I am looking at a used 2013 STS Ltd with backrest, larger factory windshield and comfort seat. It has approx 14000 mi on it, mostly highway and back tire has been replaced. It has warranty till next April. The owner has had any recalls done but not the switch to the 2014 panels. Price is 18500 Cdn. Seems like a reasonable deal. Thoughts? I know some say to stay away from 2013 but are there issues beyond the heat issue?
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Would You Buy a Used 2013 STS LTD?
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ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Yes, but think price is about 5K high.
panels
I have a 13 ST limited SE5 - WITH the airflow panels - highly recommend that you arrange for the panels through a dealer before you buy.
Other things we've done - JT air filter, cat remove (just done and love the sound), wrap some pipes, swaybar. Comfort issues we've done - topbox (non-BRP) which includes passenger backrest (only occasional passenger) - well, that's it really - the standard screen at its lowest suits me, it came with heated grips, footboards and saddlebags/panniers. The only thing left for me is to change the seat to a reduced-reach (as I'm not tall!) and it'll be absolutely perfect - I don't fancy cutting into the seat to put on the only drivers backrest I've found for the ST (utopia). (We would use the smoothspyder backrest but I'm all set for the passenger, so it doesn't suit us.)
SO it depends for you on price I guess - but I do urge you to arrange the panels (or ask the seller to get the dealer to get the panels in pre-sale - they are really simple to swap over). Ours runs beautifully and I love it. Husband has now traded his 2-wheels for an F3 so we're both happy campers.
As a buyer I'd argue that the 13 should be a lot cheaper than a similarly used 14 model ST with similar warranty - on 'reputation' and 'resale value' more than actual riding value... As a seller of course I'd argue differentlly LOL
Note also that SM5 should be cheaper than SE5.
Hope this helps.
Just one extra thought - are you able to run the one you like into a dealer and get a BUDS code report? Might highlight any issues it may have...
I have a 13 ST limited SE5 - WITH the airflow panels - highly recommend that you arrange for the panels through a dealer before you buy.
Other things we've done - JT air filter, cat remove (just done and love the sound), wrap some pipes, swaybar. Comfort issues we've done - topbox (non-BRP) which includes passenger backrest (only occasional passenger) - well, that's it really - the standard screen at its lowest suits me, it came with heated grips, footboards and saddlebags/panniers. The only thing left for me is to change the seat to a reduced-reach (as I'm not tall!) and it'll be absolutely perfect - I don't fancy cutting into the seat to put on the only drivers backrest I've found for the ST (utopia). (We would use the smoothspyder backrest but I'm all set for the passenger, so it doesn't suit us.)
SO it depends for you on price I guess - but I do urge you to arrange the panels (or ask the seller to get the dealer to get the panels in pre-sale - they are really simple to swap over). Ours runs beautifully and I love it. Husband has now traded his 2-wheels for an F3 so we're both happy campers.
As a buyer I'd argue that the 13 should be a lot cheaper than a similarly used 14 model ST with similar warranty - on 'reputation' and 'resale value' more than actual riding value... As a seller of course I'd argue differentlly LOL
Note also that SM5 should be cheaper than SE5.
Hope this helps.
Just one extra thought - are you able to run the one you like into a dealer and get a BUDS code report? Might highlight any issues it may have...
bmccaffrey
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BikerDoc
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Keep in mind that in U S dollars this would be 20% less..
To AKsyderman
I am in Canada and our $ is running a lot lower than yours. Where have you seen a 2013 STS Limited for 13500? Cheapest one I can find is going to cost me over $20000 Cdn if I bring it in from the U.S. by the time I pay exchange and taxes at the border. $18500 is about 14300 U.S.
I am in Canada and our $ is running a lot lower than yours. Where have you seen a 2013 STS Limited for 13500? Cheapest one I can find is going to cost me over $20000 Cdn if I bring it in from the U.S. by the time I pay exchange and taxes at the border. $18500 is about 14300 U.S.
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the dollar
sorry to hear about your Canadian dollar, ours in Oz is running at less than 73 cents to US! A "six year low" they say. I just look at the USD market and spyders (and accessories) for sale, and dream. Here's one for you - sorry my French is not good enough to read all about it ...
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-sport-tourin...st/1067856088?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
Cheers and good luck
sorry to hear about your Canadian dollar, ours in Oz is running at less than 73 cents to US! A "six year low" they say. I just look at the USD market and spyders (and accessories) for sale, and dream. Here's one for you - sorry my French is not good enough to read all about it ...
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-sport-tourin...st/1067856088?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
Cheers and good luck
ARtraveler
R.I.P. Dwayne
Any price you feel is reasonable is the way to go.
Here is a recent ad posted on 4-sale.
"I'm placing the Y-Fighter on the market, as I'm looking to upgrade to a 2015 model. Current mileage is only 2220 (but slowly climbing). It's always been garaged here in Oklahoma City, and I'm asking $13,950. Any questions please message me - Ed.
Here are the pertinent details:
Back Rest and Rack (Black).
Akropovic Sport Touring Exhaust.
Garmin GPS Mount.
Can-Am Heated Grips.
Can-Am Fog Lights.
BajaRon Sway Bar and replacement Heim Joints.
Fox Adjustable Shocks (2014 version).
Hyperlight 16LED Brake Light/Running Light modules.
Ortleib waterproof soft saddlebags (bright yellow).
Battery Tender lead attached to the battery and the lead is located in the Forward Trunk.
12V Accessory Socket installed.
Ceramic coated exhaust headers, work done by Jet-Hot OKC.
Spyder RS handlebar.
Cupholders.
Maintenance Information:
600 mile service completed.
Heat Recall completed; Nothing melted, fried or heat damaged and no extraordinary heat issues that I haven't seen/felt on my previous bikes.
Side panels replaced with 2014 Spyder ST panels.
Laser alignment recently done.
Extended Warranty.
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900Dave
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I agree price might be just a little high even in Canada dollars, but maybe not:dontknow:. I would definately try to get the 2014/15 style air flow panels included and the dealer should not have to pay for them either.
Once I had the air flow panels installed and the primary muffler bypass installed I removed JT's air filter as it was not needed. I also have 14000 miles on my ST Limited and have had no mechanical or electrical issues at all.
Good luck with what ever you choose. Dont wait too long the riding season is going to get really short to the north.
Once I had the air flow panels installed and the primary muffler bypass installed I removed JT's air filter as it was not needed. I also have 14000 miles on my ST Limited and have had no mechanical or electrical issues at all.
Good luck with what ever you choose. Dont wait too long the riding season is going to get really short to the north.
