Should I get a 2014 now, or wait and get a newer model? Any 'gotta have' features?

[JayBros]

@JayBros, I live in MN - so that might be sound advice... but it also raises a great question. When will prices at dealers and private parties go up? It seems like dealers are currently motivated to clear out bikes in that 6 to 10-year-old range.

No one raises prices to clear out old inventory, except on classic Ferraris and other mega buck cars.

 

[Deanna777]

Hi, brand new to Spyders and looking. I've done a lot of research and come to a conclusion on a few things:

1. I want a 1330 motor;
2. I'm going to transition from one Spyder (for me and my GF) to each of us having our own. Maybe an RT Limited for me at some point?

There are several 2014 RT's I've looked at, but I am wondering if I should get a newer model? Any features anyone would say are "gotta haves?"

Thanks,
Bob

HI Carjones,

I had a 2014 RTS-SE6 Spyder(SOLD) it had 30,000 miles plus on it when I traded for my current Spyder which is a 2023 F3 LTD SS.

The "gotta haves" would be updating the sway bar, new tires, Lights( on fenders, trunk, saddlebags), fog lights, cup holders.

In 2014 Spyders and up they have the "1330" Ace Engine, which is smoother, quieter. You can do an oil change at once a year.

Deanna

 

[Briorick]

I’m new to the 3 wheel world and was in your shoes for the past few months. I just bought last week because I found what I wanted at a good price. My approach was to not spend top dollar on a newer model without knowing that I’ll love the Spyder first. So I went conservative, and I won’t take a significant loss if it’s not for me. I bought a 2017 with 20k miles and it runs great. I’m in IL and plan to ride until the salt hits the streets.

I bought my first Spyder the exact same way. Not knowing if I truly would really enjoy riding one, I did my homework, joined this group, and read and learned as much as I could before deciding to purchase one. It was definitely going to be a used 2014 to be exact, with all the good reviews I read about that year. I, too, figured I wouldn't take much of a loss if I chose to sell it.
A few years later......... 1st 2014 Spyder had 65k miles with a few issues, when traded for current 2014 with 19k miles ( barely broken in) .
I'm in Southern Illinois ( transplant form Northern ) and still enjoying the rides, albeit a liitle cooler right about now, and as you say, hopefully until the salt hits the streets.

ENJOY!