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Spyder shopping - 998 vs 1330, is the 1330 that much better?
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pegasus1300
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I have owned a 2012 998 V-Twin SE5 RT since 2015. I now have 81,000+miles on it and it is running strong. I love my V-Twin. Your biggest problem is going to be finding someone to work on it. Parts are pretty common and there are salvage yards also. If you can do your own work you will be ok. They are relatively easy to work on, lots of videos on you tube, and a shop manual is available. As long as you can do the work you shouldn't have much trouble. The problem will arise when you cannot do the work yourself, either from age, infirmity, or lack of knowledge. Always expect one of the three, or another unforeseen event. It will be more money, but I suggest you find something that a dealer will still service. Even if you don't plan on using them.
hogmemberisold
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That pretty much effects all of us one way or the other...
BajaRon
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Which motor is better depends, like most things in life, on what you are looking for. Parts for the 998 V-Twin are not that hard to find if you know where to look. Just because they are not listed at the dealership or a parts house, does not mean you can't find them readily available, in most cases.
The V-Twin sounds better than the 1330. Not a big deal for many, but definitely a perk if you're an owner.
I think the 998 is quicker than the 1330. I've not yet had the chance to drag race the two. But the very suspect butt dyno tells me the V-Twin is faster. Especially over a stock (non- Pedal-Box or Power Commander modified version). Granted, most do not purchase a Spyder thinking of hitting the drag strip. But get up and go is almost always a factor with people who ride.
My virtually worthless opinion is that if you can work on your own machine, the 998 is a great way to get into the Spyder world. The 2 worst versions are the 2010 and 2013 RT. I can elaborate if someone is interested. However, that being said, the engineered shortcomings on these 2 versions can be mitigated fairly easily and usually for a relatively small amount of money and effort. Both are basically sound with some caveats that I recommend correcting.
The upside is that these 2 versions are usually less expensive than others due to the negative press they have gotten. Though frankly, the buyer is usually not aware until after the purchase.
The 1330 is a worthy motor. BRP has improved suspension, handling, and creature comforts on the later models. Service interval is extended, though I have some issues with that. And oil consumption is down to zero. Though at least some of these can be improvements can be brought close with a V-Twin model.
A 1330 Spyder is going to cost you more. But that is fair and reasonable.
The V-Twin sounds better than the 1330. Not a big deal for many, but definitely a perk if you're an owner.
I think the 998 is quicker than the 1330. I've not yet had the chance to drag race the two. But the very suspect butt dyno tells me the V-Twin is faster. Especially over a stock (non- Pedal-Box or Power Commander modified version). Granted, most do not purchase a Spyder thinking of hitting the drag strip. But get up and go is almost always a factor with people who ride.
My virtually worthless opinion is that if you can work on your own machine, the 998 is a great way to get into the Spyder world. The 2 worst versions are the 2010 and 2013 RT. I can elaborate if someone is interested. However, that being said, the engineered shortcomings on these 2 versions can be mitigated fairly easily and usually for a relatively small amount of money and effort. Both are basically sound with some caveats that I recommend correcting.
The upside is that these 2 versions are usually less expensive than others due to the negative press they have gotten. Though frankly, the buyer is usually not aware until after the purchase.
The 1330 is a worthy motor. BRP has improved suspension, handling, and creature comforts on the later models. Service interval is extended, though I have some issues with that. And oil consumption is down to zero. Though at least some of these can be improvements can be brought close with a V-Twin model.
A 1330 Spyder is going to cost you more. But that is fair and reasonable.
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