The new 2013 Spyder RT ST and RS

[docdoru]

ST 2013

1. Brembo brakes: performance bike racing, in the Ferrari and Maserati cars too.
2. Front fenders: suspiciously looks like Vertika front fenders.
3. Front suspension: better than Elka 5's? A long test ride must be schedule.
4. Akrapovic exhaust: high performance.
5. Mirrors: nice design.
5. Seat: not important.
5. Windshield: not important.

 

[ViperWolf]

a few ST questions

Can anyone comment on real life availablity, meaning when can I see one at my Nashville dealer, and potentially drive away on it?

Also wondering with BRP accessories, how close can I get a ST-S to a ST-Limited.

My budget can swing the ST-S, but would like the radio/ipod, Zumo and saddlebags to be added on later, a little at a time.

Thanks

 

[Dragonrider]

Nothing in the 2013's would cause me to pop my checkbook out. My warranty is good until 2015….

 

[MidLifeCrisis]

I don't see anything mentioned regarding heat management. The convection oven ports, top and bottom appear the same from the pics. If the right port really has a grill for 2013, it would seem BRP has provided a good marshmellow stick holder.:gaah:

Good to see the much needed suspension improvements and adjustable side vents. Can't wait to add on what I can, or get the Elkas, sway bar and now 15" wheels and call it a day.

 

[Jeriatric]

I don't see anything mentioned regarding heat management. The convection oven ports, top and bottom appear the same from the pics. If the right port really has a grill for 2013, it would seem BRP has provided a good marshmellow stick holder.:gaah:

Good to see the much needed suspension improvements and adjustable side vents. Can't wait to add on what I can, or get the Elkas, sway bar and now 15" wheels and call it a day.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?44617-Burning-question&p=519700#post519700

 

[MidLifeCrisis]

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?44617-Burning-question&p=519700#post519700

Oops! I should stop working and keep up with the posts. Hadn't seen the other thread yet. Thanks.

 

[Jeriatric]

Oops! I should stop working and keep up with the posts. Hadn't seen the other thread yet. Thanks.

:lecturef_smilie: Don't stop working :joke:

 

[Kratos]

I like the ST. If I had waited on buying the 12, I probably would have gotten the ST.

 

[jmcbow]

I'm looking forward to seeing the new models at the bike show in February.

 

[Fire Bike]

Interchangeable parts

Hmmm... makes me wonder if any of those black 2013 parts will be interchangeable to a 2012. Wheels, peg mount casting etc?

Have been considering blacking out those areas on my RT-s :dontknow:

 

[Bob Denman]

15" wheels... Probably to make room for the bigger discs and new Brembos! :thumbup:
There might be some issues; but nothing that a wheelbarrow-full of cash couldn't solve! :shocked: nojoke

 

[Tin Man]

Can the newly designed suspension be put on the existing RT's???

 

[Bob Denman]

:dontknow: There were some frame changes made'm just not sure what they were... :dontknow:

 

[Tin Man]

Let me explain it like this. As you get older you tend to move toward Florida as your final resting place. The RT is like moving to Florida and the ST is for those who are not quite ready for their final resting spot. :joke:

Dam, I bought the Wrong Machine:gaah:

 

[johnwinslow]

i have done a lot to my 2011 RTS, but when i sit on the seat(Ultimate) and look down the road, all i really want is reliability, good mileage, music, handling, and Power. it looks like the handling has been addressed, the music was already great, so 2016 should give them enough time. perfect timing!!! when did you say they are going to anounce the 2016 product line ?

 

[ragoo879]

Just going to wait..

I'm going to wait until the Demo Tour comes to town to make any choices.

 

[fastfraser]

EH !:dontknow: I'll hold off on comment until I've seen/rode one. Wish list for 2014 toploading rear bags and 1200cc :thumbup:

 

[NancysToy]

EH !:dontknow: I'll hold off on comment until I've seen/rode one. Wish list for 2014 toploading rear bags and 1200cc :thumbup:

I'll respectfully cancel part of your vote. I wouldn't buy a machine with top-loading bags...or footboards as standard equipment. There are two sides to every story.

 

[Bob Denman]

Scotty,
Why no "toploaders"? :dontknow:

 

[NancysToy]

Scotty,
Why no "toploaders"? :dontknow:

I have never liked them. Limited access to contents, and you can't remove something from the bottom without turning everything inside-out or removing half of it from the bag.