I got my first Spyder RTL last year at age 57. Never rode a motorcycle before. I didn't find the learning curve that hard because I didn't have the motorcycle experience. For me, it was getting used to be in the open, close to the road at high speed that was the most frightening. It took some time to get passed that, but its fine now and I enjoy the ride very much.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎 Have fun riding!
@rockymtnbri Жыл бұрын
You and I are the same age and have the same experience! Good luck! I've been playing with Rever to map rides - from right down the street to Vancouver and beyond! Baby steps!
@debralarive3 жыл бұрын
Hubby is a retired Submarine Sailor who bought a 2020 RT Limited a month ago. Then he went back 2 weeks ago and bought me one-I’m 59 and have never even riden a bicycle, let alone a motorcycle. I took the 2-day class last week and passed! We are going to the 3 Wheeler Rally in Deadwood, SD in July. Nice video! Thanks!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome! Have fun riding!😎
@tyronestewart37563 жыл бұрын
I will be taking my Can An class next month and I worry about learning to ride at 66 yrs old but I want to ride and enjoy my Life riding
@vicluncinski52583 жыл бұрын
Proud of you DAD..That's what it's all about. Family.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Love Family Time!! 😎
@la_old_salt22413 жыл бұрын
Nice little rip with CB4 there Coach. Let CB4 know from an old DD sailor to a young nuke sailor, I say thanks for your service. Rob, USNR 1987-1995
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch! 😎
@jerrysammons45463 жыл бұрын
Passed my Spyder course today. Best time I have ever had with my Pants on in a long time. Thanks for your video and support. 64 years of age.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! Congratulations!!!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😎
@jimjenkins39283 жыл бұрын
Lmbo....Dude you were having a blast with your boy on that ride. It was in your voice & all over your face. Good for you bud. But your son was wrong on one aspect. I AM that guy who has only driven a car & never a motorcycle or ATV of ANY kind ever until I purchased my Spyder RT limited last December 5th 2020. I road it home 133 miles from Tulsa to Yukon Oklahoma down Rt66. Learning as I went. So yeah, there is a guy (me lol) out there & it is very easy to pick up & learn. Great video again CB.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Great story. Thanks for sharing! 😎
@deborahchoplin98883 жыл бұрын
I loved your daughter-in-law's comment, "You look goofy". Made me laugh. Great video.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
That was funny! 😎
@ThreeWheelTherapy3 жыл бұрын
They are easy to ride, but this also leads to over confidence for new riders. The reasons for the nanny are partly because of this. It won't save you if you get overly aggressive. Also there is road skills that are needed to be learned to survive out there.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
Excellent point... this point should not be overlooked and has to be taken seriously. The perils of riding a motorcycles are very real and always present. 👍👍👍 Development of our riding skills never stop. I am always learning. This will be a great future topic. Thanks for the much needed reminder.
@williamdenson57683 жыл бұрын
Agreed! you still have to be very alert and use all those defensive driving skills.
@eddcurry12453 жыл бұрын
Though he speaks to, teaches, to two wheeled riders: McRider has excellent youtube videos on road strategy and road skills.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@ThreeWheelTherapy3 жыл бұрын
@@eddcurry1245 i watch his channel also. Much info on strategy is useful in trike ryding also
@scottbennett643 жыл бұрын
Fun video. Bought my first Spyder and brought it home yesterday, so I'm getting used to it. Always enjoy watching your videos.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Enjoy your Spyder! Gonna be lots of fun!😎
@williamdenson57683 жыл бұрын
I love the brake i feel it stops great. Again the learning curve. I've been riding my Spyder for a year and every now and again I reach for the the hand brake LOL but it is a great machine!
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
They really do work well. It was definitely an odd feeling the first time I reached out for that front brake and it wasn’t there. Thanks for watching. 👍👍👍👍
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎 The Spyder IS fun!
