Has anyone had any issues with the rear lid catching on the rear passenger back rest

HI Everyone,

Question:

Has anyone had any issues with the rear lid catching on the rear passenger back rest on the trunk on a 2023 F3 LTD?


I am attaching pictures:












I insert a piece of plastic when open/and close the back lid.

Also, When did they change the back lid on the F3 models?


Does anyone have any suggestions/or solutions for the fix?

Deanna

Does anyone have any suggestions about the rear lid catching on the rear passenger back rest?

I have a 2023 F3 LTD Special.

Deanna

I sorta guessing here. (read totally but chucking it out there)

To remove that pad on some you remove the retaining screws, then lift the pad up.

Maybe its not in position correctly.

Perhaps removing, repacking the cover and refit the pad ensuring its all the way down may improve it.

If the cover is a little loose. Well when I recover seats I stretch it and secure it with a staple gun on the underside of the seat.

Deanna, I was at my dealer this morning looking at a twin to your SE (BEAUTIFUL machine, btw); it has (nearly) the same issue, the standard F3 Limited next to it, did not. It appears (to me) that the problem might be in the way the seat-back is mounted to the topcase or the form that holds the back cushion is miscast. I would talk to your dealer and seek a remedy though them.

I've seen this on multiple f3's. You're talking about the rubber flap, not the seat back cushion itself. The only fix I've found so far, is to put a little silicone lube on the flap where it rubs. It will last for quite a while.

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Originally Posted by Jetfixer

I've seen this on multiple f3's. You're talking about the rubber flap, not the seat back cushion itself. The only fix I've found so far, is to put a little silicone lube on the flap where it rubs. It will last for quite a while.

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At the risk of offending you..., OP should not have to use a piece of plastic to open or close her topcase lid; it is a defect in craftsmanship and a warranty issue.

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Originally Posted by Isopedella

I sorta guessing here. (read totally but chucking it out there)

To remove that pad on some you remove the retaining screws, then lift the pad up.

Maybe its not in position correctly.

Perhaps removing, repacking the cover and refit the pad ensuring its all the way down may improve it.

If the cover is a little loose. Well when I recover seats I stretch it and secure it with a staple gun on the underside of the seat.

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Isopedella,


The pad is in-place. The pad has as a slight bump( Manufacturer defect on it) which I posted a picture of.

The back of the passenger seat is fine.

The cover is not loose.

Are the retaining screws on the side of the lid?

Deanna

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Originally Posted by spyderdave

Deanna, I was at my dealer this morning looking at a twin to your SE (BEAUTIFUL machine, btw); it has (nearly) the same issue, the standard F3 Limited next to it, did not. It appears (to me) that the problem might be in the way the seat-back is mounted to the topcase or the form that holds the back cushion is miscast. I would talk to your dealer and seek a remedy though them.

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Spyderdave,

I think that the "form that holds the back cushion is miscast. I'll go the can am dealership and show them and ask them for a remedy. I'll do that this week. I'll post on this thread to see what I the dealership says.

I'll let you know.

Deanna

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Originally Posted by Jetfixer

I've seen this on multiple f3's. You're talking about the rubber flap, not the seat back cushion itself. The only fix I've found so far, is to put a little silicone lube on the flap where it rubs. It will last for quite a while.

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Jetfixer,

Yes, I am talking about the rubber flap behind the back cushion. This week I am going to the dealership to see if I can get a remedy from them.

Thanks for the suggestion.

Deanna

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Originally Posted by spyderdave

At the risk of offending you..., OP should not have to use a piece of plastic to open or close her topcase lid; it is a defect in craftsmanship and a warranty issue.

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spyderdave,

I agree with you about the "defect in the craftsmanship and a warranty issue.

Also, No, I should have to use a piece of plastic to open and close the topcase lid.

Deanna

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Originally Posted by Jetfixer

I've seen this on multiple f3's. You're talking about the rubber flap, not the seat back cushion itself. The only fix I've found so far, is to put a little silicone lube on the flap where it rubs. It will last for quite a while.

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Jetfixer,

Look at picture # 3 in my first post, it shows the OEM defect in the rubber flap, and the indents of where the 2 screws are.

Deanna

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Originally Posted by Deanna777

Isopedella,


The pad is in-place. The pad has as a slight bump( Manufacturer defect on it) which I posted a picture of.

The back of the passenger seat is fine.

The cover is not loose.

