Newbie Alert

[sassapnts]

Hi, my name is Lindy, and I'm picking up my first Spyder tomorrow!

[Y Rider]

Congratulation! What model and color did you get? I am still waiting for my Spyder to be delivered. I am told I should have it by the end of the month.

[sassapnts]

Thanks! Congratulations to you, too!! Where are you buying yours from, and why is it taking a month to get? Good timing, though, for riding weather!

This is going to sound so girly, but I got a yellow one. They said its an RS. Am buying it used, from a private owner - I'm not sure what the differences are yet for the different models.

Here's a pic:

[Bob Denman]

SWEET-lookin' ride!
Congratulations, and welcome aboard!
Give us a report on how you like the ride...

[dndfindley]

I have seen several posts here where members have had to order their Spyders and then it takes months to come in. I don't understand this unless you want something very special or you have your mind made up on a very specific configuration or color and will not consider alternatives. The local dealer keeps 2 or 3 RS's and 2 or 3 RT's in stock at all times. He says he sells 8 - 10 a month. BTW I have a red RS outfitted almost exactly as yours except I also have the Givi hard saddlebags. David

[sassapnts]

Thanks for the welcome, Bob!! By the time we got her home last night, it was dark and too late for me to ride - I prefer all the advantages I can get until I get used to her. Tonight when I got home from work we geared up and took off. It was different at first, but I quickly got used to the feel. The seat is very comfortable; I've got tailbone issues, and didn't have any pain from riding at all. Nice!

We were out for about an hour, I guess. The lack of a hand brake had me grabbing air for awhile, but I think I've already gotten the hang of not doing that. Hope that doesn't cause problems when I try to ride a bike!!

I also paid attention to the sheer number of people who gave themselves whiplash looking. There were a lot of them!!


David, red is nice, too! Congrats! Are the saddlebags something that can be added after-market? I've got plenty of space in the trunk, but my husband would like a Spyder with all of the extra storage space.

[dndfindley]

Originally Posted by sassapnts

Thanks for the welcome, Bob!! By the time we got her home last night, it was dark and too late for me to ride - I prefer all the advantages I can get until I get used to her. Tonight when I got home from work we geared up and took off. It was different at first, but I quickly got used to the feel. The seat is very comfortable; I've got tailbone issues, and didn't have any pain from riding at all. Nice!

We were out for about an hour, I guess. The lack of a hand brake had me grabbing air for awhile, but I think I've already gotten the hang of not doing that. Hope that doesn't cause problems when I try to ride a bike!!

I also paid attention to the sheer number of people who gave themselves whiplash looking. There were a lot of them!!


David, red is nice, too! Congrats! Are the saddlebags something that can be added after-market? I've got plenty of space in the trunk, but my husband would like a Spyder with all of the extra storage space.

Yes, saddlebags are an aftermarket option with RS's (standard on the RT's). Can Am has their own and then there's Givi which I have. Probably the best looking ones are from Corbin. They are made the same color as your Spyder and look like they were molded into the body. They are a bit bigger than the Givi's. Totally gorgeous. The Givi's have an advantage I like very much however. When you remove them which is easy, they become hard suitcases with handles. Get to the motel just disconnect and carry your "luggage" inside. David

[Bob Denman]

Dave,
You're going to have to post a pic of yours up here... My son has been shopping for a red RS equipped just about exactly as you've got yours outfitted.

[sassapnts]

Thanks for the info on the bags. I'll mention it to him!

The ride tonight was fun, as well. I posted the problem I'm having with the mirror view in a separate thread. Hopefully there's a quick and easy fix for it. Easier than making my hand invisible, anyway.

My Manual that came with her says she's a GS. What does that mean in relation to RS or RT? Are RS and GS the same thing? The previous owner had her listed as an RS.

Guess I should warn you guys, I'm full of questions and not afraid to pick your brains!!

[Bob Denman]

The GS and RS models are the same. They changed to "RS" to line up better with the new RT model last year.