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 New to me 2012 RT question
Hi all
just picked up a new to me 2012 RT and have a question. I was trying to figure out the radio today and when I shut the bike down, there is a kind of humming sound from the right side of the bike. Is this the norm or should I turn off the radio or??
Thanks all!
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 Originally Posted by Gimpy Girl
Hi all
just picked up a new to me 2012 RT and have a question. I was trying to figure out the radio today and when I shut the bike down, there is a kind of humming sound from the right side of the bike. Is this the norm or should I turn off the radio or??
Thanks all!
Welcome....
I highly recommend reading this here:
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...-Spyder-owners
It also explains the sound you hear (humming) as well as other tips you should know about!
"Humming Sound" after turning the key off:
You will hear a humming sound for about 30-45 minutes after turning-off 2012-13 Spyders. This is normal and mentioned in the manual -- not to worry about it. Pre-2012's have some humming, but it appears not to last as long as on the '12's and '13's. (It is in your manual.) No information yet regarding the 2014 RTS model, but from information received, you will not likely hear the humming-sound.
Bob
2011 RT-S SM5 - Black
Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
Farkles - DIY Trunk Break Light, HMT Break Light, DIY Mirror Turn Signal Lights, DIY Bluetooth Dongle, DIY iPod Setup, DIY Alarm System Install, Show Chrome front fender / rear saddle bag lights, 4th break light around the trunk, Vented Windshield, Baja Ron Sway Bar, DIY GPS setup, Smooth Spyder, BRP Chrome Mirrors, Adjustable deflectors, Triaxis handlebars, NVB Pegs, Bad Boy Airhorn... More to come 
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It's the Electronic Throttle Control
From my owner's manual.....
This vehicle is equipped with an Electronic
Throttle Control (ETC).
Each time the ignition switch is turned
OFF, the ETCmotor stays energized for 40 minutes.
The ETC motor will emit a high frequency
sound during this period of
time that can be heard in a quiet environment.
This is a normal characteristic of the vehicle.
I have NEVER heard this on my 2013 RT - one of the many advantages of being "slightly" hard of hearing. 
As for the radio... It shuts down whenever you turn your key off. ...UNLESS, you don't want it to for some reason. You probably didn't know that you can continue to listen to the radio AFTER you turn the key off, if you press and hold the mode button while shutting the bike down. To turn the radio off then, either cycle the key, or just press the hazard flasher button. This information is compliments of "Finless Bob" who responded above in this thread.
Enjoy the "new" RT. It's a great ride!
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Thanks everyone! It's very, very different from my RS! Great new things to learn on this bike, and am already enjoying the ride 
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 and have fun Deanna
Current Spyder - 2023 F3 LTD Special Mineral Blue
Red LED NANO Saddlebag Marker Lights with Full Illumination
Sequential Fender LED'S (Amber/Red) with Safety Reflector
Dual Power Plate (12 V & USB ports)
Gremlin Bell
Rear Trunk Organizer (4 holders, 2 Elastic Holders)
Lamonster "Top Cuff" with adjustable drink Holder
SpyderPops Missing Guard Belt
Console Accent Trim (Carbon Fiber Domed Black)
Ultimate F3 Floorboards
Front Fairing Service Access Door Covers (Carbon Fiber Doomed Black)
Sway Bar with Links
Rolo Laser Alignment
Half Cover
A-Arm Daytime Dual Color LED Running Lights with Blinker Module
Hi-Viz DRL and Sequential Mirrors lights
Former Spyder - 2014 RTS SE6 Cognac SOLD
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Congratulations..!!
big change. Enjoy your new ryde... don't worry about the humming it is normal. The above explains it.
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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 What mods???
Hi G,
What mods does your "new" RT have??? The P/O MUST have added some "farkles" or even serious mods.
Kaos
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You can't turn the radio off. All you can do is mute the volume.
NEW - 2015 RT Limited SE6 Intense Red Pearl - 07/21/15
Retained the old mirrors with TricLed Signals
General Altimax RT43 rear tire (at...17,000 miles) Ran for 36,500 miles
Michelin Defender.......rear tire (at...53,500 miles) Ran for 60,700 miles
Riken Raptor HR.........rear tire (at 114,200 miles)
Vredestein Quatrac 5 front tires (at 70,500 miles, first new fronts!)
Gear Brake Decelerometer Module
OLD - 2012 RT Limited SE5 Pearl White - 01/31/13 - Traded in at 32,600 miles.
BajaRon Anti-sway Bar
Kumho ECSTA AST rear tire (at 14,200 miles)
TricLed Turn Signals in Mirrors
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Originally Posted by Gimpy Girl
Hi all
just picked up a new to me 2012 RT and have a question. I was trying to figure out the radio today and when I shut the bike down, there is a kind of humming sound from the right side of the bike. Is this the norm or should I turn off the radio or??
Thanks all!
Originally Posted by missouriboy
You can't turn the radio off. All you can do is mute the volume.
True. But turning the key off cuts the power to it , unless you override that in the manner described above.
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on your new ride!! 
