[billybob]

well i took a test ride on the rt/s umm not to hard to come to a conclusion . LOVED IT while i do more touring than just short rides its every thing i wanted. the units they had may be a little different from production but they are nice. it is not as snappy as the gs/rs but it has plenty of power in its own differnt way more touring than sport . but that what it is . the ride ohh boy is this thing cush very luxury feel and ride. those handel bars, right on the mark . the trailer, the folks that tour and get this option we [us] will all love it . the only thing i would really like to see brp add standard on the rt/s, option mabey on the rt rt a/c modals is the rear trunk carpet with pockets.insert like what is avalable for the front trunks on the g/s r/s r/t models. just the visable plastic shell on the inside, side bag compartments ,and the rear trunk when you open the lids . kinda looks like they forgot something since the outside of the rt has the luxury touring look then you open up the lid and its plastic . kinda like getting a luxury car/ suv with rubber floor mats instead of carpet. but overall great job brp . this will be a hot seller

[spyderben]

billybobnbaxter, on 04 November 2009 - 08:47 AM, said:

well i took a test ride on the rt/s umm not to hard to come to a conclusion . LOVED IT while i do more touring than just short rides its every thing i wanted. the units they had may be a little different from production but they are nice. it is not as snappy as the gs/rs but it has plenty of power in its own differnt way more touring than sport . but that what it is . the ride ohh boy is this thing cush very luxury feel and ride. those handel bars, right on the mark . the trailer, the folks that tour and get this option we [us] will all love it . the only thing i would really like to see brp add standard on the rt/s, option mabey on the rt rt a/c modals is the rear trunk carpet with pockets.insert like what is avalable for the front trunks on the g/s r/s r/t models. just the visable plastic shell on the inside, side bag compartments ,and the rear trunk when you open the lids . kinda looks like they forgot something since the outside of the rt has the luxury touring look then you open up the lid and its plastic . kinda like getting a luxury car/ suv with rubber floor mats instead of carpet. but overall great job brp . this will be a hot seller

great post!
about the trim inside the storage compartments...maybe it's an opportunity for accessory sales?
auto parts places sell all kinds of organizer pouces and cd holders...

[TharkunRT]

Since both the side & top storage units have the option of the "soft bags", I look at it just like the trunk, without the liner is is a simple plastic finish, just my opinion.

[wheeling3]

Well today first ride on Can Am RT and RS..
I took first ride on RT and followed a person on RS and saw his machine
handled my nicer on corners and this person I followed had taken RT out before
I had and he placed 1K nite before on purchasing and believe he was disapponited
in RT feeling like it was top heavy and have to say I felt the same.
It is what it is but have to say they the dealer are going to try and lower it
and see if that feeling helps by lower the air and front suspension some.
Even the dealer sales rep felt
The Ride is so cushy and probably leads a little to why it feels top heavy
with the soft suspension..
The dealer would not let wife ride with me and she had to ride with sale rep and'
she felt nauseous on back with it being to soft of ride and bouncey..
On the freeway she said ride was good but in corners and turns she was not thrilled.
She took a ride on rider with RS and she was very excited with riding that over RT.
A woman with RS and her husband come it and took ride on RT and she had thoughts
of purchasing RT and she said she will keep her RS .
She and her husband both thought to soft a ride and felt tippsy and top heavy
with to little acceleration.
I then tried RS special Edition Black and wow what a difference in handling and
acceleration and the only few things I would do is bigger windshield and raise
handle bar approx 2 inches.
The dealer will call me when they lower suspension and will take another test ride on RT.
We spent 4 hours there and learned a lot and got a feel what others really thought on RT.
The guy wanted to sell his RS for 13K and dealer said it is only worth 10K with with 9k miles.
So I am pondering on purchasing a used one in case I am not happy and losing all that money
on a new one is what I have done on previous purchases..

This post has been edited by wheeling3: 22 November 2009 - 11:50 AM

[TharkunRT]

I was able to take advantage of working with the BRP demo team on Wednesday, was able to have over an hour of trying out the RT-S SE5, which was costly. Will be changing my order from the SM5 to the SE5.

