My next mod for EVIL heat challenge

[billrob71]

Had talked to a few different people and even the dealer said think about removing the lower splash panels to help with heat. Well looking and messing with the bike tonight pull the panels off and did a little mod to them so I could keep them in place. The 13 models have a electric solenoid down right above the left splash panel for reverse, these have the electric solenoid instead of a cable so thought it was kinda important not to get it wet, not like I ride in the rain but ya never know. So heres what I did the scoops are vacuum attachments I picked up from home depot and they direct the air up twards the engine and the exhaust and back.
let me know what ya think

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[Chupaca]

let us know how they work..!! Looks good and job well done...20140508_113120.jpg Not as good looking but works well..

[cuznjohn]

i like the idea hope it works

[SNOOPY]

Good idea

How did you attach the pieces?

[billrob71]

Thanks thanks guys , the idea seem like as good way to direct some air up, we will see how it works but everything is a good idea when you run on no sleep

Good idea

How did you attach the pieces?

being just plastic drilled and riveted to the bottom of the splash pan on each side then silicone sealed around each one.

[KX5062]

Nice. Did you allow for the hot air to exhaust out somewhere?

[billrob71]

Nice. Did you allow for the hot air to exhaust out somewhere?

I made no more holes in the bike , on my frame there are some vertical holes that essentially do the same thing but maybe not as high volume,everything is already open behind the engine and under the tank, don't think any more is needed as far as air exit points. The dealer installed the new side panels that pull a lot more air then those little scoops I put on and the air flow seems to be real good, but you have any suggestions fire away please, any more info would be great

[Supernam]

I made no more holes in the bike , on my frame there are some vertical holes that essentially do the same thing but maybe not as high volume,everything is already open behind the engine and under the tank, don't think any more is needed as far as air exit points. The dealer installed the new side panels that pull a lot more air then those little scoops I put on and the air flow seems to be real good, but you have any suggestions fire away please, any more info would be great

I was also thinking of putting holes in the bottom panels instead of removing them completely if the new side panels are not enough, taking it one step at a time.

BRP has new side panels for the RS as well? or are they the same as the ST? Nothing for the RT?

[flamingobabe]

The 2014 air flow panels fit ST and RS models.....nothing for RT...yet!

[billrob71]

I was also thinking of putting holes in the bottom panels instead of removing them completely if the new side panels are not enough, taking it one step at a time.

BRP has new side panels for the RS as well? or are they the same as the ST? Nothing for the RT?

Yes the RS and the ST use the same side panels .

[Magdave]

My RT has decided to create it's own scoop and I do not intend on fixing it unless it gets ripped off. You can see from the pic that the cover will not stay clipped to the frame. Maybe that is why I am having slightly less gas smell (still sometimes occurs).

[Bob Denman]

That looks like a GREAT idea!
Just keep in mind, that the extra air that you're "scooping" up, has to go somewhere...
Here's to hoping, that it's found an outlet that carries the heat right on out the rear of the bike!

[Magdave]

That looks like a GREAT idea!
Just keep in mind, that the extra air that you're "scooping" up, has to go somewhere...
Here's to hoping, that it's found an outlet that carries the heat right on out the rear of the bike!

It is trying to heal itself Bob that is the side where the EVAP hose is and the MC also is at. I did not do anything it popped off before and I popped it back on but if it wants a breeze I will leave it alone. If it gets torn off it will be a warranty item I am sure. All pins are in and it is bolted on the other side. Seems to be some "warpage" as opposed to shrinkage LOL

[billrob71]

That looks like a GREAT idea!
Just keep in mind, that the extra air that you're "scooping" up, has to go somewhere...
Here's to hoping, that it's found an outlet that carries the heat right on out the rear of the bike!

Thanks Bob
when I get it all back together and get to ride it we will see if I need any further mods but I agree what comes in must go out .

[Bob Denman]

Good Luck! ...Hoping to hear nothing but good; from both you, and Dave!

[DrewNJ]

Looks good Bill.
Also, do you still have the panels in place behind the side panels.
In 2013 BRP added a panel that fills the gap between the oil tank panel and the other side panel. This filler panel didn't exist til 13'. Take a peek at the pick of my 12'. This is the left side. You can see the header pipe in the gap.
I know a few guys pulling that filler piece out.

[billrob71]

Looks good Bill.
Also, do you still have the panels in place behind the side panels.
In 2013 BRP added a panel that fills the gap between the oil tank panel and the other side panel. This filler panel didn't exist til 13'. Take a peek at the pick of my 12'. This is the left side. You can see the header pipe in the gap.
I know a few guys pulling that filler piece out.

Thanks Doug

no mine actually didn't have them I have the gap and see the pipe between the 2 panel just like yours. If I was suppose to have them I was shorted those CJ must of put them up on the shop .

[DrewNJ]

Sweeeet!

[Spyder Tony]

Had talked to a few different people and even the dealer said think about removing the lower splash panels to help with heat. Well looking and messing with the bike tonight pull the panels off and did a little mod to them so I could keep them in place. The 13 models have a electric solenoid down right above the left splash panel for reverse, these have the electric solenoid instead of a cable so thought it was kinda important not to get it wet, not like I ride in the rain but ya never know. So heres what I did the scoops are vacuum attachments I picked up from home depot and they direct the air up twards the engine and the exhaust and back.
let me know what ya think

I removed the 2 rear pieces of the 4 piece plate on the bottom of my '08 GS and it did a WORLD of good. I chose to leave the front 2 panels in place though, because they appeared to be covering critical components. I no longer have the heat being trapped inside my tupperware, and run overall much cooler. It did not totally solve my heat issue...but it has dramatically reduced the problem.

[billrob71]

Guys not sure what the old RS/GS or the RT or the St has for rear panels but for my 13 RSS there are no rear panels other then the 2 splash pans , it's completely open I the back .

image.jpg Left side
image.jpg Right side
there is no more I can take off

[Magdave]

Guys not sure what the old RS/GS or the RT or the St has for rear panels but for my 13 RSS there are no rear panels other then the 2 splash pans , it's completely open I the back .

image.jpg Left side
image.jpg Right side
there is no more I can take off

Same on the RT only 2 panels.

[SNOOPY]

Looks good Bill.
Also, do you still have the panels in place behind the side panels.
In 2013 BRP added a panel that fills the gap between the oil tank panel and the other side panel. This filler panel didn't exist til 13'. Take a peek at the pick of my 12'. This is the left side. You can see the header pipe in the gap.
I know a few guys pulling that filler piece out.

Do you get a lot of heat on you from those gaps?

[DrewNJ]

Nothing at all that's noticeable....

[SNOOPY]

Hmmm...I'll have to look what attaches the piece...

[billrob71]

Hmmm...I'll have to look what attaches the piece...

Take them out