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SpyderLovers Founder
A little heads up on the software upgrade
I got some info that I thought I would share with you all.
First off you really need to get this done even if you don't feel like you have any issues. It's more than just a steering fix.
When you bring it to the dealer it's a really good idea that they plug in their laptop to power and not run off the battery and they put your Spyder on a charger to make sure it has a good full charge. I would say the plugged in laptop is the most important thing.
What has happened is in the middle of the download the laptop will go dead and that will crash the software in your cluster. Then they have to load the old software and then reinstall the new software. Plugging in the laptop will save your dealer from that grief.
The upgrade will/should make your Spyder run a little better and your cold weather starts should be improved also. There is a fuel processor update in this patch. You "may" even get a little better gas mileage.
There were some tweaks that should make it shift a little better but you may or may not notice that.
The main thing is the steering should improve across the board. They really wanted to release this sooner but they took the time and addressed some other areas while they were at it. Now make your appointment and get it done.
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We are still in the dark down here on Oz.
No one has heard a word from BRP as far as I know
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Thanks for sharing that info with us, got it on my TO-DO list. I have no steering issues, but having it done anyway. Just need to get another 100 miles on my spyder, and I will be ready for my first service, and my 4" riser install. Thanks again
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Will do as soon as we get home. Hopefully smooth sailing from here to there. The rain has not been bad...usually before or after us is the worst...we just get light showers, except for Nova Scotia!
Once again, thank you for keeping all of us in the loop.
2008 GS SE5 in 2008
Traded at 43,000 miles for a left over
2010 RT SM5 in 2011
Traded at 57,000 for a left over
2014 RTS SE6 in 2015, which has 35,000 miles
Oct 19th, 2017, totaled 2014 RT while killing a Javaline
Dec 12th, 2017 drove a 2017 F3L home. What an awesome machine!
Never had any breakdown stranded issues.
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thank you Lamont
will get it done, within 9 days,,PROMISE
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Just Had Mine Done...
It took about 25 minutes and that was with the tech taking it out for a spin afterwards. I had not had any steering problems, but agree with Lamont on the shifting improvements. At first I thought it was just in my head, but I noticed that my SE5 down shifts much smoother from 2nd to 1st when I am coming to a stop.
now all I have to get is the recall for the grounding wire.
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I wholeheardly agree Lamont. My bike runs better all around for all the reasons you mentioned. Go get it done if you haven't already.
Stan
Happy owner of 2014 White RTS - SE6
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Blazing Member
Thanks for the update Lamont. Hope to meet up with you at the Spyders in the smokies event.
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Have an appointment to get it done. thanks for the info.
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My appointment is tomorrow along with the 3,000 mile checkup. I haven't noticed any steering issues, but the feedback here from others on how much better it will be makes me glad I read SyderLovers
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Originally Posted by gazey
We are still in the dark down here on Oz.
No one has heard a word from BRP as far as I know
No electricity there....???? Can't you borrow some from your neighbor, AU ????
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Got an appointment for tomorrow to get-er-done
....and we're gonna ride, we're gonna ride.....
ride like the one-eyed Jack of Diamonds, with
the devil close behind,.....we're gonna ride....
2008 GS.....PE # 2888
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Lamonster...right on top...as usual.
Had the upgrade/fix last Saturday. Rode 300 miles and it's a nice improvement. I never really had steering issues other than exceeding the limits during an early morning dragon run a month ago.
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Love this site for info and experiences, thanks Lamont.
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Got appointment for Tuesday. Will try to get the coil ground wire done too.
Thank you Lamont, you're the man
Please let us know if you ever come to Texas. We'll treat you like a rock- star despite your t-shirt.
J
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2010 RTS-SE, Orbital Blue
Thanks Lamont. Mine is going in on Friday.
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Originally Posted by Lamonster
I got some info that I thought I would share with you all.
First off you really need to get this done even if you don't feel like you have any issues. It's more than just a steering fix.
When you bring it to the dealer it's a really good idea that they plug in their laptop to power and not run off the battery and they put your Spyder on a charger to make sure it has a good full charge. I would say the plugged in laptop is the most important thing.
What has happened is in the middle of the download the laptop will go dead and that will crash the software in your cluster. Then they have to load the old software and then reinstall the new software. Plugging in the laptop will save your dealer from that grief.
The upgrade will/should make your Spyder run a little better. There is a fuel processor update in this patch. You "may" even get a little better gas mileage.
There were some tweaks that should make it shift a little better but you may or may not notice that.
The main thing is the steering should improve across the board. They really wanted to release this sooner but they took the time and addressed some other areas while they were at it. Now make your appointment and get it done.
Had mine done and already getting better gas millage.
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Software upgrade done here in New Zealand
Had my software upgrade the other day and hopefully this will improve many items mentioned by other posts.
One interesting new event did occur last weekend on a long ride. My engine light came on at 95km/hr and check transmission message also scrolled across screen. I have 7500kms on the speedo since getting Spyder in Nov/08.
During the upgrade, there were a few hiccups with some new errors showing but after a few tweaks with the software, all should be ok.
Waiting for weather to break since it is winter now and need to verify all is better working than before upgrade
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MOgang Member
As always Lamont has GREAT info... Question: I have search the threats for the Grounding Strap Bulletin and have found nothing, I'm sure its me however,, does anyone have that bulletin they can share with me please?
Thanks in advance
Joe
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SpyderLovers Founder
Originally Posted by xpeschon
As always Lamont has GREAT info... Question: I have search the threats for the Grounding Strap Bulletin and have found nothing, I'm sure its me however,, does anyone have that bulletin they can share with me please?
Thanks in advance
Joe
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...ad.php?t=10800
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My dealership just called me about the grounding wires. They are back-ordered and they don't know when they will get them in.
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They could make them in 5 minutes, 27" and 5" length wires with lugs crimped and soldered on each end. If you were closer, I'd create them and install them for you. That applies to anyone in the Northwest Arkansas area who can't get their dealer to do it.
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