Please allow me to introduce myself....

[oldgoat]

Hi all from Montreal,

Introducing myself so you'll know me when you see me.

Picked up my 2008 GS SM5 Premiere Edition #3068 with only 160km (100miles) on it last Thursday.

I test rode a GS SM5 in 2008, an RT SE5 last year & an RS SM5 last week. With my first ride I did not like it. With the second one I knew what to expect & enjoyed it more. Last week's ride was fun.

The one I have bought was originally purchased by a lady who rode it twice for a total of 160km then stored it in a heated garage. Last week she had the dealer from whom she bought it collect it & put it in the showroom as an accommodation or consignment sale.

I couldn't resist it!!

I'm a 72 year old grandad who just loves riding. I'm trading in my '06 Honda Silverwing maxi scooter as I have a hard time manoeuvring it around as I have a bum knee & a delicate lower back. I've had all sorts of bikes/scooters since 1957 ranging from a 125cc BSA Bantam when I lived in the UK to a Yamaha V-Max here in Montreal.

I'm somewhat apprehensive about my purchase & riding it, but I really hope it works out for me. I have purchased KewlMetal risers to give me a more upright sitting position & propose to get a taller screen (Givi or a BRP Touring-the shorter of the 2 they offer).

See you around

oldgoat

 

[Camdenlake]

Congrats. Thats quite the find. Give your self about a 500miles or so. I think thats what they say. I found less than 100miles did it for me. You will have some great times ahead.


Josh

 

[JJW SpyderRider]

:welcome::congrats:

 

[oldgoat]

Congrats. Thats quite the find. Give your self about a 500miles or so. I think thats what they say. I found less than 100miles did it for me. You will have some great times ahead.


Josh

It has 650km on it now with another 250 tomorrow. More relaxed each time I go out

 

[Derk]

You're going to love it. Good luck on your purchase, have lot's of fun, and drive safe.

 

[bikeguy]

Congrats and welcome. Hope you enjoy the new ride.

Cotton

 

[Camdenlake]

It has 650km on it now with another 250 tomorrow. More relaxed each time I go out

:clap:

 

[cyclelover63]

:welcome:......I was hooked after about ...ohhhh 1 mile!!!......

 

[SpyderAnn01]

:welcome: and enjoy the ride.

 

[NancysToy]

:welcome:

 

[harrypottar]

:congrats::welcome:

 

[d.o.spyder-rts]

:congrats:and:welcome:to the family. Dale

 

[J. Mark]

Welcome to the Spyder family!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Grandpa Spyder]

From one Grandpa to another congrats and welcome to the fun.:yes:

 

[GloryRyders]

:welcome: and :congrats: on your "new" :spyder:............ Ryde Safe!

 

[SpyderDon]

Another grandfather wishing you the best with your new toy....

 

[JKaye]

Old Goat

Congrats on your new toy . Your gonna love it and you will definitely enjoy this site . Just watch out for the pot holes , the bridges , the traffic and get out of the city .

Ride safe:clap:

 

[Bob Denman]

Welcome aboard! :2thumbs: hyea::yes:

 

[arntufun]

Good purchase you OLDGOAT !!!!! :thumbup: I Love your screen name !!!!!! :roflblack:

 

[oldgoat]

WOW, thanks all!

Beautiful cloudless morning. Made my lunch & heading south to the Can/US border then west through Quebec's apple growing region. Should be away 4-5 hrs.