Another Spyder *Fire*

**spyder3rdr** · 08-10-2009, 07:48 PM

I rode to work today , about 60 miles , one way ... I got home this evening about 7 and did a few things ... then decided to ryde to town to a friends house . I got on the saddle and noticed the smell of gas fumes ... started her up and backed up about 12 feet ... I looked down and my B*lls were on FIRE !!! I quickly shut it off and popped the seat up , flames were surrounding the fuel tank cap and under the plastics

, I ran inside and got my extinguisher and shot her full of powder !!! NO telling how long i'll be without my beloved Spyder ...

**Some Guy** · 08-10-2009, 07:53 PM

YIKES!!!

I hope everything works out OK.

**BRPjunkie** · 08-10-2009, 08:00 PM

Great Balls of Fire, literally. This sounds a little different than the Spyder fires that started right after shut down. This one was at rest for some time and ignited on start up. Some combination of fuel leak and spark.

**Capt John** · 08-10-2009, 08:01 PM

Time to get off my butt and buy a fire extinguishers! Sorry to hear about your

I hope you get it back soon.

**Big Arm** · 08-10-2009, 08:16 PM

Originally Posted by Capt John

Time to get off my butt and buy a fire extinguishers!

Sorry to hear about your fire, spyder3rdr

I picked up a couple a few weeks ago. Better safe than sorry.

**BRPjunkie** · 08-10-2009, 08:26 PM

Originally Posted by Big Arm

Sorry to hear about your fire, spyder3rdr

I picked up a couple a few weeks ago. Better safe than sorry.

Who carries the XT exstinguishers?

**Big Arm** · 08-10-2009, 08:38 PM

Originally Posted by BRPjunkie

Who carries the XT exstinguishers?

I purchased these the day atadude posted that they were on woot.com that day. As for a dealer, or store that carries these, I'm sorry that I can't help you.

**DannyS** · 08-10-2009, 08:51 PM

I bought them on Woot also. They are also listed on buy.com but the are out of stock. I am sure you can get them or an equivalent on line somewhere.

PS hope your Spyder gets well soon. You too.

**3wheeldemon** · 08-10-2009, 08:53 PM

The PWC type extingusher also fits very well in the Spyder trunk, is marine grade (outdoors resistant), B C type (electrical and gasoline) and cheap ~$15, my 2 cents:
Kidde PWC Fire Extinguisher

3WD

**wolfshead1** · 08-10-2009, 08:54 PM

This can not be good.Maybe owners should not extinguish fire too soon?

**gazey** · 08-10-2009, 08:57 PM

Thats a Bummer....That sounds a little to close for comfort. Hope you are OK. The Spyder can be fixed or replaced. Keep us informed with what you find

**Trickie Dick** · 08-10-2009, 08:58 PM

How many is this now?

**Firefly** · 08-10-2009, 09:18 PM

Had you recently filled up?
Was gas smell a normal thing you had before?
Any mods?

Please report this to BRP and the NHTSA.

Here is a direct link to where you start the process:

http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/index.cfm

**Some Guy** · 08-10-2009, 09:32 PM

Originally Posted by Big Arm

I purchased these the day atadude posted that they were on woot.com that day. As for a dealer, or store that carries these, I'm sorry that I can't help you.

HA! Me too! I got 4 of them for my (3) vehicles. Call me superstitious, but it's like taking an umbrella with you...if you have one, it WON'T rain!

**BLACK WIDOW** · 08-10-2009, 09:48 PM

Originally Posted by spyder3rdr

I rode to work today , about 60 miles , one way ... I got home this evening about 7 and did a few things ... then decided to ryde to town to a friends house . I got on the saddle and noticed the smell of gas fumes ... started her up and backed up about 12 feet ... I looked down and my B*lls were on FIRE !!! I quickly shut it off and popped the seat up , flames were surrounding the fuel tank cap and under the plastics

, I ran inside and got my extinguisher and shot her full of powder !!! NO telling how long i'll be without my beloved Spyder ...

This getting to be more than a coincidence. Very concerning! I will definately be shopping for a fire extinguisher.

