I just returned from a 3 day motorcycle trip. Each day a deer came within a inch of killing me and multiple times a day. I’ve made my decision…I’m buying a can am. The deer caused me so much anxiety it totally ruined my trip. I know when I hit one that I’m going down and eating asphalt. At least on a spyder hitting a deer or large dog doesn’t mean your going to hit the pavement. I’m 38 and my friends are already laughing but I don’t give a shit. I have no ego to feed and I want to enjoy the road and wind without the out of control deer population killing me. I been riding motorcycles for 15 years or so but this last trip really shook me up. It’s not IF I hit one of these deer but WHEN. I’ve been lucky and never been down before but I feel like my luck is running out. We have enough to worry about from other cars and drivers, gravel, and so on. But if I’m going to hit a deer I would rather my wheels stay up. Sorry for my rant. Awesome machines brother. I gonna grab me one sometime before fall gets here 👍🏻
The ol F3 is Unstoppable bro ... I reckon you're gonna set the record for havin the most miles on an F3! Our Bikes are definitely becoming Rare now they no longer make Manuals ... They're gonna become a collectors item down the track! 👍😁👊
The ease of the SE6 is great but it's to slow to be great and the simplicity of the SM6 is perfect every time. I'm going to keep riding the old Spyder u til I can't that is for sure!!
@@spyderryder Yep I love simplicity that's why in this day & age I go for the most basic model in everything ... Less to go wrong. With the Manual we don't have an ECU controlling the Gearbox ... Instead we're in control of it! 👍😁🤘
Got the 2021 F-3S with 705 miles. They tell me the guy who traded it in got an RT cause the guy and his wife wanted to tour more than the S would accommodate. Love mine, mostly ride alone but the wife will probably ride sometimes. Mine didn’t come with the rear seat. I may upgrade to a Corbin front/back seat with the backrest. Had that setup on my 1997 Valkyrie STD. We loved it. Felt hard at 1st, however I learned pretty fast how it offered great support that would provided all day comfort! They are pretty costly but what’s not in the biking world? The Corbin backrest pulls out of the back and moves up to the driver’s position in seconds! 👍🏻
You can't go wrong with the F3 it can do everything well. If you want to just rip around or get out on a long trip it does it all. I hear people say the Corbin seeat Is great, and I was not aware about the back rest. Thank you for watching and ride safe.
Hi Mate great Video I have a 2019 F3s and love it, my only complaint is I keep bottoming with the standard shocks, other than that I have added a pedal box (pleases my want to be boy) a handbrake from ISCI, floor boards same as your F3T, I do have the rear carry all same as your F3T, and a K5 Dash Cam from INNOVV for those unfortunate moments (its is not that good for vlogging). I think the F3 and F3s are a awesome machines that can be a jack of all trades but not a master of all things unless you want to spend the money where as the F3T is for the relaxed touring and riding.😁
F3s I'd a great machine! You have a ton of great mods. The F3 is definitely when I want to be a boy and have too much fun, and the F3T is for the longer ride. Thank you for watching ride safe!
The F3 and F3S are not supposed to tow, but the F3T can tow 400lb, so that does it for me and the pillion in a million. The top box on the F3T can take 2 full size helmets too.
I liked the base F3 right from the jump and have added what I liked and felt I needed to make it uniquely my own. I'm guessing there just wasn't enough demand to keep building bikes with the SM6 transmission but for a transitioning two-wheel motorcyclist it was just what I needed....one less thing to learn. Ryde safe buddy.
I have a f32 with the semi auto box. My girl has a ST manual and although the auto is brilliant and doesn’t require any learning I prefer the manual box which I feel I have more control
Depends on you weight and how you ride. It's the same shock it just has a different spring to support a little more weight. I ran it 2 years with no issues but it's still soft.
@@spyderryder I can't believe elka is the only one to make an aftermarket shock for the F3 and they want $800 for it. I refuse to pay that much for a shock. I weigh about 220 and I mostly ride myself.
Just keep in mind it's the same shock just a better spring. I had mine for 2 years with no issue. If you did not mind the OEM shock you will be fine with the 2 up shock.
I'm going to be honest I don't us the BRP GO app on the F3T. I use my phone for maps and music on both spyders. I need to play with the new system I just love how simple it is to use my phone in a RAM mount
Thank you for a great review & run through of both your spyder's, very informative. I'm still not 100% sure if I should go with the F3S or F3T , Im leaning more toward the S as I will never tour on it with my spinal disability, that's difficult/painful enough in my Lexus 460 Barge. I only have two real concerns, one if your an ex-biker you may be able to help me with, the second only a 30 minute test ride will let me know if my spine will allow me to buy one. Being an ex-biker myself (before my RTA & damaged spine & now FSHD between my ''behind'' & shoulder blades) my concern being that in an emergency situation where Ive got to hit the brakes I will naturally reach for the handle bar brake leaver which isnt going to help me much. I am aware of a (I think) ISCI after market handle bar brake leaver system I'm very tempted to buy & have fitted before I pick the beast up & ride her home. Any thoughts, words of wisdom you can share with me would be very much appreciated. Wishing you health & happiness, Mike S.
