2014 Rotax 1330 Ace Engine

[TmanOK]

I just watched a Can-Am video on this new engine.

Here are there recommendations for service.

Break in - 3,000 miles

Oil Change - 9,300 miles

Coolant & Spark Plugs - 28,000 miles

Transmission Filter - 28,000 miles

Valve Adjustment - Never

Sine the 2014 will be my first purchase, I would appreciate experienced owners comments.

Thanks.




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[NautiBrit]

Mileage is just one factor, you must also consider time. Some riders may take 5 years to get to 28,000 miles while others are there in a season. Initially, stick with the manufacturers recommendations, that way your warranty will not be jeopardized.

[Bob Denman]

It appears to me that BRP has taken a swing at addressing owners' complaints about the cost of servicing these bikes!

[TmanOK]

It interests me because the dealer I am considering is an hour and a half away.


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[Bob Denman]

You travel as far as you need for the best service for these bikes...

[TmanOK]

Yes. There is one dealer here. But I don't feel food about them.


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[Knarfoh]

Since the 2014 will be my first purchase, I would appreciate experienced owners comments.

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Comments about what? No one has any experience with the 2014 models. How can anyone comment? Consumer Reports doesn't rate new models or major redesigns because there's no practical experience to base anything on. Six months after the 2014 models have been out there, that is when you should be looking for comments.

It's a crapshoot to be the first in line for the new Spyders, The 2013 models strayed from the previous design and look what happened there!

[Chupaca]

great..!! Only comment. If it all works out as planned. Time will tell..!!

[TmanOK]

I was referring to the suggested maintenance schedules.

I have never seen spans like that.


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[jerpinoy]

maintenance

[fastfraser]

If the 2014 is as easy to service as my 2011, I will change the oil and filters (oil & Tranny )every 5-6,000 miles just for piece of mind. I think 9,200 miles is a lot to ask of your oil .

[ulflyer]

If the 2014 is as easy to service as my 2011, I will change the oil and filters (oil & Tranny )every 5-6,000 miles just for piece of mind. I think 9,200 miles is a lot to ask of your oil .

I agree. While most cars today go that long and my '13 accord calls for filters every other oil change, I wouldn't feel comfortable with such long usage on a bike. Curious to see where the transmission filter is located and what type it will be.

[Bob Denman]

I'm looking for the shop manuals to become available online...

[MidLifeCrisis]

I'll wait for the * in the service interval. There's almost always something associated with a * or ** or *** that says you're well within the exception or extreme conditions. At least, it matters here in AZ. Both of my cars have the above designations with regards to extreme conditions...heat - check, dust - check...in for service we go.

[cuznjohn]

someone told me that this new motor has been around a few years and used in some other snow mobiles is this right

[Wiredux]

If you take a look at the owners manual. It states miles or 1 year. Which ever is first.




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[murphybrown]

It interests me because the dealer I am considering is an hour and a half away.


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...Get warmed up...1 1/2 hr is a hop, skip and jump...you are blessed to have a dealer that close and you will be twice blessed if he is knowledgeable on all things ..In case he isn't then just ryde until you find the CHOSEN ONE...... are so worth the effort... on doing your research for your adventure into hood....

[spydercatjohn]

Oil change will probably be 9300 miles or 1 year whichever comes first. Since most people will ride less than 4500 miles annually (the current oil change mileage) the cost of an oil change will remain the same, about $300 per year. But there will be savings from no valve adjustment, about $600 which is good.

[billybovine]

someone told me that this new motor has been around a few years and used in some other snow mobiles is this right

No, this engine was developed for the Spyder. The confusion may come from that the design was based on what BRP calls ACE (Advanced Combustion Technology). Same technology used in a different engine. Snowmobiles don't use gearbox transmissions built into their engines.

[TmanOK]

Thank you wiredux. I have saved those.



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[TmanOK]

Thank you murphybrown. I try to do research so I can make an informed decision.

Thank you to all you wonderful Spyder riders for your help!!


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[Bob Denman]

No, this engine was developed for the Spyder. The confusion may come from that the design was based on what BRP calls ACE (Advanced Combustion Technology). Same technology used in a different engine. Snowmobiles don't use gearbox transmissions built into their engines.

It is based upon those four-stroke triples...
but it's been in the works and getting street-testing for the past three years...

[Bob Denman]

Thanks for those pics of the maintenance information!

[ARtraveler]

RE: Service Intervals: Longer than on previous models--hence the comments about less maintainece costs.

RE: Experience out there: Other than prototype information, many are still waiting to pick up and start driving their machines--once the dealer's get them. It's going to take three to four months till we have some good information covering a few thousand miles of actual operation.

[Bob Ledford]

Yes. There is one dealer here. But I don't feel food about them.


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Check with your local
Better Business Bureau is one good source and the Credit Department at some of your local banks.