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I have a 2022 RT Limited that has left me stuck on 6 different occasions with a "transmission fault".
The Spyder is in the shop right now, hoping they can figure out the issue.
I was thinking of just trading it in for a 2024, but I decided to wait until at least 2025 because of my negative experience with Can-Am.
Really disappointed.
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Much, if not most, of what has been said by previous posters is good information and valid. There is always a risk, however large or small, that a product will have issues. It happens. I will say I’ve owned four Spyders since 2010. In that time I’ve had a number of needed repairs. No matter where I was in the country, they were always handled by the respective service folks with competence and due diligence. As the model years progressed, any issues diminished to the point, in my case, of there being no issues of importance or significance. In 14 years, again 4 Spyders, collectively Ive ridden over 190K miles in all kinds of weather, altitude, etc., and wouldn’t change a thing.
2022 Plasma Red, F3 Limited, Special Series
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If you want one, just buy it! Get the extended warranty and ride the heck out of it! As far I can see if you're not a techy who wants to keep up with the world while you ride and stay connected, you'll be fine! BRP connect is the white elephant in the room that they are trying to fix on the fly - as many companies are now doing to us, we are their R+D, and have been for years! I have friends who always want to ride under a warranty and always trade when it runs out!! Now if you are good friends with one of those type of people, you're in good luck if they kept their ride in good shape, you know what issues it's had and how they drove it and kept it, may save you some big coin! I have been doing that with my sleds for a few years, since their price went through the roof, and when I retired! Good Luck trying to figure what your next step is! Be safe!!!
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 04-23-2024 at 07:27 PM.
Reason: 'warrantee' is the person guaranteed; 'warranty' is a written guarantee.
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I have a 2024 Spyder RTL that I bought 6 February, I have had it home for a total of a week and it has been at the dealership since for not going into reverse.
After fighting with customer service many times they have not been able to fix it.
My dealer has complained to can-am corporate and they have a replacement for me Thursday. The dealer has swapped it out for me not can-am. The dealer is going to fight it out with BRP.
But this is not typical of Spyders, the dealer has never seen anything like this before.
Last edited by JB62; 04-23-2024 at 05:48 PM.
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Same but different
Been researching Spyders for years. Finally decided to pull the trigger this weekend. Went to the Can Am Experience and drove an S2S with the wife on. She loved it. I loved the feeling of riding again (been about 5 years since I sold my motorcycles). I wanted the silver but, they only had the flat black in stock. Decided that was the one.
Had them draw up the paperwork, only when I looked at the final price and thinking of what I needed to add to it in order to do some cross-country trips; back rest for RTL; arm rest for passengers; phone mounts; USB ports; TPM; belt tensioner; etc. I decided to think about it over the weekend. Interest rates are high; well, everything is high.
I am thinking I should wait until Can Am gets GPS, Android auto, and TPM (Y'all are probably laughing at that part!) It is hard for me to justify $35k and have to use my phone to navigate. Can Am guy actually told me to just use my phone. I have an Android, so he mentioned that Can Am was in negotiations with Google.
I am sad, as I had trips planned for this year. Who knows, maybe they will offer 0% financing or some other nice incentive to pull me back in. I think this is the first time in my life I have gone to a powersports dealer to buy a toy and left without one. We'll see how long I can hold out.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 04-29-2024 at 07:41 AM.
Reason: Removed Post title - they mess with Searching! ;-)
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Originally Posted by 700wolvy
Same but different
Been researching Spyders for years. Finally decided to pull the trigger this weekend. Went to the Can Am Experience and drove an S2S with the wife on. She loved it. I loved the feeling of riding again (been about 5 years since I sold my motorcycles). I wanted the silver but, they only had the flat black in stock. Decided that was the one.
Had them draw up the paperwork, only when I looked at the final price and thinking of what I needed to add to it in order to do some cross-country trips; back rest for RTL; arm rest for passengers; phone mounts; USB ports; TPM; belt tensioner; etc. I decided to think about it over the weekend. Interest rates are high; well, everything is high.
I am thinking I should wait until Can Am gets GPS, Android auto, and TPM (Y'all are probably laughing at that part!) It is hard for me to justify $35k and have to use my phone to navigate. Can Am guy actually told me to just use my phone. I have an Android, so he mentioned that Can Am was in negotiations with Google.
I am sad, as I had trips planned for this year. Who knows, maybe they will offer 0% financing or some other nice incentive to pull me back in. I think this is the first time in my life I have gone to a powersports dealer to buy a toy and left without one. We'll see how long I can hold out.
Wait if you like, but life goes on and you will be missing some fun days that you can’t get back. If it were me, I would find my color of choice and get happy riding a Spyder.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 04-29-2024 at 07:43 AM.
Reason: Fixed quote display ;-)
Love my Spyders
2016 F3L Steel Black purchased 7/16/2016 Sold 3/11/2023 (22,500 mi)
2014 RTS Circuit Yellow purchased 3/2/2018
2020 RTL Petrol Blue purchased 1/27/2023
Girls on Spyders #3195
No more 2 wheels
2020 RTL , Lamonster floor board riser Petrol Blue
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Originally Posted by al0vely
Wait if you like, but life goes on and you will be missing some fun days that you can’t get back. If it were me, I would find my color of choice and get happy riding a Spyder.
There is iron in your words.
