• There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.

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    BRP got me again!!!

    Some Guy - Have to agree wth you. BRP is famous for announcing great things and then putting everything on back order. In a couple of months I will be out of warranty and from there on it is on my nickle. Never gave this a thought when I was riding Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki etc. I expected the...
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    Gas Gauge

    At about 3600 miles my gas gauge went flooey. Jumped all over the place from empty to full etc. Took it in to the dealer and it was found to be bad. Replacement of the entire instrument cluster was required, but it fixed the problem. The only PIA was that I will always have a speedo that...
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    question for those who are familiar with honda bikes...

    It is interesting to watch folks try to compare the reliability records of Honda and the BRP Spyder. Honda's record aside, the fact is that our Spyders are experiencing serious problems that seem to grow as more units are sold and the original Spyders approach 2 years of age. I have #600 of...
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    Aussie Spyder Accident Thread?

    My deepest condolences. We all pray they will have a speedy and complete recovery.
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    Purge Valve - Permanent Fix

    I did the isolate the cannister trick yesterday. Left the purge valve connected but plugged the hose leaving the purge valve. Bike runs like a scalded cat, no hesitation or surging and seems to be running somewhat cooler. In any event I am a very Happy Spyder Owner. I am going to leave it...
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    Post here if you have over 5000 miles, not kilometers on your Spyder

    Changed oil and filter today. 6017 mi. New speedo unit at about 3500 mi.
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    SPYDER DPS RECALL UPDATE FROM BRP

    Today I disconnected the hose runing to the purge valve. I then plugged it with a screw in bolt. Took the bike for a ride 95 degrees + and got it to 5 bars. All surging was gone. The bike had all the sharpness to throttle input that it had before and all is well. Question: I now have a...
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    Can't fill up!

    This is why God made industrial strength Velcro. I got the BRP Comfort Seat and after inslallation there was no way in this world the pin would align with receptacle. I took the pin out, picked out an appropriate spot on the frame and applied the velcro. Works like a champ and is much more...
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    BRP reply re surging

    I wonder how many dealers will admit to doing the upgrade improperly? How about somewhere between zip and zero?
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    SPYDER DPS RECALL UPDATE FROM BRP

    I still think it is a function of ambient temp. 95 degrees and above and the surging starts. Down in the lower ranges it runs fine. I sometimes long for the old CV carbs and the ability to change jets to get what you want.
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    Ok on a positive note:

    Again, I am impressed with the loyalty of the Spyder clan. I love my Spyder, but she is much more high maintenance than I had expected. How about a 1/2 Yea. I will wait and see how things go.
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    Nice 91 octane Ride

    Took my Spyder out for a 100 mi. run. Ran just great until after lunch and the temp reached 95 degrees. The surging started and did not go away until later in the day when the temp dropped below 90 or so. I'm thinking perhaps the higher temps pushed the fuel/02 ratio over into the too lean...
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    BRP reply re surging

    Which side is the evap cannister on? Don't want to take off more panels than neccessary.
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    Deploying to Iraq for a year in a couple weeks

    From an old retired Navy guy - Fair winds and a following sea !
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    BRP reply re surging

    Had update installed Tuesday. Bike surged badly and I went back to dealer. He had other bikes that surged also after the update was installed, so he called BRP and asked what could be done. Today, 21 Aug, BRP calls him back and said they were aware that the update causes a disruption in the...
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    Can the Recall Update be UNDONE?

    Had update done My previous post spoke of how unhappy I was with the download. To my great suprise, the Spyder continues to run better and better with every passing mile. The hesitation is practically gone, but the crisp acceleration has not completely returned as yet. It still runs a bit...
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    Can the Recall Update be UNDONE?

    Had the steering download done today. My Spyder went from a smooth running, sharp accelerating machine to a dog! Surging, significant drop in acceleration and just not much fun to ride. I had huge reservations about getting it done, but felt that the potential danger of faulty steering...
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    BACK UP BRAKE SQUEAK SOLVED .....

    Brake squeek fix Was it only your back brake that squealed? Or did you do the spring install on all wheels?
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    Happy owner/Unhappy owner

    Just checking in to see if sig. change took
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    Good night all and thanks

    Welcome aboard. Ride safe and have the time of your life.
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