2011 Can Am Spyder RT
#1
   

When I look back at some of my old motorcycles as compared to the new steeds of today I have to say that they were pretty archaic. I remember having a 1985 Honda VF1000R, it was a great bike back in the day with its two-piece frame, quick release front wheel and V4 engine design, but by today’s standards the bike is an absolute dinosaur. These days motorcycle companies are trying anything and everything to get people back on the road, but one company in particular has decided to take a rather unorthodox approach.

   

Back in 2007 the Can Am Spyder RS was released to the public and upon its release was met with very mixed reviews. Some thought it was too much of a departure from a “real” motorcycle and yet others simply didn’t know what to make of it. At first glance you may think it looks like a snowmobile and quite honestly, you’d be right. You see Cam Am’s parent company, Ski-Doo has been building some of the best sleds out there for years so it seemed only natural that their first attempt at a road going machine would have a similar configuration. With two wheels up front and a single out back the Spyder is a trike in every sense of the word. It’s comfortable, looks great and has enough performance to get you excited in any gear.

   

It’s now almost 2011 and after 3 years of production the Can Am Spyder has secured itself a strong foothold as a great alternative to the traditional two-wheeled motorcycle. Aimed at a slightly older crowd Can Am also saw the need for more of a dress-up tourer as well and for 2011 they’ve stepped up to the plate with the new Spyder RT. With ample room for two and the luxury capacity of a mid-70?s Cadillac, the Spyder RT was developed for comfortable long range excursions that allow you to simply enjoy the trip without the worry of leaving something behind. Keep in mind that both the Spyder RS and RT are completely different from anything out there and while not a motorcycle, they can still fulfill that desire to ride and get you back out on the open road.
Reply
#2
I rode one of the Spyders last year at AMA motorcycle Vintage Days at Mid Ohio. It was a lot of fun. I had no trouble adapting to it as I regularly drive a sidecar rig. It had quite a lot of power and steered very easy. I saw a couple of the touring models this past summer on my Blue Ridge Parkway tour.
Reply
#3


You mean one like this one?
1985 Honda VF1000R.

Yes she is a dinosaur but she has taken me all over the United States.
I am now looking to trade her for another 1970 Mach 1 project car.


My next door neighbor has one of these Spyders, I ride it occasionally,
Its awesome.
$30,000 is high dollar but comfortable in the ride.


Attached Files Image(s)
   
Reply


Possibly Related Threads…
Thread Author Replies Views Last Post
  VIDEO-Mopar At The Strip Siljan 2011 Mach 1 Club 0 7,229 01-12-2012, 09:30 AM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club
  2011 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Mach 1 Club 3 12,078 12-22-2011, 12:37 PM
Last Post: 1969jimmach
  2011 Tesla Roadster Mach 1 Club 0 6,663 12-18-2011, 11:50 PM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club
  2011 Shelby GT350 Mach 1 Club 0 6,604 11-12-2011, 05:06 AM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club
  Official offroad Test 2011 Range Rover Sport Mach 1 Club 0 7,078 09-02-2011, 09:07 AM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club
  WATCH A 2011 MUSTANG GT 5.0 HUNT DOWN A BMW M3 COUPE - Motor Trend Mach 1 Club 3 13,163 05-05-2011, 06:54 AM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club
  2011 Barrett Jackson Mach 1 Sales Mach 1 Club 1 9,763 01-23-2011, 05:19 AM
Last Post: Rare Pony
  Mustang GT Makes C&D 10 Best Cars of 2011 Rare Pony 3 13,234 01-06-2011, 02:23 PM
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
  2011 Hennessey Venom GT at Idle Mach 1 Club 0 6,969 12-09-2010, 11:34 AM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club
  Barcelona, Spain on a 2011 Triumph Tiger 800XC Mach 1 Club 0 7,158 11-25-2010, 06:52 AM
Last Post: Mach 1 Club

Forum Jump:


Users browsing this thread: 1 Guest(s)
[-]
Latest Threads
What's One More Iron In The Fire!
Last Post: fram lee666
03-18-2024 06:21 PM
» Replies: 125
» Views: 238055
"Jacobra"
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
06-30-2023 11:13 PM
» Replies: 86
» Views: 150856
My old Queensland Ambulance
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
06-30-2023 11:08 PM
» Replies: 5
» Views: 1686
New member from San Jose, CA
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
05-09-2023 08:39 AM
» Replies: 12
» Views: 3957
Saving Seatbelts
Last Post: Jim
02-19-2023 10:23 PM
» Replies: 2
» Views: 9109
Sourcing new wheels
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
01-25-2023 02:34 PM
» Replies: 1
» Views: 1995
Shaker Air Filter
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
01-08-2023 02:24 AM
» Replies: 3
» Views: 1466
1971 Mach 1 parting out interior parts -...
Last Post: ylwhrse
12-22-2022 01:38 PM
» Replies: 0
» Views: 640
Painting
Last Post: Rare Pony
12-14-2022 06:24 PM
» Replies: 2
» Views: 1964
WELCOME ALL NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCE YOURSE...
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
08-31-2022 01:36 PM
» Replies: 82
» Views: 157027
1970 mach 1 matching numbers
Last Post: Kstweeter
08-31-2022 10:31 AM
» Replies: 1
» Views: 1086
Brake booster/servo hose length
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
08-23-2022 09:40 AM
» Replies: 7
» Views: 2995
New Member
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
08-20-2022 11:18 AM
» Replies: 2
» Views: 1498
smooth window operation on 70 Mach
Last Post: CUSTOMMISER
08-15-2022 12:10 PM
» Replies: 2
» Views: 1473
Blinkers on solid
Last Post: busted21
08-09-2022 03:58 AM
» Replies: 14
» Views: 8716
Blinkers on solid when lights on.
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
08-08-2022 12:06 PM
» Replies: 1
» Views: 1719
351 cj running hot
Last Post: busted21
08-08-2022 12:13 AM
» Replies: 5
» Views: 3403
Major Winter projects
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
07-09-2022 05:12 AM
» Replies: 49
» Views: 21264
Happy Fathers Day!!!
Last Post: JTS71 Mach1
06-20-2022 02:34 AM
» Replies: 0
» Views: 1685
1969 Raven Black 390 Looking For
Last Post: mason1958
06-11-2022 09:48 AM
» Replies: 10
» Views: 15079

>