@billwilliams95273 жыл бұрын
Come on Bob3, a nuke boat sailor can easily drive a Spyder, get it going and it literally drives itself. From from an old DD sailor, nice to meet a modern day fast boat sailor. Blessings on those 'silent service' missions.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
He is “sailor” through and through. We laughed hard yesterday while making this video. It was a ton of fun having him do this. I will certainly forward your encouraging words to him. 👍👍👍⚓️⚓️⚓️
@billwilliams95273 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob, none of my biz, but he has done well as a sailor, I think he's an E6, he'll be E7 CPO in no time. I'm aware sea time takes him from home, and that's tough,, but he can retire in 19 years 6 months , that will give him 20, then a new career awaits if he wants.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
@@billwilliams9527 I keep telling him he is almost half way to 20. I’d love to see him ride out the storm til getting a pension. Only time will tell. He’s thinking on this one. It’s a life changing decision on so many levels.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. As much as I would LOVE to have him “home”, I hope he stays in. It’s all about the future and security. And... he’s well respected! 😎
@billwilliams95273 жыл бұрын
Know you both are proud of him and his family, he will make the right decision. Wasn't it great they made the trip? Lots of family bonding, I'll say Bob4 laughed almost as much as Bob3, he was a happy camper. Coach Vic, have a wonderful Sunday, the Good Lord smiles upon you.
@tripletreading69933 жыл бұрын
He rode that like a pro. My better half had the same experience - 5 minutes of teaching and she was off an running. It's cool viewing a spyder on the road from behind.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
If was fun watching him go! Thanks for watching!! 😎
@mybudinesd45453 жыл бұрын
He’s a young person that’s the mindset of young people fearless and know it all mentality.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
He's not a Know it All... But he certainly knows more than I did at 25...LOL
@mybudinesd45453 жыл бұрын
@@CoachBob3 They have access to more information than we ever had at 25 years of age.
@PeaceBestill-id3uq5 ай бұрын
This video helped me a great deal. I just recently bought my Spyder and have never ridden one. This gave me a little more confidence. You're an awesome dad as well. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. You have helped me so much. Keep up the great work. I'm a new subscriber of yours. Blessings my friend. My name is David
@602North3 жыл бұрын
LOVED this video. He’s a chip off the block! My wife is taking the 2-day Spyder class in a few weeks and I’m excited to see how much she likes it. Beautiful day here in NC and I’ll be going out for a ride myself.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
He cracked me up. He’s definitely a sailor. He held nothing back. Awesome news about your wife riding. Y’all have fun my friend!!!!👍👍👍😎😎😎
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome... your wife getting ready to ride!!😎
@N3RPB3 жыл бұрын
Good video. A very nice family. Your grandchild looks adorable. Thanks to your son for his service. Glad you guys got to spend time together
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!😎
@jerrysammons45463 жыл бұрын
Great video, going for my M3 license next week at 64. Never owned a motorcycle. Waco, Texas. Thanks Coach !!!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
🎉 You’ll do great..and have a blast!!😎
@dalemitchell-huntingmcridi30213 жыл бұрын
Coach Bob. I have ridden motorcycles for 40 years. I agree, I do miss not having the hand brake on the Spyder. I may have it added, not sure what the cost is. My last two motorcycles were Honda Goldwings, so I do miss the leaning!!! I had no issues when I was riding solo to scrape the pegs in the corners! For comfort the Spyder is the best I have ridden! Stability the Spyder is better! can’t wait for the riding season to start in Central New York! Keep the videos coming!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!! You’re right, the Spyder is a GREAT ride!! 😎
@rockymtnbri Жыл бұрын
CoachBob - thanks so much for this video. I'm a guy who got a motorcycle license years ago - but NEVER rode one outside of a road course. I'm glad I have no muscle memory to unlearn, in that respect. With that being said, I am on my way to purchasing a 2023 Spyder RT Limited! Your son's experience on your Spyder gives me confidence that I can get out there and ride! First thing - I will be taking a two-day riding course for the Spyder next weekend! Once I have my own, it'll be practice, practice, practice! I've already picked some local rides to do that I've done as drives, so no surprises on the roads.