Are the retaining screws on the side of the lid?

Deanna

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I dont know for sure but on my 2017 Ltd there are 2 screws on the front wall of the trunk.
I have not done it but suspect if you remove the screws it may come off like in this video.
Do Not push on the screws apparently.

Mine looks like this. The top of the drink bottle is pointing to the RH screw looking forward.



Thinking it may be similar to this.

www.dailymotion.com/video/x31y6ax

Late edit.

Yours is brand new isn't it? Dealer fix?

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Originally Posted by Isopedella

I dont know for sure but on my 2017 Ltd there are 2 screws on the front wall of the trunk.
I have not done it but suspect if you remove the screws it may come off like in this video.
Do Not push on the screws apparently.

Mine looks like this. The top of the drink bottle is pointing to the RH screw looking forward.



Thinking it may be similar to this.

www.dailymotion.com/video/x31y6ax

Late edit.

Yours is brand new isn't it? Dealer fix?

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Isopedella,

Yes, My spyder is brand new. I'll check with the dealership this week and see what they say. I hope they open up a case with BRP. The dealership should run it thru the warranty. It is a OEM manufacturer defect.

Deanna

Good luck and don't let them pull the wool over you, because it's NOT right!:2thumbs:

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Originally Posted by Mikey

Good luck and don't let them pull the wool over you, because it's NOT right!:2thumbs:

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Mikey,

Thanks! Oh I wont let them do that! I'll stand my own ground!

Deanna

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Originally Posted by spyderdave

At the risk of offending you..., OP should not have to use a piece of plastic to open or close her topcase lid; it is a defect in craftsmanship and a warranty issue.

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No offense taken! I agree completely, but I'm not sure there IS a fix from Can Am.

Deanna, try removing the pax backrest. Then see if you can reposition the rubber flap to sit more forward, which will give you more room. If I remember correctly, I was able to trim the rubber with an xacto knife so that it sat further forward at the screw slots. The dab of silicone still helps.

I wouldn't mess with at all. Its brand new. Worst case is something gets damaged. Take to the dealer and let them sort it I reckon.
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Originally Posted by Jetfixer

No offense taken! I agree completely, but I'm not sure there IS a fix from Can Am.

Deanna, try removing the pax backrest. Then see if you can reposition the rubber flap to sit more forward, which will give you more room. If I remember correctly, I was able to trim the rubber with an xacto knife so that it sat further forward at the screw slots. The dab of silicone still helps.

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Jetfixer,

Look at picture # 4 on the 1st post.




Behind the backrest are 2 holders/hooks for the backrest( which are built-in) to hold the backrest to the bike. I can't move the backrest forward because of the 2 holders/hooks. If I could I would.

It is a very poor design behind the backrest, rubber flap, and the lid.

The above pictures are a temporary fix until I get to the dealership.


Deanna

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Originally Posted by Isopedella

I wouldn't mess with at all. Its brand new. Worst case is something gets damaged. Take to the dealer and let them sort it I reckon.
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Isopedella,


I will not mess with it. :agree: I'll take it to the dealership and let them handle it.

Deanna

HI All,

I appecate the suggestions and comments on trying to get a solution.


I am going to take the bike to the dealership and let them take care of it.

The bike is brand new. I am going to use the warranty on it.

Deanna

My 2022 F3L Limited makes slight contact when opening lid in same spot but a little lube to the dry rubber handles it.

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Originally Posted by Isopedella

I wouldn't mess with at all. Its brand new. Worst case is something gets damaged. Take to the dealer and let them sort it I reckon.
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Isopedella,

I wont mess with it. Yes, It is brand new. I did take to the dealership, and they said "it is the first time they had heard of it. I sent pictures to one of the sales guys via email, I am waiting to hear back via email. I also have an appointment next week at the dealership.

i'll let everyone know next week when I find out. Stay tuned!



Deanna

I am like jetfixer in that a little rubber lube took care of my issue with the rub and it now works like no interference at all. If I can improvise and save a trip to a dealership, then so be it.

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Originally Posted by baxter

I am like jetfixer in that a little rubber lube took care of my issue with the rub and it now works like no interference at all. If I can improvise and save a trip to a dealership, then so be it.

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baxter,

Thanks for the info. My bike is brand new I am not going to mess with it.

Deanna

I took my spyder to the dealership today and they said to keep an eye on it.

If the rubber flap gets bad they can order a new rubber flap.

Deanna