I have had my Spyder for about one year now. It is a 2015 RT SE6. When I first got it I had several things I did not like about it but have corrected or learned to accept most everything. The one thing I do not like is when you first start it and put it into gear the bang noise it makes. I know it does not hurt anything but it is annoying. I have learned to shift it without any noise and real smooth. You do have to pay attention when shifting. When I first got it I hated when you turned the key on and had to wait to push the mode button to start. I have got use to that so I know when I walk up to it I just turn the switch on and by the time I am in the seat it is ready to start. I was just curious if anyone else felt this way?
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My One complaint of a Spyder
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Bigmo
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I have a 2018 RT and got used to waiting to press the mode. What I still don't like is the clancking noise (sounds like something is breaking) In first or reverse. My dealer says it's normal and not to worry. There was discussions on this board regarding that. I guess just get use to it and enjoy your ride...
IdahoMtnSpyder
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My 2005 Goldwing clunked whenever I put it into gear, though not as loud as the Spyder. Just like I used to tell my kids, "You can't have everything!" :roflblack:
Just one complaint?
I've had mine a couple years now, a '12 RT-Limited. Coming from strictly Harleys for close to forty years it was quite an adjustment for me, as I'm sure it is for most Harley riders. Since I'm a DIY person, working on the Spyder can be intimidating at first; from popping the mirrors off to removing the panels to doing ANY work in the engine area. I finally decided to go into full crew chief mode (I used to work on F-4s and F-16s in the USAF) and just dive in. True, it's a regular pain in the donkey to work on, but there's a ton of info on this site that help every step of the way. As far as the operation of it...once I got out of the "Harley only" attitude it's a pretty trick ryde. I like it, and most importantly, the bride likes it. But in agreement with you, initially it was unnerving. And since you have a "newer" one, just be thankful the battery is not under the seat buried in a hell hole:banghead:Ryde safe, and if you're ever in the Nashville area, hit me up. Coffee's on me.
Easy Rider
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You need to just get over that.
Pretty much ALL motorcycles bang into gear the first time each ride; it is a characteristic of the constant mesh transmissions.
The Spyders are a bit louder than most.......for some reason.
AFTER the first shift though, mine shifts quieter than most other bikes I've had.
P.S. I know this doesn't sound logical but it works on some other machines: Try rev'ing the engine a bit once or twice before you put it in gear......with the clutch pulled in if you have a manual. Give it a try. I haven't yet.
Don'tPanic
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I like it
I actually like it when it makes a solid "clunk" when you shift it into first. It's like you're doing something very mechanical and important. I usually follow it up with a grin
I actually like it when it makes a solid "clunk" when you shift it into first. It's like you're doing something very mechanical and important. I usually follow it up with a grin
Just one complaint?
Ryde safe, and if you're ever in the Nashville area, hit me up. Coffee's on me.
I am like you. I have been riding motorcycles for 63 years. I have had about every brand there is. It was quite an adjustment for me also. I have always done all my own service work on all my motorcycles. The Spyder is a bit more work than most motorcycles but I have had about every piece of plastic removed several times. Like you said there is a lot of help on this site and I have used it. I did put the magic mirrors on mind and that helps removing them. I really don't mind servicing it. Like I said in my original post I don't like the noise it makes going into gear when staring it. Thanks for the come back.
My Goldwing's did the same but sure was not near as loud.
Mind is not a manual but it does seen to help a little if I rev the engine for a little bit in neutral and get the RPM down just a little.
ARtraveler
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The wait/mode problem got solved with the 2017's--they tell me.
I am not going to worry about the clunk when they shift into gear. They (as in all motorcycles) do that. :thumbup:
I am not going to worry about the clunk when they shift into gear. They (as in all motorcycles) do that. :thumbup:
Bob Denman
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If you can't get used to : sell the bike, and drive a Toyota instead!
All motorcycle transmissions are going to do that. It's the way that it is... nojoke
All motorcycle transmissions are going to do that. It's the way that it is... nojoke
blacklightning
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I also hate the clunk, but I have found that it seems to be less pronounced if I let the engine warm up a little first. It also helps if the bike is slightly rolling in the direction of which you want to go. In other words, if you are going to reverse, let the bike be rolling back a little. If you are going into first, be rolling forward a little. It tends to make less of a clunk, and sometimes non at all.
Bob Denman
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Yup! :thumbup:
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