crazycanuck
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what about the wife:shocked:
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The reason I chose a spyder
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what about the wife:shocked:
Bob Denman
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She doesn't like to be reminded of her mistakes... :roflblack:Which reminds me: I need to pick her up another bottle of wine! :thumbup:
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crazycanuck
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Which reminds me: I need to pick her up another bottle of wine! :thumbup:
I am now tasked with buying an RT:banghead:
Bob Denman
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:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:
:shocked:
Really??
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Really??
RinconRyder
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I began my motorcycling days back in the mid-50's - before standard controls were in place. My first bike, a Jawa, had the shifter on the right and foot brake on the left - the exact reversal of today's standard. Moving on to a host of British bikes where the foot controls were reversed left me occasionally pounding the brake when I really meant to shift gears. This tended to surprise the cars following me and led to some spirited horn honking.
I bought my RTL for the major purpose of having a ride that my 110 lb wife could control. She has had some experience with ATV's that shift manually but I would not call her 'experienced' in that she can lose track of what gear the ride is in with sometimes humorous outcomes. She hasn't taken her riding course yet so time will tell but I thought that paddle shifting, and automatic downshifting, would be to her benefit. Personally, I much prefer the standard manual shifting setup.
Interestingly, my car is an eight-speed automatic and hers is a six-speed stick.
I bought my RTL for the major purpose of having a ride that my 110 lb wife could control. She has had some experience with ATV's that shift manually but I would not call her 'experienced' in that she can lose track of what gear the ride is in with sometimes humorous outcomes. She hasn't taken her riding course yet so time will tell but I thought that paddle shifting, and automatic downshifting, would be to her benefit. Personally, I much prefer the standard manual shifting setup.
Interestingly, my car is an eight-speed automatic and hers is a six-speed stick.
I already Earned my endorsement at my last installation where I rode for a Honda Ruckus for a year. I just don't like having to use a clutch....Some people like apples, some people like bananas.
davehirst
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This is the first bike I ever had that was automatic (I Know, Semi automatic) but so far I love it. I still shift up and down, but no clutch. My first car was a Corvair with 3 on the floor. Then I got a Corvette with 4 on the floor. Through the years all my bikes were manual, and most of my cars including 2 other Corvettes were automatic. My buddies that drive Vettes all have sticks, but when in traffic, I just smile and drive. Don't worry about what others think, I guess if you did though, you wouldn't ride a Spyder, as they are certainly not the norm.
This is the first bike I ever had that was automatic (I Know, Semi automatic) but so far I love it. I still shift up and down, but no clutch. My first car was a Corvair with 3 on the floor. Then I got a Corvette with 4 on the floor. Through the years all my bikes were manual, and most of my cars including 2 other Corvettes were automatic. My buddies that drive Vettes all have sticks, but when in traffic, I just smile and drive. Don't worry about what others think, I guess if you did though, you wouldn't ride a Spyder, as they are certainly not the norm.
crazycanuck
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yes:shocked:
won't get on any two wheels, hates the comfort factor on RS. Took a trip out to Oregon wine country on an RT, big mistake. :gaah:
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I remember that first ride attempt back in 1964. I killed that Yamaha 80 (one lunger) over a half dozen times trying to drive it home from the dealer. The dealer saw my dilemma and came out and gave me some pre-instruction. After a couple hours practice, I got it.
My first "auto" was a 1976 Hondamatic 750. In its day, it was something else. Just snick it into drive (high or low range), turn the throttle and off you went. Sounded a bit like a jet winding up. I ended up not liking it because it was to easy to drive. Wish I had it now because it is somewhat of a "collector" item.
My first Spyder was an 08 GS manual. They did not have the semi auto available then. All my other spyders have been the SE version. I like em and do not miss the clutch. You pay about $1,500 extra but get it back at resale time. Manuals are not a hot item in the used market these days.
Ride your ride, and don't worry about what others may think. :yes:
My first "auto" was a 1976 Hondamatic 750. In its day, it was something else. Just snick it into drive (high or low range), turn the throttle and off you went. Sounded a bit like a jet winding up. I ended up not liking it because it was to easy to drive. Wish I had it now because it is somewhat of a "collector" item.
My first Spyder was an 08 GS manual. They did not have the semi auto available then. All my other spyders have been the SE version. I like em and do not miss the clutch. You pay about $1,500 extra but get it back at resale time. Manuals are not a hot item in the used market these days.
Ride your ride, and don't worry about what others may think. :yes:
CLUTCHING ISSUES
No you are not less of a MAN due to not being able to use a CLUTCH. I learned how to use a manual trans. driving tractors at a really young age, then you throw in a few HOT RODS in there for good measure and I finally GOT IT. This new generation of cars today does the driving for us any more and I don't think the basics are taught as much anymore unless you have a decent parent that takes the time to teach you. With possibly a bit of trial and error and maybe a drop or two all of a sudden it all comes together and it just happens and then it turns into a reflex and you will ask yourself "why this isn't so hard". Good luck and don't give up!
I have a question for all men. Am I less than a man because I have trouble learning how to use a clutch? I am currently going through the motorcycle safety course required by the military. I cannot for the life of me learn how to work the clutch on a motorcycle. I understand how the clutch works and how it removes the power from the rear wheel and how the shift lever works and the friction zone and everything but... trying to learn all of that while riding just is not working out for me. This is the whole reason why I got a spyder. I don't have to worry about no damn friction zone or remembering to downshift and holding the clutch. That's too much crap going on at one time for me. Call me lazy but I just like to keep things simple. I ain't got time for all that.:cus:
No you are not less of a MAN due to not being able to use a CLUTCH. I learned how to use a manual trans. driving tractors at a really young age, then you throw in a few HOT RODS in there for good measure and I finally GOT IT. This new generation of cars today does the driving for us any more and I don't think the basics are taught as much anymore unless you have a decent parent that takes the time to teach you. With possibly a bit of trial and error and maybe a drop or two all of a sudden it all comes together and it just happens and then it turns into a reflex and you will ask yourself "why this isn't so hard". Good luck and don't give up!
Bob Denman
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Well: you've got to keep your "Best-Half" happy! :thumbup:
(I hope that she appreciates your sacrifice... :shocked
Happy hunting; let us know what you find!
Bob Denman
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But you have to remember one thing... :shocked:
2Paw
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SO, what does Clint say? My personal opinion is if you have to ask, you need to just go ahead and turn in your card.
I have learned over the years not to worry what other people think about me, because 99% don't think about me, they are too busy thinking about themselves.nojokeBob Denman
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