they couldn't keep up

[PistonBlown]

What's the fastest stock Spyder model? Not only straight line performance but also twisty road handling.

RSS SM5? F3S Daytona 500?

On the tests I did against a standard F3 a pre-2013 RS SM the RS was faster, I've published my test figures in another thread (which I can't find at the moment). The circuit I used was quite bendy but with a few straights on it. the F3 was completely stock while the RS had non-stock rear tire and a sway bar. It was the corners that were the undoing of the F3. Not tried a standard Daytona.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

WELLLLLLL NOW THAT YOU MENTION IT

I didn't realise star signs made such a difference, Mike. I'm a PISCES, and I never learned my cruiser was faster than almost any motorcycle in the twisties. You LEOs must be special people hyea:

Pete

I don't know if you are pulling my leg on this but to clarify .... LEO = law enforcement officer ..... leo cruiser = police vehicle .... leo's are very, very special people :thumbup: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:................... Mike :thumbup:...................and I am also a Pisces

 

[RinconRyder]

I admittedly don't have maximum hours on my RTL yet but from what I have experienced so far I could outrun it easily on my old Wing and without any effort at all on my old Bandit. Except for turns with gravel or sand either bike could outrun the Spyder and on the straights it would be no contest at all. I really doubt the other Spyders are that much better in the turns or in pure acceleration.

I didn't buy the Spyder for performance but rather as a tourer that my wife could operate (and she can). Comparisons between the Spyder and most big displacement bikes is apples and oranges.

 

[crazycanuck]

Some interesting posts hereopcorn:

 

[canamjhb]

I admittedly don't have maximum hours on my RTL yet but from what I have experienced so far I could outrun it easily on my old Wing and without any effort at all on my old Bandit. Except for turns with gravel or sand either bike could outrun the Spyder and on the straights it would be no contest at all. I really doubt the other Spyders are that much better in the turns or in pure acceleration.

I didn't buy the Spyder for performance but rather as a tourer that my wife could operate (and she can). Comparisons between the Spyder and most big displacement bikes is apples and oranges.

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But I rode a Wing for over 25 years and it was like putting on an old comfortable glove when I got into the saddle. Maybe riding the Spyder will be just as comfortable after I get into the comfort zone..... But for now, I know I can outride myself on a wing as compared to the Spyder.

 

[BoilerAnimal]

By canamjhb:

But I rode a Wing for over 25 years and it was like putting on an old comfortable glove when I got into the saddle. Maybe riding the Spyder will be just as comfortable after I get into the comfort zone..... But for now, I know I can outride myself on a wing as compared to the Spyder.[QUOTE]

My wife and I have over 8500 miles on our Spyder. It became "like putting on a comfortable old glove" after we got squared away last month. It was a great ride and we loved it before but the difference getting it squared away by Joe and Ann made turned it into a true love affair!

 

[SteveP]

Keep practicing

I have yet to figure out the twisties.

I need a instructor.

I always fill like im going to drift off the highway.

going straight. Love It.

Justacruisin

The more you Ryde , the better you will get . Don't push past where you feel comfortable but a little experimentation can be fun

 

[Navy9]

Justacruisin, Before you spend a thousand bucks on laser alignment , sway bars, shocks, tires and go fast voo-doo dolls, spend a couple of hundred on gas for the beast. Then put on a few thousand miles.

Last September I went out west (Colorado, Utah etc.) with two other guys. I was on my Harley another guy had a Gold Wing and then there was the guy on a new RT/L. 6,600 miles later the guy on the RT was smokin' me in the turns on the Cherohala Skyway. In December I bought a new RT/S. 3,000 miles later I was real comfortable on the RT. I'm now over 6,000 and way faster than on the Harley, which is now a solo ride.


Miles make smiles.

Thanks Jimmy

 

[Road-Kill]

I would not call the Spyder a twisties bike but with the BajaRon sway bar I keep my end up when the road snakes.

 

[cmbspyderrss]

Great stories and fun to read.

