Video from Motorcycle show on the Spyders hosted by Fred Rau & Mickey Fisher

[Littlebadwolf]

Saw this on Facebook...Don't know if everybody's seen it.....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3wcKT0wV9k&feature=youtu.be

 

[harrypottar]

Thanks for posting, had not seen this, cool

harry

 

[Hberninger]

Thanks for posting the video. I'm looking forward to going to the International Motorcycle Show in Cleveland in a couple of weeks. I hope Can-Am has a good display there.

 

[MarkLawson]

"...there are people who may be older, who got to a point where they felt like, um, they-they weren't feeling safe on two wheels. They thought maybe they'll never ride again..."

I'm not certain those are the best choice of words to promote the Spyder. Keeping the 'Spyder riders are too old or infirm for two wheels' image in front of the public.

 

[Bryk]

"...there are people who may be older, who got to a point where they felt like, um, they-they weren't feeling safe on two wheels. They thought maybe they'll never ride again..."

I'm not certain those are the best choice of words to promote the Spyder. Keeping the 'Spyder riders are too old or infirm for two wheels' image in front of the public.

I think after giving me a season to ride the new ST, they should hire me to do videos for them. Help appeal to the younger crowd. I know in these tough times younger guys typically aren't able to afford one. However, why not at least try to appeal/market to me? This kind of advertising is alienating.

I bought the ST for a few different reasons.

1. I like unique rides, I don't like to follow what everyone else is doing.

2. I've owned a sporty standard (650R Ninja), and tried a Victory Cross Country Tour (large 2 up tourer). I want the best of both. If these can really outcorner cruisers, have the driver and passenger comfort for the long haul, then this is exactly what I am looking for.

3. Take out the part of motorcycling I don't like (having to worry about loose gravel roads (from going down), metal bridges, sand/leaves on a turn, stopping 2 up all day with a passenger and gear on a trip (tiring), etc.

4. Big enough of an aftermarket already to customize how I want it. With the Corbin saddlebags/trunk (additional storage how I want it), highway pegs, belt guard, skid plate, heated grips, GPS integrated with the bike to announce over the speakers along with my music, backrest, I am estatic just looking to owning the finished product.

I am looking forward to owning the ST. I believe it will be a bit more relaxing on the parts that riders don't like about motorcycles. I'm the type to ride in the rain, ride all season until there is salt on the roads. My other vehicle is an AWD Honda Ridgeline sport utility truck that to me is the perfect complementing vehicle for when I need it, but the Spyder is going to be my main commuter, my weekend day rider, my trip taker.

I believe a lot of motorcycle riders try too much have that rider image, but then they don't ride that often for x, y or z reason which are all legitimate(physical comfort, mental comfort, fatigue, not liking to ride in the rain). Motorcycles aren't seen, aren't as safe, etc. I look forward to having the larger profile, the yellow ST visibility, but still have that open ride, the handlebar control.

I typically lead when riding with my group, with my brother being the sweeper. It works out pretty well, I think now it will work out even better. With the GPS integration giving directions, and with me being ahead I can tell the group over our G4 headsets if there is an obstacle approaching in our way giving them additional time to react, etc.


I'm 28, I love motorcycling, and I am pretty confident I will enjoy riding my Roadster even more.

 

[MickeyFisher]

"...there are people who may be older, who got to a point where they felt like, um, they-they weren't feeling safe on two wheels. They thought maybe they'll never ride again..."

I'm not certain those are the best choice of words to promote the Spyder. Keeping the 'Spyder riders are too old or infirm for two wheels' image in front of the public.

I was vamping to try to find the right words, and there was probably a better way to say it. But the reality is, thats still part of the appeal for a large segment of buyers. It's just the truth. This was filmed after I'd been at the show for an hour or two and I'd already talked to at least a dozen people who said those exact words.

I agree, I don't think it should be the thrust of ALL their marketing. And, it's not...think about the tv commercials you see for the Spyder, they're all fit, trim, active looking people in their 30's/40's who are riding.

 

[JkRbbt]

HEY! I resemble that remark!

I recently traded my BMW RT. Great bike, but it was a lot more capable than I was. Not that I didn't enjoy it, but once I rode the Spyder, I felt so much more relaxed. I love the back roads and have scared myself more than once on gravel or bovine exhaust :shocked:! Detours have caused me more than a little angst from time to time. And last summer I rode behind a buddy on a H/D Triglide. He was a lot more relaxed at inclined stops, in traffic, in parking lots, and when he backed in to a parking spot at a cafe while I was on my tip toes in gravel, I thought maybe he was on to something. Call me "old" but I truly plan to enjoy my 3 wheels!

Impatiently waiting for my 2013 RT and spring,

Loren

 

[Lamonster]

I was vamping to try to find the right words, and there was probably a better way to say it. But the reality is, thats still part of the appeal for a large segment of buyers. It's just the truth. This was filmed after I'd been at the show for an hour or two and I'd already talked to at least a dozen people who said those exact words.

I agree, I don't think it should be the thrust of ALL their marketing. And, it's not...think about the tv commercials you see for the Spyder, they're all fit, trim, active looking people in their 30's/40's who are riding.

I know what's it's like Bro, sometimes the words don't come out exactly like you would have liked them to. :doorag:

When I wrote this I had the idea that this is not just for those who can't hold up a bike anymore even though it serves that purpose too.
http://spyder.brp.com/blog/post-details?PostID=cd79bd09-c97b-4d61-973b-a10301095b61

 

[ARtraveler]

Nice video. :thumbup: