Thinking about getting an F3

[Alexpoly]

Hello all,

Middle-aged guy with a wife that doesn't want him to ride two wheels here. I've been by the local dealership and sat on the various models to see which one "felt" best and the f3 is the winner. Now here it gets interesting, I'd like to go on a test drive but they said that their insurance prohibits them from offering them except during the can-am dealer days.

What do i do? I want to try it out before making a true decision. Advice would be appreciated.

 

[ARtraveler]

Hello all,

Middle-aged guy with a wife that doesn't want him to ride two wheels here. I've been by the local dealership and sat on the various models to see which one "felt" best and the f3 is the winner. Now here it gets interesting, I'd like to go on a test drive but they said that their insurance prohibits them from offering them except during the can-am dealer days.

What do i do? I want to try it out before making a true decision. Advice would be appreciated.

:congrats: on thinking about an F3. The insurance statement is a bunch of BS. The dealer don't want to allow test rides. Find one that does would be my advice.

 

[loisk]

You have choices
1 go to another dealer
2 call their bluff - flash some cash but Absolutely Refuse to hand it over until you have had a long test ride
3 go to another dealer - if that is their rigid attitude when selling, imagine how horrid they will be when servicing or problem solving?

The difference between a happy or horrid Spyder experience is IMO the dealer, so my suggestion is to research dealers nearby as much as you research the spyder.

Dont overlook any slightly used models either! Maybe some on this site?

May I also suggest you add a passenger backrest? Essential for pillion...

 

[Chupaca]

No such thing...

Look for another dealer is your best move...:thumbup:

 

[jwsmoothe]

Do you have a motorcycle license? When I was shopping for my F3, no dealer allowed test drives without one. If you don't, I would recommend taking the motorcyle safety course (MSF).

2015 F3S. Farkles: Route 129 shield, passenger backrest, Lidlox, cup holder

 

[Alexpoly]

Do you have a motorcycle license? When I was shopping for my F3, no dealer allowed test drives without one. If you don't, I would recommend taking the motorcyle safety course (MSF).

2015 F3S. Farkles: Route 129 shield, passenger backrest, Lidlox, cup holder

That sounds like the answer.

 

[PrairieSpyder]

I agree that the insurance thing is BS - if you have a motorcycle endorsement. If you do, then find another dealer and never go near this one again. If you don't, then take the MSF course and then go shopping again.