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i admit , fairly new , one month and 800 miles is all I can talk about . 2024 F3-S runs like a top. No problems at this time . NOTE : have not tried to add ACP since I don't need it BUT , just for kicks , I synced my I phone via wi-fi with no problems .
2024 F3-S
Baja Ron ultra sway bar
Garmin Zumo XT 2
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2022 Spyder RT Ltd Petrol Metallic
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Originally Posted by 700wolvy
Same but different
Been researching Spyders for years. Finally decided to pull the trigger this weekend. Went to the Can Am Experience and drove an S2S with the wife on. She loved it. I loved the feeling of riding again (been about 5 years since I sold my motorcycles). I wanted the silver but, they only had the flat black in stock. Decided that was the one.
Had them draw up the paperwork, only when I looked at the final price and thinking of what I needed to add to it in order to do some cross-country trips; back rest for RTL; arm rest for passengers; phone mounts; USB ports; TPM; belt tensioner; etc. I decided to think about it over the weekend. Interest rates are high; well, everything is high.
I am thinking I should wait until Can Am gets GPS, Android auto, and TPM (Y'all are probably laughing at that part!) It is hard for me to justify $35k and have to use my phone to navigate. Can Am guy actually told me to just use my phone. I have an Android, so he mentioned that Can Am was in negotiations with Google.
I am sad, as I had trips planned for this year. Who knows, maybe they will offer 0% financing or some other nice incentive to pull me back in. I think this is the first time in my life I have gone to a powersports dealer to buy a toy and left without one. We'll see how long I can hold out.
Look at used. There are some awesome deals out there. People have installed all the bells and whistles already. Miles don't hurt the Spyder if it has been taken care of. You get in for less money and the resale will be closer to what you paid if you should decide to move on.
In my opinion, you don't want built in GPS. You'll pay way too much for it. Probably have to pay again to keep it current. And your phone will do a better job. Who knows when, or if, BRP will get the audio you want, and there are other work-a-rounds for that. Same for the TPM feature. And who knows. The used one you get might have some or all of this already done for you. If not, you can use some of the money saved to get the upgrades you're looking for.
Expand the box and more things will fit into it.
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Originally Posted by BajaRon
Look at used. There are some awesome deals out there. People have installed all the bells and whistles already. Miles don't hurt the Spyder if it has been taken care of. You get in for less money and the resale will be closer to what you paid if you should decide to move on.
In my opinion, you don't want built in GPS. You'll pay way too much for it. Probably have to pay again to keep it current. And your phone will do a better job. Who knows when, or if, BRP will get the audio you want, and there are other work-a-rounds for that. Same for the TPM feature. And who knows. The used one you get might have some or all of this already done for you. If not, you can use some of the money saved to get the upgrades you're looking for.
Expand the box and more things will fit into it.
You are all correct about built in GPS. I guess my overall point is I shouldn't have to look at 2 screens on a vehicle that cost this much. Android auto and Apple Car play should have had the bugs worked out and implemented a while ago. Can Am rep said it was Google and Apple's fault for it being a safety issue. I didn't tell him that the Honda Goldwing has it. Anyway...I am in negotiations to get one. Price is pretty good. Just trying to get a good interest rate.
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Originally Posted by 700wolvy
You are all correct about built in GPS. I guess my overall point is I shouldn't have to look at 2 screens on a vehicle that cost this much. Android auto and Apple Car play should have had the bugs worked out and implemented a while ago. Can Am rep said it was Google and Apple's fault for it being a safety issue. I didn't tell him that the Honda Goldwing has it. Anyway...I am in negotiations to get one. Price is pretty good. Just trying to get a good interest rate.
They know this. They just can't help telling stories. Pair your phone with your helmet radio and you won't have to look at 2 screens much at all. But I assume you already know this. Get past the mental and you'll be gloriously happy!
Remember, perfection is reserved for the next life!
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Originally Posted by Hancop
I am currently in negotiations to get a new 2024 Sea to Sky Spyder, but I am seeing lots of issues with them on these forums, which really has me thinking that I should wait, as the product seems to be really flawed. Does anyone have one that is actually working properly? Or maybe the ones who have them working properly are happy and riding, so they can’t be bothered to write a note about it? It always seems to just be the people having issues that post, but there seems to be so many of them, and multiple people with the same issues that makes me think this is not a good product and that it was released way before it should have been.
On the fence.
Peter
At 71 years old, I'm living my life by the motto of "Hell Yes". If I have misgivings about doing something, I'm not doing it.
So please, DON'T buy a Spyder.
With your initial attitude, I'm sure any small issue will just prove you were right to begin with, and you won't be happy. It's called confirmation bias. Better you should buy a vehicle that excites you.
Although, to be frank, you're more correct that the people with properly working Spyders are too busy riding them to post.
Just my opinion, I could be wrong. I'm sure someone on this forum will disagree with me.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 04-29-2024 at 02:01 PM.
If it ain't broke, don't break it.
IBA #47122
2020 RT Limited Asphalt Grey
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Well, yall talked me into it. I pick up my 24 RTL today. Going with the black. I was going silver but the black grew on me.
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Originally Posted by ThreeWheels
Just my opinion, I could be wrong. I'm sure someone on this forum will disagree with me.
I disagree with you, ThreeWheels... no…. wait……. sorry, I meant to write - I agree with you, ThreeWheels!
Pete
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 04-30-2024 at 06:21 PM.
Harrington, Australia
2021 RT Limited
Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round, with sag adjusted for extra 3/8” clearance up front
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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