Since we won't be driving high RPM's anymore....

[Kratos]

Does this mean the dreaded belt drone/vibration is gone? (Since we won't be hitting 5000rpm+)

 

[Bob Ledford]

Probably not!

 

[Dan_Ashley]

It seems to me that the drive belt speed is unrelated to engine speed, except as managed by the transmission. Unless I am wrong that means drive belt vibration will be unaffected by engine RPM. :dontknow:

 

[Kratos]

I'm talking about that special vibration we all get on the highway in 5th gear when the rpm hits that 5300 range....

 

[Bob Denman]

If it still happens at 5300 rpm; consider it as a warning shot across your bow, and a warning to slow down! :shocked:
You'll most likely be up around 90mph... or more! :yikes:

 

[Wiredux]

From what I hear..... New type of belt system.


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[Magdave]

From what I hear..... New type of belt system.


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It is a new type of belt same system. I wonder if the belt is reverse compatible?

 

[Wiredux]

It is a new type of belt same system. I wonder if the belt is reverse compatible?

If the belt dimensions and teeth count are the same I don't see why it would not work.


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[willey]

2014

I hope they don't get all of the problems fixed with the 14's.We won't need Spyderlovers any more and what would I do this winter when the snow is knees deep to a tall indian.Been married 50+ years and it didn't take long to find out what my wifes favorite wine is,I WANNA GO SHOPPING:yes:

 

[jerpinoy]

Can't wait the truth of belt vibrations:yes::yes::yes::yes:

 

[Chupaca]

For sure..!!

there will be differences. The belts being used on the 14's are of a different composition and can be adjusted to different tensions. They are designed for the new torque spec's but the drive system is the same. Being the same length may still have same vibrations you saw before...:dontknow:

 

[warp10]

the engine may be going slower, but the rear wheel is spinning just as fast as before and so is the belt. Sorry, maybe the new belt will be better.

 

[ARtraveler]

Time will tell on the new 2014 RT's. Waiting to hear from several people who have chalked up about 5000 miles or so. Then, we will have a very good picture--IMO. :thumbup:

 

[Bob Denman]

With such a nice change in the operating rpm; I wonder if they managed it all within the transmission, or if they also played with the pulley sizes too? :dontknow:

 

[SPYDERFUZZ]

Belt

I know this is a dumb question but why can't the drive belt be changed to a chain drive? :hun: Now don't all jump straddle of me at once.:duh: nojoke

 

[rcturner]

The one actual road test I read did complain about belt vibration at speed.


http://www.ridermagazine.com/top-stories/2014-can-am-spyder-rt-first-ride-review.htm/

 

[Dan_Ashley]

I'm talking about that special vibration we all get on the highway in 5th gear when the rpm hits that 5300 range....

Oh...duh....dummy me. Sorry.

 

[OldCowboy]

I know this is a dumb question but why can't the drive belt be changed to a chain drive? :hun: Now don't all jump straddle of me at once.:duh: nojoke

I think BRP went with a belt drive for the same reason Harley-Davidson has had one for decades. It is virtually maintenance free. It doesn't have to be cleaned or lubed and it'll go for a much longer period without wearing out than a chain will.

 

[Magdave]

" I noticed a touch of vibration cruising at 4,100 rpm in top sixth gear, which Tissier attributed to some resonance from the belt final drive." BWAHAHA :roflblack: first 2014 belt vibration report. Good to know BRP hasn't changed what is next? Just being mean since I am stuck with my 2013 :yikes:

http://www.ridermagazine.com/top-stories/2014-can-am-spyder-rt-first-ride-review.htm/

 

[Kratos]

" I noticed a touch of vibration cruising at 4,100 rpm in top sixth gear, which Tissier attributed to some resonance from the belt final drive." BWAHAHA :roflblack: first 2014 belt vibration report. Good to know BRP hasn't changed what is next? Just being mean since I am stuck with my 2013 :yikes:

http://www.ridermagazine.com/top-stories/2014-can-am-spyder-rt-first-ride-review.htm/

4100 in sixth gear?.......from my understanding of the new shift points, 4100 should not be "cruising" with the in-line triple.