How do I replace 2020 RTL rear trunk lid shock/lift cylinder? Lid won't stay up!
How do you replace the trunk lid lift cylinder? I put a luggage rack and it will not stay up. I have heard you can install a spring on them to help make them stronger. I need some information on how to remove it. Thanks
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 03-10-2022 at 06:30 PM.
Reason: Removed Prefix - this is a 'How do I?' not a 'How to:' DIY explanation....
Take yours off and go to an auto parts store, they'll fix you up.
Ours is a red, black and chrome 2017 F3 Limited. Bought new in 2/2019. The avatar is my first bike back in 1952, a Simplex Servi-Cycle. Photo taken at the Barber Museum.
Everything you need to know, including parts and installation tips, is here: https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...runk-on-the-RT. It's an easy fix! There are several screws on the front inside of the trunk that hold the passenger backrest in place. Once you get that off it's all quite obvious.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
Everything you need to know, including parts and installation tips, is here: https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...runk-on-the-RT. It's an easy fix! There are several screws on the front inside of the trunk that hold the passenger backrest in place. Once you get that off it's all quite obvious.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
Yes, very little that applies to the ‘14-19 RT applies to the ‘20+ RT, Idaho.
One way to almost certainly guarantee a dumb response is not read the post closely!
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
Honestly, I sort of looked at my repair manual and didn't see any info on this.
Looking from inside the trunk there are two torx screws, have you tried removing these to see if the passenger back rest would come off? If so then there would be something holding the top plastic piece on that would need removing to give you access to it.
I would start there. Looking in from the rear, the strut is located on the right side, and you can barely see it in there.
I can see how anything at all will cause it to not stay up. Did you by any chance add the luggage rack?
McMaster Carr will have something that will work, you just have to look for it. Some people have said that they have gotten the seat struts from auto parts store so that's another source. No way would I put another OEM one on there as it is just too weak.
Last edited by K80Shooter; 03-13-2022 at 05:45 PM.
Thanks for sending me the two files to get my 3D piece for the trunk lid at makexyz in tempe AZ. It's an internet company that did the piece for $14.90 including shipping to me. It works great and takes 2 minutes to install.
Last edited by Peter Aawen; 06-12-2022 at 10:31 AM.
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I am so gonna steal that idea. Thank you.......................
Hi, another member - " safecracker " had the same or similar item .... He sent me a tracing of the one He bought .... I copied it onto a piece of TREX plastic wood ..... I did a bit of trimming and it works better now .... I offered to send anyone here a copy of mine ..... just send me a STAMP and your address and I'll send you a copy , and you can make your own ..... Mike
Thanks for sending me the two files to get my 3D piece for the trunk lid at makexyz in tempe AZ. It's an internet company that did the piece for $14.90 including shipping to me. It works great and takes 2 minutes to install.
You are very welcome Dave. My pleasure !
Brgds Martin
First Spyder: RS 2008 Yellow&Black - Current: 2012 Spyder RTS Magnesium, bought new from dealer in 2015.
I just bought a 2020 RTL and it does not have the shock on the rear trunk lid. Is there supposed to be one installed?
IT's a 2020 not a 2012 or 16.
If it has the factory top case, it has one, it's just not visible and hard to get to. Standing behind the bike it is on the right-hand side (passenger side) on the right side of the hinge arm.
Last edited by K80Shooter; 09-04-2022 at 12:25 PM.
Reason: Added PDF
Thanks. I just went out and checked. Didn't see it, but It's also 108 degrees and I was not going to stand there very long. Will check real hard in the morning.
2005 Roadtrek Chevy 210P
2020 RT Limited-Chalk White SE6
How do you replace the trunk lid lift cylinder? I put a luggage rack and it will not stay up. I have heard you can install a spring on them to help make them stronger. I need some information on how to remove it. Thanks
I found the strut/shock or whatever it is called. It is not strong enough to hold the lid open. Anyone found a stronger strut that I don't have to take 2nd mortgage to buy?
This is for my 2020 RT limited.
2005 Roadtrek Chevy 210P
2020 RT Limited-Chalk White SE6
How do I replace 2020 RTL rear trunk lid shock/lift cylinder? Lid won't stay up!
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