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[zsisk]

I just purchased a 2008 GS in pretty good shape as far as I can tell. 13K miles. It does have a brake failure warning message. I have found a bunch of simple things to try. Wondering if there is anybody in my area that could swing by and look at it with me and take it for a spin through my neighborhood to make sure everything feels and sounds right. I think it does but don't know the bikes that well yet. The previous owner is waiting on the title so I can't really go anywhere to meet somewhere else yet. It is the SE5 model. I live near Gainesville, VA. If anybody is close, please let me know if you could take a few minutes to come educate me. Thanks

 

[Chupaca]

Welcome....

Well soon it would seem. Not that I can help from here but I'm sure there is someone near by that could. How about a ryde to a dealer to have them check it out..? You don't need the title for that just the registration :thumbup:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

NEWBIE

I just purchased a 2008 GS in pretty good shape as far as I can tell. 13K miles. It does have a brake failure warning message. I have found a bunch of simple things to try. Wondering if there is anybody in my area that could swing by and look at it with me and take it for a spin through my neighborhood to make sure everything feels and sounds right. I think it does but don't know the bikes that well yet. The previous owner is waiting on the title so I can't really go anywhere to meet somewhere else yet. It is the SE5 model. I live near Gainesville, VA. If anybody is close, please let me know if you could take a few minutes to come educate me. ThanksView attachment 155536

:congrats:..:welcome:.... as far as the warning message ... Spyders ( the computer -NANNY ) is very sensitive to the amount of brake fluid.... It may only need 1 or 2 tablespoons, to get rid of the message ... Use the type as required in your owners manual. The containers are under the seat, check & clean the caps and make sure you put them back on with the ARROWS on the caps where they were before you opened them .... as long as you add a little at a time they are pretty hard to over-fill ......good luck .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Roadster Renovations]

:welcome::congratsn the new rysde!!

As Blue Knight said. Check both caps as they may be isolated like our RT was.

 

[Zip]

:welcome: & :congrats: on your new Ryde.

 

[JerryB]

Hi zsisk,

Re: I just purchased a 2008 GS

I have the same machine also with 13k on it now.

I've done a fair amount of changes to mine. If you need info on what I have done, just drop a PM

Jerry Baumchen

 

[zsisk]

Well soon it would seem. Not that I can help from here but I'm sure there is someone near by that could. How about a ryde to a dealer to have them check it out..? You don't need the title for that just the registration :thumbup:

I plan on taking to the dealer to change all the fluids and maybe swap out all 3 tires. I was looking for someone close to me that knows the sounds and feels to give me an idea of anything that needs done or looked at. I am sure the dealer would throw a lot at me whether it is truly needed or not!

 

[zsisk]

I plan on figuring out the brake warning today. Hoping it is just the fluid. Parking brake also seems to be sticking some so I am also going to lube the connections some.

 

[zsisk]

Hi zsisk,

Re: I just purchased a 2008 GS

I have the same machine also with 13k on it now.

I've done a fair amount of changes to mine. If you need info on what I have done, just drop a PM

Jerry Baumchen

Would love to hear about what you have done. Mine came with bar risers, highway pegs, passenger backrest, heated grips, tall and short sheilds. I have a pelican trunk from my old Vstrom I plan on adding. Also want to add some additional lighting front and rear.

 

[ARtraveler]

:welcome: and :congrats:

Blue Knight and Roadster Renovations are right on with the suggestion about checking fluid. It is common with most of the :ani29:'s.

If you have not already read it, some helpful information below.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...t-Do-s-and-Do-Nots-quot-for-new-Spyder-owners :yes:

 

[zsisk]

Hi zsisk,

Re: I just purchased a 2008 GS

I have the same machine also with 13k on it now.

I've done a fair amount of changes to mine. If you need info on what I have done, just drop a PM

Jerry Baumchen

Would love to hear about what you have done. Mine came with bar risers, highway pegs, passenger backrest, heated grips, tall and short sheilds. I have a pelican trunk from my old Vstrom I plan on adding. Also want to add some additional lighting front and rear.

 

[SteveP]

2008 GS SM5 here

If you have some mechanical knowledge you can do some of your own work BUT.... I suggest you determine if your closest dealer is decent . You should be sure that all of the upgrades and recalls have been done to your Spyder , and if adding brake fluid doesn't solve your problem take it to the dealer and have them go over the bike after they give you a estimate for doing that .... as you get used to the machine and read ( and ask questions) on this forum you should feel more comfortable doing diagnostic on little problems. I have only had to change the oil and install an oil pressure switch and CO2 sensor in 24,000 km . Enjoy your Ryde
:2thumbs:

 

[jerpinoy]

:welcome: and :congrats: Up keep is the secret and will enjoy.

 

[Ranman42]

Welcome aboard

:clap:Congrats on your ryde. :cheers: Enjoy!