I live in SoCal and we like some out there have some pretty insane roads. A place called Palomar Mountain is the favorite for the knee draggers. I used to own a HD Dyna FXDX with peg delete, some stickies and motor work. The knee draggers would get pissed at my HD keeping up. I will admit I personally think I am beginner to maybe novice rider so they more than likely were just as experienced as me even though they had $5k worth of storm trooper one zee's on and $20k bikes.

anyway that was years ago and I am older so I just got a RSS to slow me down but still put a crooked face on the fast guys. So far it has been insanely fun and I have a lot to unlearn from 2 wheels and learn for 3 wheels.

 

[canamjhb]

Well, I'm sure learning a lot from this forum. Lean into the corner, weight on outside foot, look through the corner, keep a light touch on the grips...... I can't wait to judiciously practice my riding technique. Next week, my wife, on my old Goldwing, another couple on their 2015 RTL, and my self on my 2014 RTL are starting our 4000-5000 mile 4 week tour of the west. I have a little over 1500 miles on the Spyder but still feel there is much to learn. I have a few hundred thousand miles on two wheels and hope to feel as comfortable on three wheels after a few thousand more miles.

 

[dndfindley]

The Spyder has a reputation of being a dog in the twisties in some circles. Some are surprised when a Spyder can just keep up. It blows their socks off when they can't keep up. I love it!

It all comes from people who don't know anything about the Spyder passing on bad information from people talking smack about it. I'm glad you got the chance to educate some non-believers.

My brother has a Yamaha FJR. He was pretty upset when I got my Spyder saying it's an 'Old Man's Ride'. First he wanted to drag race (which he won). Then he took me through some pretty tight and winding roads near his home in Atascadero, CA. Roads he knew like the back of his hand, and I had never seen. I had not put that many miles on my prototype sway bar so I was still trying to find out what the limits were and what happened when the limits were reached and exceeded. So I was not yet at 100% with it. When we were done with the circuit, his only comment was that it was really scary to glance in his mirror and see the huge Spyder front end right on his tail. I took it as a complement! :thumbup:

Sorry to burst your bubble but a Spyder does not stand a chance against a Yamaha FJR 1300 ridden by an experienced rider.

 

[fjray]

Sorry to burst your bubble but a Spyder does not stand a chance against a Yamaha FJR 1300 ridden by an experienced rider.

I have to agree. I owned the FJR and the Spyder at the same time and found that I couldn't carry the corner speeds on the spyder that the FJR did with ease. The spyder is a good machine and before you folks get your panties in a twistI tried all the recomended riding styles, tire pressures, new car tires, and sway bar. I enjoyed my 15k on the spyder but am more comfortable on two wheels. Let the flames begin.

 

[HayRog]

I have to agree. I owned the FJR and the Spyder at the same time and found that I couldn't carry the corner speeds on the spyder that the FJR did with ease. The spyder is a good machine and before you folks get your panties in a twistI tried all the recomended riding styles, tire pressures, new car tires, and sway bar. I enjoyed my 15k on the spyder but am more comfortable on two wheels. Let the flames begin.

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It's all down to the rider and experience.

Gotta say I do love the Spyder though. Perfect for me at this time and keeps me with the wind on my face

 

[crazycanuck]

I have to agree. I owned the FJR and the Spyder at the same time and found that I couldn't carry the corner speeds on the spyder that the FJR did with ease. The spyder is a good machine and before you folks get your panties in a twistI tried all the recomended riding styles, tire pressures, new car tires, and sway bar. I enjoyed my 15k on the spyder but am more comfortable on two wheels. Let the flames begin.

:yikes: say it aint so

I prefer 2 over 3 and no a spyder cant keep up in twisties when a experienced rider is on 2 wheels. I am just here so I don't get fined....relax

 

[the2pid1]

I think the older 2008-2009 models had the best weight to power. The GS riding position is also better for handling. The newer the Spyder the more cruiser like.

 

[asp125]

Sorry to burst your bubble but a Spyder does not stand a chance against a Yamaha FJR 1300 ridden by an experienced rider.

Truth! I know a guy. Ex-road racer and a bit of a maniac, bought an FJR for his touring ride. One time down a canyon, he is knee on the ground, his (very trusting) wife on the back. :yikes: