Well I did it.
I just purchased a 2011 Spyder RS-S, the matte black/orange one with semi auto transmission. I had it delivered because I didn't feel comfortable driving it for the first time in the hell that is W/S, NC lol. I just got back from a short ride (wanted to go longer but it started raining on me and it was terribly cold), and I have to say, I liked it alot!
At first, hitting the first slight corner, it felt as if I was going to fly right off the bike. Then when I hit the second corner, I decided to lean into it slightly. In addition to nearly removing that feeling of being thrown off, I noticed that it extends your opposite arm. That arm just happens to be pushing the handlebars in the right direction to negotiate the turn. It works perfectly, and felt great. It really only took me about a mile or so to start feeling really comfortable with it. What's scary is that I feel almost too trusting in it. It was raining, and I was taking curves at about 50-60mph on my first ride. No way I'd do that on my bike. But there's still something to say about that. The Spyder works, and is an awesome fun ride! When I got back, I just HAD to try it.....yep....I laid a skidmark all the way down our very long driveway hahaha. I know I probably shouldn't have done that yet, as it's still in break-in, but I just couldn't help myself.
The sale experience was also perfect. Honda of Winston Salem was absolutely great. They came to my house to pick up my old bike (for trade in), and delivered my Spyder all in the same day. Through negotiations, they even threw in the aftermarket exhaust of my choice (Two Bros Dual Carbon)!!! Can't wait to get that installed! I paid sticker, but I have to say, I don't feel ripped off. I felt like I got a great deal, and the customer service is one to envy. Those guys rock.
We also placed a deposit on a 2010 Pearl White RS-S with upgraded wheels and the passenger backrest thingy, for my wife. We'll pick that up for her in a couple of weeks.
So as you can tell, I'm excited as hell. I was worried sick that I wouldn't like the ride (as noted in my other thread). But I'm sold. If anyone else out there is still like I was these last few days, trust me, don't worry about it. You're gonna love it once you try it. I have to say anyone that scoffs at it is just a stubborn, set-in-their-ways person. These things are great!
Pics later, cause it's raining now.
At first, hitting the first slight corner, it felt as if I was going to fly right off the bike. Then when I hit the second corner, I decided to lean into it slightly. In addition to nearly removing that feeling of being thrown off, I noticed that it extends your opposite arm. That arm just happens to be pushing the handlebars in the right direction to negotiate the turn. It works perfectly, and felt great. It really only took me about a mile or so to start feeling really comfortable with it. What's scary is that I feel almost too trusting in it. It was raining, and I was taking curves at about 50-60mph on my first ride. No way I'd do that on my bike. But there's still something to say about that. The Spyder works, and is an awesome fun ride! When I got back, I just HAD to try it.....yep....I laid a skidmark all the way down our very long driveway hahaha. I know I probably shouldn't have done that yet, as it's still in break-in, but I just couldn't help myself.
The sale experience was also perfect. Honda of Winston Salem was absolutely great. They came to my house to pick up my old bike (for trade in), and delivered my Spyder all in the same day. Through negotiations, they even threw in the aftermarket exhaust of my choice (Two Bros Dual Carbon)!!! Can't wait to get that installed! I paid sticker, but I have to say, I don't feel ripped off. I felt like I got a great deal, and the customer service is one to envy. Those guys rock.
We also placed a deposit on a 2010 Pearl White RS-S with upgraded wheels and the passenger backrest thingy, for my wife. We'll pick that up for her in a couple of weeks.
So as you can tell, I'm excited as hell. I was worried sick that I wouldn't like the ride (as noted in my other thread). But I'm sold. If anyone else out there is still like I was these last few days, trust me, don't worry about it. You're gonna love it once you try it. I have to say anyone that scoffs at it is just a stubborn, set-in-their-ways person. These things are great!
Pics later, cause it's raining now.