Have to agree about Can Am's windscreen. I noticed it the most after riding for a longer period of time or passing a truck on the highway. Made me feel like a bobblehead. A different aftermarket windscreen helps. I do have to add that I'm paralyzed and don't have a lot of core strength so that would also add problem for me. For the most part it's an excellent ride
Great video, ryde, and good points. Hope the best on possible transmission issues again. . Your Spyder still looks great, especially with the miles and being outside all the time. Ryde safe and stay safe.
I was hoping to show even under the most extreme conditions the spyder holds up. Time will tell with the trany pulley or belt issues. Stay safe and thank you for watching.
Yep over 70,000 Miles says it all ... Say No more! The F3 has proved to be very reliable ... Smoaks has commented several times now on how reliable they are! That was just bad luck with the pulley & output shaft bearing ... Just keep Ryding mate & go for the record! See how many more Miles you can get up! ... Ryde safe buddy 👍😁🤘 Beanie
I will start looking into the issue soon. If it does not turn out good I will just need to get a new spyder. I would not have an issue starting over agian.😄😄 Its been a get bike and has held up great. I think I saw a comment someone saw one with 165000 kilometers !! Stay safe!
I have a dealer who is reasonably priced for service work and they do a great job. They have two stores and I take mine to the one furthest away, mainly cause there service costs are less. One is 10 miles from me and the one I go to is 35 miles but a more scenic ride. Hope your new one is trouble free!
The last shop I found was good they just missed the ball a little. That is great you found a shop the you like and trust it makes rhe ownership a tom better. Be safe!
I had the same issue with the Blue Ridge windshield. Ended up buying another windshield from Gustafsson Plastics. They have a taller windshield and even custom make one. Great people to work with too
Awesome useful info and stored outdoors. Apply oil-based Spar (outdoor) Polyurethane with a sponge to add better UV blocking to your plastics and keep metal like your foot pegs from pitting. Easy to apply to plastic or metal with no primer needed. Clear so no masking and retains color. Plastics will darken a bit makeing them look nicer. Gloss or matte 1 qt can at home depot is about $17 and you will never use that much before it starts to gel.
I cut my blueridge down to the height of the 129. The buffeting was so bad at 70mph that my vision was blurry. I prefer the wind in my helmet over that windscreen. You could probably split the difference and be much happier. I cant imagine how you kept it that long. Pulley maintenance seems critical to avoid the failure. I'm not sure if it's a recall, but I'm going to have mine checked and lubed properly. I agree on the dealer issue and none seem to keep parts in stock, but I like the ride and wouldn't give it up.
I’m at 26k miles and the only problem I’ve had is the brackets to the left fender broke at the welds. Gorilla tape got it home and I welded it back with a rod inside for reinforcement. Love my 2015 F3!
The F3 is an amazing machine! Glad to hear only one issue. It sounds like my first spyder. It was a 2012 RS and only real issue was a cracked y-pipe on the exhaust..covered under warranty. Stay safe
I have not heard a 1330 on a pipe so its hard to say. I feel the factory pipe on the F3 sounds better then the factory pipe on the V-twin. My V-twin with an after market pipe was amazing!
You've had some major problems no doubt. You've also did a lot of riding. I've only got 29k on my 2015 RTS SM6 in almost 5 years. I'm wanting to go to an Adventure bike, but my wife isn't liking that. She likes that new 2020 RT for comfort more than my 2015 RTS. A 2020 or 2021 RT may be in my future because you got to keep the wife happy.
You have certainly gotten your money's worth out of your Spyder purchase. When the day comes that you are ready to trade for another, will it also be an F3 or will you go back to an RT? Ryde safe!
When its time to replace the spyder it will be replaced with a .... I dont know!😄 I was hoping to test ride a F3T and the new 2020 RT. With everything on hold I will just have to wait to test ride them. Stay safe
I really hope you don't have a failing gearbox again. Great bike otherwise. I am stranded in northern Thailand waiting for flights to start again so I can get home to Portugal [I am a Brit], but whatever, I won't be able to ride my F3-S until lockdown ceases. I miss my Spyder.
