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  1. 07-21-2014, 07:47 PM #1
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    Default Considering a RT-S in Southern California

    Hello Spyder Lovers,
    I live in the southern part of Riverside County, Ca and would love advise from those Spyder owners who live in the area. There are several dealers within an hour drive of my home and all are in play for purchase and service. I've searched SL but have been unsuccessful locating anything pro or con about local sales practices of service competences.

    Im coming off a motorcycle with dealers everywhere, this provides a degree of security when traveling if you have a problem. As I read the forums, the Can Am Service network is developing, but some service departments are not as "experienced" as others.

    If you have any experiences or recommendations for sales, service, parts and overall product knowledge, I would appreciate any information you can provide.

    Thanks in advance,
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  2. 07-21-2014, 09:06 PM #2
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    2014 Timeless Black RTS/SE - BRP CB/Comm System; BRP Zumo 660 GPS System; BRP Cellphone Interface; BRP ST-1 Helmets w/BRP Headsets; BRP XM Radio; BRP Tri-Axis Handlebars; BRP Adj Wind Deflectors; BRP Adj Vent Windshield; BRP Comfort Seat & Utopia Backrest; Corbin Armrests; HMT Brake Light; TricLED 3/4 Brake & Running Lights; TricLED Fender Lights & Rr Cargo Lights; CD Fender TIPS Kit; Bump Skid; Scorpio i900 Alarm; Touratech GPS Locking Mount; NBV Highway Mounts; BBP Brake Pedal, Stebel horn.
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    Way to go Steve!



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    Default Well..!!

    I'm bit further south but Bert's Mega Mall is an excellent dealership. For non warranty work you have a great mechanic out your way Lou from Pirate powersports...folks out your way can get more info for you...
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    Red face Psst hey listen......

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    PM sent. Agree about Lou. Recommendation: you might want to avoid purchasing a Spyder INSIDE the city limits of San Bernardino.
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    Can't help with dealer--but looks like you have received good information.

    Good luck on the hunt. Let us know how it goes.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jlbspyder View Post
    Hello Spyder Lovers,
    I live in the southern part of Riverside County, Ca and would love advise from those Spyder owners who live in the area. There are several dealers within an hour drive of my home and all are in play for purchase and service. I've searched SL but have been unsuccessful locating anything pro or con about local sales practices of service competences.

    Im coming off a motorcycle with dealers everywhere, this provides a degree of security when traveling if you have a problem. As I read the forums, the Can Am Service network is developing, but some service departments are not as "experienced" as others.

    If you have any experiences or recommendations for sales, service, parts and overall product knowledge, I would appreciate any information you can provide.

    Thanks in advance,
    I can't help about the dealer either, but we SpyderLovers are pretty tight and there's a list on the main page of people who will help if you are not near a dealer.

    I can't wait to see a pic of the machine you choose. Good luck.
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    I want to thank SL's for the input.
    I have a test ride scheduled next week.
    Thanks again, this forum is great.
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    If you get one also check out a local SRA chapter. Lots of fun people and group rides.
    Hope to see you sometime!
    Let us know how you liked the test ride.

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