Went to local dealer for a couple small warranty issues on my 2013 RTse5 in yellow and found it to be an interesting and enlightening experience. First, I learned my spider hasn't thrown any codes in 2000 miles of use. Second, my rpms have only exceeded 6000 about 7% out of over 60 hours of ride time, so I might want to ride at higher rpms. Good info.
Third, the certified tech showed me how to remove side panels properly so I wouldn't break or lose the rubber gaskets that help hold the panel in place to check oil. I'm practicing pulling front edge first, up on top corner hook, and then pull rear side off.
Tech told me I have the quietest brakes on any spider he has tested. My complaint was about a slight squeak when stopping, and this seems to be nature of the beast? Dealer couldn't complete the newest recall on my spyder, the parts needed are on order, but he did update the ecm and opined that might help with the hesitation at slow speeds I had concern about. Our park has a 15mph speed limit which causes spider to pull hard at the leash at a slow go.
Dealer will also install my battery tender gratis on next visit so I don't have to worry about it not staying charged properly. (Side note: They have a sign in their service area that states mc's should be ridden a minimum of 25 miles per week to help keep bike in top shape.)
Tech was also happier about the design of the 2013 as far as getting in to service the battery and other parts of the engine. Seems to make his life easier. Also hasn't had to deal with heat problems in the 13's that are coming in. He does remember a 2012 st? that had the gasoline smell in the garage. BRP ok'd complete fuel system change out, which in the end, didn't seem to help.
Also, suggested keeping tires at upper suggested limits, but not over. Overall, I was happy with the service provided. I showed up for appt. on time and they handled bike in time span they estimated.
Dealer was Apache Motorcycles Mesa, Az.
As an individual with very little mechanical experience, it was a pleasure to have someone take the time to answer all my simpler questions with grace. Good to hear nice comments about the 2013's.
Third, the certified tech showed me how to remove side panels properly so I wouldn't break or lose the rubber gaskets that help hold the panel in place to check oil. I'm practicing pulling front edge first, up on top corner hook, and then pull rear side off.
Tech told me I have the quietest brakes on any spider he has tested. My complaint was about a slight squeak when stopping, and this seems to be nature of the beast? Dealer couldn't complete the newest recall on my spyder, the parts needed are on order, but he did update the ecm and opined that might help with the hesitation at slow speeds I had concern about. Our park has a 15mph speed limit which causes spider to pull hard at the leash at a slow go.
Dealer will also install my battery tender gratis on next visit so I don't have to worry about it not staying charged properly. (Side note: They have a sign in their service area that states mc's should be ridden a minimum of 25 miles per week to help keep bike in top shape.)
Tech was also happier about the design of the 2013 as far as getting in to service the battery and other parts of the engine. Seems to make his life easier. Also hasn't had to deal with heat problems in the 13's that are coming in. He does remember a 2012 st? that had the gasoline smell in the garage. BRP ok'd complete fuel system change out, which in the end, didn't seem to help.
Also, suggested keeping tires at upper suggested limits, but not over. Overall, I was happy with the service provided. I showed up for appt. on time and they handled bike in time span they estimated.
Dealer was Apache Motorcycles Mesa, Az.
As an individual with very little mechanical experience, it was a pleasure to have someone take the time to answer all my simpler questions with grace. Good to hear nice comments about the 2013's.