@chill627512 ай бұрын
I'm one of those few your son is speaking of. I've never rode a 2 wheeler. The Spyder is my first open air vehicle. Can Am made the Ryker for younger segment. He should test ride one of those.
@rockyj27693 жыл бұрын
I put a down payment on a new 2021 RT Limited Dark Thursday. Traded out my Hardly for a smoother ride. At 66yoa I'm shaky enough. The timing of this video could not have been better.
@eddcurry12453 жыл бұрын
Traded in my big HD last year, at age 62, for the RTL so I can ride until the end of the line.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Perfect!!😎
@billwilliams95273 жыл бұрын
Yes, of course. As seniors, we can only pass along experience. With wife and family, makes the decision that much more difficult.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@hansottevanger4112 Жыл бұрын
I just got a Spyder after over 50 years on two wheels and I can tell you he makes it look a lot easier to adapt to the Spyder, maybe cos hasn’t been on a bike for some time but I can tell I have had some very powerful bike but none have scared me as much on the first ride
@CoachBob3 Жыл бұрын
That sensitive steering and that feeling ion the turn will definitely get your attention. It does get way better. Hang in there brother!!!
@rockyj27693 жыл бұрын
My wife has a Can-Am Ryker and it was tough to not reach for the front brake after getting off my Hardly. Also then remembering to use the front brakes when getting back on the Hardly. Thank you Bob 4 for your service.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment and kind words!!😎
@loriwillits69132 жыл бұрын
After years of 2 up with hubby, I bought my first Spyder in 2012. I was 58. I researched and read a ton on the Spyder Forum. I rode it home 90 miles with hubby following in the car. Surprisingly I didn't have any issues. First time rider. That being said my husband had a heck of a time the first time he rode it. He tried to ride it like his Harley. :)
@ervinruss3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Coach Bob. I'm pretty sure I smiled the whole time while watching this video. Great job as usual.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed it!!!! 😄😎
@khadijahdavis15722 жыл бұрын
This was so enjoyable to watch especially the after interview, i loved when his mom says "i think you look very cool on it", and then her son says "well thanks mom" 🤣, that is so a me when it comes to my adult son, we as mothers always are gonna be our sons biggest fans😊, new subscriber here coach, you have a beautiful family, god bless you all
@CoachBob32 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the great comment and supporting the channel. We are glad you’re here.
@frankjarman30983 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, there are very few out there that show the Spyder going down the road except from the view of the windshield. I enjoyed looking at the machine from the perspective of another rider.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
I agree. It was fun to watch and see from a different perspective. 😎
@henryhonda84083 жыл бұрын
Watch TheSmoaksVlogs..... husband and wife often do a dual vlog with her riding the Spyder RT and hubby riding one of his 6 motorcycles behind her.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
HenryHonda .... I watch them. They’re good!!😎
@602North3 жыл бұрын
I did wonder if he would downshift himself and he answered that question 😁. I downshift myself for a bit more spirited riding.
@williamdenson57683 жыл бұрын
Yes I like to down shift myself.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@mybudinesd45453 жыл бұрын
Young men all always love speed dad is worried but the son is all about the speed.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
Me worry? .... Never... Thanks for watching!!
@halparmley90773 жыл бұрын
To take notice your instructions at startup, I noticed you released the park brake before you started it. With the parking brake problems in the 18-19 models, it was recommended to me to always start the Spyder before releasing the brake. Just a thought... Looks like you had fun..!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😄😎.
@RFspyder0073 жыл бұрын
Nice CA stop at 8:30. Probably should have made a complete stop.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Basically a dead-end road. 😎
@ctmediaservices28193 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video of your son's first ride on the Spyder. I'm about to buy my first one so this was a MAJOR help. At 60 years of age I'm about to get my travel on with my wife!:)
@cj1jones3733 жыл бұрын
@ Daniel Niquette, same here never drove a bike before just a car, although I did ride on the back of a bike. My Can Am is my first bike. The hardest thing and scariest thing for me was the turns at higher speeds, needed a lot of practice on that. I am right handed and I found the left turns were the hardest. I Still come up on a mountain curve occasionally that takes me by surprise and is a little scary, but the more I ride the better I get.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎 Have fun!!
