Help please, I'm confused about the F3 handlebar options

[greer]

Here's the handlebar on my new-to-me '19 F3S:



I'm guessing they're the default factory bars. I would like a lower bar so that I can ride with a bit of forward lean, like my Ryker Sport. Which bar would that be?

https://can-am-shop.brp.com/on-road/us/en/short-reach-handlebar-position-a-can-am-spyder-shortreach-01.html

Long Reach handlebar

Spyder F3

www.brppac.com

https://can-am-shop.brp.com/on-road/us/en/long-reach-handlebar-can-am-spyder-longreach-01.html

Attitude Handlebar

Spyder F3

www.brppac.com

https://can-am-shop.brp.com/on-road/us/en/attitude-handlebar-position-d-can-am-spyder-219400551.html

I can't find specs on any of the bars, and there seems to be conflicting information on the website. Thanks

Sarah

 

[BCNewell]

Don’t know much about the Attitude bars, but the description under Specifications on the long-reach bars sounds like what you are after.

 

[BCNewell]

Comparing thumbnail pics above, it looks like the Attitude bars have more pullback out at the bar ends, as well as being a longer reach.

I have thought about getting regular bars for mine, instead of the Drag bars (think "almost straight" - like a broomstick). However, I would need to change lots of other parts at the steering head clamp, as well. I’m 6’1”, and the Drag bars have me reaching just a tad forward. Fine for most rides, but a couple inches back would be better on multi-day rides.

 

[Jetfixer]

Attitude bars are considered Position D, which is the most forward position of the U-Fit system. Check the For Sale forum. I just listed mine for sale...

 

[greer]

Thank you Jetfixer, it's nice to see a picture of the Attitude bars. I'm not sure I'd like that much pull back, my Ryker bars are much straighter than those.

I think I'm starting to get my head around the options, some of the website information was incorrect, I believe.

Sarah

 

[greer]

A previous discussion, wish I'd found it earlier.

[EMBED content="thread-136741"]https://www.spyderlovers.com/threads/does-anyone-actually-know-the-difference-between-stock-f3-bars-
short-reach-and-long.136741/[/EMBED]
And here's one with pictures, even better:

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Thread 'Can I install 2021 F3 Handlebars on a 2021 RT?'

Jul 23, 2021

I have a 2021 Spyder RT Limited, can I install 2021 F3 handlebars?

I guess the question is there enough wires for the taller bar?

-Ed

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Sarah

 

[greer]

Just to be sure, can I use a 2020-2023 RT bar on my 2019 F3S? I want to double-check, since I've already made the mistake of buying a set of used bars that ended up being the same bars I already have. Thanks!

Sarah

 

[PW2013STL]

Just to be sure, can I use a 2020-2023 RT bar on my 2019 F3S? I want to double-check, since I've already made the mistake of buying a set of used bars that ended up being the same bars I already have. Thanks!

Sarah

You can. It would give you a more forward reach as it's shorter than the F3 standard bar.

 

[greer]

Thanks!!

Sarah

 

[pauly1]

I didn't read this full thread, but jetfixer has an Attitude (U-Fit position 4) handlebar for sale on this site. Personally, we have short reach on our F3-S, -T and -L models for a more upright (anti-sport bike) position.

 

[greer]

Thanks pauly1, I looked at that but was afraid I wouldn’t like that much pull back. Just this morning I bought a used ‘21 RT bar off EBay. Hopefully I’ll have it this week and can post an update. Thanks again!

Sarah

 

[Belfurdd]

Just to be sure, can I use a 2020-2023 RT bar on my 2019 F3S? I want to double-check, since I've already made the mistake of buying a set of used bars that ended up being the same bars I already have. Thanks!

Sarah

You can.