30 miles and I read some posts about oil leaking. I go check and sure enough on the right front side, I see oil droplets. So pissed. Taking it to the dealer Monday. Whats causing this? I own a 2014 RTS SE6 vin #570! So flipping pissed!
Dealer is closed Monday, guess I wait. Cant believe that BRP doesn't know about this. I mean I have VIN #570 and supposedly they knew about the earlier ones!
according to the what was posted b4, the oil needed to be drained than the new locktite was to be done. you wonder if they feel they can pull the screw and stick it right back in with the oil still in the bike, so than it doesn't seal right
according to the what was posted b4, the oil needed to be drained than the new locktite was to be done. you wonder if they feel they can pull the screw and stick it right back in with the oil still in the bike, so than it doesn't seal right
not sure, my wife is more pissed than me. I am just glad I caught it early.
don't know if all the dealers know and do this before delivery. Simple fix for a small leak..hope they are not just waiting for first service to care of it. Seems the best time would be at assembly..jmo
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according to the what was posted b4, the oil needed to be drained than the new locktite was to be done. you wonder if they feel they can pull the screw and stick it right back in with the oil still in the bike, so than it doesn't seal right
No the oil must be removed and somewhere in the process they have to use a locktite promoter, it also requires some drying time
Cruzr Joe
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I can understand being unhappy because a new toy is leaking. We all want them to be perfect. I can't really understand the depth of some owner's displeasure or worry, however. Engines have been leaking for a hundred years. As long as it doesn't run the oil so low the oil pressure drops or the engine/transmission malfunctions or is damaged, and as long as the oil doesn't get on the rear tire tread, it can be lived with. BRP knows about it and will fix it. If the setscrew Loctite doesn't cure it, or a new screw doesn't, they will come up with a more thorough procedure or a new fix. Take a deep breath, then let it out slowly.
-Scotty 2011 Spyder RTS-SM5 (mine) 2000 BMW R1100RTP, motorized tricycle & 23 vintage bikes 2011 RT-622 trailer, Aspen Sentry popup camper, custom motorcycle trailer to pull behind the Spyder
30 miles and I read some posts about oil leaking. I go check and sure enough on the right front side, I see oil droplets. So pissed. Taking it to the dealer Monday. Whats causing this? I own a 2014 RTS SE6 vin #570! So flipping pissed!
I can understand being unhappy because a new toy is leaking. We all want them to be perfect. I can't really understand the depth of some owner's displeasure or worry, however. Engines have been leaking for a hundred years. As long as it doesn't run the oil so low the oil pressure drops or the engine/transmission malfunctions or is damaged, and as long as the oil doesn't get on the rear tire tread, it can be lived with. BRP knows about it and will fix it. If the setscrew Loctite doesn't cure it, or a new screw doesn't, they will come up with a more thorough procedure or a new fix. Take a deep breath, then let it out slowly.
chill out, it is a minor problem that will be fixed, it does not prevent you from riding or anything else, it should be a minor inconvenience at most.
Cruzr Joe
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chill out, it is a minor problem that will be fixed, it does not prevent you from riding or anything else, it should be a minor inconvenience at most.
Cruzr Joe
It is not a minor inconvenience when the another dealer told me he would not work on it because my vin# doesn't show up on the warranty web site
The dealer I bought it from will do the work on Monday but he is 250 miles away and it is 15 to 20 degrees out and I will be ridding the bike there
Also I am calling BRO on Monday to ask them what is up the their warranty program
What if I was stuck out on the road would they say no and leave me there to freeze
Not a good way to treat customers
It is not a minor inconvenience when the another dealer told me he would not work on it because my vin# doesn't show up on the warranty web site
The dealer I bought it from will do the work on Monday but he is 250 miles away and it is 15 to 20 degrees out and I will be ridding the bike there
Also I am calling BRO on Monday to ask them what is up the their warranty program
What if I was stuck out on the road would they say no and leave me there to freeze
Not a good way to treat customers
I was referring to taking it to a competent dealer to get it corrected. I agree with you that apparently the dealer that refused to do it is not customer oriented.
good luck and i hope your dealer gets it corrected for you. any improper workings on these or any machine is upsetting, but if your dealer (or any dealer) is smart they can fix this properly the first time and make a better customer out of you.
Believe me when i say that i was not trying to downplay the frustration of any mechanical problem
Cruzr Joe
2018 F3 Limited, BRP Driver Backrest, Spyderpops Lighted Bump Skid, Dual Spyclops Light, Mirror Turn Signals, Laser Alignment, Engine LEDs, Fog Lights With Halo's, Cushion Handgrips, BRT LEDs, and Under Lighting, Lamonster IPS, (with Clock), F4 25" Vented Windshield with Wings, Airhawk "R" Cushions. Position 4 Brake setting, Short reach Handlebars, Dash Mounted Voltmeter and 12 Volt Plug. Set of 3rd pegs. Extended Passenger Seat. Exterior BRP Connect setup, Ultimate Trailer
VIN # 570 doesn't mean that yours is the 570th made.
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Folks,,this is so painless it's not funny, they drain they oil remove screw use loctite and screw away lol.... Think of it this way you get new oil lol, if this is the only thing that people are complaint about its a good thing remember the 13s. Take a deep breathe friends
It is not a minor inconvenience when the another dealer told me he would not work on it because my vin# doesn't show up on the warranty web site
The dealer I bought it from will do the work on Monday but he is 250 miles away and it is 15 to 20 degrees out and I will be ridding the bike there
Also I am calling BRO on Monday to ask them what is up the their warranty program
What if I was stuck out on the road would they say no and leave me there to freeze
Not a good way to treat customers
Sounds like your original dealer did not correctly register the warranty. You should have signed a warranty registration form when you picked up your Spyder. The dealer must file that with BRP. Phone the original dealer and lean on him to get it registered. Tell him if he doesn't do so he can bring a trailer the 250 miles and pick up your Spyder. Don't talk to the salesman, talk to the dealership owner if possible. It will take some patience to get through this, but it will all be worked out. My dealer neglected to register my warranty and I got an extra four months worth out of the deal, so it isn't always all bad. Don't be surprised if your local dealer is reluctant to work on it, or gives you a hard time. You bypassed him and went 250 miles to buy from someone else. He's not likely to be thrilled.
-Scotty 2011 Spyder RTS-SM5 (mine) 2000 BMW R1100RTP, motorized tricycle & 23 vintage bikes 2011 RT-622 trailer, Aspen Sentry popup camper, custom motorcycle trailer to pull behind the Spyder
Sounds like a random problem. May be that someone on the assembly line had some bad days. Maybe didn't think they needed to use the locktite promoter or they were not applying enough locktite, who knows.
No one is saying this is ideal nor is anyone making excuses for BRP. Everyone agrees that every new Spyder should be perfect. Still, the fact is that we know they aren't all going to be perfect.
On a scale of 1-10, this is about a 1/2 . Once it is fixed you should never have any more issues. Your future is very bright!
Another 2014 with an oil leak!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
chill out, it is a minor problem that will be fixed, it does not prevent you from riding or anything else, it should be a minor inconvenience at most.
. Once it is fixed you should never have any more issues. Your future is very bright!
