Service costs - Am I getting taken to the cleaners?

[Preachy]

Greetings all. First post here by new RT-S owner. Had our toy for about a month now and it's time for the break-in service. I'm told that the service is around $300. After dropping nearly $26K, this seems a bit excessive. There is only one authorized service facility in our area. Does this seem high, or is it normal and should I just suck it up and quit whining?

Thanks in advance!!!

Rick

[jaherbst]

Greetings all. First post here by new RT-S owner. Had our toy for about a month now and it's time for the break-in service. I'm told that the service is around $300. After dropping nearly $26K, this seems a bit excessive. There is only one authorized service facility in our area. Does this seem high, or is it normal and should I just suck it up and quit whining?

Thanks in advance!!!

Rick

That's cheap. My first service was $386 on my 2014 RTL

Jack

[Bob Denman]

Hi Rick!
Which Dealer?
I'm in Sullivan County; just to your North, and we've got two more dealers up here...
Arctic Adventures in Rosendale, NY
Klinger PowerSports in Walton, NY (MY Dealer!)

[ROB K]

$335 for me at Dutchess Rec in Lagrange NY

[Chupaca]

If you have the 2014/15 RT and you are talking about the first service (which is at 3,000 miles) its about right. They do have to do alot of techy stuff to make sure things are falling into place. Good idea to have that one done then its up to you for future services. Oil change kits run about $80.00 for oil filter and orings washers etc. You can also get all parts needed from our sponsor BajaRon. Congrats on your new ryde... and welcome to this site.....

[Bob Denman]

Mine was just about $160 at Klinger's...

[Pampurrs]

Going to get mine next week. I negotiated a FREE 3,000 mile service when I bought my Spyder, so my cost is $0

Pam

[JayBros]

My first service in Winston-Salem, NC was $255 so considering where you live you might do some shopping but that's your choice. JMO

[Bob Denman]

Going to get mine next week. I negotiated a FREE 3,000 mile service when I bought my Spyder, so my cost is $0

Pam

But are you just happy; or are you boasting???

[Preachy]

Dutchess Rec in Poughkeepsie

Hi Rick!
Which Dealer?
I'm in Sullivan County; just to your North, and we've got two more dealers up here...
Arctic Adventures in Rosendale, NY
Klinger PowerSports in Walton, NY (MY Dealer!)

[Preachy]

That's the dealership, Rob. I live I Dover Plains. Moved from Lagrange a few years ago.

$335 for me at Dutchess Rec in Lagrange NY

[Preachy]

Thanks for the welcome, Chup! 2015 RT-S. I was told that the first service should be at 600 miles, which we just passed.

If you have the 2014/15 RT and you are talking about the first service (which is at 3,000 miles) its about right. They do have to do alot of techy stuff to make sure things are falling into place. Good idea to have that one done then its up to you for future services. Oil change kits run about $80.00 for oil filter and orings washers etc. You can also get all parts needed from our sponsor BajaRon. Congrats on your new ryde... and welcome to this site.....

[Ex Winger]

Mine was around the 300 dollar mark.But thats Canadian dollars.If you were up here using American money.It would be almost free.
Bill

[TexAmRider]

Thanks for the welcome, Chup! 2015 RT-S. I was told that the first service should be at 600 miles, which we just passed.

First service for the 1330 is 3000 miles after breakin. After that my dealer recommended every 5000 even though the manufacturer said 9300. Im going with that and my next service at 8000 going full synthetic.

Welcome to Spyder Lovers !!

[Bob Denman]

Dutchess Rec in Poughkeepsie

Arctic Adventures: (845) 658 8844
Speak to Tom
Klinger PowerSports: (607) 865 6326
Speak to Aaron

It's good to have options available!

[Chupaca]

600 miles is for the v twin 998 motor the 1330 on RT'S and F3's is at 3000....

[Bob Denman]

[ARtraveler]

and on your new . The is an expensive toy to work on as you are finding out.

A typical oil change/filter/check over service is usually around $300 - $350. Dealer shop time varies, but most of us find it to be about $110 per hour.

The 3000 mile check up is very critical, so I recommend having that done by the dealer.

Upside: You must have the 1330 ACE engine triple model (3000 mile break in service), Your next service is scheduled at 12,300 miles (9,300 miles later). If you do not drive 9,300 or more a season, you should have oil change/filter service done at least once a season.

The 1330's also do NOT need the expensive valve check service that the previous 990's did. $800 additional to whatever you are having done. You should be good to go for about a season.

The new RT's have been pretty much trouble free. I am going on 18K miles in a little over a year. Coming up on oil change #3. Have replaced one rear tire, and dealer had to fix a saddlebag cable. Vrooooooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmmmm!

[ROB K]

Rick

Dutchess Rec is only 10 minutes from my house.I payed $340 only because I did not buy from them. If I had they said it would be around $260. Bob always says think about where you service when you buy it could be a big factor. Artic adventures price was about$75 dollars cheaper than Dutchess Rec. but it's your choice. Either way I just wanna ride and the cost is second thought. Life is to short to second guess everything. Enjoy your ride.

[Preachy]

Thanks for the tips, everyone. Much appreciated. Not sure why Dutchess Rec is telling me that the first service is 600 miles. I'll call and postpone the service until we hit the first tru mark of 3,000.


I do have to bring it back though, as one of the panels has a small gouge in it (it was there and noted by the dealer when we took delivery). They agreed to replace the panel under warrantee.

Safe riding, everybody!!!!

[ARtraveler]

Thanks for the tips, everyone. Much appreciated. Not sure why Dutchess Rec is telling me that the first service is 600 miles. I'll call and postpone the service until we hit the first tru mark of 3,000.


I do have to bring it back though, as one of the panels has a small gouge in it (it was there and noted by the dealer when we took delivery). They agreed to replace the panel under warrantee.

Safe riding, everybody!!!!

Just double checking--you do have a 2014 or 2015--Right? If its a 2013 or earlier, then 600 mile break in service and other information applies.

[Preachy]

2015. but now I'm really confused. the manual clearly states that the first break-in service is 600 miles!

Just double checking--you do have a 2014 or 2015--Right? If its a 2013 or earlier, then 600 mile break in service and other information applies.

[Copperman]

2015. but now I'm really confused. the manual clearly states that the first break-in service is 600 miles!

Are you sure you have an RT?

[ARtraveler]

2015. but now I'm really confused. the manual clearly states that the first break-in service is 600 miles!

The 3000 mile break in service and previous information applies only to with the 1330 three cylinder engine. The 1330 three cylinder was put in 2014 RT models and is now in 2015 RT models and the new F3.

All RS and ST versions of come with the 990 two cylinder and require a 600 mile break in service and a different maintenance schedule.

I do not have a manual handy to double check. If you have the 1330 and it says 600 miles for break in service--that would be a printing error.

Would you check one more time and verify your particular model? Thanks in advance.

[Preachy]

2015 RT-S. More than sure; I'm certain!!!! BUT after reading the manual more closely, I see that I misinterpreted how the manual is written. (Also, my girlfriend is positive that the salesman said to bring it in for service after 600 miles). The manual indicates how to actually operate the vehicle for the 1st 600 miles, but that the first service should be performed at 3,000 miles.

Sorry to drag this out as I did. You've all been very helpful! Thanks again.

Are you sure you have an RT?