RS- Upcoming Summer Heat

[Wattsmyname]

I am starting to think of preperations I need to make for those upcoming hot summer days here in Texas. My 2009 Spyder RS is totally stock, it was pretty clear when I got it at the end of last summer that it could use some heat related Mods that would make summer riding as comfortable as possible. I am wondering about which SpyderPops are the most for the $$$...Fan Cans?? I would appreciate you more experienced Spyder warm weather riders suggestions on what Mods you have had the best results with, thank you for your ideas.

[zrc]

Ride in a Speedo?

I am new to the area, just thought I would throw out some humor, Im getting into BDay weekend mode.

[Yazz]

I have SpyderPops Missing Air Dam, Missing Heat Shield and his Air Management System. They make a world of difference keeping the heat off your right foot.

Depending on how many miles are on your Spyder, check to see if the 'Y' gaskets need replacing.

[Littlebadwolf]

Same setup as Yazz with one addition that made a lot of difference...an exhaust wrap...Also available from Spyderpops.

[spyderdips]

I am based out of Silver Spring, MD. I have tried and tested the "Missing Air Dam" for 2 summers now and that has done the trick for me.

[daveinva]

I got the Spyderpops mods, alas too late for last summer, so I'm unsure how big of an effect they'll have on the summer heat.

I think the air dam and management system will help the foot heat, and help a little bit in keeping the bike cool. My heatshield, however, just fell off, and I doubt I'll replace it, jury's out on that one.

My biggest heat-related problem on my Spyder was never foot related, however, but instead getting a lot of heat out of the saddle area. It's a relatively new Spyder so I still think my gaskets are good, but I'm sure that when I eventually replace the old gaskets with the Honda jobs that'll help. I *did* buy some heat-reflective tape and rubber insulation to use under the saddle/panels, but I've just never had the time to get around to it, but that may provide a bit of relief.

That said, I think the most important heat precaution for the Spyder is *gear* related: invest in good mesh gear, chill towels (a lifesaver around the neck ), etc., etc.

[Sarge707]

Removing the left and right plastic panel to the rear of the engine (Underneath) helps let the heat out and the Missing Air Dam is great when your moving!

[spyder-dude]

The heat on my butt was the biggest complaint I have had with the spyder since day one getting my first one in November 2007. And when I bought my new RSS I got the Kontour seat. No more hot butt issues!

http://kontourseat.com/

They basically take your stock seat and rebuild it to the proper way for your height/weight and use 3M foam and special covering! Absolutely worth the money. And if you send them an Utopia backrest they will install it for you also.