Hi I'm getting a 2012 RTS in March is there anything I should have add to it or buy extra?
this will be my first bike 35 years can you recommend any riding gear?
Welcome, DB!! Congrats on your choice to ride again... and I like the way you're thinking - gear is a good place to start. Required to wear before we'll get on our bikes here are helmet, gloves, jacket and boots. Pants are optional... riding pants, that is!!
Brands are personal preference; I'm sure others will be along with recommendations on that. I'm a fan of Joe Rocket jackets myself.
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Pants are optional... I never got that memo!
As far as riding gear; safety and protection should be at least on an even par with comfort, and a step ahead of styling...
If you can get to a motorcycle dealership that has a well-stock apparel section; grab a sales persion and have them help you first find a helmet that fits correctly... then move to the jacket, then gloves... then the aforementioned pants!
Other extras??? The sky is the limit!
Talk to Paladin or Arr Mihardees about extras...
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2010 Blue RT Audio & Convenience model Se-5 transmision. Dealer-added foglights, accent LEDs and extra speakers. Some RTS chrome windshield, front spoiler and top trunk trim, RTS frunklight and frunk liner, Top Trunk liner, Chrome lower air deflector, fendertip LED bulbs and ISCI floorboards added by yours truly...
Bob, you never got the memo about optional pants?! Where've you been?!
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CONSUMER WARNING: Use of this Spyder may cause smiling, happiness, urge to ride, excessive wind in the face, desire to call in sick to work, or even extended vacations. Some riders have experienced double-takes, pointing, sudden camera flash, kids waving, and conversations with total strangers. Several instances of unplanned roadside visits with police officers have been reported, though are not common. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your Spyder forum to discuss.
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2010 Blue RT Audio & Convenience model Se-5 transmision. Dealer-added foglights, accent LEDs and extra speakers. Some RTS chrome windshield, front spoiler and top trunk trim, RTS frunklight and frunk liner, Top Trunk liner, Chrome lower air deflector, fendertip LED bulbs and ISCI floorboards added by yours truly...
The dealers should really step up their game if they want to keep the business.
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CONSUMER WARNING: Use of this Spyder may cause smiling, happiness, urge to ride, excessive wind in the face, desire to call in sick to work, or even extended vacations. Some riders have experienced double-takes, pointing, sudden camera flash, kids waving, and conversations with total strangers. Several instances of unplanned roadside visits with police officers have been reported, though are not common. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your Spyder forum to discuss.
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2010 Blue RT Audio & Convenience model Se-5 transmision. Dealer-added foglights, accent LEDs and extra speakers. Some RTS chrome windshield, front spoiler and top trunk trim, RTS frunklight and frunk liner, Top Trunk liner, Chrome lower air deflector, fendertip LED bulbs and ISCI floorboards added by yours truly...
All the gear is good to have, but when was the last time you taken a safety class? A refresher course is preferred at least every three years. there is also an advanced riders course for your New purchase in your owners manual. Check with local dealers to see if they may have one set up for you to practice on, or if they can set one up for you. I actually learned how to straddle a pipe in the road without damaging, tires nor bike. Never thought I needed it but....the technique came in handy.
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The dealers should really step up their game if they want to keep the business.
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