@hadtobe45023 жыл бұрын
It looks a terrific way to feel the breeze without the hassle of balancing a two wheeler. I think I would miss the freedom of easily getting around traffic rather than being stuck in it. As you said - cut from a different cloth.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@the-d-man10133 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Look like you had fun out there with your son. I guess the new KZbin channel will be cb34🤣🤣🤣. As always keep up the good work keep the videos coming🔥🏍🏍🏍🏍
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@thetoddfather81636 ай бұрын
My wife and I just bought a 2021 F3 Limited I'm a sailor please tell your son to make sure he get all injuries of any kind on record with medical so when he gets out he can file a claim and win easily
@22pcirish8 күн бұрын
I’ve noticed that some people have had a brake modification that puts the brake operation up to a handle, on the bars, just like a normal bike.
@jimroscovius3 жыл бұрын
The first couple times my wife rode with me she commented that I was on or crossing the center line. It's very easy to do.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
I agree! But it sure is fun to ride! 😎
@johnjakubowski23043 жыл бұрын
CB3- Thank you for your message about EPass. I appreciate that you took the time out of your busy schedule to message me back. Your advice is spot on! I am going to try mounting to the inside of my from truck and When I do go on a toll road, I will let you know how it works out. Thanks again! Cocoa Jake
@randalldeansmith24173 жыл бұрын
I’m feeling a little bit more comfortable about riding on three wheeler now, now that have see you and James ride it. I’m glad to see both are riders.
@randalldeansmith24173 жыл бұрын
You what they say “ insight is better than foresight” I shouldn’t have given up on my Texas drivers license? I wouldn’t have to go through this again! On I have to get a drivers permit to just practice? Not concerned about getting my drivers license, but I’m concerned about getting my motorcycle license? Just found out I can only ride a three wheeler! Bummer! Wish it was like regular motorcycle licenses! I also like the way your dad and you two answer every comment, 👍
@endeavortrikes3 жыл бұрын
I always give the same advice to all new riders. Lock your arm and push to steer, don't lean, relax or ride one handed until you do relax. Ignore any advice about laser alignment or pushing with legs squashing the tank and other unhelpful nonsense. Anyone who rode snowmobiles or ATV will catch on in minutes. Life time MC riders will have the hardest time as they can't understand how it turns without leaning. Once they learn to relax then life is good
@terryfloyd94808 ай бұрын
Great video, I bought my 2023 Can Am Spyder RT Limited about two months ago. I have ridden a motorcycle for 50 years. Sold my Harley about three years ago and Bought the spyder. Your video has helped me understand a few things. BUT I am still having issues with over steering, kind of scary JS. I have ridden on the back roads, and on the hwy once. Nevertheless I rode back home thinking I am never going to be able to ride this thing. My wife LOVES to ride with me and I need to concur this fear. I will continue to ride more and more and am sure it will get better. Again Great video and Go Get Em. the floydstr
@jimparr54123 жыл бұрын
Took a min to get used to the normal spyder sound sounding more like an sv. 😊
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@alanmiles72973 жыл бұрын
A very useful video thanks. I'm in the UK and considering getting a Spyder, currently have a Yamaha FJR1300 and it's getting a bit heavy for me with the wife on the back. Getting on now aged 69yrs young. So thank you again we have checked out dealers and are looking forward to a test ride. Stay safe out there over the pond.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
I always get excited when I get comments from folks all over the world. WOW!!!! Thank you for watching and commenting.. I really appreciate it!!!
@kennethlorino9214 Жыл бұрын
I am 52 and never ridden a motorcycle, hopefully getting my Spyder next year, am a little nervous since only used to driving a car. mostly automatic nothing manual.
@jameswright83742 жыл бұрын
Hey Coach, I've gotta tell you, this vid was very well put together. I just got my spider a couple of days ago. Yes, it's very different just coming from street glide. I've watched several youtube vids in ref: to the Can - Am . This one , with the interview was very nicely done. It actually made me feel a little more confident. Just have to go slow with the speed.
