Strong gas smell as Spyder sits in garage even with recall gas cap

[Woodsrider]

Buy them back?? Not much chance. More likely air flow and tank venting mod....or maybe automatic fire extinguishing systems :roflblack:

 

[Raknid]

Well, I don't know about you, but most motorcycles I've owned over the years have had, to greater or lesser degree, the same smell after long, hot rides. I just associate with riding, I don't consider it a defect.

YMMV.

I have ridden bikes for forty years. Engines all have some smells and motorcycles more so with their open engines. I have never had motorcycle that smells of gasoline as strongly as my wife's Spyder after a ride. Not even close.... not any where near close.

The smell fills my two car garage and permeates the inside living area unless left to sit outside for a good while to air out. We currently have three other motorcycles and never an issue with these or past bikes.

 

[Buzzatronic]

The smell fills my two car garage and permeates the inside living area unless left to sit outside for a good while to air out.

Yep this is exactly what I'm experiencing as well.

 

[Buzzatronic]

FYI I just filed a complaint with the NHTA to get this officially on the record. I referenced this thread in my complaint as well.

 

[Raknid]

Please keep us posted. 2012 RT?

 

[Buzzatronic]

Please keep us posted. 2012 RT?

Yep, brand new too. :/