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Originally Posted by Wahrsuul
Unless you know the dealer/po changed it before you got it, I'd change it as soon as possible.
Why would you say if the dealer changed it? It is brand new and oil will not break down that fast from not being used. As mentioned only 600kms so far. People are saying yearly. I bought it in end of Sept so what to go by is, change it out before end of season next yr. Oil subjects have always been a long debate I know been in a lot of them lol.Thanks
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Mike T,
Here in Vermont, the temps are also trending lower at night( we have had a frost in higher elevations), and the daylight hours are also getting shorter( in Nov. we turn the clocks back an hour). This Sat my spyder goes in for its looooooooooooooooooooong winter nap/sleep. So the dealership will change the oil/filter, rings, etc. put it on a battery tender( which I supply) and do the fall prep.
Deanna
Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue
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Originally Posted by MikeT
Deanna,
I live south of you.The temps here are definitely trending downward, and the daylight is getting shorter. Can't imagine what it's like in Vermont. Got an appointment on Oct. 18th for my '15 RT Limited's "end of season" annual service, and oil change. This will be the last annual service for it under any type of warranty. My BEST warranty expires on April 2020., while it's in for it's winter nap.
I've had zero mechanical issues with my Spyder. Needs a rear tire before next riding season(15,000+ miles).That's why I'm on the fence about looking at a 2020, even though my 70 year old hips are having a hard time with the seating position on my '15.
Mike
Mike T,
I replied to your post on posts #27 & 28 on page # 2 on this thread.
Deanna
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 10-08-2019 at 08:14 PM.
Reason: Got the pages & posts muddled - 'pages #27 & 28 on post #2' fixed. ;)
Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue
Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
Gremlin Bell
Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
Ultimate F3 Floorboards
Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
Sway Bar with Links
Rolo Laser Alignment
Half Cover
A-Arm Daytime Dual Color LED Running Lights with Blinker Module
Hi-Viz DRL and Sequential Mirrors lights
Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
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One thing that has occurred to me.... whether the oil has an infinite life in the crankcase, what about the filter? The typical oil filter is made of paper, cardboard, and glue... I wonder if the filters have a "use-by" once put into service?
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Originally Posted by Frankie69
Why would you say if the dealer changed it? It is brand new and oil will not break down that fast from not being used. As mentioned only 600kms so far. People are saying yearly. I bought it in end of Sept so what to go by is, change it out before end of season next yr. Oil subjects have always been a long debate I know been in a lot of them lol.Thanks
Sorry, must have missed that part. I usually buy used so it just becomes one of the first things to do.
2014 RT-S Orange - LED headlights/driving lights, LED under mirror turns, LED brake/run lights along trunk and saddlebags, LED third brake light, LED turn bulb replacements, Magic Mirrors, Voltmeter, Oil PSI gauge, heated gear connection, BRP backrest, dash Mount USB plug, Lamonster belt tensioner, Baja Ron sway bar, NBV highway pegs, BRP arm rests M2 suspension.
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Leaving oil in over the winter is OK according to my oil analysis. See this thread. https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...t=oil+analysis
2014 Copper RTS
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Originally Posted by Frankie69
So I'm new to this, I picked up my new Spyder 2 weeks ago, I have a total of 600 kms so far on it. So should I change the oil before I park it for winter? I'm hoping to keep riding as long as I can but I live in Canada and winter can come over night lol
No way would I dump out oil with that low of miles. As stated earlier, that oil (and filter) will be perfectly fine come spring. Just make your last ride is one that will fully heat up your oil. I'm curious to see if anyone has had a catastrophic engine failure due to oil, other than not having enough in the motor? Has anyone had warranty denials for having low mile oil in for over a year? Can-Am has to prove any oil related issues. Keep receipts of oil/filters and mileage records.
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Originally Posted by jbim
Hello all,
I have a 2018 F3 LTD. I had an oil change at the end of the season last year at 5000 kms. I thought BRP recommended an oil change every year irrespective of the mileage. I currently have only 10000 kms on it at the moment. I contacted my dealer for an oil change and he said the next service is at 20000 kms only.
What do you make of this
J
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I bought a kit. I will change the oil myself when I store my F3 for the winter. I contacted BRP but the answer is too vague.
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February is my oil change month. 5,000 miles or so annually.
John F.
Tallahassee, FL
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