Out of Sight, Out of Mind

[michaels cycle]

I was going to post this in the RT section, but after thinking about my question, and seeing the Spyders were in production a couple years now, who would be more qualified then posting it here.

This question might sound a little strange, mainly because I'm not the type of person/rider that draws attention to myself, so here goes........

How do you Spyder owners/riders keep the general public at bay when parking your :f_spider: and leaving it alone without drawing a crowd of gawkers.

Now I'm not the unsocialable type, just want to get on my way without holding a question and answer seminar at ever stop with people admiring my ride in the middle of some parking lot.

Thanks in Advance

 

[BeRight]

I find it most pleasurable to discuss motorcycles/spyder with anyone, anywhere and at anytime.

If you want to be somewhat caring, then you might consider just referring them to spyderlovers.com (hand a card, or pre-printed note) and say I am sorry but I have to run.

 

[mike3069]

I hand them one of those fancy little fold out cards I got @ Lamonsters BBQ!

 

[BajaRon]

I ride with Lamont so they don't even notice that I have a Spyder. Sitting next to his floor show machine I am invisible! :yes:

When I'm by myself I just don't stop. If I do then I suffer the same fate as the rest of you. :helpsmilie:

 

[Some Guy]

I hand them one of those fancy little fold out cards I got @ Lamonsters BBQ!

Cards?! I don't remember cards! I must have eaten them along with that awesome BBQ! :yikes: and BBQ was :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:

 

[Smylinacha]

Park it, walk away quick, enough for it to be in sight and just kick back in your own little world!:2thumbs: Normally when we're out, I let Roaddog explain it all:thumbup:. I do keep dealer cards so if I feel like talking, I'll hand those out.

 

[SpyderGirl]

If you want to avoid the crowd, try scoping out the area before you park and leave quickly. Having cards handy helps too. I've had my Spyder nearly two years now and still get about the same attention as I did on day one. I'm used to it.

 

[draboo]

After I get off, I take my helmet and smash it on the pavement, call my Spyder every name in the book, and watch people run for their vehicles. Only had the cops called one time, because there was a HD rider present with a cell phone and thought I was his wife's ex.





















































LAWL:joke:

 

[SpyderWolf]

This is something that I think all of face continually, and you basically have to get used to it. It is to the point where I now allocate extra time to get to our destination just in case we find it hard to get away from a gas stop.

Someone did post on here where they had the tank bag, and in the see through map pouch they put something called "What is it?" It basically gave a short synopsis of what the Spyder is. That way when he was not around the bike and people came to look at it, the card would answer their questions. That may be a good way to go for you as well.

 

[WackyDan]

I enjoy the interaction with most gawkers. When I'm in a hurry, I act like it and most people pick up that I'm trying to get somewhere and leave me alone.

 

[bone crusher]

I enjoy the interaction with most gawkers. When I'm in a hurry, I act like it and most people pick up that I'm trying to get somewhere and leave me alone.

:agree: I'm on the bike to ride, not talk...however, it is fun to address some questions, at times...

 

[NancysToy]

If you don't want to be a rock star, don't ride a Spyder! Seriously, smile, be polite, talk if you want, or say "Excuse me, I have to hurry," if you don't. The attention now is less than it was when we started riding our PE in 2008, but it still interests a lot of people. There is no good way to get around it.

BTW, from my RT test ride, I would say fewer people noticed the RT, or at least fewer did double takes. Maybe it's the black, maybe it's the more conventioanl appearance, but fewer people seemed to stare.

 

[adohring]

It must be related to where you live. I am in San Diego and I actually get very few questions. Occasionally someone will ask about it at the gas station or super market but actually very rarely. I just assumed more and more were being seen so they dont have the same "What is that" flare.

Honestly I wouldnt worry about it. You can always look like youre in a hurry and people will just keep quiet.

 

[DarkSage]

Honestly, I enjoy answering questions about my bike when I stop places. Actually, that's part of the fun!

I've found, if I really do need to get going, doing something subtle like putting on and tightening your helmet and gloves. Most people will get the hint and will wrap up the conversation.

 

[truck 85]

Stoped for fule tonight and had a 5 min converson with a guy how dose it handle do you like it what milage dose it get? but at the end of the day you meet a lot of cool pepople I would have it no other way.

 

[Neez]

Actually, I think some of my riding buddies, who have chromed up 2 wheelers, are a bit envious of the attention my ryde draws ever time we stop.

 

[Trumpybob]

I was going to post this in the RT section, but after thinking about my question, and seeing the Spyders were in production a couple years now, who would be more qualified then posting it here.

This question might sound a little strange, mainly because I'm not the type of person/rider that draws attention to myself, so here goes........

How do you Spyder owners/riders keep the general public at bay when parking your :f_spider: and leaving it alone without drawing a crowd of gawkers.

Now I'm not the unsocialable type, just want to get on my way without holding a question and answer seminar at ever stop with people admiring my ride in the middle of some parking lot.

Thanks in Advance

I have reached the point where I allow another15/30 minutes, everytime I stop. Must admit it was easier when I was a smoker, just light up another ciggy, but I QUIT 6 months ago. Oh well, I'm retired so have plenty of time if people want to talk. I was surprised at first at the varied types of people that were curious about the Spyder, but not anymore.
Bob

 

[ArmyJoe]

How do you Spyder owners/riders keep the general public at bay when parking your :f_spider: and leaving it alone without drawing a crowd of gawkers.

Short answer - You can't.

Long Answer - I have never gone anywhere, execpt maybe the gas station, where someone hasn't stopped to ask me questions. I've even been followed to work and to my house by people wanting information about the Spyder. I find that getting back on the Spyder is easier than when arriving, since I can continue to gear-up as they're asking questions. Once the helmet is on, they usually get the hint and move on. If they apologize for keeping me, I usually reply that it's not a problem and that the Spyder is not a vehicle for introverts.

The absolute worst place was at Gettysburg battlefield. I think it's the kind of person that would go there (inquisitive, knowledge-seekers) just made getting around painful.

 

[Firefly]

I was going to post this in the RT section, but after thinking about my question, and seeing the Spyders were in production a couple years now, who would be more qualified then posting it here.

This question might sound a little strange, mainly because I'm not the type of person/rider that draws attention to myself, so here goes........

How do you Spyder owners/riders keep the general public at bay when parking your :f_spider: and leaving it alone without drawing a crowd of gawkers.

Now I'm not the unsocialable type, just want to get on my way without holding a question and answer seminar at ever stop with people admiring my ride in the middle of some parking lot.

Thanks in Advance

Never make direct eye-contact with them--- or you will lose 1/2 hour----and maybe your soul.:roflblack:

I don't get the stop and chat as much as I used to-- and I just keep it quick.

When gassing up--- pay at the pump and keep your helmet on-- if you're weating ear plugs you can't hear them very well anyway--- you can always point to your ear and tell them you can't hear them.

 

[SpyderGirl]

When gassing up--- pay at the pump and keep your helmet on-- if you're weating ear plugs you can't hear them very well anyway--- you can always point to your ear and tell them you can't hear them.

I do this too, usually helps pretty well. I don't mind talking to people about the Spyder... in fact I am responsible for at least three Spyder purchases I am aware of just by these conversations... HOWEVER, after almost 2 years of the questions (some of them really stupid ones too) I'm ready for a break.

Acutally, since getting back home from our cross-country trip at the end of September I've only ridden the Spyder twice... of course in my defense, she's been torn apart in my garage for a couple weeks now getting some cool new toys installed.

So get used to the attention or just never stop. :2thumbs: