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Are new Spyder RT’s too wide?


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Check out wattsonwheels.info  They have a Volvo with a stacker behind the cab to carry two Spyders.,  I've seen the truck, but they didn't have the Spyders with them so I can't advise which model they're loading.  I do know my wife's F3-S is still too long.  It has no luggage attached.

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1 hour ago, rickeieio said:

Check out wattsonwheels.info  They have a Volvo with a stacker behind the cab to carry two Spyders.,  I've seen the truck, but they didn't have the Spyders with them so I can't advise which model they're loading.  I do know my wife's F3-S is still too long.  It has no luggage attached.

The Spyder is overwidth when loaded crosswise, but not by as much as a smart. We built the Watts stacker, so if you have questions let me know. They carry two F3's.

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Jack, you are correct, in that the F3-S is only 104", and according to the Can-Am web site, the F3-T is 102.2.  I believe the model with the top trunk is a bit longer.

KW T-680, POPEMOBILE
Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN
Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row
Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer.
contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net

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I didn't look up specs on the RT, just 2018 F3-S and T.  The RT is the one with LOTS of luggage.  Yes, you'd have to swing the rear end over a lot.  And it's footprint is a triangle, so it would be harder than it first appears.  I'll also say, the back of the S is heavy, but at least has handles.  Not so with the T or RT, which are heavier to boot.

KW T-680, POPEMOBILE
Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN
Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row
Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer.
contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net

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Duh.  I was thinking loading two, not one.  Yes, if you're gonna drive up a ramp anyway, just extend it to the right spot.  The rear trunk on the RT is pretty tall.......

KW T-680, POPEMOBILE
Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN
Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row
Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer.
contact me at rickeieio1@comcast.net

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