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 also. I think its time for some ice cream. The thread about an oil leak has taken a southerly turn. Let's get along, keep it going about oil leaks if necessary, and not get into a fight over other things.
I have not had a problem with mine, so did not say much in here.
 
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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[QUOTE=ulflyer;842350]
 Originally Posted by SPYD3R
ALL THESE REPORTS OF LEAKS.......
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Only a hand-full got past the dealerships early on. If there's been any recent ones most likely it was the dealer who failed to make the very minor repair before it was sold. Mine was "fixed" even tho it never leaked a drop. 
I have a recent one, oil leak that is. And, it ain't from the "screw" where most of the reported leaks have been. My leak is from the oil tank that's on the rear of the motor (as diagnosed by my dealer tech). Dealer ordered parts needed to fix, parts came in, dropped bike off on 7 Jul, tech started disassembly (motor has to be removed) and discovered tranny needed to be removed to get oil tank off (service manual did not so state), more parts needed to be ordered, those parts ordered 9 Jul and received yesterday, 15 Jul, work will not be completed this week.
See my post (Spyder-less for Awhile) in the 1330 forum with pictures.
2016 F3-L Special Series? Mods: Lamonster IPS end caps w/ Gripper 3rd pegs, GPS mount, Power Plate, Perf. Muffler; Backoff Brake Light Strobe; CD Front (amber/red) Brightsides & Tip Kit; ISCI Flag Holder w/Long Poles; BRP Signature Light, Aux Lights, Saddlebag Liners, Garmin 590 GPS; TricLED foam Grips, LEDs (Aux/headlights); Pitbull Driving Lights; RDL seat; Ultimate backrest
Previous ryde: 2012 RT-L, 26,636 miles on it when traded; 2014 RT-L, 34,147 miles on it when traded
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2013 Mag Silver SE5 RT BahaRon Sway bar & Sway bar links, Grip Puppies, Kuryakyn Helmet locks , Ultimate Seat w/Utopia Backrest, Dash power outlet, Spyderpops BumpSkid, Swagman Cup holders, Full size Brake Pedal, Seal DLX Floorboards, Freeway Blaster horns, Sylvania Super Bright fender LEDs, Scotchlite 680 Rear & Fender Reflectors, BRP Fog Light Kit, LED Mirror turn signal strips, 2014 RT grille mod. Outlaw Laser Alignment
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Originally Posted by Bob Denman
But I only need a new belt right now... 
And I'd like some fancy boots!
Sorry, just the old leatherman coming out a bit. And yes, I had alligator and croc skins. (South American).
Last edited by ARtraveler; 07-17-2014 at 03:11 PM.
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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2013 Mag Silver SE5 RT BahaRon Sway bar & Sway bar links, Grip Puppies, Kuryakyn Helmet locks , Ultimate Seat w/Utopia Backrest, Dash power outlet, Spyderpops BumpSkid, Swagman Cup holders, Full size Brake Pedal, Seal DLX Floorboards, Freeway Blaster horns, Sylvania Super Bright fender LEDs, Scotchlite 680 Rear & Fender Reflectors, BRP Fog Light Kit, LED Mirror turn signal strips, 2014 RT grille mod. Outlaw Laser Alignment
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It sounds as if his family re-unions are very memorable...
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It becomes very clear
you do not even have a clue on unit profit at a dealership. Just one thought, have you ever thought of overhead?
Doug Barnes
James 4:17
 all on two wheels. More on four or more. Guess I may need to start multi-coloring for three wheels.
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2014 RT-S
Mine has a 1000 miles on it not a drop anywhere, oil level still full. MarucsB
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Play nice, or we'll have Dee take your keys away!
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Problem is everybody wants to say how great the 14's are, but in reality there's been nothing but problems- brakes, oil leaks, clutch, tires, rear shock, ignition, alignment, loose bolts, fuel pumps, etc. The list goes on , most of it should be corrected by BRP and you would think they would have cleaned it up by now. The rest is due to a bad delivery at dealer by undertrained techs. Should not be swept under the rug like it's no big deal.
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Originally Posted by Magdave
Yes I have a workable answer Bob just like at Spyder fest or OE they have at least 1 BRP trained (and paid by BRP not the dealer) tech at each dealership that sells their products. He can give real time feedback to headquarters and accurate answers to customers. Obviously this may cost them money but they may be able to rotate them around 1 week at a time. For example we have 5 dealers in SC assign at least 2 regional techs that spend at least 1 week a month at each one of them. I am sure the dealers are up for free tech work. The dealers could advertise what weeks they will be in town. It is up to BRP to restore confidence not dealers who could care less. Most OEM vehicle builders have regional reps.
Love this idea, just keep rotating them, maybe they could train the techs while they're there, since most dealer techs do there training on the internet.
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Originally Posted by The-BigDog-30
Problem is everybody wants to say how great the 14's are, but in reality there's been nothing but problems- brakes, oil leaks, clutch, tires, rear shock, ignition, alignment, loose bolts, fuel pumps, etc. The list goes on , most of it should be corrected by BRP and you would think they would have cleaned it up by now. The rest is due to a bad delivery at dealer by undertrained techs. Should not be swept under the rug like it's no big deal.
Agree! No more or less problems than before really......However, All the 14' owners are just happy they can putter around at near idle, get a bit better gas mileage, and not feel any heat off the motor.
Not really my thing, but I get it....
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Originally Posted by BajaRon
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!
Planning on checking mine. Sad thing is, was at the dealer for service on Thursday and this never showed up on the recall checks. Will check my VIN number to see what mine it!
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WELL.WELL.WELL
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Looks like the inmates are getting cranky again at the old folks home...... must be nap time, or someone got a larger helping of peas than another person....
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That pic is from my back door by the way 
....Dave , I'm with you on this one ......Here is a short answer, Dealers may not be Happy if you don't buy from them because ............"THEY MAKE APPROX.$ 4000 TO $ 6000 + IN EACH NEW SPYDER " they sell..................MSRP, is a joke .....Mikeguyver 
) with 372 miles on it. Deanna777