Michael

**NancysToy** · 08-10-2009, 10:09 PM

Originally Posted by 3wheeldemon

The PWC type extingusher also fits very well in the Spyder trunk, is marine grade (outdoors resistant), B C type (electrical and gasoline) and cheap ~$15, my 2 cents:
Kidde PWC Fire Extinguisher

3WD

A BC type extingisher is rated for electrical and flammable liquid fires, but not "normal" combustible materials. Trouble is when these other fires start, the plastic, upholstery, and other parts catch fire, too. I highly recommend an ABC type of extinguisher for general use.

**BumbleBee** · 08-10-2009, 10:20 PM

I hope you are okay. Sorry to hear about your spyder. Did someone tell me not to panic? These spyder fires are adding up fast, in such a short time.

I am going shopping tomorrow, for several extinguishers myself.

**3wheeldemon** · 08-10-2009, 11:11 PM

Originally Posted by NancysToy

A BC type extingisher is rated for electrical and flammable liquid fires, but not "normal" combustible materials. Trouble is when these other fires start, the plastic, upholstery, and other parts catch fire, too. I highly recommend an ABC type of extinguisher for general use.

Is a matter of opinion, but there is nothing more similar to a motorcycle than a personal watercraft, cables, wires, plastic and upholstery and they come equipped with a B C. The electrical fire is actually plastic burning so the C agent is good for that and non-conductive avoiding making things worse. Either one would work but with limited volume of agent is critical to be specific and to catch the fire at the beginning (electrical+gas). I hope we'll never find out!

3WD

**spyder08** · 08-11-2009, 02:14 AM

Put an extinguisher in my Spyder yesterday.

**bone crusher** · 08-11-2009, 02:21 AM

Originally Posted by 3wheeldemon

Is a matter of opinion, but there is nothing more similar to a motorcycle than a personal watercraft, cables, wires, plastic and upholstery and they come equipped with a B C. The electrical fire is actually plastic burning so the C agent is good for that and non-conductive avoiding making things worse. Either one would work but with limited volume of agent is critical to be specific and to catch the fire at the beginning (electrical+gas). I hope we'll never find out!

3WD

Here is a link for an inexpensive AB extinguisher...small extinguishers are very hard to find....esp. ABC rated....for general fires and those involving oil, gas, grease, etc..., this will work...plastic is made from petroleum products and 'B' covers this quite well. C for electrical is important but once things are burning, an AB should suffice (so they say)...

http://www.campingsurvival.com/fi2016ozfiex.html

**dave01** · 08-11-2009, 03:40 AM

Going in for the recall today and picking up a fire extinguisher while i am there. Only problem is if I mount it in the trunk, I need to reach over the bars to open it and get the thing out. Gotta find an alternative mounting area, something really accessable

**NancysToy** · 08-11-2009, 07:06 AM

Originally Posted by dave01

Going in for the recall today and picking up a fire extinguisher while i am there. Only problem is if I mount it in the trunk, I need to reach over the bars to open it and get the thing out. Gotta find an alternative mounting area, something really accessable

If carrying an extinguisher gives you peace of mind, so be it. As we know, it is a requirement on boats and personal watercraft. Never a bad idea. That being said, the first thing to do in case of a vehicle or boat fire is to get away! These things go up in a heartbeat. If you can readily access a extinguisher on another vehicle or in a building, as has been done with some of these fires, do so. Do not stop to try to dig your extinguisher out of the trunk, though. These fires are very close to the gas tanks! Like I was taught from the very first time I used a boat...if a fire starts, jump overboard immediately!

**mc2276** · 08-11-2009, 07:07 AM

.. that sucks. Glad you are ok. Guess I need to look into a fire extinguisher myself.

**Lamonster** · 08-11-2009, 07:11 AM

Originally Posted by spyder3rdr

I rode to work today , about 60 miles , one way ... I got home this evening about 7 and did a few things ... then decided to ryde to town to a friends house . I got on the saddle and noticed the smell of gas fumes ... started her up and backed up about 12 feet ... I looked down and my B*lls were on FIRE !!! I quickly shut it off and popped the seat up , flames were surrounding the fuel tank cap and under the plastics

, I ran inside and got my extinguisher and shot her full of powder !!! NO telling how long i'll be without my beloved Spyder ...

I'm really sorry to hear this Bro. I know this will be hard for you to be without your Spyder.

Did you have the software upgrade before the fire?

**patches** · 08-11-2009, 07:12 AM

Vinnie, let me know if you need help hauling it off to the dealer. Mine is at Goldsboro right now for other un related items but have a truck and trailer if you need to take it down there. Glad you are OK.

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