Hot while Driving 2014 RT

[Rich55]

My wife really gets hot while driving 2014 RT Spyder. My question is there any modification to increase airflow on the driver. I really don't want to remove the windshield unless that is something that is easy to do.

[Dmetcalf]

I’m considering Baker air wings. I agree that it does get toasty behind the windshield.!!

[UtahPete]

My wife really gets hot while driving 2014 RT Spyder. My question is there any modification to increase airflow on the driver. I really don't want to remove the windshield unless that is something that is easy to do.

You can start by adding a vent to the windshield. Like this one; https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUJAUUU...v_ov_lig_dp_it

[UtahPete]

My wife really gets hot while driving 2014 RT Spyder. My question is there any modification to increase airflow on the driver. I really don't want to remove the windshield unless that is something that is easy to do.

Some folks have had their windshield shortened, or they buy a shorter one.

[Flamewinger]

I removed the two side shields that are just under the mirrors. It allows for more air flow to me and into the vents going into the engine area. I also have a shorter windshield.

[Bob Denman]

BRP's adjustable lower air vents...

[Rich55]

I’m considering Baker air wings. I agree that it does get toasty behind the windshield.!!

You can start by adding a vent to the windshield. Like this one; https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUJAUUU...v_ov_lig_dp_it

How hard was that vent to install?

[UtahPete]

How hard was that vent to install?

I have not installed one, but there are plenty of folks here that have.

Try this thread for starters: http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...indshield+vent

[Buckeye Bleau]

[QUOTE=Rich55;1372260]My wife really gets hot while driving 2014 RT Spyder.

There re are a lot of hot women on Spyders!
Joe

[IdahoMtnSpyder]

Baker Air Wings plus the BRP adjustable deflectors plus the windshield vent are about as much as you can do. If you have an after market wide windshield go back to factory wide. I have the F4 wide and tall and it does cut back on air flow on me. The three items above help a lot but I've considered having my windshield cut back to OEM width.

[pitzerwm]

I have never had a heat issue, but I added the 2013 scoops, couldn't tell any difference, but it had to make it better, I also have the vented windshield and baker wings.

[SpyderAnn01]

Baker Air Wings with the BRP adjustable wind deflectors is a definite must have. Is your wife riding with the windshield all the way up? If so have her try it in a lower position, ideally with the top of the windshield even with her nose.

[joebryanjr]

My wife really gets hot while driving 2014 RT Spyder. My question is there any modification to increase airflow on the driver. I really don't want to remove the windshield unless that is something that is easy to do.

I had them installed and they are well worth the cost. Use for cooling in hot weather, help keep warm in cool weather and help keep dry in light rain.

[Bob Denman]

The windshield vent does a lot more to reduce buffeting; than it does to increase airflow...
But it's still going to help!

[viperryder]

I have a 2014 RTS and have added the BRP air scoops. These are the ones under the mirror. It has taken away all the heat from the glove box and the foot area. They are black in color don't look bad. Hope this helps.

[Dmetcalf]

I just ordered some Baker air wings yesterday..! Should help a lot. They are a bit pricey but I’m sure the quality is there..!

[Fatcycledaddy]

BRP's adjustable lower air vents...

These are available on ebay for $140.00, so about $40 less than what the dealer wants for them. Take out the two screws on the factory deflector and install the new one with the same two screws. You will not believe the difference in the amount of air you can direct onto the rider and passenger.

https://www.ebay.com/p/219400362-Can...2057037&chn=ps

[2dogs]

Get your lovely partner a cooling vest. Mine works very well. I have the kind I fill with about 16/20 oz. of water, however I don't get wet. It will last 2/4 hours depending. Love it, love it, love it! I got it from Silver Eagle Outfitters.
https://www.webbikeworld.com/silver-...g-vest-review/

[SpyderAnn01]

Get your lovely partner a cooling vest. Mine works very well. I have the kind I fill with about 16/20 oz. of water, however I don't get wet. It will last 2/4 hours depending. Love it, love it, love it! I got it from Silver Eagle Outfitters.
https://www.webbikeworld.com/silver-...g-vest-review/

Those are great in dry climates but don’t work so well in humid places like TN.

[Mr. White]

My wife really gets hot while driving 2014 RT Spyder. My question is there any modification to increase airflow on the driver. I really don't want to remove the windshield unless that is something that is easy to do.

Come to south Texas, nothing helps....my buddy wears a cooling jacket with frozen pouches and he likes it. I may get one too.

[UtahPete]

Those are great in dry climates but don’t work so well in humid places like TN.

That's the conclusion I have drawn from the many discussions on this topic.

It seems that in humid climates the best way to cool the body is to increase the air flow over the skin, so the suggestions about getting a shorter windshield, adding Baker Air Wings or the BRP adjustable deflectors are all good. Of course, well-ventilated riding gear is essential, also.

[2dogs]

Those are great in dry climates but don’t work so well in humid places like TN.

I'm sure you would know. I've never been east of the Mississippi on a bike. Thanks

[Rich55]

Baker Air Wings with the BRP adjustable wind deflectors is a definite must have. Is your wife riding with the windshield all the way up? If so have her try it in a lower position, ideally with the top of the windshield even with her nose.

Sorry, I can't figure out how to reply to a post without my original post. To answer your question about where the windshield is positioned it is just barely raised from the bottom. so where on this blog it was stated if the windshield is all the way down it had a tendency to break the mounting bracket.

[UtahPete]

Sorry, I can't figure out how to reply to a post without my original post. To answer your question about where the windshield is positioned it is just barely raised from the bottom. so where on this blog it was stated if the windshield is all the way down it had a tendency to break the mounting bracket.

Just go to the post you want to reply to and hit the button on lower right that says 'reply with a quote'

The windshield is designed to operate at the full range of motion without breakage. That happens with oversized windshields at the high position in extremely gusty or bumpy road conditions and is RARE I believe. I've never had a problem with either of my RTs, including my wife's which has an oversized F4 windshield.

BTW, windshields themselves are very easy to remove and install, so you may just want to get a shorty windshield for the really hot conditions you're experiencing and keep the OEM as a spare or for touring.

[MCCMPR]

I just put the 2013 air flow vents to my 2014. This definitely reduced the heat of the seat. I did have the BRP adjustable air deflectors under the mirrors and I thought they just deflected the warm air coming out of the vents onto me. I also have shortened the windshield. I'm not a fan of Baker Air Wings but that might be the next step.