I am at a loss & need help.

[Markg]

After going to Banff National Park in Canada we began the trek back to Illinois. We cut south from Medicine Hat, AB on Rt 41. We did not know about the construction today. As we entered in to Montana they were chip & rocking the road. A flagger directed us to follow the pilot truck & we followed. It was on the side the work was not being done. As we follow the pilot truck changed lanes and so did we. Big mistake, we were in fresh oil & chip. About 100 yards later I was sitting without a drive belt and my friends was shredded but still intact. We have had bot RT's towed/flatbed to Harve, Montana where we have a motel room. I have to figure out how to get two drive belts and then install them. Right now I am at a loss on how to get a drive belt here. I have changed tires on thes RT's but not sure I have enough tools for that here. Any suggestions might be helpful. Thanks.

 

[murphybrown]

Do you have?

After going to Banff National Park in Canada we began the trek back to Illinois. We cut south from Medicine Hat, AB on Rt 41. We did not know about the construction today. As we entered in to Montana they were chip & rocking the road. A flagger directed us to follow the pilot truck & we followed. It was on the side the work was not being done. As we follow the pilot truck changed lanes and so did we. Big mistake, we were in fresh oil & chip. About 100 yards later I was sitting without a drive belt and my friends was shredded but still intact. We have had bot RT's towed/flatbed to Harve, Montana where we have a motel room. I have to figure out how to get two drive belts and then install them. Right now I am at a loss on how to get a drive belt here. I have changed tires on thes RT's but not sure I have enough tools for that here. Any suggestions might be helpful. Thanks.

Roadside assistance? Warranty on Spyders? If so there are dealers in MT/Couer d' Alene, ID....let me know what searching I can do for you to get you back on road...my phone is 509-630-0836 Give me a call if I can help...I'm not back on here until in morning..
Also check out the Spyder helpers on SL for anyone closer to you...

 

[murphybrown]

Hope this helps

Great Falls MT is 113 miles from Havre, MT...
Paulsen's Powersports 406-761-0303

Hoping you have a great roadside plan: Both AAA (RV/motorcycle) and Good Sam (RV/motorcycle) will cover that distance and a little more...

 

[Chupaca]

Spyder codes

Spyders to the rescue has this listing....

CapNCrunch
Bill Varien
Stevensville
MT
406 642-3963
406 241-3585
Tools Garage Service Manual Trailer & Pickup
Yes
Jesco Marine Kalispell 406 752-2112
46.4776319
-114.13281

 

[rtotten]

There is a dealer in Great Falls, MT, just 110 miles from you!
[h=1]PAULSEN'S POWERSPORTS[/h]
200 57th STREET NORTH, GREAT FALLS, MT, 59405-1530, US
406-761-0303
They open at 9am

http://can-am.brp.com/content/canam...ils.e3afa7a0-df6b-06f1-858d-842b2b523deb.html

Best wishes and let us know how you make out. I have heard good things about this dealer!

 

[Markg]

Thanks!!!

That is exactly what I needed. I wasn't able to think clear enough to figure out how to get started! Thanks for the info. Roadside assistance say they will pay up to $200 to have towed. I have to check with BRP & All-State tomorrow morning.

 

[PrairieSpyder]

I can recommend the dealer in Great Falls. They do really good service to Spyders passing through.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

We were just having a conversation today about avoiding chip seal at all costs. What year are the RTs? I know Fred Weiss had purchased one for our trip to Alaska last year for his 14RT. I can find out if he still has it. He is in Eastern Washington and may be able to ship it to you.

Send me a PM if you need more info on Fred.

 

[Explorer]

I hope you are able to sort out your problem. I am curious. Did either Spyder have the missing belt guard?
Roger

 

[Markg]

Thanks!

Thanks for all the input. This has turned in to a good experience. Jay Pausen picked the Spyders & us up at noon. At 230 we got to the shop. One Spyder is done & the second one is close. Great guys & great service. We did not have the missing rock guards but will soon.

 

[Bam Bam and Pebbles]

Excellent. Glad your bad experience is getting taken care of as quickly as it is.

 

[PrairieSpyder]

Another :thumbup: for Paulsen's! I'm glad you're being taken care of. Thanks for the report.

 

[cognaccruiser]

It's great to hear that the Spyderlovers group AND a dealer came to your aid. It is to be expected from this group. But nice to hear about the shop making a great effort too.

Gary

 

[White Lightening]

Chip seal

Thanks for all the input. This has turned in to a good experience. Jay Pausen picked the Spyders & us up at noon. At 230 we got to the shop. One Spyder is done & the second one is close. Great guys & great service. We did not have the missing rock guards but will soon.

I've lost a belt on chip seal that was about a week old and I had the missing rock guard installed. Also had slowed down to about 30 mph in a 50 zone. I avoid chip seal now that has not been down for several weeks.

 

[Markg]

Rolling Now!!!

Got the Spyders on the road at 5:30pm. Got back to the hotel at 7:30pm. Spyders are fueled up, washed up, and ready for another day of riding tomorrow. Thanks for all the help!

 

[Ex Winger]

Glad your back on the road.Hope the rest of the trip goes better.Thats quick service
Bill

 

[Commander]

Great news and support.....Have a safe trip