SpyderSkeets
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Not yet. I only have <2000 miles on it and I'm not sure if I just need to get use to it stock or decide if the extra money spent for the sway bar and laser alignment is really worth it
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What about what you don't you like about the Spyder?
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Not yet. I only have <2000 miles on it and I'm not sure if I just need to get use to it stock or decide if the extra money spent for the sway bar and laser alignment is really worth it
RinconRyder
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(Not necessarily in priority order) - 2016 RTL SE6:
1. Too many unneeded bells and whistles (do we really need a digital AND analog speedometer?).
2. Switches need better separation (get that damn horn button away from the turn signal & put reverse button on right side).
3. RT seat not deep enough (tired of riding the glove box).
4. TWITCHY steering no matter how loose you hold the bars.
5. Brake placement could be better (why do I have to life my foot to brake?). Safety issue!
6. Why do I have to brake to shift into first gear? Engine revs would work as well.
7. Fix the brake fluid sensor - fluid level way too sensitive (a teaspoon? REALLY?).
8. Put factory drive belt guard on bike. A $30K machine should be able to be driven on gravel/unpaved roads.
9. OEM tires need to be much better.
10. Improved anti-sway bar.
11. Replace parking brake motor with manual cable.
12. Would much prefer frunk and seat latch lock/unlock be manual switch not connected to ignition key. Too easy to break key.
13. Fix windshield brackets so they don't crack/break when windshield lowered completely.
14. AND THE BIGGIE - Make dealer common maintenance MUCH less expensive. A $300-$500 new vehicle checkup is criminal.
I haven't yet needed to take the tupperware off this beast or I might have another dozen maintenance-related issues. From reading other's posts and manual the maintenance is too difficult.
1. Too many unneeded bells and whistles (do we really need a digital AND analog speedometer?).
2. Switches need better separation (get that damn horn button away from the turn signal & put reverse button on right side).
3. RT seat not deep enough (tired of riding the glove box).
4. TWITCHY steering no matter how loose you hold the bars.
5. Brake placement could be better (why do I have to life my foot to brake?). Safety issue!
6. Why do I have to brake to shift into first gear? Engine revs would work as well.
7. Fix the brake fluid sensor - fluid level way too sensitive (a teaspoon? REALLY?).
8. Put factory drive belt guard on bike. A $30K machine should be able to be driven on gravel/unpaved roads.
9. OEM tires need to be much better.
10. Improved anti-sway bar.
11. Replace parking brake motor with manual cable.
12. Would much prefer frunk and seat latch lock/unlock be manual switch not connected to ignition key. Too easy to break key.
13. Fix windshield brackets so they don't crack/break when windshield lowered completely.
14. AND THE BIGGIE - Make dealer common maintenance MUCH less expensive. A $300-$500 new vehicle checkup is criminal.
I haven't yet needed to take the tupperware off this beast or I might have another dozen maintenance-related issues. From reading other's posts and manual the maintenance is too difficult.
blacklightning
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I continue to see people complain about having to lift their foot to brake. . But I have owned over 25 cars, and I had to lift my foot to mash the brakes on all of them. . Is braking really that hard for some?
FWIW -- I had both done to my 2016 F3T at about 2500 miles, and can say that there is absolutely no doubt in my mind that they were both worth it.
acpd22
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My Thoughts
As stated before these are not in any particular order and may have already been mentioned. Just my thoughts.
1. Loose the Kendas, for the love of God, they make lawnmower tires.
2. Replacement parts, $117.00 for a glove box lid. Checked the mail one day and laid it on the lid and scratched the crap out of it. An astounding $1800.00 for a trunk, Harley doesn't even charge that much.
3. Better paint, see above.
4. Cheaper aftermarket parts. Come on vendors how can you charge over a $100.00 for a tensioner that BRP sells for $40.00. Also $175.00 for a trailer light module that worked twice before it corroded and broke one of the pins.
5. Frunk needs to be bigger on the F3.
6. F3 Limited should come from the factory with passenger floorboards instead of pegs.
I guess a six-pack of moans and groans are enough for now!
As stated before these are not in any particular order and may have already been mentioned. Just my thoughts.
1. Loose the Kendas, for the love of God, they make lawnmower tires.
2. Replacement parts, $117.00 for a glove box lid. Checked the mail one day and laid it on the lid and scratched the crap out of it. An astounding $1800.00 for a trunk, Harley doesn't even charge that much.
3. Better paint, see above.
4. Cheaper aftermarket parts. Come on vendors how can you charge over a $100.00 for a tensioner that BRP sells for $40.00. Also $175.00 for a trailer light module that worked twice before it corroded and broke one of the pins.
5. Frunk needs to be bigger on the F3.
6. F3 Limited should come from the factory with passenger floorboards instead of pegs.
I guess a six-pack of moans and groans are enough for now!
DGoebel
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Yes to both, but I do ride it very, very fast in the corners when riding alone.
mrb
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Yes , yes, yes. Which engineer decided to put the valve there instead of the other side???? How hard is that to figure out?
1. Tire pressure monitoring system, XM radio, Bluetooth, better reception, and a weather radio that interrupts when there is a severe alert in your area. If Triumph can do it for far less money then BRP can do it too.
