RT Block Off Plate?

[Tomline]

I heard of this and was wondering about exactly what it does & can it be installed fairly easy & is it worth the cost & time to do it? Anybody here using this item?

[Cruzr Joe]

I heard of this and was wondering about exactly what it does & can it be installed fairly easy & is it worth the cost & time to do it? Anybody here using this item?


Get it from Spyderpops, it works, easy to install and looks good.

Cruzr Joe

[Buckeye Bleau]

Make sure that they know what year you need it for, the 2013 models need special attention.

Joe

[Deanna777]

I heard of this and was wondering about exactly what it does & can it be installed fairly easy & is it worth the cost & time to do it? Anybody here using this item?What is a block off Plate on a RT? And where is the block off Plate located on a RT?

I have a 2014RTS-SE6 and was wondering.

Deanna

[PrairieSpyder]

What is a block off Plate on a RT? And where is the block off Plate located on a RT?

I have a 2014RTS-SE6 and was wondering.

Deanna

I don't think you need it on the 2014s or newer. The pre-'14s with the smaller engine really put out some heat on the right side - not just the 2013 models. It's a plate made to fit the lower oblong home just below your right toe.

[ThreeWheels]

What is a block off Plate on a RT? And where is the block off Plate located on a RT?

I have a 2014RTS-SE6 and was wondering.

Deanna

The block off plate diverts the air from the radiator and prevents the dreaded right side hot foot.
For the 1330 engine (your 2014 RT), BRP relocated the radiator and installed their own block off plate.
Frankly, in my opinion, the did a crappy job. The lower cowling should have been redesigned as a solid piece so it looks like the left side.

Just my opinion. I could be wrong, and I'm sure someone on this forum will point it out if I am.

[Deanna777]

The block off plate diverts the air from the radiator and prevents the dreaded right side hot foot.
For the 1330 engine (your 2014 RT), BRP relocated the radiator and installed their own block off plate.
Frankly, in my opinion, the did a crappy job. The lower cowling should have been redesigned as a solid piece so it looks like the left side.

Just my opinion. I could be wrong, and I'm sure someone on this forum will point it out if I am.Thanks for giving me an answer. Deanna

[Deanna777]

I don't think you need it on the 2014s or newer. The pre-'14s with the smaller engine really put out some heat on the right side - not just the 2013 models. It's a plate made to fit the lower oblong home just below your right toe.Do the spyders that have the 988 engine have the block off plates? Deanna

[M109Dreamer]

Do the spyders that have the 988 engine have the block off plates? Deanna
They dont come from the factory with them. Its a MOD that most add, and a few sponsors sell the plates.

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[JayBros]

The block off plate diverts the air from the radiator and prevents the dreaded right side hot foot.
For the 1330 engine (your 2014 RT), BRP relocated the radiator and installed their own block off plate.

The 1330 RT engines have two radiators, one on each side. I guess the extra radiator and plumbing cost more than a solid lower cowl piece, therefore the block off panel on the right.

[Larry rt]

There has been a few posts, regarding this subject, with very great pics and details.
My self I used the 2014 grill and block off plate and have no issues regarding hot foot riding on floor boards or highway pegs. PM me if you need details.

[oldguyinTX]

I put a 2014 grille on the right side, it incorporates a lower block off plate and matches the stock 2013 left grille perfectly. If I can find a pic, I will post it. Some slight modifications are needed to make it fit, but really an easy install. I think it cost $17.00 from BRP. I had the Spyderpops block off plate for a long time, and it worked well, but it just didn't look right. The 2014 grille di the trick for me.

Couldn't find,a pic, sorry.

[GOZFST]

I put a 2014 grille on the right side, it incorporates a lower block off plate and matches the stock 2013 left grille perfectly. If I can find a pic, I will post it. Some slight modifications are needed to make it fit, but really an easy install. I think it cost $17.00 from BRP. I had the Spyderpops block off plate for a long time, and it worked well, but it just didn't look right. The 2014 grille di the trick for me.

Couldn't find,a pic, sorry.
Will that fit a 2012 as well?

[Bam Bam and Pebbles]

Will that fit a 2012 as well?

Yes it will. I bought one from BRP, and just had to do some trimming and it fit perfectly.

[GOZFST]

Yes it will. I bought one from BRP, and just had to do some trimming and it fit perfectly.
Thanks, I'm in the process of moving to AZ for the winter and I'll order one as soon as I get down there.

