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 Who is actually following the 3,000 mile "break in"
recommendations? I have to be honest, I am unsure with todays modern assembly techniques, quality parts and lubricants why BRP has the 3,000 mile break in. I can see no full throttle and varying the RPMs for 500-600 miles, but 3,000 really? I just thought I would garner the thoughts from those of you riding the 14's.-Thanks.
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I changed my oil at 3200 miles
oil still looked almost new
Went to full synthetic
Don
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Also of the opinion to be "gentle" during the first 500-600 miles. Similar to all other vehicles.
"Gentle" to me, means do not red line or beat the heck out of the Spyder. Vary the speeds, shift a lot, and just let all the parts get worn in good. Tires and brakes also need about 350 miles to get set in.
Beyond 500 miles or so, I gradually build up the routine until I drive in the "normal" mode.
I never red line or push the  to the limits--but that is just me.
 
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MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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 Originally Posted by garb55
I changed my oil at 3200 miles
oil still looked almost new
Went to full synthetic
Don
I did an oil change, but not filter, at about 1500 mi with Castrol Actevo Blend 10-40 (which some say is what BRP oil is), and again yesterday at 3000 with Amsoil and new filter. The Castrol was much darker than I expected. I don't intend to use it again.
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Have to agree..!!
I have always broken in my vehicles the same....drive the way I normally drive with the exception of extended constant speeds. All have run great lasted for ever and given me no problems. If the engine is not settled in by 600 miles it never will be. They are factory tested and if they didn't blow then they won't now...thats my way anyway....
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
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I picked up my Spyder and immediately left on a 300 mile ride. I told my husband to lead so that I could vary my speed behind him. He took this to mean he should vary his speed too, so we ran between 75 & 90 mph. I did not use the cruise for that trip. My oil was also very clean when I changed it.
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
I picked up my Spyder and immediately left on a 300 mile ride. I told my husband to lead so that I could vary my speed behind him. He took this to mean he should vary his speed too, so we ran between 75 & 90 mph. I did not use the cruise for that trip. My oil was also very clean when I changed it.
I agree. Run it like you brung it. I have read extreme break in is as good/better than the gentle touch.
Everything is fine with what we tried.
Hope your new Spyder is treating you well.
Happy Spyder Owner
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RIDE LIKE YOU STOLE IT!!!!
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There's a break in procedure 
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
I picked up my Spyder and immediately left on a 300 mile ride. I told my husband to lead so that I could vary my speed behind him. He took this to mean he should vary his speed too, so we ran between 75 & 90 mph. I did not use the cruise for that trip. My oil was also very clean when I changed it.
outside of town where you live that's slow
Now 2014 RT Limited Cognac
Was 2008 GS SM5
Don Garbarino
Cup Holder
GPS locking holder
Mud flap
Modified KNOTT grill
Phone holder and charger
Trailer hitch
Dual air horn
Auxiliary fuse box with relays
Heated clothing controller
volt/oil pressure gauge
Sequential signals in mirror
Tri Axis Handle bars
Baja Ron anti sway bar/heim links
shorty antenna
And many more
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I followed every rule (even reading the warning card before attempting to start the Spyder), i never went over the speed limit, i stayed in the slow lane all the time.
That's my story and i am sticking with it.
(BRP is watching) 
Cruzr Joe
2018 F3 Limited, BRP Driver Backrest, Spyderpops Lighted Bump Skid, Dual Spyclops Light, Mirror Turn Signals, Laser Alignment, Engine LEDs, Fog Lights With Halo's, Cushion Handgrips, BRT LEDs, and Under Lighting, Lamonster IPS, (with Clock), F4 25" Vented Windshield with Wings, Airhawk "R" Cushions. Position 4 Brake setting, Short reach Handlebars, Dash Mounted Voltmeter and 12 Volt Plug. Set of 3rd pegs. Extended Passenger Seat. Exterior BRP Connect setup, Ultimate Trailer
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We have been following the break in procedure and it's hard to do but when it's over
and been serviced I'm going to grip-it and rip-it and see what this thing's got!
Toby
 2020 RTL
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I'm being a good boy. Up and down in speeds. No hard starts, or braking. Always let it warm up a few minutes before taking off. Tom 
 Baloo is my name. Spyders are my game. Well, it's a doo-bah-dee-doo, yes, it's a doo-bah-dee-doo, I mean a doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee, doo-bee-dee-doo. And, well, now. Ha ha! What have we here?
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I'm being a good boy too. Following the recommendations from BRP is tough, but lucky for me I also have a two wheeler that I can channel my inner Jorge Lorenzo to.
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Originally Posted by ulflyer
I did an oil change, but not filter, at about 1500 mi with Castrol Actevo Blend 10-40 (which some say is what BRP oil is), and again yesterday at 3000 with Amsoil and new filter. The Castrol was much darker than I expected. I don't intend to use it again.
what weight of amsoil are you using? thanks
redhorse
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Originally Posted by redhorse
what weight of amsoil are you using? thanks
redhorse
10W-40 Motorcycle oil.
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2014 RT(white)
2016 F3T(red)
2022 RT current ride(silver)
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Just don't run the bike "WFO" during the first 600 miles. 
You guys just fly "close to the ground"... 
Who can see that little white line, that denotes where the fun stops?