@CoachBob32 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! We laughed a lot while making this video!!! It was a ton of fun!!! As riding should be. Thanks for watching!!!
@eddcurry12453 жыл бұрын
Great video. I want to get my wife (who has not ever drove a 2 wheel) to drive/ride the Spyder.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Yes! She should!! 😎
@eddcurry12453 жыл бұрын
HaHa, loved the Q&A: the son is a real chip off the cb3 block. ...
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎 I need to get them to do more videos together!!
@Buck19543 жыл бұрын
Happy to see him leaning in the curves, something you didn't tell him about. I'm a bit concerned about reaching for my ABS Front brake lever and finding nothing. But reaching into my 70's soon, and I feel it's a price to pay to keep the rider experience. My Yamaha's front brake lever, also controls the rear brake, because of ABS. I prefer it that way, not like the Goldwing.
@Scramblerkidd2 жыл бұрын
I owned a 2013 RS-S. Biggest thing I encountered was breaking myself of grabbing the front brake lever that wasn’t there. I sold the RS-S a while back and now looking at a 2022 RT Limited.
@LifeofMajik2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video. You guys did awesome. I got a 2012 spyder rss for my birthday and took the rider course.
@CoachBob32 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! Congratulations and thanks for watching and commenting!!!
@eddcurry12453 жыл бұрын
The spyder is steering sensitive. Took me a few hundred miles to get used to it
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎😎
@JamesCouch7773 жыл бұрын
The quick steering is a bit hard to get used to.
@TheHmmiller3 жыл бұрын
Majority of braking on heavy bagger is rear brake then on final moments stopping front brake.
@christopherabram7087 Жыл бұрын
I love it. Family is #1!
@jimroscovius3 жыл бұрын
I would have made him watch the safety video 🙂
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😎
@davidweaver47022 жыл бұрын
I understand this is a very late comment. But I am considering a Can-Am because I have a degenerative spinal condition, and cannot hold a motorcycle up any more. I am hoping it will make it possible to ride one of these to get the feelings I had for the past 20 years touring on a bike. The trouble is that in the UK there is no "Try a Can-Am" scheme like in the USA. Thanks for the quick briefing before the ride, and I need to get out and try one. Thanks for sharing. BTW... I am a UK veteran from the Army.
@stevel.32813 жыл бұрын
good times!!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Definitely!😎
@ES44AC-23 жыл бұрын
I'm going from my 2015 RTS SM6(manual) to a 2021 RTL SE6(Semi Auto) hopefully I de-program 40 years of manual experience.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
I still occasionally reach for the front brake and clutch. Those old habits for me definitely die hard. The semi automatic is quite a stress free ride though. I do like it a lot.
@waynepeters31743 жыл бұрын
Good Video
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!😎
@berniepapenfoth7153 жыл бұрын
Shame, shame Coach Bob! Passing on double yellows!
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
I’m a bad person. 😂😂😂
@khadijahdavis15722 жыл бұрын
I love this guy😊
@randyholmes60283 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎 Thanks a bunch!
@rachaelperry34146 ай бұрын
I just watched this video, and I wanted to say that I am 40 years old, been on the back but have never driven anything besides a car or truck, today was my first time ever driving a CanAm spider and I was petrified, so much so that on a 2 hour ride I didn’t get over 25mph…I found that I was having issues riding the yellow line, going down hill I’m letting off the throttle and hitting the brakes all the way down, felt every dip in the road and slowed down to almost a creep going around curves…after I made it back to the house he jumped on it and was flying to show me that it has great handling and such, my question is how do i make sure I’m not over steering or riding the line…. Your son looked amazing and I don’t know that I will ever get that comfortable on it…any tips?