So the F3 is really fun to ride but the rear shock can be soft and easy to bottom out and with spine issues that might be an issue. The F3t is softer and adjustable with air. The F3 and F3T are feet forward will that be OK? If not you Get ultimate floorboards which are great and will let you put your feet straight down. You can get the hand brake but I have never had issues finding the brake if I need to stop fast..it's a very fast learn you only have a foot brake!! Best wishes and let me know how it goes! Good luck
@@spyderryder Thank You for sharing your thoughts, it really is appreciated. Feet forward / floorboards will be ideal & give me the chance to move my feet/legs when comfort requires it. My spine isnt in great shape with four crushed vertebrae its mechanics make me lean forward but now with no muscle between my back side & shoulder blades standing with a strait back is a physical impossibility, sitting is slightly easier but Im never really going to know until I throw my leg over one to prove if its possible or not. I have my fingers crossed that will happen soon but my local can-am dealer is 120 miles away the next 435, sadly they always have stock where the local one hasnt had anything this year, a drive of 400 plus miles would wipe me out for two days.. I will drop you a line when I've had a test ride. Thank you again for your thoughts, it is appreciated. Wishing you health & happiness, Mike S
@@mikesloper7112 feel your pain brother I broke mine back in the 80's so I would like to add some suggestions. Floor boards a must have and definitely a back rest just did a 1200 mile round trip to the mountains and my back felt better when I got home then when I left.
@@willbk392 Hi Will Bk, thank you for your thoughts, I have finally made a decision & am going to buy an F3S given a test ride doesnt leave me crippled for days after (as & when the local dealer can make that happen, alternatively it means a flight up country to a local airport & then hire a car for a 50 mile hike to that dealer.) all this to get a leg over. That sadly doesn't bode well for buying one & then getting it shipped to me, there are times I really do think we are truly a third world country. (one step at a time) Floor boards, I totally agree, just be able to move (fidget) safely is on! Yes Ive been giving the back rest some thought, on the positive side if I can sit close enough to it perhaps it will let me flex over it now & then. On the negative, my spine protrudes / is proud of my back ( imagine ships keel, I cant lay on my back without rocking to either side) However, I think the back rest is a good idea unless I was rear ended, that could be difficult. Just wondering if your back when you got home comment is down to the vibration/harmonics of the spider that literally free's up/relaxes the vertebrae effectively giving you a massage over that 1200 miles. If that happens to me I'll end up living on it. Thanks for your thoughts, very much appreciated. Wishing you health & happiness fella !!
It's interesting to me that the base F3 can't be ordered with a cruise control, but it's even available on the Ryker 600. To get the cruise on the base F3 you have to have the module from an F3S installed after delivery. I don't understand why BRP does it that way. Anybody have an idea why? Anyway, good content. God bless, Rob
What I have heated the base F3 was built with a price in mind and they deleted the whole harness. I'm with you a base F3 with base suspension and a possible standard transmission and cruise control would be cool!!
I just returned from a 3 day motorcycle trip. Each day a deer came within a inch of killing me and multiple times a day. I’ve made my decision…I’m buying a can am. The deer caused me so much anxiety it totally ruined my trip. I know when I hit one that I’m going down and eating asphalt. At least on a spyder hitting a deer or large dog doesn’t mean your going to hit the pavement. I’m 38 and my friends are already laughing but I don’t give a shit. I have no ego to feed and I want to enjoy the road and wind without the out of control deer population killing me. I been riding motorcycles for 15 years or so but this last trip really shook me up. It’s not IF I hit one of these deer but WHEN. I’ve been lucky and never been down before but I feel like my luck is running out. We have enough to worry about from other cars and drivers, gravel, and so on. But if I’m going to hit a deer I would rather my wheels stay up.
Sorry for my rant. Awesome machines brother. I gonna grab me one sometime before fall gets here 👍🏻
I would like the F3T better I think. With a tour pack on it and not in White. It's been a while since I have had a chance to check out a new Spyder
The ol F3 is Unstoppable bro ... I reckon you're gonna set the record for havin the most miles on an F3! Our Bikes are definitely becoming Rare now they no longer make Manuals ... They're gonna become a collectors item down the track! 👍😁👊
The ease of the SE6 is great but it's to slow to be great and the simplicity of the SM6 is perfect every time. I'm going to keep riding the old Spyder u til I can't that is for sure!!
