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    2019 Can-Am Spider F3; How much oil before start up when oil and filter change is done?

    Generally, 5.25 quarts will put oil level right on the mark on the 1330.
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    Smoke from the Canadian Wildfires reaching Wisconsin - anyone/anywhere else in the lower 48?

    It's hazy in N.W. Minnesota and is supposed to get worse tomorrow, Saturday
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    FYI - HCM Oil Filter Change

    * It IS a fact that you don't need BUDS for replacing the HCM filter. I know, as many others have known, having changed the filter ourselves. * The dealer's tech, demo-ing the RT, might say that as the dealer will charge an extra fee for plugging in the BUDS system.
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    Thought the wife was going to kill me - I bought a new Ryker

    Here's the F3 Ltd in the 1:32 scale by DM Diecast Masters. Pretty good detail.
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    Where does this spring belong?

    What number in the illustration are you referring to?
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    Any time limit on changing HCM filter during oil change? Is a 10 y/o filter good for a few more years?

    That's my photo of the cut apart HCM filter. The filter is usually a part of the 28K mile service. With your mileage, you have a long way to go before it'll need to be changed. As you know, it's a $125 filter.
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    Does your Saddlebag need to be slammed to latch?

    When I lubricate the side-box latches I make it a point of using Dry Lube. That way dust won't stick to the mechanism making things worse.
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    Is Running Diesel Oil in Your Spyder such a good idea?

    That's Can Am's oil change "suggestion" at 9k as we know. Since we ride (mostly two up) usually around up to 4K miles per season, here in NW Minnesota (aka 5 to 6 months per), I'd change oil every 2+ years? NO! So, I go by auto mileage change standards, however pricey it might be. Thanks Mikey...
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    Is Running Diesel Oil in Your Spyder such a good idea?

    Thanks for your input Peter! The oil that is in the Spyder now is the XPS 5w30 blended oil that the tech, and dealer, is required to install after the completion of the Output Shaft Recall. With that in mind, I'll most likely continue with the XPS. I can only surmise as to the ultimate outcome...
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    Is Running Diesel Oil in Your Spyder such a good idea?

    * In 2019, on my first oil change on my new 2018 F3, I started using Rotella T6. * I used T6 on every oil and filter change (every 3-4K miles) until late last riding season when I detected a slight slip in the clutch when shifting from neutral into first gear. * Total milage on the Spyder at the...
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    Latest BRP Safety Bulletins for Shaft Replacement (2019-12) and Shaft & Sprocket Replacement (2019-13) Recalls - Jan 2025

    NO! It is not specific to any Spyder VIN. You can see the specifics of the recall here: https://can-am.brp.com/on-road/us/en/owner-zone/safety-recalls/engine-output-shaft-can-break-potential-loss-of-drive-power.html
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    Latest BRP Safety Bulletins for Shaft Replacement (2019-12) and Shaft & Sprocket Replacement (2019-13) Recalls - Jan 2025

    I thought I would include a photo of how stripped down my 2018 F3 Limited was during the recall repair. While the engine was out and readily accessible, I requested new spark plugs and fuel filter. I also needed a clutch pack (the broken ring in the photo) which was handy, having the engine...
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    How much work is involved in replacing the brake switch?

    Have you checked to see if the RT has any info that can help you?
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    Using a Gates Krikit Belt Tension gauge, 150 to 160 lbs. with the rear wheel on the ground is...

    Using a Gates Krikit Belt Tension gauge, 150 to 160 lbs. with the rear wheel on the ground is optimal. Your dealer tech will, most likely, also set the tension too tight as is spelled out in their shop manual/guide info. The above range has proven, over the years by us DIYers, to be the best...
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    How much work is involved in replacing the brake switch?

    Have you checked Youtube?
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