@JohnBraman4133 жыл бұрын
your son would probably like riding the ryker. more sporty style for a younger person.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Understandably!! 😎
@rodgermorris83075 ай бұрын
Great video Coach Bob! Love the comment from your boy, “55 on the curves”! Lol! You’ve got a beautiful family brother ❤️❤️. I’m looking at the purchase of a Can Am spyder, I live in the Pacific Northwest (Prosser Washington)would you advise new or used? I’m kinda thinking new because don’t wanna buy someone else’s unknown issues! THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS, KEEP THE VIDEOS COMING! Gods Powerful Blessings to you and your beautiful family ❤
@williamdenson57683 жыл бұрын
Very good video!!!
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
Thank ya sir. I really appreciate it!!👍👍😎😎🏍🏍
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Thanks’😎😎
@BillPowers-qy8bpАй бұрын
Gosh I love wish I could have be your son. What a magnificent machine!
@CoachBob3Ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!!!
@MissDebbye3 жыл бұрын
The son would be shocked how many people have never ridden a motorcycle and bought Spyders as their first bike.
@johnvaleriewelbers29953 жыл бұрын
🤓😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦 sure that was great fun for both of ya. 🥂
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
👍😄 😎
@georgewassell7703 жыл бұрын
I have been riding 2 wheels fot about 42 years. I busted my hip leg and ankle all left side I'm unable to shift I'm thinking about a spider. Are they hard to get use to ride
@williamdenson57683 жыл бұрын
its a button on the left handle bar no clutch. Very easy learning curve the bike will down shift for you.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
It is very easy. My son had never even sat on a Spyder. A 3 minute talk and he said it was a solid and simple platform. You’ll love the experience. 👍😎🏍
@laflammr3 жыл бұрын
takes a while but worth it.
@nigeldunn44673 жыл бұрын
George the difficult thing for me at first was unlearning wanting to counter steer on a Spyder after a lifetime of riding two wheelers. After unlearning counter steering it was fairly easy to ride a Spyder and it is a lot of fun :)
@williamdenson57683 жыл бұрын
@@CoachBob3 yes it is I bought my F3 Limited a year ago and drove it home with no pre ride. Now I rode 2 wheels before. The ride home was about 60 miles and after about 30 miles or so I had it down.
@garymosteller34874 ай бұрын
Dear Coach- ❤ the vids!
@kurtfirestone27613 жыл бұрын
Can always put the aftermarket handbrake on them
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎
@BOOMER284013 жыл бұрын
love it
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
😎 Thanks for watching!
@anitaward44064 ай бұрын
Enjoyed the video. I haven't riden a Spyder. My husband bought me a Freewheeler last year and I am not comfortable riding it because of the clutch lever and toe lifts for gear. Gives me wrist cramps. Im considering trading it for a spyder. But im not sure if it would be worth it. Im 72 trying to teach an old dog new tricks.
@paulsoftley81702 жыл бұрын
Coach, I am 62, never ridden a motorcycle of any kind. I have been thinking of buying a spyder. I would appreciate your opinion on whether this is a good idea?
@airbnbacon3 жыл бұрын
Hey CoachBob, I'm a bloke coming up for my 50th in about a handful of years, and I'm considering getting a Spyder. I've always wanted a "freedom-ride" (eg. motorcycle) but due to risks, family, work et al it's been off the cards. Now my mid-life crisis is coming up and I would like one. I've never ridden a motorcycle (legally) and I was wondering if you think it would be a good fit for somebody like me?
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
I can truthfully say that’s everyone I’ve spoken with that was nervous about riding and drove my Spyder...went home with a smile. There is always risk ..due to other vehicle and obstacles..but .. I love riding the Spyder. I think you’d love it.
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Perfect for you! Easy to ride and lots of fun!!😎
@alexlewis90853 жыл бұрын
I rode a Goldwing and went to the Spyder so my passenger felt more secure, she can get on and off at her pace without worrying about me holding up a big big, do I miss the Goldwing heck yes, do I love my Spyder Heck Yes, go for it life is for living.
@airbnbacon3 жыл бұрын
@@alexlewis9085 yeah, the passenger benefit is something which attracts over a normal 2-wheeler for me.. would like to take this on long tours across Europe with the missus as well. She would never get on the back of a motorcycle but has said that she would happily get on the back of a CanAm
@jenniferherring89373 жыл бұрын
I think the bike feels weird when you are slowing down with the break and the bike downshift at the same time.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
It definitely take some getting used to. The entire CanAm experience was so odd for me in the beginning. Thanks for watching.