I will start looking into the issue this week. I hooe its just a belt issue..time will tell. Sorry to hear you are stranded I hope you can get home soon. Im hoping things will start getting better in the next couple weeks. Stay safe and I hope you get home soon!
There has to be good shops out there I just have not found the right one. I think the big issue i have is that I have not found a tech better then myself. I agree if you can do the work yourself it better!
@@spyderryder question, I have done all my oil changes on my 2 wheelers and all maintenance. For my Spyder it is brand new, should I take it in for 1st service? Says to change oil at 3000miles. Thanks
If you have done all the service on your 2 wheelers then you should be fine doing all your services on the spyder. I think the dealer will charge anything from 350-500 for the first service. I would recommended service manual.
@@spyderryder I do have the service manual, just not sure about BUDS if I need to purchase. Yes I raced before and took out engines, did pistons rings clutch baskets etc. But this Spyder is a whole new beast. I'm thinking of changing oil before 3000mile mark or just wait?I see you have done all your work, I think anyone who owns a bike needs to know the basics. Thanks for any feedback. Great channel
I would wait for the 2021 spyders. The new rt is a lot more like the f3 now but its not the f3. With the touring you do, you would love the limited version
I test rode a 21 rt limited today and the transmission made me cringe. Clunk up clunk down. The ride was great. I purposely took a day off to ride one in 40mph winds. For your plastics use back to black can am plastics will thank you
It does happen I understand that. I think my spyder runs great and I love it just not sure how long it will last. That being said I dont lose sleep over it.
How the heck did you actually find 4 dealers? I live in the Chicagoland area and we don’t have many at all. Maybe 2 and they are 60+ miles apart! None of them are near my home! 🤬
I saw that yesterday. My daughter and I went cruising down through there on our way to Chillicothe. I can't believe it's closed!. I'm having issues with some comments. I thought I saw a second comment. I bought this spyder at Middletown down by Cincinnati.
@@1990-t1j You're right I don't. But.... a man should be able to know when to walk away. And not let anger push to a place you don't want need to be. This is coming from a veteran who knows when it's time to walk away. It's never worth it. Ever.
I was removed from the first 3 shops because after 8 months of my spyder being in there shops it was still not fixed. I'm a person that understands things happen but when you get a spyder back with parts missing parts put on wrong and the shops says they did not do it you change how you deal with them. How do I keep this short. Shop X did work that was wrong and when BRP and I asked them to fix it they refused stating they did the work correct the first time. So I found the 4th shop and they could support the work was done wrong. I was asked not to come back because I demanded good not great service and they could not provide me with that.
I have always treated the shops with respect even after 8 months and the work not done right. I have had manager and owners cuss at and even lay their hands on me. Its a very very long story.
@@spyderryder how was it under warranty? did you buy an extended warranty? Do all F3 Spyders have transmission issues? I just purchased a F3 and your video is makes me concerned about ownership
the Spyder has a 2 year worranty so when I had my first issue it was with in that time. I had a second failure due to shop installation issues and BRP covered the second one as well. So I have not heard any one else have an issue like mine. We are seeing front pulley issues and some output shaft issues. I have 76,000 miles on mine and that was the only issue I have had.
@@spyderryder Thanks for the response, I got a bit nervous when I watched your video. Years back I had a gear box go bad in my Can Am Commander and I had to disable the entire machine including removing the motor to replace the gear box, it was a nightmare. So, if my Spyder had the same trans issues I was going to put it up for sale..Thanks for your videos!!
Yes outside with no cover. I have seen to many issues with rodents causing crazy damage two machines that were covered. It i had a place to store the spyder indoors I would.
