• 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.

Heat issues

Retired 2012

Retired 2012

New member
I know I have asked this before, but I still have a lot of heat coming out the right side and some out the left side as well.
Tech. checked it out three different times and said nothing is wrong. Most F3-S here have no heat issues so I am left wondering what is wrong and why can't
the tech see it. I will talk with BRP again but they don't think it's a issue.
My legs get so hot it feels like my foot and calfs are burning. Yes, I live in a hot area but even my Harleys were not this hot.

Any suggestions or assistance is appreciated.

2015 F3S SM6 6200 miles felt heat from day one, it seems to be getting worse.

Thanks

update- BRP and dealer have opened a case and will check my f3 next thursday.
 
Last edited:
Heat issue

Retired 2012 said:
I know I have asked this before, but I still have a lot of heat coming out the right side and some out the left side as well.
Tech. checked it out three different times and said nothing is wrong. Most F3-S here have no heat issues so I am left wondering what is wrong and why can't
the tech see it. I will talk with BRP again but they don't think it's a issue.
My legs get so hot it feels like my foot and calfs are burning. Yes, I live in a hot area but even my Harleys were not this hot.

Any suggestions or assistance is appreciated.

2015 F3S SM6 6200 miles felt heat from day one, it seems to be getting worse.

Thanks
Click to expand...

Same here except mine is on the left side, extremely HOT!!
 
Retired 2012 said:
I know I have asked this before, but I still have a lot of heat coming out the right side and some out the left side as well.
Tech. checked it out three different times and said nothing is wrong. Most F3-S here have no heat issues so I am left wondering what is wrong and why can't
the tech see it. I will talk with BRP again but they don't think it's a issue.
My legs get so hot it feels like my foot and calfs are burning. Yes, I live in a hot area but even my Harleys were not this hot.

Any suggestions or assistance is appreciated.

2015 F3S SM6 6200 miles felt heat from day one, it seems to be getting worse.

Thanks
Click to expand...

Mine is on right side, sometimes is too hot.
checjed by dealer, could not find cause.
i don't feel it on low speed, fun is working well.
i have 7400 miles. Started after 4000 miles.
 
You are just feeling the hot air coming from the side mounted radiators that runs down the side of the bike. Air enters the front grille and out the sides. At running speed that pushes the hot air down the side of the bike toward your feet and leg. Its nowhere near as hot as the earlier RT or RS bikes were. Just the nature of the bike configuration.

You are riding with long pants and riding boots right?

I have no problem with the minor hot air flow from the F3. That engine heat has to go somewhere.
 
I feel the heat on really hot days 90+ on both inside of my calfs. I think its a combination of the bike and the heat coming up off the pavement. On the F3 your legs especially your ankles and calfs are very close to the ground with no barriar
 
Normal Heat

Retired 2012 said:
I know I have asked this before, but I still have a lot of heat coming out the right side and some out the left side as well.
Tech. checked it out three different times and said nothing is wrong. Most F3-S here have no heat issues so I am left wondering what is wrong and why can't
the tech see it. I will talk with BRP again but they don't think it's a issue.
My legs get so hot it feels like my foot and calfs are burning. Yes, I live in a hot area but even my Harleys were not this hot.

Any suggestions or assistance is appreciated.

2015 F3S SM6 6200 miles felt heat from day one, it seems to be getting worse.

Thanks
Click to expand...

I feel the heat but with jeans and boots, it's negligible. I have rode it once on a very hot day in shorts....stupid idea. First time I have EVER rode any sort of bike with shorts....again, not my cup of tea. Also, as stated earlier, the bike is designed to allow heat to flow. Remember, your straddling a very powerful engine....but if you feel it's excessive, have them check it out.
 
I only have a hundred miles on my new F3, but I thought I did notice some heat on my right foot. It was nothing excessive, just noticeable. I just moved my foot to the outside of the peg and cooled it off! :) I was wondering if that big ol' cat converter was the culprit. Anyone that has dropped the cat have any input on heat differences? :dontknow:
 
I just rode to Sturgis and back, over 2400 miles. the heat is felt but it was never an issue, I do however where chaps most of the time so that may block some of the heat. I felt a lot more heat on my 2012 RT then I do on the F3.
Hope you all can get so you enjoy your ride, I do mine!
 
Baker Built Air Wings Guarantees to Solve Heat Issues.

Retired 2012 said:
I know I have asked this before, but I still have a lot of heat coming out the right side and some out the left side as well.
Tech. checked it out three different times and said nothing is wrong. Most F3-S here have no heat issues so I am left wondering what is wrong and why can't
the tech see it. I will talk with BRP again but they don't think it's a issue.
My legs get so hot it feels like my foot and calfs are burning. Yes, I live in a hot area but even my Harleys were not this hot.

Any suggestions or assistance is appreciated.

2015 F3S SM6 6200 miles felt heat from day one, it seems to be getting worse.

Thanks
Click to expand...
We have recently designed new wings for the Can-Am Spyder F3 that solve the Spyder Riders Heat Issues. If you would like any further information please give us a call at 1800-451-9464 or check out our website http://bakerbuilt.com/bbairwings/spyderf3.html
Thanks,
God Bless!
Bruce
 
Just wow. I thought the air wings on the RT were ugly. They may be functional but I could never do that to my bike.:wrong:
 
Are you a tall fellow?

Retired 2012 said:
I know I have asked this before, but I still have a lot of heat coming out the right side and some out the left side as well.
Tech. checked it out three different times and said nothing is wrong. Most F3-S here have no heat issues so I am left wondering what is wrong and why can't
the tech see it. I will talk with BRP again but they don't think it's a issue.
My legs get so hot it feels like my foot and calfs are burning. Yes, I live in a hot area but even my Harleys were not this hot.

Any suggestions or assistance is appreciated.

2015 F3S SM6 6200 miles felt heat from day one, it seems to be getting worse.

Thanks
Click to expand...
what position is your foot control set? Position 5 allows your feet to come in the area surrounding the exhaust pipe. I noticed some heat from mine so I just located my feet next the end of the pegs and move them often.
 
dealer called back

Just heard back from the Dealership, they did open a case with BRP and BRP wants them to hook up my unit and give them some reading from the heat sensors. They want to know the max heat that my unit has recorded and they want them to check the radiator and hoses for any air in the system. Seems a few had air trapped in the radiator and they want to know if mine does, too.
They did tell the dealer rep. that the system is designed to shed heat and they haven't had many heat issues with the F3's.

Hey, at least they are going to look for a cause of the excessive heat, that a plus in my book.:yes:
 
JkRbbt said:
I only have a hundred miles on my new F3, but I thought I did notice some heat on my right foot. It was nothing excessive, just noticeable. I just moved my foot to the outside of the peg and cooled it off! :) I was wondering if that big ol' cat converter was the culprit. Anyone that has dropped the cat have any input on heat differences? :dontknow:
Click to expand...
I removed the cat and have never had heat issues on the F3.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

W
Are 2024/25 F3's missing the 2 Accessory Circuits? What have you done about this on yours?
2
Replies
21
Views
861
Jaxsnsandy
Jaxsnsandy
CloverHillCrawler
Do you have Water Spots on the Engine finish?
Replies
9
Views
2K
Albec
Albec
D
Finally got my Spyder!
Replies
9
Views
1K
greer
G
E
Any ideas on what might cause this abrupt loss of power?
Replies
10
Views
796
Mikey
Mikey
T
What is the difference between an F3L and an F3T ?????
Replies
8
Views
825
Deanna777
Deanna777
Back
Top