Here is the link to that thread here on VBA.
http://www.vulcanbagger.com/forums/s...ghlight=Spyder
I do like my Spyder and it serves its purpose well for my needs.
I would recommend the extended warranty for these things -- but not the most expenseve version. BPR provides two versions; with both called the "BEST Warranty". I opted for their "less-expensive" 5-year "BEST" warranty.
These machines are "quirky" -- however I must say that most all of these problems have been covered starting with the 2011 model to include their suspension and steering appear issues.
I would only recommend the RTS with the SE5 (automatic-paddle-shift transmission) because it has better performance. (I have the SE% and love it.).
Hope this helps. Be sure to let me know if you or anyone have any more questions. These things are not cheap and they might want to ask more about it; which I would be more than happy to help with.
Greg Wilson