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2014 Shift Point
Had a 2010 RT and now have a new 2014 RTS. The 998 loved high rpm's and a shift point of 4,000+. I've been out two days now on the 2014 with Eco mode on and it seems the shift point is around 2,500. Is this what others are finding? Going by this I'm in 6th at 45 mph.
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Yes, I used to shift my '10 at 5,000 rpms. I use the Eco on the '14 RTS.
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That sounds right to me. However, I have only used Eco mode for one tank of fuel. I would prefer water torture to Eco mode any day.
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
That sounds right to me. However, I have only used Eco mode for one tank of fuel. I would prefer water torture to Eco mode any day.
Water torture??
Like this??
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Yup! That's right...
Originally Posted by Papa
Had a 2010 RT and now have a new 2014 RTS. The 998 loved high rpm's and a shift point of 4,000+. I've been out two days now on the 2014 with Eco mode on and it seems the shift point is around 2,500. Is this what others are finding? Going by this I'm in 6th at 45 mph.
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Whether in ECO Mode or not, that's slightly above the lowest shift point recommended by BRP for the ACE 1330 /6 speed. Of course you can go higher, we do! Don't know yet how much it affects fuel economy. There are other members doing that testing currently and it will be interesting to see how driving style affects mileage and your level of enjoyment. I believe most would go with the enjoyment shift points
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2014 RT-S SE6 shift point 3,000 to 4,500 rpm; NO Eco mode 2,500 rpm is lugging motor
Originally Posted by Papa
Had a 2010 RT and now have a new 2014 RTS. The 998 loved high rpm's and a shift point of 4,000+. I've been out two days now on the 2014 with Eco mode on and it seems the shift point is around 2,500. Is this what others are finding? Going by this I'm in 6th at 45 mph.
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Hi,
I have 3,150 miles on my 2014 Spyder RT-S SE6 shifting between 3k to 4.5k rpm (1330 motor sweet spot) normal ryding; average 33 mpg.
Shifting 4k to 6.5k rpm the 1330 triple motor comes alive with awesome torque/power; average 32 mpg.
Shifting 3k to 4k ryding easy not over 75 mph I get 37.5 mpg.
I never lug motor 2.5k or below. Never in ECO mode. I like SpyderAnn01 comment "I would prefer water torture to Eco mode anyday"; ha!
I love the wailing sound of the 1330 triple motor so am on the throttle a lot throught the gears.
Mostly ryde in 5th gear aound town, etc. Only use 6th over 65 mph.
Don't be concerned about rpms, the new in-line 1330 triple motor loves to rev also like the 998.
Enjoy your new 2014 RT!!
(This is my preference)!
Jim
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SpyderAnn01, what is it that cause you to take water torture over the ECO?
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Don't use ECO mode and I will decide when to shift. I usually shift around 2,500-2,800 RPM's. City driving mainly in 4th gear. 5th gear usually in the 40's. Don't go into 6th gear until over 55-60.
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2014 Shifting is different!
Wow after riding my 2012 RTS for the last two years, the 2014 RTS is a lot different with shifting patterns. I turned on EcoMode on the way home from picking it up and I think it just confused me. As soon as the green arrow came on, I would shift. As soon as I would shift, it was like the green arrow instantly came on wanting me to shift again. Even when I was maintaining a constant speed right after shifting up, the green arrow would appear. It was like it was never happy with whatever speed I was in no matter what gear. It would just display a green arrow again taunting me to shift up again...
I feel like a zombie following the green shift arrow as it taunts me...
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I've been shifting this thing like a BMW 1200 twin - upshift between 3500 and 4000 and shooting to keep a constant 3000 rpm which is 40/4th 50/5th 60/6th - no eco mode - low mpg 35.9 - high mpg 42.4 That's just what works for me - Your results may vary
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Current Mods:
BRP Backrest
ISCI Hand Brake w/ cup holder
ISCI center screw RAM mount w/ universal holder
ISCI driver and passenger floorboards
FZ-1 fuse block
Powerlet 12-volt socket installed in front speaker grill
Stebel Nautilus Compact Horn
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Originally Posted by spyderyderjim
Hi,
I have 3,150 miles on my 2014 Spyder RT-S SE6 shifting between 3k to 4.5k rpm (1330 motor sweet spot) normal ryding; average 33 mpg.
Shifting 4k to 6.5k rpm the 1330 triple motor comes alive with awesome torque/power; average 32 mpg.
Shifting 3k to 4k ryding easy not over 75 mph I get 37.5 mpg.
I never lug motor 2.5k or below. Never in ECO mode. I like SpyderAnn01 comment "I would prefer water torture to Eco mode anyday"; ha!
I love the wailing sound of the 1330 triple motor so am on the throttle a lot throught the gears.
Mostly ryde in 5th gear aound town, etc. Only use 6th over 65 mph.
Don't be concerned about rpms, the new in-line 1330 triple motor loves to rev also like the 998.
Enjoy your new 2014 RT!!
(This is my preference)!
Jim
This coincides with my experience so far. Is it just me or does the 2014 RTS seem a little slower out of the gate in 1st compared to the older RTS (mine was 2012). From a stop, I could blast off on my 2012. Could it be that this will improve after break-in period? I only have 60 miles on it!
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2012 Spyder RTS - Blue (17,700 miles)
Current Mods:
BRP Backrest
ISCI Hand Brake w/ cup holder
ISCI center screw RAM mount w/ universal holder
ISCI driver and passenger floorboards
FZ-1 fuse block
Powerlet 12-volt socket installed in front speaker grill
Stebel Nautilus Compact Horn
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I wish BRP would publish some guidelines. Automobile owner manuals usually have this info in them, I think. I'm reading here 2100 rpm - 3500 rpm. That's quite a range.
Also, how does pulling a trailer affect it? When I was on my way to get fuel before leaving Springfield was the first time I realized there wasn't a trailer mode. I called Pit Bulls and asked about it. They said because of the lower torque, it wasn't necessary. I'm OK with that, but I'd like some guidelines on shifting with and without a loaded trailer.
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Just don't try to pass a truck on a grade two up in EcoMode. Just say'n...........
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