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2020/21 redesigned front drive sprocket
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Thanks PW ... luckily for me mine came with 3 yr warranty - there are times a curse the longer warranty and times I am soooo thankfull for it.
From my own circle of owners and the dealerships, the front sprocket begins to produce red dust indicating the spline is wearing out due to movement on models 2014 thru to 2020 RT's and F3's.
PW2013STL
Active member
For us this is the first one with the red dust issue. Our 2014 RT we traded with 84,000 miles in for this 2018 F3 did not have it. My 2015 F3 with over 50,000 miles did not have that issue. I traded that for the 2020 RT, no red dust (yet), but does have the noise issue. The noise dosn't bother me so I'm not going to replace it for that reason.
K80Shooter
New member
Any updates on the noise issue? Does the new pully help or eliminate it?
I undertook a long trip a few weeks ago with friends on different bikes - approx 2000 kms
On the run home the 17 RTL developed a rattle which I blamed on my belt dampener. A few of s rattled it and it sounded like the source.
Two days after returning I lifted the RT and duplicated the noise, it turns out I either have a very loose front sprocket or there is a loud rattle coming from whatever is behind the front sprocket. I called the dealership booked it and left it on the hoist - I dont have the temperament to get it down until it goes to the dealership.
Anyone got any hints from experience what it may be?
On the run home the 17 RTL developed a rattle which I blamed on my belt dampener. A few of s rattled it and it sounded like the source.
Two days after returning I lifted the RT and duplicated the noise, it turns out I either have a very loose front sprocket or there is a loud rattle coming from whatever is behind the front sprocket. I called the dealership booked it and left it on the hoist - I dont have the temperament to get it down until it goes to the dealership.
Anyone got any hints from experience what it may be?
That'll be the sprocket! :gaah
Out of all the reports of issues in that area reported here (and there have been quite a few! :sour: ) and those I've seen locally, I think there's only been TWO (2) that ended up being anything but the sprocket (both reported here!) and IIRC, ONE (1) of those was probably just a case of 'to be sure, to be sure' over-kill!
Good Luck getting it sorted. Hope it goes well & quickly too! :thumbup:
Out of all the reports of issues in that area reported here (and there have been quite a few! :sour: ) and those I've seen locally, I think there's only been TWO (2) that ended up being anything but the sprocket (both reported here!) and IIRC, ONE (1) of those was probably just a case of 'to be sure, to be sure' over-kill!
Good Luck getting it sorted. Hope it goes well & quickly too! :thumbup:
Got my 2021 RT last week and boy is it fun. What a nice machine. I do have some whining noise between 45-50 and having read the history here I took in the information from you folks on the revised from sprocket. Mine was an "early 21". I gave the warranty person the pictures of the new sprocket, part numbers and a few quotes from here including the BRP info stating the two post September changes. The added insulation is not an issue for me, only the sprocket.
Dealer seemed pretty positive about getting BRP to cover this. If not will insist dealer should do it anyway. Will find out next week. If the whine remains may get the BRP listed belt tensioner which even BRP claim quiets the drive train. This whine is not something that is overpowering or upsetting, I just want to get this done prior to the 3,000 mi service as I have a 10 day trip planned in June. In the meantime my XT will be hardwired, the two wind deflectors installed and the shakedown miles complete. I might add the Lamonster riser. Thanks for all the input on this and other matters here.
Dealer seemed pretty positive about getting BRP to cover this. If not will insist dealer should do it anyway. Will find out next week. If the whine remains may get the BRP listed belt tensioner which even BRP claim quiets the drive train. This whine is not something that is overpowering or upsetting, I just want to get this done prior to the 3,000 mi service as I have a 10 day trip planned in June. In the meantime my XT will be hardwired, the two wind deflectors installed and the shakedown miles complete. I might add the Lamonster riser. Thanks for all the input on this and other matters here.
K80Shooter
New member
If you get the belt tensioner get it from Lamonster, same tensioner but better bearings/wheel and will last longer.
clintribble
New member
I'm in exactly the same situation - please keep us posted on how the dealer/BRP responds.
Thx!
Getting back to a few who wondered about this. I went through my warranty guy at my dealer a week ago and he was pretty positive on BRP replacing the front sprocket on my early 21. Got a call today and BRP is shipping the parts so should see them next week.
When I went to the dealer I took the pictures of the sprocket and the comments from all you here pertaining to the late year change, possibly decreasing the noise, etc. The dealer was happy I did the research as they really didn't have a lot of info or customer feedback on this. Having the supporting documents helped sell my request. I'm very happy with the 21 and the 350 miles I have on it and if the weather would ever clear up I'd get back out there.
Should be on the VIN &/or Manufacturer's Compliance plate/sticker. Check on the Swingarm, or under the seat; but it WILL be on the machine somewhere. :thumbup:
You can call Can Am service and ask them (888-272-9222) when your Spyder was built. They can also tell you when your warranty went into effect. If the date of warranty isn't the date you purchased call the dealer and have them fix it.
Jbandauskas
New member
Really, i have a 2015 spyder rt. 24,000 miles. Never beat. Just gave out in traffic. Very dangerous. Just driving not shifting.
bikerchris1270
Member
I replaced mine on my 2019 F3L…..I did notice the whistling from the drive train was quieter
…..plus, I was able to apply assembly paste on output shaft to prevent premature wear which had started with he old pulley.
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