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Question about F3 versus RT acceleration
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ottawa-rider
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I seem to remember that the F3 is geared lower for faster acceleration, I believe it was said that it has one more cog to the rear sprocket.
JayBros
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You really have to take long test rides on both Spyders to see which fits YOUR riding preference. I was very impressed with the fun factor of the F3 but the Tupperware on it hits me right in the knees which, even with padded riding pants, made it less comfortable FOR ME than my RT.
Bob Denman
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Having suffered through a test of acceleration: the F3 will eat the RT's lunch, and leave the dirty napkin stuck in the RT's storage... :gaah:
The RT weighs more the rider sits higher than the F3 handling wise they are two different animals as suggested you need to ride them both for yourself to make up your mind.
Yeah.... unless the RT's had the ECU Xtreme Upgrade done, in which case the F3 won't even get to see the RT's lunch before said RT with it's lunch intact is already two States over & still accelerating away hard!!
hyea: hyea: But you're right, in stock condition & tune, any RT is pushing a whole lot more dirty air than an F3!! But even bog stock, it doesn't really matter if it's an RT or an F3, they'll still accelerate more'n fast enough to give you an ear to ear grin as you leave pretty much all the cages behind! :2thumbs:
Take them both for a test ryde, and choose the one that suits YOU the most! :thumbup:
KX5062
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Correct. The F3 is geared down via a larger rear sprocket, except it's 10 teeth, not 1. The F3L, however, has the same rear sprocket as the RT.
https://www.cheapcycleparts.com/oemparts/a/cam/567452f887a8660fdc44d899/drive-system-rear
https://www.cheapcycleparts.com/oemparts/a/cam/567452fa87a8660fdc44d8a2/drive-system-rear
blacklightning
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Unless you are lucky enough to get a 2016 F3L. That year model did not get the truck, but it does have the same size sprocket as the F3T , F3S, and F3.
Jarred
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If acceleration is the goal... Ryker hands down! Lol. But I’d never get rid of my RT, that machine meets all my goals. I ride w F3’s and don’t have problems keeping up, BajaRon helped w that. The funny thing is, before I purchased my RT I called Can Am to ask the difference. I was told seating position is only difference, same machine. But reading comments above, looks like difference is much more than seating. Hope you love your choice as much as I do.
grumpyoldretiredcop
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I rode an RT before buying the F3T, the seat of my pants couldn't tell the difference in acceleration. I wound up choosing the F3T only because the RT hurt me to sit on (thanks, arthritic hips!).
PMK
Active member
I often refer to an RT as a station wagon. The F3 is a couple hundred pounds lighter and some models do use a larger rear pulley that will help make it accellerate more quickly.
Then again, there are some of these RT station wagons that are no doubt sleepers, kind of like this video.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OFp_-nprXAk
I used to call my RT a Station Wagon: when comparing it to a 2008 GS. I referred to that bike as a Mustang! :thumbup:
Then again, there are some of these RT station wagons that are no doubt sleepers, kind of like this video.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OFp_-nprXAk
I used to call my RT a Station Wagon: when comparing it to a 2008 GS. I referred to that bike as a Mustang! :thumbup:
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Heard that!. Too many years working on concrete floors on a loading dock
johnsimion
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I agree. Part of the Tupperware on the F3 sticks out right where my knees are and it would be very uncomfortable in a ride of more than a few minutes. This may only affect tall people (I have a 34" inseam).
As for acceleration, why is it even important that the F3 may be a little faster than an RT? It's the ride that's fun, not the statistics. My bone-stock RT easily outpaces all the cars at intersections without even trying. On the highway, I can drop down a gear or two and pass easily. I can cruise easily at 80 and if I went much faster, I'd just get a speeding ticket. Sooooo ... what difference would a second or two of additional acceleration really make? Both the RT and F3 are great. Forget the statistics and buy whichever model fits you better and is more enjoyable in normal riding ... like Chupaca said, it's mostly about comfort, storage and distance.
ARtraveler
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I was never one of those one second faster type persons. Fun to read about, but for me not going to make a difference on what I buy.
I look at the whole package not just one item of it.
I look at the whole package not just one item of it.
canamjhb
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The F6B is what I consider the cruiser model of the Goldwing. The F3 is more like a cruiser model of Spyder than the RT. I came from a touring Goldwing to an RTL (touring) Spyder. My riding is mostly touring and I have the right bike for me. If your riding is mostly cruising then the F3 most likely will suit you better if it is comfortable for you. As far as acceleration is concerned, I will probably do an ECU modification when my warranty expires next May. I do this only to allow more spirited performance when pulling my trailer while touring. Otherwise, the stock RTL has more than enough acceleration to get the attention of those who flash blue lights..... Jim
I am the OP. I asked the question because I rode an older RT (2010) and it seemed sluggish. The tension in the throttle was much more than my F6B or the Ninja 1000 that I still own. It was not fun to ride. I know it has the smaller engine, and it may just have been this particular bike, but I wanted to know in general if the F3 is more spirited.
I am a Shriner and rode lots of Harley motorcycles. Rented and owned Harley trikes, converted and factory built. Nice shiny chrome plated log trucks. Now on my fourth Spyder RTL: all Corvettes with handlebars ��. Loved all of them. Shattered my right elbow last January so haven’t done much since but plan on a great 2019! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF YOU ��
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