• 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.

Extended warranty options when Spyder not currently under warranty

M

Mojowcs

New member
I've got a 2014 RT Limited that is NOT under any warranty. I've confirmed this with BRP. I also know that to get the B.E.S.T Extended Service Plan, I have to be under a current B.E.S.T plan or factory warranty. Since my Spyder is not under any warranty, the B.E.S.T Extended Service Plan is not an option. I've contacted my local dealer at the suggestion of BRP to discuss warranty options. What can I expect at the dealer? What warranty options are available for a Spyder not currently covered with an extended warranty?
 
I was just told at a dealer last Friday that my BEST warranty is up at the end of the month. He quoted me $690 for a 2 year extension on it. I suppose it's worth it, especially if something major happens.

Coke
 
You don't say how long you've had the Spyder, its mileage, and what kind of reliability it's delivered to date. If it is under no BRP warranty, either factory or B.E.S.T. extended warranty, you are SOL unless you want to gamble with a third party extended warranty. Those critters can be very risky and most dealers doing work require you to pay the bill up front and then settle with the warranty company. And then there the cost of the warranty...

If you're not a gambling man it might be wise to rat hole some dough each month.
 
Zurich makes a warranty you can add to your Spyder, I put a 2 year one on my Spyder but I don't remember the cost. I think I motorsports sells them.
 
Don't bother with any of the aftermarket extended service contracts. None of them are worth the paper written on. Too many hoops, too many weasel words. Very little if any payback or real coverage. Long history of being useless. ALL of them.
 
jcthorne said:
Don't bother with any of the aftermarket extended service contracts. None of them are worth the paper written on. Too many hoops, too many weasel words. Very little if any payback or real coverage. Long history of being useless. ALL of them.
Click to expand...

My experience has been exactly the opposite. The Zurich on my Spyder more then paid for itself during the time I had it. Maybe I was lucky I don't know, but they list what they will cover and if its there they pay minus $50.00 deductible.
 
JayBros said:
You don't say how long you've had the Spyder, its mileage, and what kind of reliability it's delivered to date. If it is under no BRP warranty, either factory or B.E.S.T. extended warranty, you are SOL unless you want to gamble with a third party extended warranty. Those critters can be very risky and most dealers doing work require you to pay the bill up front and then settle with the warranty company. And then there the cost of the warranty...

If you're not a gambling man it might be wise to rat hole some dough each month.
Click to expand...

I've had the Spyder roughly 2 months. I picked it up with 13100 miles on it. I've already put about 200 on it. No problems with it so far but I've read lots of stories on this forum regarding the Spyder's possibility for issues and the expense to repair/maintain. Based on what you're saying it may be more cost effective and less hassle to create a repair fund and regularly contribute to it. Definitely worth considering.
 
pegasus1300 said:
My experience has been exactly the opposite. The Zurich on my Spyder more then paid for itself during the time I had it. Maybe I was lucky I don't know, but they list what they will cover and if its there they pay minus $50.00 deductible.
Click to expand...

If I went with a Zurich warranty, would they need to verify the condition of the Spyder somehow? When you used your Zurich warranty, what was the process?
 
Mojowcs said:
...Based on what you're saying it may be more cost effective and less hassle to create a repair fund and regularly contribute to it. Definitely worth considering.
Click to expand...

My B.E.S.T. extended warranty will expire in Oct,this year, after a total of five years of factory, two yr, and B.E.S.T. extended, 3 yr. I see no justifiable reason to purchase any additional warranty protection but will sock away X $$ each month to cover whatever may arise beyond normal service costs. Based on the performance of my '14RT-S to date, turned 52K today, it has been very reliable. I hope its reliability continues and that my rat hole stash will become a party slush fund for me and my bride.
 
Mojowcs said:
If I went with a Zurich warranty, would they need to verify the condition of the Spyder somehow? When you used your Zurich warranty, what was the process?
Click to expand...
they didn't on mine. It was a 2012 that I bought in 2015. BTW the company is Imotorsports. They are a sponsor here I think.
 
pegasus1300 said:
My experience has been exactly the opposite. The Zurich on my Spyder more then paid for itself during the time I had it. Maybe I was lucky I don't know, but they list what they will cover and if its there they pay minus $50.00 deductible.
Click to expand...

Glad to know SOMEONE got some coverage. I and friends and customers have been shafted by all of them, including Zurich. Text of the plan means nothing. At least not what you think it does.
 
Has anyone had trouble getting warranty work at their dealer, after buying the extended warranty at Sierra Cycles or somewhere else?
 
At one time BRP was a bit slow getting the extended warranty cars to owners, like a couple of months or more; don't know if they're faster now and, of course, it wouldn't matter if the Spyder was still under factory warranty. I have not heard a single case of a BRP dealer declining to honor a B.E.S.T. extended warranty. The rub comes when an owner expects a wear item, like brake pads, clutch discs, etc., to be replaced under warranty. As usual, read the fine print.
 
Western has gone out of business several times. Each time coming back under a slightly different name. Each time they file bankruptcy, the policies are worthless. I bought one years ago. They continue to play this con game selling policies and honoring claims until the ponzie scheme is bust. File bankruptcy and start over.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

G
Recommend iMotorsports for your B.E.S.T. Extended Warranty
Replies
5
Views
1K
Mosess01
M
J
New Spyder sold with no factory warranty - is this right? What say you all?
2
Replies
33
Views
2K
Bfromla
Bfromla
broderp
Opinions wanted - How I and the Dealer handled a service issue - long read warning
2
Replies
32
Views
4K
JB62
JB62
M
What Camper Trailer options are there for Spyder's - RT &/or F3?
Replies
13
Views
2K
Cobranut
Cobranut
broderp
How does Can-Am Test New Spyders? Should I be concerned?
Replies
15
Views
2K
old Timer
O
Back
Top