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Spyder RSS advice needed....

Congrats on the new ride , you will love it but get to know it , the spyder handles a lot different then a bike even with a side car

What color did you get?
 
billrob71 said:
Congrats on the new ride , you will love it but get to know it , the spyder handles a lot different then a bike even with a side car

What color did you get?
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Hey Billrob, thanks for the congrats! Yes it DOES handle differently but in a good way. The sidecar was a real challenge, right turns were the ones that got your attention. Accellerating and decellerating also caused a pull to the right or left. It was fun at the beginning then it was just a PITA.....
Neutron Green is the color. So far everyone comments positively without me mentioning it................
 
bobnaquin said:
Brake fluid low will give an error when it needs about a teaspoon of fluid. Brake pads can wear down to a mm before needing changing. That is really thin but there you have it.

Change the oil every 5000 miles, ride it regularly and don't modify the electrics in any way. At least until you learn the proper way to do it-on here.

I am on my second RS and they are rock solid, strong and problem free since the power steering has been fixed. You should have a lot of fun.
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Thanks Bob Naquin! The pads look OK, but a more thorough inspection is necessary. I'll be sure and ask here about any electrical mods. The Can-Am oil change kit will be in next week. I did suction out the oil tank and put in semi 20w-50 I had for my Suzuki (wet clutch rated). It was NOT SM.... It has to be better than the stuff the previous owner left in there (phew!). I noticed it now goes in neutral much easier......Art
 
Queasyrider said:
Thanks, Spydaman60! People on this forum are having an incredible time with their "Spyda's". I haven't had so much anticipation since I bought my V-Max 10 years ago! Big day tomorrow!..............Art
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I've been riding two days now, I LOVE this thing!!..........Art
 
Queasyrider said:
Thanks Bob Naquin! The pads look OK, but a more thorough inspection is necessary. I'll be sure and ask here about any electrical mods. The Can-Am oil change kit will be in next week. I did suction out the oil tank and put in semi 20w-50 I had for my Suzuki (wet clutch rated). It was NOT SM.... It has to be better than the stuff the previous owner left in there (phew!). I noticed it now goes in neutral much easier......Art
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I'd recommend you get that 20W-50 out of there ASAP. The water-cooled Spyder engine is not designed to operate with the heavier oil meant for air-cooled engines. Until you get it out of there, take it very easy...especially when cold, and warm it up thoroughly before you rev the engine or hit the road.
 
NancysToy said:
I'd recommend you get that 20W-50 out of there ASAP. The water-cooled Spyder engine is not designed to operate with the heavier oil meant for air-cooled engines. Until you get it out of there, take it very easy...especially when cold, and warm it up thoroughly before you rev the engine or hit the road.
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Thank you for the advice! I have been taking it easy, getting used to it. It's been warm here in Tampa, 65-75f. New oil here Monday.....
 
congratulations On your new spyder. I have a 2012 rs and will have 25,000 miles on it this week. I've put on new rear pads and a rear tire...you can not beat the rs. Enjoy the Ryde and put some miles on it!:2thumbs:
 
greatrides said:
congratulations On your new spyder. I have a 2012 rs and will have 25,000 miles on it this week. I've put on new rear pads and a rear tire...you can not beat the rs. Enjoy the Ryde and put some miles on it!:2thumbs:
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Thanks Greatrides! Quick question: I noticed at highway speeds 50-70 mph, the wind over the windshield hits me right at my face. Do you have a similar problem? I wear an open face helmet, full face is too hot in the warmer weather especially in the heavy traffic here.............Art
 
BRP makes a 25" windscreen that might help. I keep it on until we get to the really hot days here in Arkansas. I thought I would like the taller model to help with buffeting, but it cut the airflow down too much on 90degree days. Once it's that hot I switch back to the short sports screen and just wear a 3/4 helmet. But below about 80, I do like the taller one even though it takes away from some of the coolness factor of the RSS. :doorag:
 
Let me throw this to the wind.:roflblack: Could it be due to the size difference on the handle bar switch housing? Being the LH is larger and directing upwards?
Now I have one for you guys. When I ride holding only with my left hand it pulls to the left, right or both dead straight down the road. :shocked:
 
Can am kid the switch houseings should have no difference in handling, maybe your left arm is causing a slight pull,The right or left hand on the bars with slight pressure on them should have you tracking straight.
Mike
 
Congrats on the new spyder from one rss rider to another youll love it.

My thoughts on the 20 /50 cycle oil is that my Harley V Rod V twin is watter cooled also and i use synthetic HD oil for it as well as my 2012 Can Am Spyder although the spyder calls for 5w40 i prefer here in Florida to use the same oil in both machines due to the heat here and the synthetic hd premium oil with the same jasco ratings works verry well with no manual clutch problems.
Im not recomending this to anyone else these are just my personal choises having used this oil in both new and used Harleys with air and watter cooled V twin motors with no failures.
Mike
 
Don't sweat running that 20/50. Aprilia has been running the same v twin in most of their bikes for years and a lot of those guys run 20/50. No oil issues.
BRP specs the 5/40 oil because it's the same oil they use in a lot of their other machines.

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mcaccamise said:
Congrats on the new spyder from one rss rider to another youll love it.

My thoughts on the 20 /50 cycle oil is that my Harley V Rod V twin is watter cooled also and i use synthetic HD oil for it as well as my 2012 Can Am Spyder although the spyder calls for 5w40 i prefer here in Florida to use the same oil in both machines due to the heat here and the synthetic hd premium oil with the same jasco ratings works verry well with no manual clutch problems.
Im not recomending this to anyone else these are just my personal choises having used this oil in both new and used Harleys with air and watter cooled V twin motors with no failures.
Mike
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Thanks Mike! The correct BRP oil and filter kit will be here Monday. The oil that was in it smelled like gasoline and was pitch back......I wanted it out ASAP! The clutch does release better, but still gets grabby occasionally. The plates may be burnt......Art
 
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