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 01/23/14 Build Date
Contemplating the purchase of a 2014 RT Ltd with a build date of 01/23/14. Anyone have (or had) oil leak issues on your Spyder with the same or later build date?
Got a test ryde scheduled for next Tuesday...taking my checkbook. Whether I write a check or not depends mostly on what my dealer gives me for my 12 RT Ltd on trade-in. Love my 12 RTL...hope I can be pragmatic, but not sure if I can be after the test ryde (based on how much most rave about the 14).
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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Mine was built on 01/28. 800 miles no issues
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2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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January 30th here... nothing is leaking yet! 
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 Originally Posted by Bob Denman
January 30th here... nothing is leaking yet!
have you even started yours yet?
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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My selling dealer took care of everything before I left the dealership, they even did the laser alignment. This was in the middle of January when I took delivery.
  2014 RT S SE-6 Cognac, 2014 Indian Chieftain. Retired Navy Chief
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Engine and transmission were build and assembled on earlier date in the Rotax engine assembly plant in Austria.
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Originally Posted by acinpcola
My selling dealer took care of everything before I left the dealership, they even did the laser alignment. This was in the middle of January when I took delivery.
I'll ensure my dealer does the same...except the LA...they didn't invest in the Outlaw/ROLO system...wish they had!
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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How do you get the Build date?????
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
have you even started yours yet?
 Yup! No diesel here... I LIKE the sound! 
Originally Posted by ChrisW
How do you get the Build date?????
It's on the M.S.O. (Manufacturer's Statement of Origin), and is also most likely on your title to the bike...
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And I think the build date is also under the seat.
2017 F3T-SM6 Squared Away Mirror Wedgies & Alignment
2014 RTS-SM6 123,600 miles Sold 11/2017
2014 RTL-SE6 8,600 miles
2011 RTS-SM5 5,000 miles
2013 RTS-SM5 burned up with 13,200 miles in 13 weeks
2010 RTS-SM5 59,148 miles
2010 RT- 622
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I was at my dealer today dropping off a few "improvements" that they're going to put on my RTL while they're building it.
While I was there I talked to my sales rep and asked him about the oil leak bulletin.
He pull up my Spyder, build date 02/03/2014 and no bulletin came up. Fixed at the source.
He pulled up one built in January and the bulletin came right up.
So this isn't something I'd be concerned with, if it hasn't already been fixed they'll know and will take care of it while putting that baby together!
Good Luck!
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Originally Posted by Purple Guy
I was at my dealer today dropping off a few "improvements" that they're going to put on my RTL while they're building it.
While I was there I talked to my sales rep and asked him about the oil leak bulletin.
He pull up my Spyder, build date 02/03/2014 and no bulletin came up. Fixed at the source.
He pulled up one built in January and the bulletin came right up.
So this isn't something I'd be concerned with, if it hasn't already been fixed they'll know and will take care of it while putting that baby together!
Good Luck!
Thanks, that's helpful info.
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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Build date of 06 Jan 14, had the oil leak. They said mine was not in the list of vins.......
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Build date jan 17th, 2014. No problems at 950 miles. 
GUZZI :
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Originally Posted by SAPD911
Build date of 06 Jan 14, had the oil leak. They said mine was not in the list of vins.......
That's not encouraging...guess leak or no leak is somewhat of a crap shoot whether the bike is on the list of affected vins or not. Service bulletin was released 22 Jan 14 and BRP Care (Steve) posted that bikes with build dates after that date were fixed. Hope that is the case on the 14 RT Ltd I'm considering. Thanks.
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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Originally Posted by Guzzi
Build date jan 17th, 2014. No problems at 950 miles.
That's great...thanks!
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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Originally Posted by SpyRyd
Contemplating the purchase of a 2014 RT Ltd with a build date of 01/23/14. Anyone have (or had) oil leak issues on your Spyder with the same or later build date?
Got a test ryde scheduled for next Tuesday...taking my checkbook. Whether I write a check or not depends mostly on what my dealer gives me for my 12 RT Ltd on trade-in. Love my 12 RTL...hope I can be pragmatic, but not sure if I can be after the test ryde (based on how much most rave about the 14).
the fact that you are asking, concerns me when thinking about buying 2014  ...
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Originally Posted by Spy+
the fact that you are asking, concerns me when thinking about buying 2014 ...
I'm concerned as as well but I have confidence in my dealer...still, should I buy the 14 RTL, I'll check now and then to ensure no oil leak just for my piece of mind...trust but verify!
Based on most of the feedback I've received so far I'm not going to make this issue a deal breaker. Whether I pull the trigger or not will depend on the deal and whether I can resist following the test ryde (being able to resist after the test ryde concerns me more than the oil leak issue). Good luck!
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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Originally Posted by SpyRyd
I'm concerned as as well but I have confidence in my dealer...still, should I buy the 14 RTL, I'll check now and then to ensure no oil leak just for my piece of mind...trust but verify!
Based on most of the feedback I've received so far I'm not going to make this issue a deal breaker. Whether I pull the trigger or not will depend on the deal and whether I can resist following the test ryde (being able to resist after the test ryde concerns me more than the oil leak issue). Good luck!
The test ride is what got the wife and I hooked!
We love it!!!
 2020 RTL
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Originally Posted by Rattigan_Roger
Spyryd - if you do trade someone is going to get one sweet '12
Best of luck
Thanks, R_R. I really love my '12...it has never let me down in over 26k miles. Really have mixed emotions about my "lust" for the '14. I need to really stick to my guns when it comes to negotiating with my dealer on trade-in value, price, sweetness, etc. If the deal does not work I still have my baby to enjoy. See 'ya at SF!
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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is the color and model you want--go for it. It is the dealers responsibility to make sure that your new 
drives off the showroom floor with any mechanical glitches fixed and no problems for you the buyer. 
