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    Default New Spyder owner here looking for support

    Hello guys I am new to the Spyder world I have always wanted one since they came out however had to wait till I could afford one. So I will be picking up my Spyder this Sat July 30th. It is a 08 Can Am Spyder GS SM5. I know this was the first run year for the Spyder so for those of you who have one how reliable has it been and what should I be looking for during my inspection at time of purchase? The bike has 15000 miles and appears to be in very good cosmetic condition. The owner did agree to send the bike off to a dealer and have a inspection performed at his cost. I am super excited to pick up this machine and get on the road. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance

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    Default Congrats!

    Congrats on your Spyder.
    i own an 09 RS (my first) and all I can say is rev it up! These earlier Spyders like being ridden at higher rpm's; I never even hit 5th gear unless I'm running over 65 mph. I shift between 5000 and 5500 rpm.

    Read the Do's and Dont's on this site, but most importantly....Have Fun!!!!


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    Default Looking for support

    Welcome, I'm looking for support too, monetary support. LOL Have the dealer check the exhaust gaskets for leaks and try to find out if the fluids have ever been changed. Good luck with the purchase and be sure to stop back and post some pictures when it is yours.

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    Here's my support

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    you got mail..
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    and you're in right place, if you need help just fire out and one of us will help you in many ways believe me.
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    Be sure to have the dealer check out the drive belt. Wear, alignment. And as said before find out about all the fluids. And always remember to relax your grip on the bars, read the do's and don'ts on here then all that's left is try to remember to stop smiling from time to time so your face doesn't get sore. And welcome to the best site on the internet with the best people there is.
    Living life a 1/4 mile at a time.

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    Your purchase is similar to my first Spyder purchase in 08. GS, SM5. Rode it for 23,500 trouble free miles before trading off in 2010 for an RTS. It's still out there. You might need tires if they are original.

    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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    Default Thanks everyone for the support

    Thanks everyone for the support! The buyer is sending bike to dealer as a condition of the sale for a inspection to insure that everything works as it should and to be looked over. That makes me feel safer about the sale and gives me much respect for him.

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    have fun glad you could join us on this site.

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    Have fuuuun!
    Live, Love, and Ride! God Bless!

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    On my way home with the spyder.

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    Awesome looking ryde! Enjoy!
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    Default Nice!

    Congrats, hope to see you and all area Spyder riders in Maggie Valley Oct 6-9 for Spyder Adventures.
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    Default welcome

    That's a great looking bike. Should be a lot of fun, Welcome to the spyder family. could you tell me what size trailer that is? Been looking for one to use with our bike

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    Welcome! I haven't been a spyder owner very long but absolutely love it!
    This is a fantastic group to belong to. The members are very informative and helpful.
    Your spyder is a beaut!!! Enjoy it to the fullest.
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    Quote Originally Posted by trucker1 View Post
    That's a great looking bike. Should be a lot of fun, Welcome to the spyder family. could you tell me what size trailer that is? Been looking for one to use with our bike
    6x12 I got a great deal on it in TN

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    Great looking Spyder! And nice trailer. If you love it half as much as my wife and I love ours, you will have a blast!

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    Nice Paint Job!

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    Default GREAT RYDE!!! Best of luck and welcome. Ryde safe

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    On my way home with the spyder.

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    I plan to do all my maintenance myself I own a auto repair business here in NC. Anyone else do their own maintenance if so anything I should pay close attention to during routine service

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