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If it were me I would take it in so they can get started on parts if needed. Then I would ride it without passenger. Then bit the big one and step up and do the upgrade and be done. Thats just me.
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Originally Posted by canam9
I would take it in so they can get started on parts if needed.
Problem with that is that I could risk being without rYding for weeks if the parts are not available. The dealer is going to leave Gray with all the tupperwars out until the needed parts arrive. Lots of these happening if you need the posts. Not wanting to go thru that!!
And I agree on the rYding without the passenger. I've been doing that for a couple of weeks now and can do it until the end of the season.
Thanks for your comment!
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MOgang Member & Monster Member
I have a similar issue on my 2010 RT. I am so happy with, and have had such good luck with the front Elkas that I am bypassing the factory replacement and putting the rear Elka on.
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Originally Posted by bullant12
Problem with that is that I could risk being without rYding for weeks if the parts are not available. The dealer is going to leave Gray with all the tupperwars out until the needed parts arrive. Lots of these happening if you need the posts. Not wanting to go thru that!!
And I agree on the rYding without the passenger. I've been doing that for a couple of weeks now and can do it until the end of the season.
Thanks for your comment!
There is no need for you to leave the Spyder with the dealer. Since you can hear the leak, it will be easy to find its location. This would be true for any significant leak (with or without soapy water). You will be able to ride until the part arrives, which should be no more than one week (readily available). The repair kit consists of an air bag and a coupler for the air hose. The air bag gets replaced even when the leak is in the coupler, or the hose (BRP policy). The repair kit does not include a new hose, but it is standard issue and available everywhere. It is not hard to get at these parts. It is possible the leak is in the schrader value (check to see if the stem is tight). This is why the dealer wants to see the Spyder before he orders the repair kit. The entire system consists of the schrader valve, a length of hose, a coupler and the air bag. That's it.
My hose was leaking at the coupler when the Spyder left the factory. My air bag would be empty in a couple of hours. The dealer handled this repair very quickly. Now I lose about two pounds per week.
I too, intend to get the automatic leveler kit. Without it the headlights are never adjusted the way I want them. Too little air and the headlights shine high (oncoming cars flash their brights). Too much air, and the headlights shine too low (hard to see anything). It is hard to get just the right amount of air in the bag when you are guessing.
It is alright to use the Spyder while you are waiting for parts. I did, with no problems. The air bag is totally separate from the rear spring and shock absorber. I would not ride two-up, however, because you would bottom-out too much.
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Originally Posted by WaltH
There is no need for you to leave the Spyder with the dealer. Since you can hear the leak, it will be easy to find its location. This would be true for any significant leak (with or without soapy water). You will be able to ride until the part arrives, which should be no more than one week (readily available). The repair kit consists of an air bag and a coupler for the air hose. The air bag gets replaced even when the leak is in the coupler, or the hose (BRP policy). The repair kit does not include a new hose, but it is standard issue and available everywhere. It is not hard to get at these parts. It is possible the leak is in the schrader value (check to see if the stem is tight). This is why the dealer wants to see the Spyder before he orders the repair kit. The entire system consists of the schrader valve, a length of hose, a coupler and the air bag. That's it.
My hose was leaking at the coupler when the Spyder left the factory. My air bag would be empty in a couple of hours. The dealer handled this repair very quickly. Now I lose about two pounds per week.
I too, intend to get the automatic leveler kit. Without it the headlights are never adjusted the way I want them. Too little air and the headlights shine high (oncoming cars flash their brights). Too much air, and the headlights shine too low (hard to see anything). It is hard to get just the right amount of air in the bag when you are guessing.
It is alright to use the Spyder while you are waiting for parts. I did, with no problems. The air bag is totally separate from the rear spring and shock absorber. I would not ride two-up, however, because you would bottom-out too much.
Thanks for the advice!! I may just wait until the end of the season and have the $$$ for the kit.
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GOS Founding Member (Girls On Spyders)
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I agree with above about riding it. I had the same problem and it is a known problem under warrenty. Ride is way different now.
I do not know which adjustment system, you are talking about, but Baker-Built air wings have a manual system for around $300.00. I have in on min
Good Luck
Oldmanzuese.
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Originally Posted by WaltH
There is no need for you to leave the Spyder with the dealer. Since you can hear the leak, it will be easy to find its location. This would be true for any significant leak (with or without soapy water). You will be able to ride until the part arrives, which should be no more than one week (readily available). The repair kit consists of an air bag and a coupler for the air hose. The air bag gets replaced even when the leak is in the coupler, or the hose (BRP policy). The repair kit does not include a new hose, but it is standard issue and available everywhere. It is not hard to get at these parts. It is possible the leak is in the schrader value (check to see if the stem is tight). This is why the dealer wants to see the Spyder before he orders the repair kit. The entire system consists of the schrader valve, a length of hose, a coupler and the air bag. That's it.
My hose was leaking at the coupler when the Spyder left the factory. My air bag would be empty in a couple of hours. The dealer handled this repair very quickly. Now I lose about two pounds per week.
I too, intend to get the automatic leveler kit. Without it the headlights are never adjusted the way I want them. Too little air and the headlights shine high (oncoming cars flash their brights). Too much air, and the headlights shine too low (hard to see anything). It is hard to get just the right amount of air in the bag when you are guessing.
It is alright to use the Spyder while you are waiting for parts. I did, with no problems. The air bag is totally separate from the rear spring and shock absorber. I would not ride two-up, however, because you would bottom-out too much.
Sorry it took so long to chime in
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Originally Posted by Oldmanzues
I do not know which adjustment system, you are talking about, but Baker-Built air wings have a manual system for around $300.00.
Oldmanzuese.
I am referring to this: http://store.spyder.brp.com/product/...Suspension_Kit
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air bag...
Erick, since you'll be riding mostly "one-up" now , the compressor might be an unwarranted expense. Get the airbag and fitting replaced and you should be good to go. Since I fixed mine, I only check the air presure when I check my tires, and have had no problems.
The problem with riding with no air in the bag is that all of the loads are put on the shock. The system was designed to utilize the airbag as a partial suupporting device, and without it you'll be hitting the limits of the shock more often. This could result in damage to the shock itself, and shorter shock life... not to mention a harder ride.
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Originally Posted by sinkhole
Erick, since you'll be riding mostly "one-up" now , the compressor might be an unwarranted expense. Get the airbag and fitting replaced and you should be good to go. Since I fixed mine, I only check the air presure when I check my tires, and have had no problems.
The problem with riding with no air in the bag is that all of the loads are put on the shock. The system was designed to utilize the airbag as a partial suupporting device, and without it you'll be hitting the limits of the shock more often. This could result in damage to the shock itself, and shorter shock life... not to mention a harder ride.
Thanks Dave! I took Gray yesterday and after the tech raised the on the jack, he inflated the bag and saw where there is a tear in it. Like you said and mentioned before, there is a "fix kit" for it, so I had it ordered.
I also broke myself and ordered the compressor. I know, I know... but I got instantly spoiled when I test rode a RT-S and saw where I can inflate/deflate the bag with a touch of a button... and I like to press buttons!
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Originally Posted by bullant12
I also broke myself and ordered the compressor. I know, I know... but I got instantly spoiled when I test rode a RT-S and saw where I can inflate/deflate the bag with a touch of a button... and I like to press buttons!
You could have just ordered one of these.
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