Top 10 Regrets Before Buying Can Am Spyder

Are you considering a Can-Am Spyder for your next adventure on the open road? Before making the leap, it's crucial to hear from those who've traveled this path before. This video dives deep into the "Top 10 Regrets Before Buying a Can-Am Spyder," offering invaluable insights and experiences from current owners. Whether it's about cost, maintenance, or something you haven't even considered, we've got you covered.

What You'll Learn:

Unexpected Costs: Explore the financial aspects that many buyers wish they had known about beforehand.
Maintenance Insights: Get a clear picture of what it takes to keep a Can-Am Spyder running smoothly.
Lifestyle Fit: Understand how a Can-Am Spyder fits into various lifestyles and why it might not be suitable for everyone.
Performance Realities: Uncover the truth about Can-Am Spyder's performance on different terrains.
Community Feedback: Hear directly from the Spyder community about their post-purchase thoughts.
Why Watch This Video?

Make an Informed Decision: Learn from the experiences of others to make a choice you won't regret.
Avoid Common Pitfalls: Discover the most common regrets and how to avoid them.
Join the Community: Become part of the Can-Am Spyder community, even before you buy.
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[garlandlabat]

I have a 2018 RT Limited. I'm glad I didn't listen to you before I bought it, I may have been dissuaded. I'm perfectly happy with it. Would buy it again.

[thomaskotkowski]

Bought a 2023 RT base model 3 months ago. I have put on 10, 658 miles as of today. I ride it as my primary vehicle now. I changed the front brake pads and rotors myself at 8000 miles and the rear brakes and tire at 9000 miles. I did the initial 3500 oil change as well. I have had zero problems with the RT. I am an aggressive rider and I do get on it and still zero issues. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase.

[Nvrtheless-stwt]

I still plan on getting one next year. I think, as any vehicle or motor machine, it's about how you ride and take care of it.

[gregkamer]

I purchased a 2018 RT Limited. About 2 months after I brought it I had trouble with it not being able to shift into Reverse, could not manually downshift and could not manually shift into Neutral. Found out the left hand multifunction switch was bad. Got it replaced under warranty. Then I started having trouble with the parking brake not releasing. I found a BRP warranty bulletin stating that was a known issue on the 2018 RT. I took it into the dealership and they replaced the parking brake actuator/motor under the warranty bulletin. Fixing those two issues would have cost me close to $2, 000. However because of both my extended warranty and the BRP warranty bulletin, it cost me nothing out of pocket. And since then I have had zero problems and I ride it as my day to day transport. Unless of course I need to haul something major in which case I move up to my pick up truck. The last recall I need to address this spring will be the sprocket recall, then it’s off to Deadwood SD for the 2023 3 Wheel Rally in July.

[chuckkelley]

We've been here before, you and I. I could dissect your vlog but you, and I, and everyone else who owns or has owned one knows the truth. A quickie: Can-Am is BRP they invented the snowmobile, and the jet ski, dominated dirt track racing until their machine was so high performance that it scared the racers away, they build engines for airplanes, and I've flown 1000's of hours where the Rotax engine was the powerplant, also they produce the Private Jet of choice for the uber-wealthy, etc.
Just shy of a month ago, my wife and I turned a corner on the mountain between Hoback and Alpine Wyoming, not far from Jackson Hole. It was raining, and we were approximately 2-2 1/2 hours away from our final destination, as we broke the curve a gust of wind hit us so hard that it lifted me off of my seat and to the right of the Cam-AM, I'm 6'2" and weigh 245 lbs. My left leg squeeze kept me from a total dismount, my wife already had a death grip because of the rain, and the armrests assisted with holding her in. The rain was blinding, visibility about 50-75 feet, and the wind, we found out later, was a Squall, so 60-80 mph. I turned around to try to outrun the wind and hopefully the storm. We were traveling uphill, and the rainwater was pooling a couple of inches above the rubber (halfway to the hub), the traffic has building because they too had turned around attempting to outrun the storm. My flashers were on in hopes of preventing a rear-end collision, I maintained between 45-55 mph to keep pace as best as I could. About 20 miles away we found a shelter to wait it out. How in the Hell did we survive that? Traction control, Nanny, Two Tires upfront, plus maybe in a weird way the water itself helped hold us to the road. All I know for certain is we wouldn't have been able to do any of that, much less survived it on anything less than a Can-AM. Two wheels, forget it in that situation...and I Love two-wheelers. Please stop knocking these machines, they are a marvel.

[billwilliams]

This you tube guy has some valid points. I ride a 2020 RTL Spyder, and here is the bottom line, any 3 wheel vehicle you buy is gonna have a problem here and there, make no mistake. The perfect machine does not exist.

