Spyder RS with the Touring Package

[SpyderGirl]

Just buy the RT. It will cost many folks to much money to get the RS to have an RT ryde. Buying the RT will save a lot of hours modifying and testing to get the items best suited for your needs.

As an original Spyder owner I have a GS because that was all that was available at the time. By the time the RT came out I had already spent about $5K - $7K in extras to make it the touring machine it is now... for that money I could have bought a RT.

On the other hand, I prefer the sportiness of my GS... something the RT seems to lack IMO. If I had to do it again and the RT was available... I'd still get the GS (RS).

Either way, you'll love it.

Happy Spydering!!!

 

[tofriendscreek]

For the pep, splash and dash, I went with the RS andhave never regretted it. I've ridden an RT some, but really, really like the feel of the RS much, much better. I installed Kewlmetal adjustable risers, seal floorboards and I,'mpretty much sitting upright. Added my "little spyder web" rear rack and side tank and saddlebags from Roadgear and I can haul a tone of stuff in complete and controllable comfort.
Each to their own, thus the choices in the marketplace. But for me it's RS all the way.

 

[Questions]

Thank you Everyone for all the input. I have a tough decsion ahead of me but either way I go it will be the right one becasue I will own a Spyder.

 

[Lunar Rover]

Trying to get some opionons on this. I love the looks of the RS but the RT seems to be more relaxed and comfortable. What I am wanting to know if there is anyone out here has an RS with the Touring package and if the comfort seat and handlebar risers make it more comfortable. Please Advise.:chat:

I have no problem with the comfort seat or the handlebar risers, in fact my set up is quite comfortable. The biggest problem for me has been a tall enough windshield. I am currently having success with the Robo-brackets however the windshield I'm using is a dark smoke and is a distraction because of where it has to sit in front of me. I will have to get a clear windshield but once I do my problem will be solved completely.

However, you will never be able to make an RS a substitute for an RT and vice versa IMO. The RT is more comfortable and always will be. The RS has more get up and go and always will. I suppose it comes down to what's more important to you.

Good luck.

Geoff.