Have to agree about Can Am's windscreen. I noticed it the most after riding for a longer period of time or passing a truck on the highway. Made me feel like a bobblehead. A different aftermarket windscreen helps. I do have to add that I'm paralyzed and don't have a lot of core strength so that would also add problem for me. For the most part it's an excellent ride
You hit the nail on the head....... The spyder allows me to ride like I want to ride. Love mine ! (2015 ST Ltd)
Thats what it comes down to for me. Ride safe
Great video, ryde, and good points. Hope the best on possible transmission issues again. . Your Spyder still looks great, especially with the miles and being outside all the time. Ryde safe and stay safe.
I was hoping to show even under the most extreme conditions the spyder holds up. Time will tell with the trany pulley or belt issues. Stay safe and thank you for watching.
Yep over 70,000 Miles says it all ... Say No more! The F3 has proved to be very reliable ... Smoaks has commented several times now on how reliable they are! That was just bad luck with the pulley & output shaft bearing ... Just keep Ryding mate & go for the record! See how many more Miles you can get up! ... Ryde safe buddy 👍😁🤘 Beanie
I will start looking into the issue soon. If it does not turn out good I will just need to get a new spyder. I would not have an issue starting over agian.😄😄 Its been a get bike and has held up great. I think I saw a comment someone saw one with 165000 kilometers !! Stay safe!
@@spyderryder Unbelievable mate!! ... See if you can beat it!! 👍😁
I have a dealer who is reasonably priced for service work and they do a great job. They have two stores and I take mine to the one furthest away, mainly cause there service costs are less. One is 10 miles from me and the one I go to is 35 miles but a more scenic ride. Hope your new one is trouble free!
The last shop I found was good they just missed the ball a little. That is great you found a shop the you like and trust it makes rhe ownership a tom better. Be safe!
I had the same issue with the Blue Ridge windshield. Ended up buying another windshield from Gustafsson Plastics. They have a taller windshield and even custom make one. Great people to work with too
Awesome useful info and stored outdoors. Apply oil-based Spar (outdoor) Polyurethane with a sponge to add better UV blocking to your plastics and keep metal like your foot pegs from pitting. Easy to apply to plastic or metal with no primer needed. Clear so no masking and retains color. Plastics will darken a bit makeing them look nicer. Gloss or matte 1 qt can at home depot is about $17 and you will never use that much before it starts to gel.
Thank you for the info I will check i to that!
I cut my blueridge down to the height of the 129. The buffeting was so bad at 70mph that my vision was blurry. I prefer the wind in my helmet over that windscreen. You could probably split the difference and be much happier. I cant imagine how you kept it that long. Pulley maintenance seems critical to avoid the failure. I'm not sure if it's a recall, but I'm going to have mine checked and lubed properly. I agree on the dealer issue and none seem to keep parts in stock, but I like the ride and wouldn't give it up.
When you get another Spyder will it be a F3 or with the miles you put on it will you look at the RTs? Keep the videos coming. I love how you do them.
I’m at 26k miles and the only problem I’ve had is the brackets to the left fender broke at the welds. Gorilla tape got it home and I welded it back with a rod inside for reinforcement. Love my 2015 F3!
The F3 is an amazing machine! Glad to hear only one issue. It sounds like my first spyder. It was a 2012 RS and only real issue was a cracked y-pipe on the exhaust..covered under warranty. Stay safe
@@spyderryder Since you had both , what do you think the best sounding spyder enigine is? The 990 V-twin or the triple 1330?
I have not heard a 1330 on a pipe so its hard to say. I feel the factory pipe on the F3 sounds better then the factory pipe on the V-twin. My V-twin with an after market pipe was amazing!
@@spyderryder what was the aftermarket pipe you used on the 990 v twin ? Wad it a deep throatie sound ?
@@wadeh9302 i think it was an HMF pipe. It had a great deep sound!!
Excellent content. Well done brother. Bravo!!!
Thank you! Stay safe
Buy an X Creen and fit it to the top of your screen. It accelerates the air between the plates and vectors it over your head. Much cleaner flow.
You've had some major problems no doubt. You've also did a lot of riding. I've only got 29k on my 2015 RTS SM6 in almost 5 years.