[troyer]

I have a 2021 F-3S and it has been perfect so far. Coming up on its 1st oil change soon.😉

[davidmaples]

My wife and I are proud owners and riders of a 2022 can am rt we LOVE our machine it's a great ride and we have no issues with her

[ricford]

Aside from replacing the tires once, the brake pads once, my 2014 Spyder has and will continue to be an excellent machine. At 47K miles. No issues.

[rustycleaver]

I’m confused. The video description talks about how great the Spyder is but the commentary in the video talks about nothing but problems. 🧐. My Family has owned 3 Spyders and 2 Rykers and never had a single breakdown. We love them!

[StormOracle]

Still love my spider. Like others, I'm glad I didn't listen to you first.

[tommylopez]

I am still a fan. I have had a spyder since 2010 and the early models did have some serious electrical problems. I put 46, 000 on my 2010, when through 4 main electrical harnesses before trading it in for the 2013. I put 88, 000 on my 2013 and although it had the heating issue, once the recall was done, it was great. I know own a 2022 rt limited and it is going great. Finding a good reliable dealer is an issue and i have had to search and went through three before I found one that is reliable. I can say I love my rt limited and will ride if for many many miles.

[KenBrockway]

I bought an 2016 Can-Am RT and the first thing I had when I drove off the lot in Jesup, Ga was front end alignment problem. I turned around and went back to the dealer to have the problem fixed. I called several time to see if they fixed it. Five days later I went to the dealer to see what was happening. They told me there was nothing wrong but beg to defer. Then they said they did not have any way to align the bike and I had to find someone who can. I told them this was bull since they had the bike almost a week. But I did find someone who could align my bike. Then the front end started to wobble so I took it back to the dealer and after a day I picked up the bike, they told me all it was air pressure in the tires and charged me $105. Never paid! Went to the person who did the alignment and he found that a bolt was missing and this was extremely dangerous and life threatening situation deal.
When I went to the deal again for maintenance they took over a week. So I went to see what was going on again and they told me they had several others for maintenance but again this was bull. I wound up taking the bike to Savannah, Ga to have the maintenance done. Which took almost a week to do. When I went to pick up the bike I almost had a heart attack. The bill was almost $2000. This was for oil and filter $180, electrical maintenance $420, adjustments on the cables $140, so called engine maintenance $325, trunk cable $140, tire maintenance (air) $95, two brake cables that was installed backwards which were rubbing on the front tires they just twisted them around and zipped tied them out of the way $95, and labor for each job $625. I had to take out a small loan to get the bike back. Oh by the way the bike was still under warranty but this does not include labor which you must pay regardless.
A month later I started to have power brake problems. Brake would not disengage and left me stranded several times. I had towing with my insurance but when I called they would not help along with others they did not want the liability. I had to trailer the bike to Jacksonville, Fl were they found and fixed the problem. It was due to electrical wires being shorted due to maintenance errors. They contacted Savannah, Ga but all they said the bike left in working condition and was not their concern. The dealer in was extremely helpful and did not charge me labor and gave me a huge discount. Normally the brake motor which is the size of a soda can cost $280.
There is no way I could ever thank them enough for their services. I highly recommend them for their service and products.
I let the bike go back and will not own another. To dam high maintenance and you have to use their dealerships plus their products so you won't void warranty's.

[fmjcafe]

Talking about the RS as the base model? The RS has been out of production for years. Belt tensioner? Not standard equipment on any Spyder. This clown has no clue what he's talking about.

[chuckwilson]

I am like garland. I am glad that I brought one. I have a 2022 RTL. Ride it as often as I can.

[thewebbsace]

My 2023 was in the shop for two months this summer while they tried to figure out the noise and where the glitter oil was coming from. This was on a brand new bike with 5k on it. After missing out on several rides this summer and being able to ride with my Son before his deployment they discovered the alternator bearing went out. I'm am now stuck with an engine and transmission that was filled with metal. contamination

[gregnutter]

stop reviewing things. you have no experience with these bikes

[tloveles]

I have a 2022 rt, so far so good, I agree with you on choosing a good dealership

[genegoodwin]

You say to buy a HD trike. I'm on my second HD trike and they cost $37, 000 each! I just bought a Can Am Ryker for our son who use to ride a two wheeler until he had a stoke five years ago. I drove the Ruker home the other night, in and out of rain showers and 52 degrees outside. Not the best weather to ride, but still it was a balst to ride. I enjoyed it so much when I get a few more miles on my HD trike I will consider a Can Am Spyder LT Limited. I just want to test drive one first.

[jesseleeiii]

I purchased a 2014 Can-Am Spyder RT Limited traded that in and purchased a F3 2018 Limited still riding no major problems love the bike. And PS I have owned Yamaha‘s two wheel Honda Goldwing and two brand new Harley ultra classic‘s had problems with Harley problems with Yamaha never a problem with the Goldwing but as I get older Can-Am Spyder is my choice.