2. As mentioned PITA oil changes.
3. Less expensive farkles, but then everyone else's goodies are overpriced too.
4. Decent tires.
2. As mentioned PITA oil changes.
3. Less expensive farkles, but then everyone else's goodies are overpriced too.
4. Decent tires.
Fat Baxter
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I'm pretty happy with my RT-S. There are a few things I wish they'd fix or done better, but my wish list contains rather minor things:
1. A cigarette-lighter type electric power tap somewhere in the cockpit, perhaps in that middle space under the handlebars, where the rocker switches are (i.e., parking brake; rear shock adjustment; [power tap goes here]; heated grips on/off; fog lights). So I have a handy place to plug in a heated vest. That wouldn't cost much.
2. A more positive turn signal switch, especially the cancellation feature.
3. Brighter bulbs for all the warning lights in the dashboard. I can't see the turn indicators in the daylight (solved with Tricled's mirror-mounted turn signal LEDs). If any of them come on, I likely won't see it.
4. Put a hole in the key so we can easily attach a key fob.
5. And a favorite with other riders: relocate the blankety-blank air valve on the rear tire! :lecturef_smilie:
I'm pretty easy to please.
1. A cigarette-lighter type electric power tap somewhere in the cockpit, perhaps in that middle space under the handlebars, where the rocker switches are (i.e., parking brake; rear shock adjustment; [power tap goes here]; heated grips on/off; fog lights). So I have a handy place to plug in a heated vest. That wouldn't cost much.
2. A more positive turn signal switch, especially the cancellation feature.
3. Brighter bulbs for all the warning lights in the dashboard. I can't see the turn indicators in the daylight (solved with Tricled's mirror-mounted turn signal LEDs). If any of them come on, I likely won't see it.
4. Put a hole in the key so we can easily attach a key fob.
5. And a favorite with other riders: relocate the blankety-blank air valve on the rear tire! :lecturef_smilie:
I'm pretty easy to please.
WilderThomas
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Likes and Dislikes
I have the 2012 Can Am Spyder RT-SE5:
I dislike the poor fuel economy
I'd have liked to see a couple USB connections made available to the passenger
A beverage holder for the passenger (w/o having to obtain armrests)
A fuse puller should be standard in the tool kit
A tire plug/patch kit should have been standard with all Spyder's
The 3M nose/body protection should be made available to buyers of preowned and new Spyder's
I have the 2012 Can Am Spyder RT-SE5:
I dislike the poor fuel economy
I'd have liked to see a couple USB connections made available to the passenger
A beverage holder for the passenger (w/o having to obtain armrests)
A fuse puller should be standard in the tool kit
A tire plug/patch kit should have been standard with all Spyder's
The 3M nose/body protection should be made available to buyers of preowned and new Spyder's
cmbspyderrss
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No snow where i live but this would be a fun double duty for sure. Is it not where it started?
cmbspyderrss
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Here is my list but i only have a few miles so take it as you will
More Power. 140hp min
More Torque 100lbft min
Twitchy steering above 50mph. Getting used to it though
No Front Brake
Rev match easier with an SE.
The nanny should have an on/off option. I don't need Moms help 99% of the time.
The seat could be more comfortable but i get why it's not.
After two deep P-brake shin bangs i ask why the damn thing is so small and why it is where it is. I get honked at for mooning people to much trying to find the darn lever.
A belt tensioner should have been installed from the factory. Wish one was made for mine. Beginning to hate it.
USB or 12v outlet on the dash
Digital AND analog speedometer? Why?
Original replacement parts and accessories are insanely overpriced even not through the dealer.
More Power. 140hp min
More Torque 100lbft min
Twitchy steering above 50mph. Getting used to it though
No Front Brake
Rev match easier with an SE.
The nanny should have an on/off option. I don't need Moms help 99% of the time.
The seat could be more comfortable but i get why it's not.
After two deep P-brake shin bangs i ask why the damn thing is so small and why it is where it is. I get honked at for mooning people to much trying to find the darn lever.
A belt tensioner should have been installed from the factory. Wish one was made for mine. Beginning to hate it.
USB or 12v outlet on the dash
Digital AND analog speedometer? Why?
Original replacement parts and accessories are insanely overpriced even not through the dealer.
mark4Jesus
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Depends on the length of ones legs. Having to lift your leg requires adjusting body position and/or hand pressure on the handle bar. I have long legs, so it was awkward at first, getting used to it now.
mark4Jesus
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1. Radio reception.
2. Bigger floorboards for those of us with long legs and big feet.
So far that's it for me. I haven't had to do any servicing yet.
There were similar complaints by Victory owners. There are certain things that are aftermarket instead of factory. That being said, Victory is a fine motorcycle. And I believe the Spyder is a fine motorcycle also.
So, if you are reading this thread to make a decision on buying a Spyder, do not let it keep you from buying it. Every bike has its issues. Some have minor/pesky issues and are fine machines, like the Spyder.
2. Bigger floorboards for those of us with long legs and big feet.
So far that's it for me. I haven't had to do any servicing yet.
There were similar complaints by Victory owners. There are certain things that are aftermarket instead of factory. That being said, Victory is a fine motorcycle. And I believe the Spyder is a fine motorcycle also.
So, if you are reading this thread to make a decision on buying a Spyder, do not let it keep you from buying it. Every bike has its issues. Some have minor/pesky issues and are fine machines, like the Spyder.
ofdave
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this is the only vehicle with less than 4 wheels that I have ever owned that I have to lift my foot to use the brake.
Even a '15 RT I saw the other day has the brake pedal positioned so you can push it without lifting your foot.
My ankle does not bend so I can touch my toes to my shin. Thus, I lift my foot to press on the brake pedal.
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