How Is A "Special" model different?

[sandeejs]

I'm browsing the new and newer models of Spyders available. I can't figure out what a "Special" models have that the others don't.

Wishful thinking on my part - a newer Spyder isn't in the plans until I finish paying off the car.

 

[Bfromla]

Believe the “Special” were just special paint combinations, maybe different rims.

 

[Chiefdan]

The Special or F3S has upgraded shocks ( Fox ), cruise control, sport mode and a passenger seat. Also has a larger sprocket which gives you a lower gear ratio for better exceleration but the basic F3 may have this also. Sport mode releases some of the restrictions of the traction control and I believe better throttle response. Think sports car. These things are FAST!

 

[Tango]

Different paint, rider backrest, luggage rack as well.

 

[Albec]

The Special or F3S has upgraded shocks ( Fox ), cruise control, sport mode and a passenger seat. Also has a larger sprocket which gives you a lower gear ratio for better exceleration but the basic F3 may have this also. Sport mode releases some of the restrictions of the traction control and I believe better throttle response. Think sports car. These things are FAST!

No Sport mode on my 'special'. ECO and normal, that's it.

 

[MNBK]

The 2026 F3L Special Series has the following upgrades: LED driving lights, upgraded seat, drivers backrest, different rims, luggage rack, backup camera, short reach handlebars and the Mars Red paint. I pick mine up on Tuesday the 28th.

 

[Chiefdan]

No Sport mode on my 'special'. ECO and normal, that's it.

Sorry, Sport mode was 2017 and newer.

 

[Dasmoetorhead]

No Sport mode on my 'special'. ECO and normal, that's it.

What year and model do you have ?
Mine has what Chiefdan mentioned. Mines a 2022 F3S.

 

[Mandorallen]

F3S (only) has sport mode; F3L SS (Limited Special Series) does not - it has the other things others have mentioned like unique paint, back rest, comfort seat, short reach bars, etc.

 

[Albec]

No Sport mode on my 'special'. ECO and normal, that's it.

Sorry, Sport mode was 2017 and newer.

My Special is a 2023 (as seen in my sig), so...

 

[Deanna777]

The Special or F3S has upgraded shocks ( Fox ), cruise control, sport mode and a passenger seat. Also has a larger sprocket which gives you a lower gear ratio for better exceleration but the basic F3 may have this also. Sport mode releases some of the restrictions of the traction control and I believe better throttle response. Think sports car. These things are FAST!

I have a 2023 F3 LTD SS it is road ready, it has a matte finish paint, top rack on case, fog lights, ECO mode.

Deanna

 

[Deanna777]

F3S (only) has sport mode; F3L SS (Limited Special Series) does not - it has the other things others have mentioned like unique paint, back rest, comfort seat, short reach bars, etc.

HI Mandorallen,
I have a 2023 F3 LTD SS and it has the following:

Comfort Seat, Short Reach Handle bars,​

Mineral Blue Satin Styling (Color) Matte Finish,​

12 Spoke Wheels,​

Top Case Rack,​

heated hand grips,​

6 speaker Audio System,​

LED lighting (fogs, and reg head lights),​

SACHS Big Bore Front Shocks,​

Self Leveling rear air suspension,​

Brembo Braking System,​

36.5 Gallon (138L) total Storage,​

7.1 Gallon Fuel tank,​

400 lb towing capacity,​

ECO/Standard mode,​

Trip Odometer,​

Joy stick (on the left side of the handlebars),​

7.8 inch panoramic display.​

(the snowmobiles have the Sport, ECO, & Standard modes).

Deanna

 

[Mandorallen]

yes, agreed - the F3 Limited SS (Special Series) has all the comfort extras for touring & special paint, but does NOT have Sport mode. The F3-S (in this case, S may stand for SPORT, not Special) DOES have Sport mode. It's meant to be the naked, sporty sibling in the F3 lineup. That's all I was trying to clarify.