What did you pay for your 9,000 mile service?

[JoeAbell]

If you do your own first 3,000 mile Oil Change.... then at 9,300 and so on... not bringing to a dealer. Is the warranty coverage effected in some way? Like in HVAC companies signing up folks for a monthly wallet money pull so they have "maintenance" income???

 

[jcthorne]

If you do your own first 3,000 mile Oil Change.... then at 9,300 and so on... not bringing to a dealer. Is the warranty coverage effected in some way? Like in HVAC companies signing up folks for a monthly wallet money pull so they have "maintenance" income???

No, but if you have a warranty issue later, BRP will ask you to prove the service was done with receipts.

 

[herring]

As promised, I followed up with two repair facilities concerning the 9,300 mile checkup. Pricing WITHOUT examining the spark plugs $300.00 and $312.00. (Plus the cost of oil, filters. etc). The CanAm manual lists replacing the spark plugs at 28,000 miles. (This was mentioned in a previous post)

Thanks to everyone who provided feedback. Much appreciated.

 

[JoeAbell]

No, but if you have a warranty issue later, BRP will ask you to prove the service was done with receipts.

Cool... I googled this but will still ask the dealer. Careful record keeping and proof is needed.

answer:
Yes, Can-Am will honor your warranty if you do your own oil changes, provided you follow the manufacturer's specified procedures, use approved parts and fluids, and maintain detailed documentation. Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, manufacturers cannot void a warranty for self-maintenance, but they can deny claims if improper service causes damage.

Key Requirements for DIY Maintenance:
Keep Meticulous Records: Save all receipts for parts (oil, filters) and log the date and mileage of each service.
Use Correct Fluids/Filters: Always use the manufacturer-recommended oil type and filter specified in your owner’s manual.
Follow Procedures: Ensure the maintenance is done correctly and according to the schedule.

If a failure occurs, you may be required to prove the maintenance was performed, making your documentation crucial.

 

[Don60]

Are you having the spark plugs changed? Honestly not needed at less than 30,000 miles. I have 59,800 on mine with the original plugs!

On the spark plugs, not needed until you reach 30,000 miles! I replaced mine at 32,000 and found they were in great shape, could have waited another 10,000 miles! Definitely not needed at the first service!

 

[OkayJim]

I am nearing the 9,000 mile checkup. The quoted price I received was for $800.00 and over 5 hours of labor. What was your experience/cost?

My cost was around $420 at OffRoad Express in Erie, PA. Time spent was approx. 2 hours. I decided to change oil and air filter myself this spring, at 17225 miles.

 

[Nokesy]

My shop did my 5 year service with spark plugs, head light oil, filter etc. Coolant for $500

 

[Mikey]

My shop did my 5 year service with spark plugs, head light oil, filter etc. Coolant for $500

Head light oil must be a big job to do!! But that's not a bad price for the whole job!! Is that US $?

 

[Albec]

My shop did my 5 year service with spark plugs, head light oil, filter etc. Coolant for $500

Head light oil? What about the blinker fluid?

 

[Nokesy]

Head light oil must be a big job to do!! But that's not a bad price for the whole job!! Is that US $?

Canadian. For you in the US, $300, oil change up here about $70 with filter.

 

[johnv50]

I relly appreciate my dealer, I had the swaybar installed for $85. He always schedules me with a fair amount of sheduling ahead and I go to breakfast and wait for my service.

 

[racoon]

My dealer doesn't have service appointments. You drop the bike off and they'll call you when they're done.
I was talked into buying their "service package" which included moving my Spyder to the top of the waiting list when I drop it off.
But that was only good for two years, which has now expired.

Baja Ron's is about 3 hours from me. I haven't talked to them yet, but I'll probably be taking my Spyder to them from now on. Either hauling it over on my Stinger CAN-AM trailer and dropping it off, or making an appointment and riding in if it's just an oil change.

 

[DOR55]

Just had my 10K check up this week. Was referred to an Independent shop that is owned by a Can-Am Certified Tech, with another CT on staff: VC Cycle in Indianola, Iowa. Oil/filter change (they stock the factory BRP synthetic oil/filter kit), an in-depth inspection of the bike including belt tension check, removal of front wheels to inspect brakes, a BUDS scan for any current codes/updates, and cleaning of engine and drip pan/skid plate in the oil change area. They identified front pads that are in need of replacement (less than 1 mm). Interesting that the Can-Am DEALER who did a brake fluid flush 2 months/2500 miles ago did not "flag" the pads as a watch item. But then, that dealer also spilled brake fluid during the work and had to replace a body panel.

Extremely Satisfied with the service and the price at VC. Highly Recommended if you are in the area. They will be my Go-To for all non-warranty work. Cost for the work, parts and labor: Less than $300.00

 

[mecsw500]

I am nearing the 9,000 mile checkup. The quoted price I received was for $800.00 and over 5 hours of labor. What was your experience/cost?

Is that $800 for the service items plus 5 hours of labor.

Locally my dealer's labor charges are probably $150 ph, so that would be $750 of labor. If it's $800 including labor, something doesn't add up.

 

[baxter]

When I purchased my first Spyder (2020 RTL) not knowing anything about it, when the time came for the 3000 mile scheduled maintenance I went to the nearest dealer about a hour away. I timed when they took the bike back to service and when it was brought back outside. About a hour and a half. I thought that wasn’t bad considering they washed the bike too. An oil and filter change and checking the routine items on the check list. Come time to pay and it was about $330.00 bucks. I questioned the time that was charged for labor hours when I knew about how long it took but I was charged for longer time and was told men they charged what the book says it should take and not how long they do it in… That was back in 2020. I now do my own oil maintenance and checking. You tube can be a big help with learning and Lamonster has some good videos too. If you take care of the bike, it does not need much to keep it happy, provided you keep from adding farkles that the Nanny does not care for.

 

[herring]

Is that $800 for the service items plus 5 hours of labor.

Locally my dealer's labor charges are probably $150 ph, so that would be $750 of labor. If it's $800 including labor, something doesn't add up.

The service included changing the spark plugs. Remove this option, the price was much more reasonable.

 

[herring]

Just had my 10K check up this week. Was referred to an Independent shop that is owned by a Can-Am Certified Tech, with another CT on staff: VC Cycle in Indianola, Iowa. Oil/filter change (they stock the factory BRP synthetic oil/filter kit), an in-depth inspection of the bike including belt tension check, removal of front wheels to inspect brakes, a BUDS scan for any current codes/updates, and cleaning of engine and drip pan/skid plate in the oil change area. They identified front pads that are in need of replacement (less than 1 mm). Interesting that the Can-Am DEALER who did a brake fluid flush 2 months/2500 miles ago did not "flag" the pads as a watch item. But then, that dealer also spilled brake fluid during the work and had to replace a body panel.

Extremely Satisfied with the service and the price at VC. Highly Recommended if you are in the area. They will be my Go-To for all non-warranty work. Cost for the work, parts and labor: Less than $300.00

Sounds like you received an excellent price for the service provided.

 

[major911]

my dealer charges 179.00 /hr labor plus whatever the parts cost. They are inherently slow i'm guessing to pad the labor rate.