3000 mile service

[bushjc]

I bought my 2019 RT Limited new almost a year ago. It had 97 miles on it at the time, as it was being used at the dealership in their Can Am course.

I have almost 2100 miles on it now and my question is this. How long can I wait for the 3000 mile checkup?

I know I will be riding a lot this summer and I really don't want to have the bike in the shop for an extended period of time while they do the service.

If I go up to 4000 miles would it do damage?

I could do the oil change myself at 3000, but what would I be missing by not taking the bike to the dealer? Thanks!

 

[agrimm01]

I bought my 2019 RT Limited new almost a year ago. It had 97 miles on it at the time, as it was being used at the dealership in their Can Am course.

I have almost 2100 miles on it now and my question is this. How long can I wait for the 3000 mile checkup?

I know I will be riding a lot this summer and I really don't want to have the bike in the shop for an extended period of time while they do the service.

If I go up to 4000 miles would it do damage?

I could do the oil change myself at 3000, but what would I be missing by not taking the bike to the dealer? Thanks!

The 3000 mile checkup:
Perform Pre-Ride inspection checklist in Owners manual
Replace engine oil and filter
check brake fluid level
Check reverse mechanism operation
check engine coolant level
check operation of control switches and pass. switches
check drive belt condition and tension
check torque of rear wheel axle nut
Visually check brake pads and discs condition
check passenger handholds looseness
check footrests looseness
check body panel looseness
check operation of storage compartment latches, hinges and key barrels

 

[Cruzr Joe]

1st service is very important, better early than late.

Spyder should be serviced at least once a year regardless of mileage.

Cruzr Joe

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

The 3000 mile checkup:
Perform Pre-Ride inspection checklist in Owners manual
Replace engine oil and filter
check brake fluid level
Check reverse mechanism operation
check engine coolant level
check operation of control switches and pass. switches
check drive belt condition and tension
check torque of rear wheel axle nut
Visually check brake pads and discs condition
check passenger handholds looseness
check footrests looseness
check body panel looseness
check operation of storage compartment latches, hinges and key barrels

You'll notice the ONLY thing that NEEDS to be done is the oil & filter ..... Historically speaking the Brake Pads they should last at a minimum 20,000 mi. ... I have a 14 RT the rear got pads at 30,011 ( but they were nearly gone - so now I will check at 28,000 mi. ) the front were done at 43,000 mi. ( and still had at least 5000 mi. left - but I had them out so I changed them ) ..... If the Rotors arn't warped ( you would notice this ) then they are fine ..... I NEVER took my Spyder in for any Services except a couple of Warranty items .... If you do your own service ( and that's legal to keep your warranty in tact ) .... save all the receipts ..... good luck .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[RayBJ]

:agree:
I did my 3k service in my garage at 3300 mi. Replaced oil & filter. All the other 'checks' were done when upgrading the dirty side (sway bar, tires, shocks) of the RT and adding farkles. I waste oil by changing more frequently than the book suggests - ~6k between using full synth. That gives me the motivation to look over the RT more often than the schedule.

 

[ARtraveler]

After the initial service, regular service is recommended every 9,500 miles OR once a year. Most change their oil a little earlier than that.

You are more than ready for that initial service.

 

[Jetfixer]

To answer your question, what you'd be missing is the opportunity to leave a lot of money behind at the dealer, and the opportunity to learn a lot about your bike that you can do yourself with some basic quality hand tools. If you decide to do this yourself, I strongly suggest you invest in some quality replacement magnetic plugs for the two oil drains. A quick search in the forum and you'll find out what I'm saying!