport cruisers in the way of a Kawi Concours and a BMW K1200s
I've always preferred a basic straight up riding position.
Im turning 56 this May and due to a little crazier past I have a complete replacement right hip and right knee along with a repaired severed ACL in the left knee.
My wife and I are very active on PWC and cruising the Delta.
Well, I think you know where I'm heading with all this.
I want a Spyder!!
My real question is what do I need??
Sport, touring, twin, triple?
I'm kind of lost but know I want to tool around town
Take some long rides
Enjoy the mountains
I'd love to get some help narrowing the field.
Suggestions or ideas very WELCOME.
Thanks
Al

I finally got my 2012 RS, btw, I live in Saratoga! So close. I have a love affair with my Spyder, being Canadian and all. The best thing is to take a test ride. The dealership in Livermore does test rides but you should call to see if someone is available to take you out. That's the closest that does service, and they're kind of douchebags, so it really helps if you can work on it yourself. The Spyder is a unique beast, kind of temperamental, but too much fun! Completely different from a 2 wheeler, the first time I went around a corner I thought I was gonna fly off! But now I zip around pretty good. If you plan on taking your wife, the RS is kind of uncomfortable for the passenger without a backrest.
let me know if you have any questions

 

[Ph2ocraft]

I finally got my 2012 RS, btw, I live in Saratoga! So close. I have a love affair with my Spyder, being Canadian and all. The best thing is to take a test ride. The dealership in Livermore does test rides but you should call to see if someone is available to take you out. That's the closest that does service, and they're kind of douchebags, so it really helps if you can work on it yourself. The Spyder is a unique beast, kind of temperamental, but too much fun! Completely different from a 2 wheeler, the first time I went around a corner I thought I was gonna fly off! But now I zip around pretty good. If you plan on taking your wife, the RS is kind of uncomfortable for the passenger without a backrest.
let me know if you have any questions

Good to know somebody local!!
Ive actually decided on an F3-S or T
i was settled on a T until I found a helmet doesn't fit in the rear bags.
I think I'd rather purchase an S and install my own bags (that fit a helmet) and fairing (even if it's oem to the T model).
I can at that point have somebody set up some shock for me
PS The new guys in San Jose let you test ride.