• There were many reasons for the change of the site software, the biggest was security. The age of the old software also meant no server updates for certain programs. There are many benefits to the new software, one of the biggest is the mobile functionality. Ill fix up some stuff in the coming days, we'll also try to get some of the old addons back or the data imported back into the site like the garage. To create a thread or to reply with a post is basically the same as it was in the prior software. The default style of the site is light colored, but i temporarily added a darker colored style, to change you can find a link at the bottom of the site.

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    Control pod

    Do you happen to have a copy of this "quality service bulletin" you could share? Are the three parts very expensive? I'm just out of warranty and may want to perform this fix if it isn't too expensive.
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    Extra Storage for RT

    2010 and 2011 have the same helmet attachment under the seat.
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    New maint. schedule

    I got mine yesterday. I do have a question regarding the new oil filter access body panel. I do my own maintenance (oil changes, plugs, etc.). Do I have to have my dealer perform maintenance (oil change) to receive the new body panel or should I be able to just pick one up? If I have to...
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    Ipod Does Not Work With New Radio (Audio) Module

    I had the radio (audio) module replaced today on my 2010 RTS to correct a GPS sound problem and now my iPod classic 80 gb won't work. The iPod has worked fine for almost two years with the old radio module. I know the replacement 2012 radio module has a new part number and seems to work fine...
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    Drive System Maintenance Question

    Looking at the RT's drive system maintenance schedule they call for inspecting the rear sprocket bearing and rear axle bearings at 12,000 mi. They also call for replacing the bearing seals , o-rings, and wear sleeves (which I can't find listed on any diagram). I had my rear tire changed last...
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    Met Canadian Motorcycle Legend Bar Hodgson Yesterday!

    Yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting a Canadian motorcycle legend and displaying my 2010 Spyder RTS next to three of his rare bikes. We spend our winters at Crystal Lake RV Resort in Naples, FL where we own a motor coach lot. Yesterday the park held Fun Day events throughout the park...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Problem Solved! Got the :spyder:back yesterday after being in the shop for four weeks. Took it for a 65 mile ride and didn't experience the problem:yes:. The shop finally found a vacuum leak and replaced the purge valve.
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Coil or Plug Cable Not the Problem - What's next? Tech changed out the ignition coil and plug wire. He then test drove for about 45 minutes and said it ran fine. I picked it up today and rode about 45 miles before it started acting up again. Took it back to the dealer tech and sugguested...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Not a Intake Valve Problem Tech checked the intake valve clearances per BRP recommendation and found no problem. After several discussions with BRP the tech convinced them to change out ignition coils and wiring. Parts are on order and will hopefully be in Tuesday. :spyder2: has been at...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Thanks for that information! That makes me more confident the tech is on the right track. So assuming it is a valve clearance problem do you think an adjustment would fix the problem? I would hope the intake valve wouldn't be burned with only 8,000 miles and would need replacing.
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Intake Valve Clearance Check? Called the dealer to get a status this afternoon. BRP has advised the tech to check the intake valve clearances.:dontknow: The tech will not be able to complete the valve check until early next week. The bike seems run fine for the first 30 or 40 miles before...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Update Got a call from the dealer yesterday saying they thought they had fixed the problem(s). Picked it up this AM and took it for a 60 mile ride. It starting doing the same thing after about 50 miles into the ryde so took it back to the dealer where I left it again. They immediately put it...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Went by the dealer on Saturday to check on their progress. The tech seems to think it's the fuel pump or somewhere in the fuel delivery system. They are closed on Monday but will call BRP tomorrow to talk withsupport and hopefully order parts. Has anyone else seen the fuel deliverysystem cause...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Update... Update. Took the bike to the dealer this week and the tech couldn't duplicate problem with a 2 mile ride :shocked: Yesterday I went to dealership and drove the :spyder: for about 40 miles before it started acting up. Got the tech to ride it and experience the shuttering problem...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Thanks for that information. My problem doesn't happen all the time. I can ride 30 miles or more before it starts acting up. Took it to a dealer in Naples, FL yesterday so hopefully they will be able to recreate the problem and find a solution.
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    Thanks for the advise. Wouldn't a bad ECM throw a code? Do you think a plug wire or any of the other items you mention would be covered under the two year warranty? I'm in FL for the winter and my regular dealer is back north in VA. I'm thinking about taking it into the Naples, FL dealer...
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    Engine Shuttering / Hesitation During Acceleration

    When my 2010 RT SE5 engine is fully warmed up it will sometimes start to shutter and hesitate during acceleration (under load). It doesn't do this all the time. I can start it cold at the house and it will run fine for the first 20 or 30 miles. Once I reach a cruising speed of 45 or 50 it...
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    Code 1614

    Didn't think the 2010 had the same TB issues as the 2011. Heard the 2011 had a program problem causing TB to fail. Did your TB fail for some other reason? My 2010 sometimes cranks a little longer when hot but has never failed to start.
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    Parasitic drain?

    Replaced my original 2010 RT battery with an Odyssey PC680 AGM type battery last year and use the Odyssey Ultmizer Charger to maintain it. The charger is made/recommended for this battery and has a bulk charge rate of 6 amp.
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