Issue with Can Am Spyder

[danielnor123]

I have a 2009 Can Am Spyder RS-S, the issue is that when I get to 7000 RPM going 85 MPH, the Can Am Spyder begins to overheat and will eventually reach "limp home mode" and it slows down to 30 MPH.

The Can Am Spyder has Two Brothers Pipes on it and has a Kewlmetal air filter on it, and has a Power commander.

I had the thermostat checked (working properly), but can't figure why after 7000 RPM it overheats.

I think the computer has been compromised, how do I fix it?

 

[Omcge]

I have a 2009 Can Am Spyder RS-S, the issue is that when I get to 7000 RPM going 85 MPH, the Can Am Spyder begins to overheat and will eventually reach "limp home mode" and it slows down to 30 MPH.

The Can Am Spyder has Two Brothers Pipes on it and has a Kewlmetal air filter on it, and has a Power commander.

I had the thermostat checked (working properly), but can't figure why after 7000 RPM it overheats.

I think the computer has been compromised, how do I fix it?

It sounds like it may be lean above 7000.Can you check your plugs and adjust the power commander if needed?

 

[Bob Denman]

Try removing the aftermarket pipe, airbox, and fuel controller. See if that makes it run any better. :thumbup:

 

[robmorg]

I have a 2009 Can Am Spyder RS-S, the issue is that when I get to 7000 RPM going 85 MPH, the Can Am Spyder begins to overheat and will eventually reach "limp home mode" and it slows down to 30 MPH.

The Can Am Spyder has Two Brothers Pipes on it and has a Kewlmetal air filter on it, and has a Power commander.

I had the thermostat checked (working properly), but can't figure why after 7000 RPM it overheats.

I think the computer has been compromised, how do I fix it?

Wow! That's quite a problem. :yikes:
But the solution, as I see it, is quite simple... Just don't go above 84 mph.

(Sorry, couldn't resist.)

 

[Chupaca]

Controler....

I run the JT's (same as kewl metal) air system with K&N filter, yoshimura R77 pipe, iridium plugs with high tension wires no controler and can run all day at higher rpms and speed with no issue. In cooler weather it actually runs cooler at high speeds. Mine is a 2012 RS. You could try pulling the controler check coolant as well. I run 75% water 25% coolant with water wetter but live in a warm climate...:thumbup:

 

[BajaRon]

Try removing the aftermarket pipe, airbox, and fuel controller. See if that makes it run any better. :thumbup:

Well, that's not asking much! :yikes:

If he doesn't put the stock components back on he's going to get a REAL surprise!

 

[danielnor123]

Will do

It sounds like it may be lean above 7000.Can you check your plugs and adjust the power commander if needed?

Plugs are iridium and power commander I think has to be adjusted via computer.

 

[danielnor123]

ok

I run the JT's (same as kewl metal) air system with K&N filter, yoshimura R77 pipe, iridium plugs with high tension wires no controler and can run all day at higher rpms and speed with no issue. In cooler weather it actually runs cooler at high speeds. Mine is a 2012 RS. You could try pulling the controler check coolant as well. I run 75% water 25% coolant with water wetter but live in a warm climate...:thumbup:

How do I pull the control check coolant? And if I do what does it do?

 

[danielnor123]

Problem with that

Try removing the aftermarket pipe, airbox, and fuel controller. See if that makes it run any better. :thumbup:

I did not put any of that on, the guy I bought it from did. Sounds like a good idea however the expense of removing it is going to kill my wallet.

 

[danielnor123]

question

Well, that's not asking much! :yikes:

If he doesn't put the stock components back on he's going to get a REAL surprise!

Such as (please name surprise)

 

[danielnor123]

Not a good idea

Wow! That's quite a problem. :yikes:
But the solution, as I see it, is quite simple... Just don't go above 84 mph.

(Sorry, couldn't resist.)

I have run it at 65-70 and after a while will go into limp home mode, wish it was that easy.

 

[Chupaca]

Coolant level can be checked opening the frunk and pulling the upper panel. Facing the spyder on the left side is the coolant reservoir. Fluid should be clear to light green at full level. When was it last changed and flushed..? Never used a controller (have had different air systems and different pipes) not sure how it is wired in.

 

[Kwalsh]

I am guessing it needs controller reset, seems to be lean at higher RPMs

 

[danielnor123]

Coolant level can be checked opening the frunk and pulling the upper panel. Facing the spyder on the left side is the coolant reservoir. Fluid should be clear to light green at full level. When was it last changed and flushed..? Never used a controller (have had different air systems and different pipes) not sure how it is wired in.

By controller you mean power commander? I think the issue is that I am going to remove the thermostat housing and replace it with a straight hose and download a new map. I live in Los Angeles so it is relatively warm, except for now because it is winter.

 

[Bob Denman]

Richen up the controller on the top-end, and give it a try! :thumbup:
Even if it's too fat on top; you really can't hurt anything by trying. nojoke