I'm wanting to go to an Adventure bike, but my wife isn't liking that. She likes that new 2020 RT for comfort more than my 2015 RTS. A 2020 or 2021 RT may be in my future because you got to keep the wife happy.
Thats a man who loves his spyder!
That I do.
Thank you for your input
surething
You have certainly gotten your money's worth out of your Spyder purchase. When the day comes that you are ready to trade for another, will it also be an F3 or will you go back to an RT? Ryde safe!
When its time to replace the spyder it will be replaced with a .... I dont know!😄 I was hoping to test ride a F3T and the new 2020 RT. With everything on hold I will just have to wait to test ride them. Stay safe
I really hope you don't have a failing gearbox again. Great bike otherwise. I am stranded in northern Thailand waiting for flights to start again so I can get home to Portugal [I am a Brit], but whatever, I won't be able to ride my F3-S until lockdown ceases. I miss my Spyder.
I will start looking into the issue this week. I hooe its just a belt issue..time will tell.
Sorry to hear you are stranded I hope you can get home soon. Im hoping things will start getting better in the next couple weeks. Stay safe and I hope you get home soon!
@@spyderryder I really hope it is the belt. Good luck. Enjoy the 35 degrees weather. lol. It's 38 here. But that's celsius.
I have some parts showing up this week for the spyder. Once thay come in I will stay on the belt noise issue. Its quite a bit warmer there!!
I forgot to mention ... I don't trust any dealers mate! The only people I would trust working on my bike ... Is Smoaks & Me! 😁🤘
There has to be good shops out there I just have not found the right one. I think the big issue i have is that I have not found a tech better then myself. I agree if you can do the work yourself it better!
@@spyderryder question, I have done all my oil changes on my 2 wheelers and all maintenance. For my Spyder it is brand new, should I take it in for 1st service? Says to change oil at 3000miles. Thanks
If you have done all the service on your 2 wheelers then you should be fine doing all your services on the spyder. I think the dealer will charge anything from 350-500 for the first service. I would recommended service manual.
@@spyderryder I do have the service manual, just not sure about BUDS if I need to purchase. Yes I raced before and took out engines, did pistons rings clutch baskets etc. But this Spyder is a whole new beast. I'm thinking of changing oil before 3000mile mark or just wait?I see you have done all your work, I think anyone who owns a bike needs to know the basics. Thanks for any feedback. Great channel
You will only need buds to read and clear codes. It sounds like you have done it all so the maintenance on the spyder should be fairly easy for you.
I would wait for the 2021 spyders. The new rt is a lot more like the f3 now but its not the f3. With the touring you do, you would love the limited version
I cant wait for places to open back up so I can ride a couple different spyders to see what i like.
Just moved to Ohio and wanting to buy a spyder, who's a good dealer?
I have not had good luck with ASK or Middle town cycle. Ride 1 is not bad and I hear Johnny K is good.
I have 2018 RT LIMiTED with 20k miles. No problems at all. 😅.
I test rode a 21 rt limited today and the transmission made me cringe. Clunk up clunk down. The ride was great. I purposely took a day off to ride one in 40mph winds. For your plastics use back to black can am plastics will thank you
I just road a 2021 RT myself with no trany clunk. I have back to black just waiting for the time to do it.
I was wandering if you have ever dealt with Clinton County power sports.
where do you live I also have have a canam 2013 I deal with ccm in Willington Ohio
I mentioned before, a 2015 F3 at the dealer with 165,288kms and said it still runs like new.
So thats 103,000 miles. That is very crazy. That person loved to ride and loved there spyder!!
@@spyderryder yes indeed, that person sure put the kms in
And to hear it still runs great is nice to hear.
@@spyderryder There are bigger car engines that break down before that mileage and require a total rebuild, or be scrapped...
It does happen I understand that. I think my spyder runs great and I love it just not sure how long it will last. That being said I dont lose sleep over it.
