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Shucks, just trot down to Walmart or an auto store, pick up a quart of Motorcycle oil 10-40, and add when needed. Otherwise, ride it and enjoy. Stick a piece of cardboard under where you park to catch drips.
If you had owned one of the earlier RT's with the host of small and sometimes large problems, you'd understand why us old timers don't get excited about an oil leak.
I hope mine starts so I can get a free oil change!
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I bet the problem is with the screw itself! A few years back Evinrude (a BRP company) removed ALL liquid Loctite from the factory and went to "lock patch" screws ( that's the screw with the locking agent already applied) they had problems with reactions and some people getting harmed medically with the liquid stuff. Could be that is the issue here to? Maybe the lock patch cant do a good enough job sealing the oil. I would gladly trade the heat issues on my 13 for the very minor oil leak because there is a solution for the leak!
Sold my 14 RTS went back to 2 wheels.
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Looks like a minor problem to a new model. They'll get the bugs out and then they'll be many miles with happy smiles!
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Well at least I get a free oil change out of the deal. I will contact my dealer Tuesday. I did not sign any warranty paperwork, salesman said they already took care of it. hmmm.
I'll call the owner directly since he is the one who delivered the m/c to me.
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When you meet with the dealer...
I'd take along a copy of that service bulletin, and make sure that they are aware of each and every procedure in it...
NO SHORTCUTS... 
Good Luck!
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 Originally Posted by Bob Denman
When you meet with the dealer...
I'd take along a copy of that service bulletin, and make sure that they are aware of each and every procedure in it...
NO SHORTCUTS...
Good Luck!
that's my worry, haven' t dealt with them, they have a one star rating through yahoo search engine. And they haven't gotten any 14's in yet. I am going to speak to the service manager first and show him the service bulletin.
And to the folks that say I am complaining, well I am. I paid close to 30K for something that SHOULD have already been inspected/checked by the dealer. Feel sry for the folks that don't check this website and have no clue of any oil leak until its too late!
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You're not complaining too much at all...
The bike SHOULD BE "tight & right" when it's purchased.
Fortunately; this is a repairable "issue" that shouldn't cause you any more troubles once it's been addressed...
(And I've already emailed a copy of the bulletin to my dealer...)
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This is such a non-issue that if it were mine I probably wouldn't even bother the dealer and fix it myself. Let the dealer check it out at the first service. Less time and hassle!
Funny how a lot of you just like to come on here and complain! Wow.
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Originally Posted by NancysToy
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.
Indeed. It's a new product and the problem seems to be pretty minor. OP needs to chill.
Phil
I may be old, but I got to see all the cool bands.
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Originally Posted by garb55
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
Don't go back to that dealer.
Phil
I may be old, but I got to see all the cool bands.
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That's the date the bulletin was created...(Good eyeballs!  )
I'd say that you're safe, if your bike was built after this was issued.
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Just a .02 Back to my consumer advocacy mode. 
Fortunately, the oil leak is just a small glitch. It needs to be addressed and fixed promptly. A $30K machine should be coming out of the dealer without a leak that they now know about. They need to get their act together. Machines should now be coming from the factory--with no leaks.
The quicker they get it solved, the quicker it will go away. BRP needs a good year with the 2014's, and I think they know it. That is in our favor.
 
Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.
Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)
MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles
IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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Originally Posted by NancysToy
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.
Can't agree more . Keep an eye on it and ride it like you stole it. Get her fixed on your first service .
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Oil Leaks Historically
Oils drips were once so commonplace with motorcycles years ago that catch pans were placed underneath them in dealer showrooms. Jokes about bikes marking their territory were just as common. Harleys were the last to have this common issue and some still do although they've made great strides in recent years. I wouldn't let this be a deal breaker on a new Spyder as the fix is so simple to do.
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Why some do
I don't understand why some have this oil leak problem and others do not.
Marilyn 2023 RTL Red
John 2023 RTL Black
previous:
2015 RTS SE6 Red
2015 F3S SE6 Silver
2011 RT SM5 Silver
2013 STS SM5 Silver
"common sense will prevail....but we see no sign of that"
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Just dropped it off at the dealer, they had no clue about the service bulletin. Had to show the one I found on here. Anyway, it will sit at the dealer until they order the correct Loctite. Apparently no on in town (100K city) has the correct kind of Loctite needed. Dealer said they ordered the Loctite and it will take 7-10 days. Until then, it sits at the dealer under an awning outside!
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Originally Posted by nhoj
I don't understand why some have this oil leak problem and others do not.
Once the fix was found... bikes left the factory with the proper "goop", in the right place...
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Once the fix was found... bikes left the factory with the proper "goop", in the right place...
I spoke to BRP yesterday and they were aware of the problem about a week ago. However most dealers have no clue of the service bulletin!
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Mine goes in for the leak next Thursday. They were aware of the bulletin.
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Pretty sure mine predates the factory find/fix but so far no leaks at 340 mi. Wonder if BRP will authorize the earlier ones to be gooped up even tho they haven't leaked yet?
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2014 RT(white)
2016 F3T(red)
2022 RT current ride(silver)
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