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Scoops finally installed
Finally got the scoops installed. Called three dealers and got the following answers 1. they don't make them any more 2. $525 to install them 3. $325 all done. Chose the last option had them installed. they found 3 ECM updates, topped off radiator, and found some misc washers etc missing. Final cost out the door $402. Best money spent. I have now wrapped the pipes, installed Spyder Pops block off plate and the scoops. Took a ride today temp in mid 80's and no longer had "chestnuts roasting" by the glove box.
This should have been a mandatory fix for all RT Spyders. I will now be able to enjoy this the way I had hoped to when I purchased it last year. I use F-11 Top Coat and it has brought back all of the black and as you can see it really shines. people can't believe it is 6 years old with 36000 miles on it.
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Congrats on the heat management. Now enjoy.
New to Sue and I
2021, LTD, Asphalt Gray, 22,000 miles
Gone but not forgotten
RTS 2011 SM5, 95,000 miles
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Originally Posted by DopeyDan
Finally got the scoops installed. Called three dealers and got the following answers 1. they don't make them any more 2. $525 to install them 3. $325 all done. Chose the last option had them installed. they found 3 ECM updates, topped off radiator, and found some misc washers etc missing. Final cost out the door $402. Best money spent. I have now wrapped the pipes, installed Spyder Pops block off plate and the scoops. Took a ride today temp in mid 80's and no longer had "chestnuts roasting" by the glove box.
This should have been a mandatory fix for all RT Spyders. I will now be able to enjoy this the way I had hoped to when I purchased it last year. I use F-11 Top Coat and it has brought back all of the black and as you can see it really shines. people can't believe it is 6 years old with 36000 miles on it.
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Congratulations. Wise move.
2014 RTL Platinum
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Great..!
Glad you shopped around and found a good deal... just in time for the warmer weather...
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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I know I have trouble staying on the same page sometimes but wasn't the scoops a recall fix? Meaning free...
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ok, 2013 models probably is the answer.
Pat
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Pat, Yes for '13's it was a factory recall fix, He's got a '12 and like many others found that the '13 fix fit and worked for any RT that's too hot between the thighs.
Safe Rides,
David and Sharon Goebel
Both Retired USAF Veterans
2018 Anniversary Edition RT Limited
Baja Ron ultimate swaybar. Vredestein tires, Baja Ron Front Shock Pre-load adjusters, Pedal Box, See my Spyder Garage
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Vents
Do you have the BRP part number?
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Originally Posted by ris
Do you have the BRP part number?
219800388
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Last edited by BernardD; 05-23-2018 at 09:29 AM.
Ride safe!
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I got a set from velocity power sports in ladson south Carolina a couple years ago and installed them myself. not a cure all but they helped a lot. I also installed the blockoff plate at the right foot location and removed the plastic underneath. I prefer my bike without the blockoff plate. less heat thru the seat with it removed. 2012 rts
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Originally Posted by TEWKS
I know I have trouble staying on the same page sometimes but wasn't the scoops a recall fix? Meaning free...
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ok, 2013 models probably is the answer.
Pat
The dealer put them on our 2012 RTL for free.
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
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Originally Posted by quasi
I got a set from velocity power sports in ladson south Carolina a couple years ago and installed them myself. not a cure all but they helped a lot. I also installed the blockoff plate at the right foot location and removed the plastic underneath. I prefer my bike without the blockoff plate. less heat thru the seat with it removed. 2012 rts
Did you remove the acoustic panels? There is a post somewhere that shows that some dealers and DIY have left them in and the scoops do not work if the panels are in place.
Just a tought.
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