Wow, sorry to hear you had this problems. Did you have the warranty?
I did and BRP has covered everything! 2 tranys later and over 70,000 miles the spyder runs great and I love it!
I miss you man!
new videos are up and I will try for 2 a week if work allows.
How the heck did you actually find 4 dealers? I live in the Chicagoland area and we don’t have many at all. Maybe 2 and they are 60+ miles apart! None of them are near my home! 🤬
We have 3 with in 30 miles and if I go out to 60 miles I get 2 more.
Kinda sucks they closed down Hocking Hills, at least you can cruise the main roads. I'm there all the time just being bored and 25 minutes away.
I saw that yesterday. My daughter and I went cruising down through there on our way to Chillicothe. I can't believe it's closed!.
I'm having issues with some comments. I thought I saw a second comment.
I bought this spyder at Middletown down by Cincinnati.
I checked out the first models Spyder at Ask in Lancaster years ago, had to leave before I apply for another loan
I have bought 2 from ask. Its easy for me to spend money on toys I'm always telling myself I dont need a second spyder!😄
i noticed you have directional tires on the spyder, is the rear tire the new aftermarket kenda?
No I run a car tire on the rear and its a Kumho. Must people move to it because it last a lot longer.
@@spyderryder We are unable to find anyone to install a car tire. Do you have any suggestions
I remove the wheel myself and take it to the local tire shop. Its not that hard to remove the wheel with basic hand tools.
Do you have cruise control?
Nope not on that spyder!
@@spyderryder ohh ok thanks
Why would you need to be removed? Sorry...But that doesn't say much for you.
You don't know the full story. Unfair of you to say that, I feel.
@@1990-t1j You're right I don't. But.... a man should be able to know when to walk away. And not let anger push to a place you don't want need to be. This is coming from a veteran who knows when it's time to walk away. It's never worth it. Ever.
I was removed from the first 3 shops because after 8 months of my spyder being in there shops it was still not fixed. I'm a person that understands things happen but when you get a spyder back with parts missing parts put on wrong and the shops says they did not do it you change how you deal with them.
How do I keep this short. Shop X did work that was wrong and when BRP and I asked them to fix it they refused stating they did the work correct the first time. So I found the 4th shop and they could support the work was done wrong.
I was asked not to come back because I demanded good not great service and they could not provide me with that.
Thank you for the comment stay safe and I hope you can still ride!
I have always treated the shops with respect even after 8 months and the work not done right. I have had manager and owners cuss at and even lay their hands on me. Its a very very long story.
How much did you pay to get the transmission done
It was under warranty...thank goodness
@@spyderryder how was it under warranty? did you buy an extended warranty? Do all F3 Spyders have transmission issues? I just purchased a F3 and your video is makes me concerned about ownership
the Spyder has a 2 year worranty so when I had my first issue it was with in that time. I had a second failure due to shop installation issues and BRP covered the second one as well.
So I have not heard any one else have an issue like mine. We are seeing front pulley issues and some output shaft issues. I have 76,000 miles on mine and that was the only issue I have had.
@@spyderryder Thanks for the response, I got a bit nervous when I watched your video. Years back I had a gear box go bad in my Can Am Commander and I had to disable the entire machine including removing the motor to replace the gear box, it was a nightmare. So, if my Spyder had the same trans issues I was going to put it up for sale..Thanks for your videos!!
I have not heard of anyone with the issue I had. They are a fun bike and I have 76,000 miles on mine and it rums great.
Time to trade!
Time for a second Spyder. I have a dear friend that will help me on the purchase of a Spyder!👍
that's alot of miles, jealous of how much you get to ride lol
I try to make it a priority! Stay safe
you store your spyder outdoors with no cover?
Yes outside with no cover. I have seen to many issues with rodents causing crazy damage two machines that were covered.
It i had a place to store the spyder indoors I would.
Did you buy your Spyder in Lancaster?
I found it. Stay safe! Lets hope this Covid 19 passes soon.
Now I don’t wanna buy lol