Suggested Spyder Model / Model Year

[blacklightning]

I just purchased a 2014 spyder RT. I consider myself new to the riding game. I have been riding motorcycles for 8 years, and owned 10 different bikes in that time. My first experience with a spyder was a 3 mile test ride on a 2013 RT. I was impressed, but not ready to buy. They my good friend purchased a 2014 RT and let me ride it for about 30 miles. I was a little nervous for about the first 5 miles, because I was gripping too tight. After I learned to relax, I was spoiled, and in love. Once I decided to purchased, I considered the ST, being that most of my riding would be single. I like the looks, but it had my feet in a more ackward position. I seemed to be a lot more comfortable on the RT, so I decided to purchase it for the better (to me) riding position. I also chose the RT, with hopes that I can convince the wife to ride with me and enjoy the sport that I enjoys so much. I will let you know if that comes to pass.
PS, I also chose the RT since i am slowing down and don't drive as agressively as I used too. If I decide to do some more of that type of riding, I will purchase another 2 wheeled beast.

 

[n1njazx7]

I have a 2013 RT Limited. I have right at 4000 miles on it so far with zero problems. Wife and I would like to go in a different direction. I would sell it for $18,000. I have added a luggage rack and highway pegs. I not that far from you as I live in Louisville, Ky.

 

[Bob Denman]

I must be getting cranky in my Old Age.. :shocked:
This almost sounds like someone trying to "stir the pot", with ignorance...
I HOPE that I'm wrong.
If I am; I'll apologize right now to the O.P.
You didn't give us much to work with, and you asked a lot of questions, that are pretty dependent upon us having more information... :dontknow:

 

[PrairieSpyder]

I just purchased a 2014 spyder RT. I consider myself new to the riding game. I have been riding motorcycles for 8 years, and owned 10 different bikes in that time. My first experience with a spyder was a 3 mile test ride on a 2013 RT. I was impressed, but not ready to buy. They my good friend purchased a 2014 RT and let me ride it for about 30 miles. I was a little nervous for about the first 5 miles, because I was gripping too tight. After I learned to relax, I was spoiled, and in love. Once I decided to purchased, I considered the ST, being that most of my riding would be single. I like the looks, but it had my feet in a more ackward position. I seemed to be a lot more comfortable on the RT, so I decided to purchase it for the better (to me) riding position. I also chose the RT, with hopes that I can convince the wife to ride with me and enjoy the sport that I enjoys so much. I will let you know if that comes to pass.
PS, I also chose the RT since i am slowing down and don't drive as agressively as I used too. If I decide to do some more of that type of riding, I will purchase another 2 wheeled beast.

:congrats:

 

[WackyDan]

Depends on if you are looking for used or new.

There are a lot of well sorted out 08/09/10 GS/RS models out there with aftermarket comfort and bags added that have a good maintenance history and decent mileage.

First you have to determine whether you want an RS/ST/RT/ or F3 in order to narrow your search down.

*My GS might be for sale soon.

 

[Bob Denman]

Dan,
What have you got in the works?? :thumbup: