My new 2014 Spyder RTS review at almost 1000 miles

[spyder-dude]

We'll it has only been a few days of riding my new spyder and already have almost at 1000 miles.

This is my fourth spyder as I started with a 2008 GS that I got in early November 2007 as one of the first owners in NY and traded in with just over 27k miles. I then went to the 2011 RSS and loved the improvements they made in 3 years. But when the 2013 STS came out I had to have it as I like staying up with the latest and greatest. Since May I put 6300 miles on it and again loved every minute of it.

This 2014 is absolutely the best spyder that BRP has manufactured! This Wednesday and Thursday did 675 miles going down to Lamont's with a good friend. We both have the 2014 RT's. BRP has really listened to their customers and made the best improvements. This 1330 engine is so smooth along with the 6 speed transmission. We did some back roads on the way down from central Virginia to Tennessee and amazed for a larger spyder how this handled on the corners. It handled better than any of my 3 spyder including with modifications that I did like sway bars or Elka suspension. The only issue I found is that when you are riding for 2+ hours in 30-40 degree weather at 75mph you miss the heat that use to come off the spyder. I have baker air wings to install this weekend and that should help at least my knees from getting cold which really my only issue.

So anyone looking to buy a new spyder I would highly recommend saving yourself the time of having to upgrade a 2013 and got other 2014. It will be worth the money spent.

I have done a few upgrades before this trip that did help. I installed the Tall F4 customs windshield with vent as I am 6'4" and I think the width of the shield makes the biggest difference over the height. I have also installed the Ultimate touring seat with backrest. I have had many seats for my previous spyders but this seat has proven already that it is far superior for me than any others. My friend kept complaining his butt hurt and I said mine feels great..... Let's ride .

I also wanted to thank Lamont for doing the laser alignment as he is the master at this. I was amazed at the difference as I thought my brand new spyder didn't need one. I also am very impressed in his NVB highway pegs that get installed as again I have had several brands before but these ARE absolutely the best ones!

And last but not least is that Baja Ron came over to install his sway bar and again we'll worth the money spent on this upgrade! Thanks again Ron!

So in a little over a week I leave for Daytona Bike week and look forward to almost two weeks of great riding on my new 2014 Spyder RTS in hopefully the sunny state of Florida!

Thanks,

Shawn

 

[Jim&Teresa]

Glad to hear the 2014 RT's a great machine! Thanks for your comments....I have yet to be able to ryde mine due to this :cus::cus: Minnesnowta weather....

Great to have all the positive feedback on the 2014 RT's....makes me want to ryde it in the snow! :yikes::yikes:

 

[Cruzr Joe]

Glad to hear the 2014 RT's a great machine! Thanks for your comments....I have yet to be able to ryde mine due to this :cus::cus: Minnesnowta weather....

Great to have all the positive feedback on the 2014 RT's....makes me want to ryde it in the snow! :yikes::yikes:

The Traction is not real good in the snow.

Cruzr Joe

 

[PW2013STL]

Thanks for the report. Reports like this make me happy that I traded my 13 STL in on 14 RTL

 

[Jim&Teresa]

The Traction is not real good in the snow.

Cruzr Joe

Ski's on the front and studded tire in the back...what can go wrong? LOL :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack:

 

[PW2013STL]

Glad to hear the 2014 RT's a great machine! Thanks for your comments....I have yet to be able to ryde mine due to this :cus::cus: Minnesnowta weather....

Great to have all the positive feedback on the 2014 RT's....makes me want to ryde it in the snow! :yikes::yikes:

I think of you every time it snows:gaah:
When I ordered mine back in November I was told it should arrive in Feb or early March. With our weather I have not even called to find out about it since I cannot ride it anyway. If it was sitting in my garage I would end up with a flat head:banghead:

 

[spyder-dude]

Yeah my problem is when the weather is bad I just think about what mods I could order and install as a good thing in downtime. Needless to say it is going to be a busy next week or so for me getting everything done before Daytona Bike Week

 

[Lamonster]

Good report Bro :thumbup:
I had a great time working on your Spyder and I'm glad you're happy with the NBV's and the alignment. I'll be picking up my RT tomorrow and can't wait to put some miles on it. See you in Daytona. :doorag:

 

[Wiredux]

Good report Bro :thumbup:
I had a great time working on your Spyder and I'm glad you're happy with the NBV's and the alignment. I'll be picking up my RT tomorrow and can't wait to put some miles on it. See you in Daytona. :doorag:

Glad to hear it!

 

[Jim&Teresa]

I think of you every time it snows:gaah:
When I ordered mine back in November I was told it should arrive in Feb or early March. With our weather I have not even called to find out about it since I cannot ride it anyway. If it was sitting in my garage I would end up with a flat head:banghead:

Good luck with your 2014 when it comes in.....I've been taking time to update my 2014 RT Limited with the HMT Rear Brake Light, LED's on the mirrors, put my Bluetooth transmitter in it, and put back my helmet locks....used the two 40 degree days this week to get it done....even in the insulated garage w/heater, this has been a darn cold winter to work on anything!

I actually pulled it out of the garage on Wednesday (picture in my signature now) and ran it up to temp on the driveway while I swept out the grit in the garage. Man that engine runs and sounds nice!!! :yes::yes::yes:

Still zero miles on this beauty! :banghead::banghead::banghead:

Can't wait until we can ryde in MN.....it's got to get here sometime this year....hope it's not like 2013 where it continued to snow in May! :yikes::yikes::yikes:

 

[PW2013STL]

Good luck with your 2014 when it comes in.....I've been taking time to update my 2014 RT Limited with the HMT Rear Brake Light, LED's on the mirrors, put my Bluetooth transmitter in it, and put back my helmet locks....used the two 40 degree days this week to get it done....even in the insulated garage w/heater, this has been a darn cold winter to work on anything!

I actually pulled it out of the garage on Wednesday (picture in my signature now) and ran it up to temp on the driveway while I swept out the grit in the garage. Man that engine runs and sounds nice!!! :yes::yes::yes:

Still zero miles on this beauty! :banghead::banghead::banghead:

Can't wait until we can ryde in MN.....it's got to get here sometime this year....hope it's not like 2013 where it continued to snow in May! :yikes::yikes::yikes:

Hopeing for spring weather soon. I have a guys ride that takes place the 3rd weekend in May and we go regardless of the weather.
I also have items to add to the Spyder when I get it like- tri axes handle bars, power outlets for heated jackets, third LED brake light, adjustable vents, heated seat with backrest, and cargo net system for the trailer.
I turned my 3rd stall into a shop so it is fully heated and makes for a comfortable place to work on bikes. In fact I have a Co-workers Harley on my lift and should be finished with it next weekend so shop will be ready for the Spyder.
I will pm you some time soon and see if you would like to join our guys only ride- it's a lot of fun, but most of us at in our 60'shyea:

 

[bluestratos]

I can't wait to ride another 14 to check against mine. I have a very annoying roar sound coming from the front and considering how bad my hearing is it must be really loud. No one else has reported this sound. I checked the air filter and it is all good only a test ride on another bike will tell me for sure.

I am still concerned that people are taking their brand new 14's and having an alignment done to get it right. This is an elementary part of safe handling and should not have to be done by the purchaser at extra cost right out of the gate. I can not comment on mine as I have only ridden it 90 miles to date and that was in very windy weather but my 2011 was bad from the day of purchase and I was told its the nature of the beast. After fighting it for 25000 miles I had it aligned and it was a new machine. During that time I had way to many near misses due to the "hunting".

 

[PW2013STL]

I can't wait to ride another 14 to check against mine. I have a very annoying roar sound coming from the front and considering how bad my hearing is it must be really loud. No one else has reported this sound. I checked the air filter and it is all good only a test ride on another bike will tell me for sure.

I am still concerned that people are taking their brand new 14's and having an alignment done to get it right. This is an elementary part of safe handling and should not have to be done by the purchaser at extra cost right out of the gate. I can not comment on mine as I have only ridden it 90 miles to date and that was in very windy weather but my 2011 was bad from the day of purchase and I was told its the nature of the beast. After fighting it for 25000 miles I had it aligned and it was a new machine. During that time I had way to many near misses due to the "hunting".

Check your front tires to make sure they are inflated at the correct pressure and that they are mounted in the correct direction. If that is good bring it back to the dealer as it should not make that loud a noise.

 

[garb55]

I think of you every time it snows:gaah:
When I ordered mine back in November I was told it should arrive in Feb or early March. With our weather I have not even called to find out about it since I cannot ride it anyway. If it was sitting in my garage I would end up with a flat head:banghead:

you could do like my 2 year old grandson
he sits on my 2014 in the garage with my helmet on and goes vroom vroom
just add big screen in fronthyea:

 

[PW2013STL]

you could do like my 2 year old grandson
he sits on my 2014 in the garage with my helmet on and goes vroom vroom
just add big screen in fronthyea:

I resemble that remark:roflblack: