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Cable adjustment
How do you adjust the cable on the frunk
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Originally Posted by Eagle1
How do you adjust the cable on the frunk
Oh, god. Don't tell me you misplaced your frunk cable adjustment tool...
Need more information!!!
2014 RTL Platinum
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Cable adjustment
I can't the lid to release. To open the funk.
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Cable adjustment
Originally Posted by UtahPete
Oh, god. Don't tell me you misplaced your frunk cable adjustment tool...
Need more information!!!
What tool?
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Originally Posted by Eagle1
What tool?
I'm kidding. There isn't any tool. What are you trying to adjust the cable for?
2014 RTL Platinum
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Originally Posted by UtahPete
Need more information!!!
Specifying WHAT information is needed probably would be even more helpful !!
Year and model, I think......because I think I heard that there are two different ways that the latch operates; one electrical and one mechanical.
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Originally Posted by Easy Rider
Specifying WHAT information is needed probably would be even more helpful !!
Year and model, I think......because I think I heard that there are two different ways that the latch operates; one electrical and one mechanical.
Well, that plus why does he think the cable needs 'adjusting'?
2014 RTL Platinum
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Is the release not working because:
Is doesn't move the lever far ebough?
or...
Is it just stuck?
Some lubrication might help...
Can you get the lid open to see the latch?
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Little checking.....
Profile says..... 2015 RTL Chrome...Not seeing any adjustment on the break down. Depending on what you need. Could be the cable has stretched but not likely. If there is any adjustment it would be at the latch or ignition switch. If the cable is streched you could space it with some washers at the pulling knob on the actuator...
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release cable
I added a release cable with some very thin wire rope to both the frunk and the seat. Not hard to do and could save your bacon if the seat or trunk cable failed 2000 miles from home.
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Originally Posted by Eagle1
I can't the lid to release. To open the funk.
You might try pushing down on the frunk lid as the key is pushed down and turned-------- just a thought.
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Originally Posted by Lew L
I added a release cable with some very thin wire rope to both the frunk and the seat. Not hard to do and could save your bacon if the seat or trunk cable failed 2000 miles from home.
Lew,
I remember you had posted something about this before, or maybe it was somebody else. Anyway, can you provide more of an explanation, pics or link to the thread(S) that detail this simple but important mod? Thanks.
2014 RTL Platinum
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FRUNK CABLE ISSUES
Last edited by BLUEKNIGHT911; 03-26-2018 at 09:41 AM.
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Hi Pete,
I'm off to go skiing this am. 35th day so far this season. I'll try to get pix and an explination of the cable mod this afternoon.
Lew L
Originally Posted by UtahPete
Lew,
I remember you had posted something about this before, or maybe it was somebody else. Anyway, can you provide more of an explanation, pics or link to the thread(S) that detail this simple but important mod? Thanks.
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As Lew L said, press down on the frunk lid where the latch is located then press and turn the key. It is possible the frunk gasket has come loose and needs to be reseated.
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Cable
you were right spray silicone did the trick.
Originally Posted by Bob Denman
Is the release not working because:
Is doesn't move the lever far ebough?
or...
Is it just stuck?
Some lubrication might help...
Can you get the lid open to see the latch?
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Originally Posted by UtahPete
Lew,
I remember you had posted something about this before, or maybe it was somebody else. Anyway, can you provide more of an explanation, pics or link to the thread(S) that detail this simple but important mod? Thanks.
Well Pete,
I tried to get a decent picture but the part to attach an emergency release cable is buried under the headlight surround. The cable should come out to the riders left. It really isn't that hard to do if you spend a few minutes studying what part moves when the key is depressed and turned. Same with the seat.
Lew
Pix is for the seat release
Last edited by Lew L; 03-27-2018 at 09:54 PM.
Reason: added pix.
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Release cable
Originally Posted by Lew L
I added a release cable with some very thin wire rope to both the frunk and the seat. Not hard to do and could save your bacon if the seat or trunk cable failed 2000 miles from home.
I did the same but used some super strong fishing line, more flexable than cable. I ran the one from the frunk to the opening where you check your oil (2011 RT) and ran the one from the seat to the glove box.
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For future info:
There is no adjustment for the cable at the key area.
There is an adjustment at the latch but it's the entire latch assembly not just the cable.
Look at my Tri-axis handlebar install video and at the end of part 3, I show how to adjust everything.
Bob
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STUCK FRUNK
Assuming that you can't open the FRUNK, try pressing on the FRUNK over the latch area or just to one side while trying the release. Need the year and model to be more specific with a way to open it as the latches are different besides some being electrically activated and others opened by deft maneuver of the key.
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Cable adjustment
Hi there...not to beat a dead horse, but I too am looking for a way to adjust the cable. 2015 Spyder RT with mechanical frunk mechanism. I know the cable is working. When it is shut, it is shut. Can't pull it open. When I turn the key, it will pull open but you have to pull kinda hard to pop it loose. The latch appears to be like a latch on a car trunk. When it's closed the v-shaped part clicks down and stays...like on a car trunk. I am assuming that when you turn the key, it's supposed to click out of its closed position...again like a car trunk. Mine doesn't click up into the open position like it should. I have two other spyders...2008 GS-SM5's. I know on those, you can turn the key and hear it "click". Then it's open. Just pull it up. Should be able to do this with one hand. It's really a pain if I have something in my hand...like my helmet or a drink...grocery bag...and I have to set everything down to use 2 hands to open it and in addition have to really pull hard on it to pop it loose. That is why I am thinking cable. Please tell me if I am wrong. You guys all have a frunk. How easy does yours open? They should all be the same. Would appreciate any feedback.
Michael
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Frunk latch
The frunk on my 2014 RTS opens easily. An audible click.
With the frunk lid open------ work the key --- you'll have to manually close the little hook ---- then try the key. Maybe a cleaning and a drop of lube. Maybe the return spring on the latch has come loose???Good time to add the emergency release cable.
Good luck,
Lew L
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Different models
Originally Posted by Michaeljwyo
Hi there...not to beat a dead horse, but I too am looking for a way to adjust the cable. 2015 Spyder RT with mechanical frunk mechanism. I know the cable is working. When it is shut, it is shut. Can't pull it open. When I turn the key, it will pull open but you have to pull kinda hard to pop it loose. The latch appears to be like a latch on a car trunk. When it's closed the v-shaped part clicks down and stays...like on a car trunk. I am assuming that when you turn the key, it's supposed to click out of its closed position...again like a car trunk. Mine doesn't click up into the open position like it should. I have two other spyders...2008 GS-SM5's. I know on those, you can turn the key and hear it "click". Then it's open. Just pull it up. Should be able to do this with one hand. It's really a pain if I have something in my hand...like my helmet or a drink...grocery bag...and I have to set everything down to use 2 hands to open it and in addition have to really pull hard on it to pop it loose. That is why I am thinking cable. Please tell me if I am wrong. You guys all have a frunk. How easy does yours open? They should all be the same. Would appreciate any feedback.
Michael
On my 2010 RT, I sometimes had to pry to the frunk open. I'd do this while turning the key.
On my 2016RTSe, i just have to use the key. There is no electrical way to open it.
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