[pegasus1300]

I heard of this and was wondering about exactly what it does & can it be installed fairly easy & is it worth the cost & time to do it? Anybody here using this item?
1 Blocks heat to right foot
2 Yes
3 Yes IMHO
4 Yes me
look on home page for Spyderpops http://spyderpops.com/spyder-rt-radiator-exhaust-block-off-plate/#reviews

[Deanna777]

The block off plate diverts the air from the radiator and prevents the dreaded right side hot foot.
For the 1330 engine (your 2014 RT), BRP relocated the radiator and installed their own block off plate.
Frankly, in my opinion, the did a crappy job. The lower cowling should have been redesigned as a solid piece so it looks like the left side.

Just my opinion. I could be wrong, and I'm sure someone on this forum will point it out if I am.Do I need a block off plate for my 2014RTS-SE6? Deanna

[PrairieSpyder]

Do I need a block off plate for my 2014RTS-SE6? Deanna

I don't think so, unless you've noticed a problem. They've changed the cooling system as of 2014 and there's not so much of a problem now.

[Deanna777]

I don't think so, unless you've noticed a problem. They've changed the cooling system as of 2014 and there's not so much of a problem now.

Pattie,

I have not noticed a problem yet, thanks. If I do notice a problem I' ll get one.

Deanna

[pegasus1300]

Do I need a block off plate for my 2014RTS-SE6? Deanna Is your right foot to hot to be comfortable? If not then probably not. Many said that the 2012 didn't really have a heat problem either but my right foot even in boots was cooking,so I put the block off plate in and no more problem. You decide, how uncomfortable is your foot?

[Deanna777]

Is your right foot to hot to be comfortable? If not then probably not. Many said that the 2012 didn't really have a heat problem either but my right foot even in boots was cooking,so I put the block off plate in and no more problem. You decide, how uncomfortable is your foot? My right foot is comfortable/and I do not have any issues.


My right foot is normal. No problems. Thanks for your help! Deanna

[GOZFST]

Can anyone give me the part # for the 2014 part? I'm not sure which part to order and don't want to make a mistake. Thanks

[pegasus1300]

Can anyone give me the part # for the 2014 part? I'm not sure which part to order and don't want to make a mistake. Thanks

I don't think you need one for the the 2014. Go back and re read the entire thread and you will see where 2014 and up have a different cooling system that eliminates the hot right foot of the earlier models. Is your right foot hot when you ride? If not you don't need it. Check the Spyderpops website (on the SL home page) for more information.

[Bob Denman]

My right foot is comfortable/and I do not have any issues.


My right foot is normal. No problems. Thanks for your help! Deanna
Hi Dee!
None of the 1330 RTs need the block-off panel. The radiators aren't in the same place, so you don't end up with the hot air anywhere near your right foot... :thumbup:

[GOZFST]

I don't think you need one for the the 2014. Go back and re read the entire thread and you will see where 2014 and up have a different cooling system that eliminates the hot right foot of the earlier models. Is your right foot hot when you ride? If not you don't need it. Check the Spyderpops website (on the SL home page) for more information.
Sorry,my bad I have a 2012RT and would like to use the BRP part.

[pegasus1300]

Sorry,my bad I have a 2012RT and would like to use the BRP part.

I don't know if BRP makes such a part. I bought mine from Spyderpops when I first bought my 2012. That plate is working very well for 18000+ miles now. Go to http://spyderpops.com/spyder-rt-radiator-exhaust-block-off-plate/

[GOZFST]

I don't know if BRP makes such a part. I bought mine from Spyderpops when I first bought my 2012. That plate is working very well for 18000+ miles now. Go to http://spyderpops.com/spyder-rt-radiator-exhaust-block-off-plate/
From an earlier post,this is what I was talking about
I put a 2014 grille on the right side, it incorporates a lower block off plate and matches the stock 2013 left grille perfectly. If I can find a pic, I will post it. Some slight modifications are needed to make it fit, but really an easy install. I think it cost $17.00 from BRP. I had the Spyderpops block off plate for a long time, and it worked well, but it just didn't look right. The 2014 grille di the trick for me.

Couldn't find,a pic, sorry.

[DGoebel]

This is pic of the 2014 RT Grill and block off plate aka (RH Side Grill 705004803 ) that I have removed the bottom edge and left edge of to fit into my 2013 RT open holes.
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140471

[GOZFST]

This is pic of the 2014 RT Grill and block off plate aka (RH Side Grill 705004803 ) that I have removed the bottom edge and left edge of to fit into my 2013 RT open holes.
140470

140471
Thank you, that's what I was looking for.