[tjfischer]

TharkunRT, on 27 November 2009 - 01:22 PM, said:

I was able to take advantage of working with the BRP demo team on Wednesday, was able to have over an hour of trying out the RT-S SE5, which was costly. Will be changing my order from the SM5 to the SE5.

What did you like so much about the SE5?

I plan on doing a demo ride tomorrow, down in Irvine

[TharkunRT]

Just my opinion ...... but the RT SE 5 feels like it has been improved over the GS SE5 models I have tried in the past. Shifts smoother and the computer and I get along better when down shifting. Also with the additional weight of the RT-S, and the over all length with the trailer, have decided that the SE5 would be nice when in traffic in the cities.

[tjfischer]

I test drove the RT yesterday. It is a great ride. I liked the adjustable Windshield, the Heated grips, and Audio system. All in all there really wasen't anything I didn't like about it.

Although it would be a good idea for me to get one (I would'nt drive as fast). I am not ready for that yet. I enjoy sportiness of the GS/RS too much.

[TharkunRT]

*bump*

Any new reports of a demo ride ?

[Ken5517]

TharkunRT, on 04 December 2009 - 12:04 PM, said:

*bump*

Any new reports of a demo ride ?

We will be at the IMS at Long Beach, Ca tomorrow.

Demo out side and display inside

[TicketBait]

Ken5517, on 04 December 2009 - 01:19 PM, said:

We will be at the IMS at Long Beach, Ca tomorrow.

Demo out side and display inside

I went to the LongBeach IMS on Sunday Dec 6th and test rode the RS SE5 on the little training course and then the RTS SE5 I went around town and OMG fell in love, (no motorcycle experience before) I did some research and 9 days later put a deposit down on a RTS SE5 PE. I am gonna wait on the trailer for now, but if I plan longer trips, then I will get it.

As far as previous poster saying it felt top heavy, I don't have that feeling in my vocabulary, I think that comes from prior motorcycle lean and counter balancing (jmo)
I did just take the MSP course and take my license exam this week. (CA no special license neccessary) But wanted as much knowledge as possible, I am currently practicing taking the RTS demo in the parking lot of the dealership. Once I have the M1 license their insurance covers me on the streets while I learn.
BTW I down loaded the owners manual and printed out. tons of info!!

[Ken5517]

TicketBait, on 03 January 2010 - 11:03 AM, said:

As far as previous poster saying it felt top heavy, I don't have that feeling in my vocabulary, I think that comes from prior motorcycle lean and counter balancing

As far as top heavy that is removed with a personal setup of the RT for you and your road conditions that you typicaly ryde. This will vary with ryder conditions such as weight, 2 up, solo, freeway or winding roads.

I am currently playing with the front and rear suspension, I currently have reset the front from 3 to 5 for mountain ryding but would not do a crosscountry trip set at 5 I would lower back to 3 or maybe 4 position.

The rear had 55 psi from the factory and I increased that for my weight and load to 75 PSI with a possible max of 90 PSI.

I took my wife out for breakfast on the RT with it set on 5 in the front and 75 psi in the rear, while the front needed the 5 setting for 2 up the rear was set down from a stiffer seting of 4 out of 5 to a 2 position on the fly just to get close to the feeling of that factory cushy feeling.

The RT is a bike that allows you to play with the suspension to get the desired comfort for any ryder and road condition that you ryde.

Don't be afraid to change and try different setting and combinations that will get you that Iron butt ryde in total comfort.

If I can do it so can you - it's that easy.

[Tonga]

I have taken an RT Demo for a day and my wife loves it. I do like it and have ordered one. I will order a SwayBar from Evolution in CA. as soon as it is available. I had one on my 08 and just think it was the best addition to the bike's handling. I think those who think the RT is top heavy would find a great difference with the SwatBar added. I also think the RT with over 200 added lbs of weight needs a larger motor, a 1200 or 1400cc unit. I did not like the drive by wire but am sure I will get use to it. The riding position and comfort is what sold me plus the extra room for stuff. BRP have come a long way but think the engine size will be next but when? I was going to wait till next year but got overuled by my Wife. She loves the rear seating position and we will use the Spyder more. I am sure the Power is adequate but "JUST". Are you listening BRP????