A little heads up on the software upgrade
I got some info that I thought I would share with you all.
First off you really need to get this done even if you don't feel like you have any issues. It's more than just a steering fix.
When you bring it to the dealer it's a really good idea that they plug in their laptop to power and not run off the battery and they put your Spyder on a charger to make sure it has a good full charge. I would say the plugged in laptop is the most important thing.
What has happened is in the middle of the download the laptop will go dead and that will crash the software in your cluster. Then they have to load the old software and then reinstall the new software. Plugging in the laptop will save your dealer from that grief.
The upgrade will/should make your Spyder run a little better and your cold weather starts should be improved also. There is a fuel processor update in this patch. You "may" even get a little better gas mileage.
There were some tweaks that should make it shift a little better but you may or may not notice that.
The main thing is the steering should improve across the board. They really wanted to release this sooner but they took the time and addressed some other areas while they were at it. Now make your appointment and get it done. :doorag:
Software upgrade done here in New Zealand
Had my software upgrade the other day and hopefully this will improve many items mentioned by other posts.
One interesting new event did occur last weekend on a long ride. My engine light came on at 95km/hr and check transmission message also scrolled across screen. I have 7500kms on the speedo since getting Spyder in Nov/08.
During the upgrade, there were a few hiccups with some new errors showing but after a few tweaks with the software, all should be ok.
Waiting for weather to break since it is winter now and need to verify all is better working than before upgrade