@johnjakubowski23043 жыл бұрын
Hey Coach Bob - It’s Cocoa Jake. Well I received my 2021 Spyder F3-S Special Series on April 21st and have been enjoying my ride! In fact, I put 895 miles on it in jus under two weeks. I had to break it in for the first 600 miles per CAN AM’s recomendations but, after that I could open it up a little bit. I am very. Happy with my purchase. I just took it in for it’s first service yesterday. There are a few outstanding issues with the dealership. I am waiting on a couple backordered parts that have not come in yet. I have a question for you. I have an e-Pass transponder with suction cups and I was trying to decide where I could put it. Do you have one? If so, where do you mount it? My Spyder does not have a windshield so I was going to try attaching it to the inside of my front trunk. Do you know if the transponder will work through thick plastic like the trunk material? I don’t have any immediate plans to go on toll roads but, when I do, I don’t want to sit in long lines to pay with cash. I do have a little cowling around the instrument cluster but, there is very little room between the two so, I don’t think I can get the transponder between the two. This was a great video. It reminded me of my first ride. It does take a little practice to become comfortable. Your son looks like he may become a future Spyder owner. I know that look! It is the same one I had! I absolutely love my Spyder. I also love watching your videos. I hope we can meet up sometime for a ride!
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
I have SunPass and had this discussion with them earlier this week. I traveled without my transponder and was concerned about getting a fine. The representative recommended..if I have the transponder.. it be not behind anything metal....she also told me as long as the vehicle was on my list that it would be billed by plate. My brother in law who is a South Florida guy told me he does not even own a transponder anymore... he just keeps his account updated with his 6 vehicle and 3 trailer registration tags. I am not sure if E-Pass and SunPass are the same.. but that's what SunPass told me. Hope this helps.. Ride safe.
@rogerward833 жыл бұрын
Does the Spyder have self canceling turn signals?
@602North3 жыл бұрын
Yes they do Roger
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
Yes sir it does. 👍👍👍
@duke87823 жыл бұрын
my 2014 RT does not
@blkbowhntr00873 жыл бұрын
Yes got it on my RT
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
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@jackgibsxxx07503 жыл бұрын
I keep down loading the owners manual for the spyder since the 2018 up to and including the 21. I'm going to git one soon. Would anyone like to gofundme?? 😂😂😂😂
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
Let’s both get a gofundme!!! That’s an excellent idea. 👍👍😎😎😂😂
@BasicParaStuffwithCoachVic3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!! I need a hand brake! Ha! 😎
@JamesCouch7773 жыл бұрын
I took my wife's Spyder to town the other day. My thoughts, the steering is so quick that it makes it a little twitchy in the corners, my right hand got a little numb, leaning on the corners helps it's nothing like a normal trike or motorcycle but it is fun in it's own way. At 55 the rpm's are about 4000, is that normal? Also, the foot position is uncomfortable for me. I can't stretch my legs out. That is probably my biggest complaint and I'm surprised that more people don't point it out.
@CoachBob33 жыл бұрын
The really sensitive is completely normal. You develop “a touch for that”. It takes a little while. The rpm’s are high. On my ROTAX 1330 at 70 mph I am right at 4000 rpms when we are 2 up and fully loaded pulling the trailer. Thanks for watching.
@tonymcflattie2450 Жыл бұрын
Coach Bob, do you prefer the lateral G on the trike or leaning on the bike?
@CoachBob3 Жыл бұрын
I honestly love the knee dragging lean the best. That said..the Spyder makes me smile every single time I am on it. It is a great platform...
@annettelujan80353 ай бұрын
Hello, I am very interested in buying a Can-Am spider. It is a used one 2011 RT could you give me advice on what to look at when buying a used?
@edwardwiebe80804 ай бұрын
The Spyder doesn't have good reviews . High maintenance