@@spyderryder Yep I love simplicity that's why in this day & age I go for the most basic model in everything ... Less to go wrong. With the Manual we don't have an ECU controlling the Gearbox ... Instead we're in control of it! 👍😁🤘
@@BeanieBoyMoto and we do a better job of it too!
@@spyderryder 👍😁🤘
Got the 2021 F-3S with 705 miles. They tell me the guy who traded it in got an RT cause the guy and his wife wanted to tour more than the S would accommodate. Love mine, mostly ride alone but the wife will probably ride sometimes. Mine didn’t come with the rear seat. I may upgrade to a Corbin front/back seat with the backrest. Had that setup on my 1997 Valkyrie STD. We loved it. Felt hard at 1st, however I learned pretty fast how it offered great support that would provided all day comfort! They are pretty costly but what’s not in the biking world? The Corbin backrest pulls out of the back and moves up to the driver’s position in seconds! 👍🏻
You can't go wrong with the F3 it can do everything well. If you want to just rip around or get out on a long trip it does it all. I hear people say the Corbin seeat Is great, and I was not aware about the back rest. Thank you for watching and ride safe.
@@spyderryder yup the Corbin is a great seat. The backrest is pretty good too! 😉 thanks for your response buddy. f-3S all the way!!!😉
What’s the 2022 spyder f3-t rotax ace?
I know what the spyder is “generally speaking”
Can’t find much info other than their site
Love a man with the beard game😊, oh and great video my beautiful brother
Hi Mate great Video I have a 2019 F3s and love it, my only complaint is I keep bottoming with the standard shocks, other than that I have added a pedal box (pleases my want to be boy) a handbrake from ISCI, floor boards same as your F3T, I do have the rear carry all same as your F3T, and a K5 Dash Cam from INNOVV for those unfortunate moments (its is not that good for vlogging). I think the F3 and F3s are a awesome machines that can be a jack of all trades but not a master of all things unless you want to spend the money where as the F3T is for the relaxed touring and riding.😁
F3s I'd a great machine! You have a ton of great mods. The F3 is definitely when I want to be a boy and have too much fun, and the F3T is for the longer ride.
Thank you for watching ride safe!
The F3 and F3S are not supposed to tow, but the F3T can tow 400lb, so that does it for me and the pillion in a million.
The top box on the F3T can take 2 full size helmets too.
You are correct. They both have there places and are both great to ride. Stay safe and thank you for watching
Pierre set me up with a hitch to go on my F3 and it towed the freedom trailer just fine.
@@willbk392 don't get me wrong, the F3 tows very well but is not supposed to. The frame is less sturdy as is the swingarm.
@@lesterharris6197 I make sure not to overload my trailer and I've pulled it over 1200 miles so far.
I would love the get a trailer! Maybe one day after my wife starts riding more.
Great video… Thanks for sharing
Just got a blue F3T. Traded my Ryker
Loved my Ryker but the Spyder suits a 70 yo lady better
You will love the F3T!!
I am so confused you keep saying”this one” but I am not sure which one you are referring to”
Still he is pointing the camera at ”this one”, F3 or F3t when he is describing the differenties. Are you stupid for real?
Where can I buy the floorboards for the F3 t??
I liked the base F3 right from the jump and have added what I liked and felt I needed to make it uniquely my own. I'm guessing there just wasn't enough demand to keep building bikes with the SM6 transmission but for a transitioning two-wheel motorcyclist it was just what I needed....one less thing to learn. Ryde safe buddy.
I hear you! I love the SM6 and I so wish the new Spyder was one. Stay safe!
I have a f32 with the semi auto box. My girl has a ST manual and although the auto is brilliant and doesn’t require any learning I prefer the manual box which I feel I have more control
I can agree with that!
Which one rides nicer or smoother?
Do you recommend that BRP two up shock you bought? My stock one just blew out at 10,000 miles.
Depends on you weight and how you ride. It's the same shock it just has a different spring to support a little more weight. I ran it 2 years with no issues but it's still soft.
@@spyderryder I can't believe elka is the only one to make an aftermarket shock for the F3 and they want $800 for it. I refuse to pay that much for a shock. I weigh about 220 and I mostly ride myself.
Just keep in mind it's the same shock just a better spring. I had mine for 2 years with no issue. If you did not mind the OEM shock you will be fine with the 2 up shock.
Really nice comparison review!👍
Thank you!
I don't feel any need for a screen on my F3-S. Touring? I have my Shad bags, the same as yours.
I'm going to be honest I don't us the BRP GO app on the F3T. I use my phone for maps and music on both spyders. I need to play with the new system I just love how simple it is to use my phone in a RAM mount
Great video.
