Congrats! I am curious to see your impressions about the differences between the RT and the F3.
I figured after the first 300 miles of riding the new F3 I would get back to you on my thoughts regarding my impressions of the difference (RT Vs F3):
I do like that the F3 sits lower, and I find it hugs the road more precise than the RT.
The feeling of getting thrown off the bike one gets on the RT is not present on the F3. I do admit that with the RT, you do adapt and get used to it to where it no longer bothers you though.
The F3 doesn't have the same wind protection that the RT has, meaning you get a lot more of the wind on the sides so I need to make sure I am dressing for the air temps.
Both of the (older) RTs had the Baja Ron bar attached and my thoughts thus far are the F3 handles better (with factory bar) than the RT (with Baja Ron bar) did in the twisties, so I am not anticipating it needs the bar at this time. I am still staying open on this though, and will get a better feel once we get to riding in the Ozarks this season.
Gas mileage is night and day difference to the 998cc, at this time we are both getting high 30's and this is just on the second tank of gas so far!
Was expecting the OEM seat to become uncomfortable after an hour or so in the saddle but the last ride we had done, (2 hours) I was shocked I had no discomfort. Still out on whether I will get a comfort seat or not. I did put the BRP comfort seat on the new RT though (which interestingly stopped a lot of whining i was getting in my headset).
Overall, though I did like my RT which served me well for 6 years and 31K miles, I am glad I swapped to the F3 Ltd and am looking forward to our new adventures this upcoming season.
Take care and ride safe.
