Things you might not know, please add to this list. (RT Series)

**Cruzr Joe** · 05-25-2016, 11:47 PM

On a RT Series Spyder

The Right side Saddlebag is larger than the Left side.

If you don't use the parking brake when you turn the Spyder off, the beeper will quit after 20 seconds.

Your Tires are Directional and should not be swapped side to side.

Your battery charger/tender should be compatible with an AGM battery.

If you use your car Battery to jump start your spyder, leave the car turned off and remove the jumper cables from your spyder as soon as it starts.

If you want your Fuel & Temp gauge to be digital on your dash just unplug both your analog temp and gas gauge and the digital ones will appear on your display.

A good rule of thumb for tire pressure is 18 (+ or - 2) for the front (be sure both are as close as possible for maximum ride stability) and 29 (+ or - 1) for the rear.

Be sure that your Spyder is warmed up good before checking your oil, do not overfill your oil.

Be sure that the brake reservoir caps (located under the seat) are on solidly and that the slightly raised area is pointed toward the back of your spyder or it could leak brake fluid.

DO NOT use a power washer to clean your spyder especially around the dash area.

If you can think of more good suggestions please post them on this thread.

If you allow your spyder to warm up for two or three minutes when you first start it for the day, it will run smoother with less "CLUNK".

Check your tire thread and replace if worn or there are any visible cracks or tire rot marks.

Cruzr Joe

**jerpinoy** · 05-26-2016, 12:33 AM

Thanks a millions CJ

**garb55** · 05-26-2016, 12:51 AM

I don't know what I don't know
So how can I add it to the list if I don't know it

**Cruzr Joe** · 05-26-2016, 01:47 AM

Originally Posted by garb55

I don't know what I don't know
So how can I add it to the list if I don't know it

I DON'T KNOW.

Anonymous

**Ex Winger** · 05-26-2016, 04:46 AM

Didn,t know about the digital gauge gauge Thank,s

Bill

**Culpjp** · 05-26-2016, 06:11 AM

Originally Posted by Cruzr Joe

If you allow your spyder to warm up for two or three minutes when you first start it for the day, it will run smoother with less "CLUNK".

Cruzr Joe

I'm going to try this with my 08 GS SE5. That "clunk" has always annoyed me and worried me.
I won't get to try it for a few days, as I have several new farkles to install, but I will report back.

**irvin48** · 05-26-2016, 06:17 AM

should be made a sticky[sp].--thank you-irv

**Deer Slayer** · 05-26-2016, 06:29 AM

Great post! I always warm up my Spydee as I dress in my gear and brain bucket.
In the safety mode, use your flash to pass on an 18 wheeler then pass smartly. In the Summer you do not want to be beside a big rig when the tyre blowes! I did the flash to pass and got many waves from drivers on my 3400 mile Texas trip. Ryde on my friends.

**Bob Denman** · 05-26-2016, 07:09 AM

The newer RT models have a power port in the top trunk, that can either be hot all of the time, or powered-on when the ignition switch in on...
In the right-Hand fusebox:
If there's a fuse in position #6: the power port is going to be a keyed source of power.
If it's in position #7: it's hot all of the time.
You can use this to your advantage, by having accessories that are plugged into it; be powered down at shut-off, or you can plug a Battery Tender into it, when it's hot all of the time.

**JayBros** · 05-26-2016, 07:47 AM

Regarding Bob's post about the fuses. You must go by the owner's manual numbering of the fuse slots and not the black embossed numbers on the fuse panels. The numbers on the panels are opposite the numbers assigned in the owner's manual.

**nightshift357** · 05-26-2016, 07:50 AM

Are fuse # 6 or 7 a 40 amp ?? (R) side.

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**Pirate looks at --** · 05-26-2016, 07:52 AM

Of course you can do wheelies.....but only in reverse!

**billybovine** · 05-26-2016, 08:13 AM

Originally Posted by nightshift357

Are fuse # 6 or 7 a 40 amp ?? (R) side.

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From your point of view looking in the front trunk. The Spyders right fuse box is on your left.

**Bob Denman** · 05-26-2016, 08:15 AM

Originally Posted by nightshift357

Are fuse # 6 or 7 a 40 amp ?? (R) side.

5 amp.

**Bob Denman** · 05-26-2016, 08:23 AM

Originally Posted by 2 Cruysyn

Aside from loosing the ability to channel water out of the way why else would you NOT want to run directional tires in the reverse direction?

"Aside from loosing the ability to channel water out of the way... "
What more reason do you need?

**gkamer** · 05-26-2016, 08:30 AM

"From your point of view looking in the front trunk. The Spyders right fuse box is on your left."

A good point to remember

**Cruzr Joe** · 05-26-2016, 08:34 AM

Originally Posted by gkamer

"From your point of view looking in the front trunk. The Spyders right fuse box is on your left."

A good point to remember

I always use the "sitting on the bike" as my reference for right or left.

Cruzr Joe

**Cruzr Joe** · 05-26-2016, 08:35 AM

Originally Posted by Bob Denman

"Aside from loosing the ability to channel water out of the way... "
What more reason do you need?

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**jaherbst** · 05-26-2016, 08:36 AM

Thanks for the information Uncle Joe! Useful indeed.

Jack

**Commander** · 05-26-2016, 08:37 AM

Great Info and Great people on this Forum. Thank you....

**Bob Denman** · 05-26-2016, 08:40 AM

Originally Posted by jaherbst

Thanks for the information Uncle Joe! Useful indeed.

Jack

**Chupaca** · 05-26-2016, 08:46 AM

Too much to deal with.....RS lover here..

**Pampurrs** · 05-26-2016, 09:00 AM

Good stuff Joe

Here's one I discovered by chance:

When you depress the "Set" button while riding, the display toggles between Trip A and Trip B.

Pam

**SpyderAnn01** · 05-26-2016, 10:29 AM

Some people's idea of "warmed up good" may not be sufficient for getting an accurate oil reading. Follow the directions in the Owners Manual for checking the oil. And be extra vigilant on being sure that you have run the engine the recommended amount of time or you will not be getting a good reading.

Another add to your list would be to read your Owners Manual, there is a wealth of information there. If you don't have one you can read it online at www.can-am.brp.com

On the 14 and newer RT you don't have to wait for the start up menu if you have turned the engine off for less than 5 minutes. You can start it while the screen is going through its paces. So if you just fueled up you can turn the key on and hit the starter button without waiting.

**Bob Denman** · 05-26-2016, 10:33 AM

"On the 14 and newer RT you don't have to wait for the start up menu if you have turned the engine off for less than 5 minutes. You can start it while the screen is going through its paces. So if you just fueled up you can turn the key on and hit the starter button without waiting."

"When you depress the "Set" button while riding, the display toggles between Trip A and Trip B."

Ann & Pam,

I hadn't heard of these; Thanks!

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Warm up and Safety.

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