Thank you
Will the F3 T seat fit on the base model F3? I want to add a seat for 2up riding.
It will!
Thank you for a great review & run through of both your spyder's, very informative. I'm still not 100% sure if I should go with the F3S or F3T , Im leaning more toward the S as I will never tour on it with my spinal disability, that's difficult/painful enough in my Lexus 460 Barge. I only have two real concerns, one if your an ex-biker you may be able to help me with, the second only a 30 minute test ride will let me know if my spine will allow me to buy one. Being an ex-biker myself (before my RTA & damaged spine & now FSHD between my ''behind'' & shoulder blades) my concern being that in an emergency situation where Ive got to hit the brakes I will naturally reach for the handle bar brake leaver which isnt going to help me much. I am aware of a (I think) ISCI after market handle bar brake leaver system I'm very tempted to buy & have fitted before I pick the beast up & ride her home. Any thoughts, words of wisdom you can share with me would be very much appreciated. Wishing you health & happiness, Mike S.
So the F3 is really fun to ride but the rear shock can be soft and easy to bottom out and with spine issues that might be an issue. The F3t is softer and adjustable with air. The F3 and F3T are feet forward will that be OK? If not you Get ultimate floorboards which are great and will let you put your feet straight down.
You can get the hand brake but I have never had issues finding the brake if I need to stop fast..it's a very fast learn you only have a foot brake!! Best wishes and let me know how it goes! Good luck
@@spyderryder Thank You for sharing your thoughts, it really is appreciated. Feet forward / floorboards will be ideal & give me the chance to move my feet/legs when comfort requires it. My spine isnt in great shape with four crushed vertebrae its mechanics make me lean forward but now with no muscle between my back side & shoulder blades standing with a strait back is a physical impossibility, sitting is slightly easier but Im never really going to know until I throw my leg over one to prove if its possible or not. I have my fingers crossed that will happen soon but my local can-am dealer is 120 miles away the next 435, sadly they always have stock where the local one hasnt had anything this year, a drive of 400 plus miles would wipe me out for two days.. I will drop you a line when I've had a test ride. Thank you again for your thoughts, it is appreciated. Wishing you health & happiness, Mike S
@@mikesloper7112 feel your pain brother I broke mine back in the 80's so I would like to add some suggestions. Floor boards a must have and definitely a back rest just did a 1200 mile round trip to the mountains and my back felt better when I got home then when I left.
@@willbk392 Hi Will Bk, thank you for your thoughts, I have finally made a decision & am going to buy an F3S given a test ride doesnt leave me crippled for days after (as & when the local dealer can make that happen, alternatively it means a flight up country to a local airport & then hire a car for a 50 mile hike to that dealer.) all this to get a leg over. That sadly doesn't bode well for buying one & then getting it shipped to me, there are times I really do think we are truly a third world country. (one step at a time) Floor boards, I totally agree, just be able to move (fidget) safely is on! Yes Ive been giving the back rest some thought, on the positive side if I can sit close enough to it perhaps it will let me flex over it now & then. On the negative, my spine protrudes / is proud of my back ( imagine ships keel, I cant lay on my back without rocking to either side) However, I think the back rest is a good idea unless I was rear ended, that could be difficult. Just wondering if your back when you got home comment is down to the vibration/harmonics of the spider that literally free's up/relaxes the vertebrae effectively giving you a massage over that 1200 miles. If that happens to me I'll end up living on it. Thanks for your thoughts, very much appreciated. Wishing you health & happiness fella !!
@@mikesloper7112 I think the back rest made me set up straight which helped my back.
It's interesting to me that the base F3 can't be ordered with a cruise control, but it's even available on the Ryker 600. To get the cruise on the base F3 you have to have the module from an F3S installed after delivery. I don't understand why BRP does it that way. Anybody have an idea why? Anyway, good content. God bless, Rob
What I have heated the base F3 was built with a price in mind and they deleted the whole harness.
I'm with you a base F3 with base suspension and a possible standard transmission and cruise control would be cool!!
@@spyderryder Absolutely, I just need a cruise to keep me legal!
Lol I understand!! I have a heavy right hand as well.
Cruise is simple to install cost me 300 with shipping and an hour to install
What year and make of spyder?
Thanks for sharing ... great info man
Thank you for watching
The F3 Base has 100 hp compared to the other F3 models with 115 hp.
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Owned a sea to sky got rid of it didn't like very uncomfortable to ride just didn't like it
You can no longer get a Spyder with a SM6, they are all SE6's
Yep they did that a couple years ago. I understand why but I do like the SM6 over the SE6.
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None of the above. F3 s is way better lol
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