Any idea of Long term costs? What sort of mileage will things need replacing?

[Zenermaniac]

Newbie here, I’m looking at buying a high mileage 1330 RT and want to get an idea of possible long term costs. I realize everyone’s experiences will vary, but, at what mileage have you needed to replace things like wheel bearings, ball joints, coolant pumps, shocks, etc? Ever had to replace an ECU? Thanks.

 

[ARtraveler]

The mileage would be helpful to know. The site gurus can give you a better answer with that information. 1330's have an expected long life. 100,000 plus is easy. Major service every 28K or so.

 

[jjc54]

My Spyder has only been to the dealership 3 times in its life and I am closing in on 50,000 miles. The previous owner had the first service done at the dealership and then had the front tires replaced because they were out of round (OEM Kendas). I had the front sprocket recall performed by my local dealer. I replaced my cam position sensor (know problem and new part #) myself. All routine maintenance I do myself and the only other items so far has been rear brake pads once and tires 2 times. Do yourself a favor and put on good quality car tires and reduces the psi on them. Lots of info on tires here but I like Vredesteins. To me low mileage on a machine is scarier than one that is being used as long as it is being maintained.

 

[Peter Aawen]

Newbie here, I’m looking at buying a high mileage 1330 RT and want to get an idea of possible long term costs. I realize everyone’s experiences will vary, but, at what mileage have you needed to replace things like wheel bearings, ball joints, coolant pumps, shocks, etc? Ever had to replace an ECU? Thanks.

Realistically, your question is sorta akin to that question that goes something along the lines of "How long is piece of string?" and the answer is going to be juuust as accurate.

However, there are quite a few Spyders out there still going strong having done well over 100,000 miles, some even pushing 200,000 miles; most with few, if any, issues and none of the things you listed being required (except maybe rear wheel bearings & shocks, but they both DO have a limited life, somewhat shorter if worked hard/loaded heavily, so that's not really unexpected! ) so what are you calling 'high milage'?? :dontknow:

 

[Little Blue]

Newbie here, I’m looking at buying a high mileage 1330 RT and want to get an idea of possible long term costs. I realize everyone’s experiences will vary, but, at what mileage have you needed to replace things like wheel bearings, ball joints, coolant pumps, shocks, etc? Ever had to replace an ECU? Thanks.

It would be very helpful if we knew the exact mileage on this Spyder. As posted Spyders can have a long life. 100,000 to 200,000 miles are possible. Quality maintenance is a real help.

Please post up the mileage. ....:thumbup:

 

[Zenermaniac]

Realistically, your question is sorta akin to that question that goes something along the lines of "How long is piece of string?" and the answer is going to be juuust as accurate.

However, there are quite a few Spyders out there still going strong having done well over 100,000 miles, some even pushing 200,000 miles; most with few, if any, issues and none of the things you listed being required (except maybe rear wheel bearings & shocks, but they both DO have a limited life, somewhat shorter if worked hard/loaded heavily, so that's not really unexpected! ) so what are you calling 'high milage'?? :dontknow:

I realize it’s sort of a dumb question but I was curious if there were any trends to be aware of. Apparently not. I’m looking at one with a bit over 50K miles so from what I’m reading here that’s not a big deal. It’s a very significant purchase for me so I wanted to consider future costs. Thanks.

 

[crossbowme]

Believe it or not, I have a '21 that I bought new and I haven't had any mechanical issues. However, the freaking plastic is driving me crazy. I have had to take it to the dealer twice to fix my side bags so I could open them. My rear trunk lock and shock have failed and have been replaced. It goes on and on...!

 

[BajaRon]

�� I realize it’s sort of a dumb question but I was curious if there were any trends to be aware of. Apparently not. I’m looking at one with a bit over 50K miles so from what I’m reading here that’s not a big deal. It’s a very significant purchase for me so I wanted to consider future costs. Thanks.

If it has been well maintained it's no big deal at all.

 

[Deanna777]

Newbie here, I’m looking at buying a high mileage 1330 RT and want to get an idea of possible long term costs. I realize everyone’s experiences will vary, but, at what mileage have you needed to replace things like wheel bearings, ball joints, coolant pumps, shocks, etc? Ever had to replace an ECU? Thanks.

HI Zenermaniac,

What year is the Spyder model that you are looking at?

I can't help you with the long term costs.

Deanna

 

[canamjhb]

Of all vehicles I have owned over the last 60+ years, my Spyder had the very highest expense/value ratio...... By far! But it did bring a lot of pleasure when it wasn't in the shop. I sold it one week after the warranty expired. Draw your own conclusions.

 

[Peter Aawen]

�� I realize it’s sort of a dumb question but I was curious if there were any trends to be aware of. Apparently not. I’m looking at one with a bit over 50K miles so from what I’m reading here that’s not a big deal. It’s a very significant purchase for me so I wanted to consider future costs. Thanks.

Well, let's just say, that's barely run in!! nojoke. Mind you, if it's a 2014 that means an average of no more than about 5,000 miles a year, which is a little on the low side, and all that sitting around might be a bit of an issue :shocked: So, what year is it?? :dontknow:

Still, as you're beginning to see/others have said &/or hinted at, if the Spyder you're looking at has been well maintained (& it hasn't had any major problems so far ) then that 50k miles is no big deal at all! :thumbup:

You should be able to check its service history/any outstanding work by asking a dealer to look up the VIN, so it's probably well worth checking that; and making sure it's not still running on 10-year-old petrol, oil, &/or tires & filters etc is probably smart too!

As for trends, the only real 'trend' that I can say I've noticed over the last 13-14 years or so has been that IMHO, the V-Twin RT's got better until the end of the 2013's, arguably the pinnacle of that version of the RT's (once the Heat Recall was done, anyway! ); and the 1330's were pretty much at their best from 2014 thru 'til about 2016/17; then, while the engine remained pretty good, they started a gradual decline in the reliability of the rest of their driveline, the fit, finish, and electronics after that; with the latest generation of RT's starting out strong in 2020 & basically becoming increasingly complex, 'plasticky', & more problematic from there on in!! :shocked:

However, that's just my opinion, and I'm also pretty sure that I haven't yet seen any Spyder exciting enough or one that suits me/my needs well enough to coax me away from my (slightly modded/ECU Upgraded) 2013 V-Twin RT, so I might be a little biased! . And I do get to do quite a few miles on a variety of newer Spyders & Rykers... :thumbup:

Ps: Btw, my only real expenses over the last 10+ years on my Spyder have all been 'general use consumables'; things like fuel, oil, filters, brake pads, tires, a battery, & shocks/coils, in that order (I think?? Any I've missed?! )