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    Default DESS ERROR

    It happened again. Stranded in Pennsylvania with the dreaded DESS ignition error symbol. I have a 2014 RT-S. The dealer acknowledges they don't really know what the cause is.

    Googling search shows many Spyder owners have suffered the same. Has BRP done anything to fix this problem? Swagman.

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    Quote Originally Posted by swagman View Post
    It happened again. Stranded in Pennsylvania with the dreaded DESS ignition error symbol. I have a 2014 RT-S. The dealer acknowledges they don't really know what the cause is. Googling search shows many Spyder owners have suffered the same. Has BRP done anything to fix this problem? Swagman.
    It would be bike by bike. Most of us have not experienced that issue.
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    There is a post by DEANNE at least 20 pages relating to the problem along with other posts here.
    Do a SEARCH!

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    Quote Originally Posted by swagman View Post
    It happened again. Stranded in Pennsylvania with the dreaded DESS ignition error symbol. I have a 2014 RT-S. The dealer acknowledges they don't really know what the cause is.

    Googling search shows many Spyder owners have suffered the same. Has BRP done anything to fix this problem? Swagman.


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    2014 RT/S , Black

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    Quote Originally Posted by PaladinLV View Post
    There is a post by DEANNE at least 20 pages relating to the problem along with other posts here.
    Do a SEARCH! AJ
    http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...ght=DESS+error
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    Yes DESS module and or ignition switch.

    Read the thread posted above.

    Turn key on and off a few times and or leave for awhile come back and try to start bike. Get home and have repaired ASAP>

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    Default Oh yeah !!!

    There is a lot to read about it here. Once it fails the best thing is to have the dealer replace the switch and module. Otherwise it will only get worse. I would make sure they change both...
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    Wish I were closer, could have you up and running in less than 10 minutes and never see that error again. Truly wish more dealers would allow owners to just turn this defective system off.

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    I agree. Best thing to do is have the DESS disabled. Everytime I see these posts, I look to see where they live. I can disable it, but Maryland is too far.
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    Quote Originally Posted by trikermutha View Post
    Yes DESS module and or ignition switch.

    Read the thread posted above.

    Turn key on and off a few times and or leave for awhile come back and try to start bike. Get home and have repaired ASAP>
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    Quote Originally Posted by PaladinLV View Post
    There is a post by DEANNE at least 20 pages relating to the problem along with other posts here.
    Do a SEARCH!

    AJ
    AJ, Name correction : Deanna777.

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    Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue

    Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
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    Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
    Gremlin Bell
    Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
    Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
    SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
    Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
    Ultimate F3 Floorboards
    Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
    Sway Bar with Links
    Rolo Laser Alignment
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    Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
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    Quote Originally Posted by Chupaca View Post
    There is a lot to read about it here. Once it fails the best thing is to have the dealer replace the switch and module. Otherwise it will only get worse. I would make sure they change both...
    Also have the dealership open up a case with BRP. Deanna




    Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue

    Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
    Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
    Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
    Gremlin Bell
    Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
    Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
    SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
    Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
    Ultimate F3 Floorboards
    Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
    Sway Bar with Links
    Rolo Laser Alignment
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    Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
    2023 F3 LTD Special Series , N/A N/A Mineral Blue

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    I was having the same thing happening more and more frequent. I purchased a DESS Module from Cheap Motorcycle Parts, Part #710004916. I replaced that and have never had the DESS Key again. If you don't have warranty it is not hard to change yourself.
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    So you got that module replaced

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    Quote Originally Posted by trikermutha View Post
    So you got that module replaced
    Yes, I did it myself. It is not a hard thing to change it just takes some time.
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    Default getting my second one

    dropped it off at the dealer and waiting to get it back just as well haven't had time to ride any way.it better be back for Deadwood .

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    Picky, picky, picky!

    Quote Originally Posted by Deanna777 View Post
    AJ, Name correction : Deanna777.

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    With the 2015, the module replacement corrected the vast majority of that model year.
    With 2014, you better get both replaced or you are headed for future problems.

    AJ
    Quote Originally Posted by trikermutha View Post
    So you got that module replaced


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    Kuryakyn Black Widow Pegs Rivco Highway Brackets
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    Quote Originally Posted by PaladinLV View Post
    Picky, picky, picky!
    Most/and people on this site know me as Deanna777 or Deanna.

    Deanna




    Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue

    Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
    Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
    Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
    Gremlin Bell
    Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
    Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
    SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
    Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
    Ultimate F3 Floorboards
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    Sway Bar with Links
    Rolo Laser Alignment
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    Quote Originally Posted by PaladinLV View Post
    With the 2015, the module replacement corrected the vast majority of that model year.
    With 2014, you better get both replaced or you are headed for future problems.

    AJ
    Deanna




    Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue

    Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
    Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
    Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
    Gremlin Bell
    Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
    Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
    SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
    Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
    Ultimate F3 Floorboards
    Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
    Sway Bar with Links
    Rolo Laser Alignment
    Half Cover


    Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
    2023 F3 LTD Special Series , N/A N/A Mineral Blue

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