2015 RT-S HOT seat???

[scwingman]

How do you cool down the seat area on these machines? Just got back from a 80 mile ride with the temps on the mid to high 80s. Could not wait to get home to get off.

Do any of you experience this extreme heat on your machines?

Never ever experienced anything like this on any of my Two wheelers.

Thanks for any input.


SCWingman

 

[Saluda]

Never had this issue.

 

[Elwood58]

Hot right leg, yes. Hot seat, not really. Are you the original owner? Does the seat have a heater? I do ride with an AirHawk.

 

[Snowbelt Spyder]

How do you cool down the seat area on these machines? Just got back from a 80 mile ride with the temps on the mid to high 80s. Could not wait to get home to get off.

Do any of you experience this extreme heat on your machines?

Never ever experienced anything like this on any of my Two wheelers.

Thanks for any input.


SCWingman

Do you have the RT vent kit (scoops) installed?

https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?84770-RT-vent-kit-on-2014-RT

 

[almosthere]

The heat is trapped under all the tupperware. We have '15 RT-S as well. Fixed with the scoop kit for the 2013 and earlier models.

 

[BajaRon]

Removing the plastic, under-frame panels really helps. It gives all that hot air somewhere to go. Removing them doesn't hurt a thing and really reduces the heat that leaks out to your feet, legs and seat. It also makes doing oil changes much easier. And, if you don't like the results, for any reason. You can always put them back on. Do Not Remove parts # 313 or 314. These are your skid plates. You need those and removing them won't help reduce under-hood heat anyway.



Wrapping your exhaust from the header pipe as far back as you can go reduces under-hood temperatures a great deal. (Pictured example, obviously not a Spyder)



Reducing under-hood heat not only makes riding much more comfortable. It helps all those components encased in Tupperware run cooler and last longer.

 

[bmccaffrey]

Would be huge help if we knew what u were riding??

 

[Snowbelt Spyder]

It's a 2015 RT-S. Take another look.

 

[Navydad]

2015 RT. Plenty of 500 mile days and no complaints, but then I came from a BMW RT and a Triumph Trophy SE which could both be a hot ride.

 

[NDrider]

My wife has had her RT get hot enough to be very uncomfortable. But only when the air temperature is hot to start with. She put a sheep wool seat cover on it and now it never bothers her. But yes when it’s hot out and your bucking some wind on interstate it can get warm

 

[Revalden]

Removing the plastic, under-frame panels really helps. It gives all that hot air somewhere to go. Removing them doesn't hurt a thing and really reduces the heat that leaks out to your feet, legs and seat. It also makes doing oil changes much easier. And, if you don't like the results, for any reason. You can always put them back on. Do Not Remove parts # 313 or 314. These are your skid plates. You need those and removing them won't help reduce under-hood heat anyway.

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Wrapping your exhaust from the header pipe as far back as you can go reduces under-hood temperatures a great deal. (Pictured example, obviously not a Spyder)

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Reducing under-hood heat not only makes riding much more comfortable. It helps all those components encased in Tupperware run cooler and last longer.

In the parts diagram I don't see a deflector on the right side behind the wheel well grill that my '15 RT-S. It is curved and deflects air outside to the Hiway Peg area. I also put on the pre '14 Air Scoops and neither I nor the glove box get hot now. Engine temps never get higher than the 4th bar from bottom of the gauge even in HOT OKLAHOMA SUMMERS.

 

[Snowbelt Spyder]

Hey Wingman. And sometimes, with the stock seat, it gives you the sensation of being hot, when it's really a matter of your anatomy and circulation back there instead. Heck, I have a Corbin and still use an Airhawk R. Just one of those things. Some folks have reported having a good experience with the Gel seat kit from Motorcycle Dave. It works like this, comes with everything you need, and is more affordable than a whole new seat.

http://www.motorcycledave.com/custo...motorcycle-daves-conformax-gel-foam-seat-kit/

 

[PMK]

For us, any heat issues were typically slower riding or stop and go during warmer months. Years ago removed the cat and installed a bypass pipe. That reduced heat by a lot.

No scoop kit installed. The BRP accessory side vents are installed and direct more airflow to driver and passenger.

 

[scwingman]

Thanks for all the input. I will check into the cool air kit from BRP and look into removing the panels.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

How do you cool down the seat area on these machines? Just got back from a 80 mile ride with the temps on the mid to high 80s. Could not wait to get home to get off.

Do any of you experience this extreme heat on your machines?

Never ever experienced anything like this on any of my Two wheelers.

Thanks for any input.


SCWingman

Quite awhile back this topic came up and then many people reported the same issue ....( herd effect ? :roflblack ..... I have the first edition of the 1330 engine on my 14 RT ..... I checked the Temp inside the glove box and the sides where your knee's are ..... I don't remember the exact temp difference but it wasn't more than 15 F for the knee area and only 25 F in the glove box ...... some folks are more sensitive than others ..... I also had an 08 GS and 11 RSS and they were hotter, but never got to be objectionable ....of course I never wore shorts when I ride ..... Mike :thumbup:

 

[Revalden]

Get the BRP Air Scoops, the heat deflectors and a Air Hawk or Air Innovations inflatable seat cushion, and remove the under engine floor pans. Even though I haven't removed the floor pans, I don't have problems with heat. The air cushion is a little warm while it's been sitting in the sun, but not uncomfortable and it cools quickly. I won't ride without it. I Velcro-ed to the seat. Just a little air is all you need, don't inflate it too much. I put in a bit more then let air out as I rode until I liked it.

 

[stevencovert]

The scoop kit is only about $60. I think I got mine from cheapcycleparts.com. It does require you to drill 3 holes - I was terrified! My brand new 2016 RT (at the time) and I'm drilling holes in it! The glovebox temp and general - um - groin area - cooled down a lot. One nice thing is this kit replaces to large plastic covers with metal bars - allowing way more air flow through the sides. You remove the two vents on either side and scoop goes over these now open holes.

Another benefit is I can get to the oil filter without taking off those big plastic panels now. Also many people remove the panels under the bike (right and left) that keep rocks from popping up. Some people drill a lot of 1" holes in it to promote air flow. Pro tip I learned way too late - keep a bottle of water in the bike, splash it over the seat and let it evap for a minute if its been in the sun a while. Drops the temp a lot.

 

[larryd]

Thanks for all the input. I will check into the cool air kit from BRP and look into removing the panels.

When you install the cowl vents you must cut the holes in the right & left body panels to get the proper air movement...Dealers had temp lets to do these holes but there are several posts on the forum showing how...

I have recently read of several members putting on the vent kits without cutting the body panels...I don't think this method would be of much help...

 

[JP58]

When you install the cowl vents you must cut the holes in the right & left body panels to get the proper air movement...Dealers had temp lets to do these holes but there are several posts on the forum showing how...

I have recently read of several members putting on the vent kits without cutting the body panels...I don't think this method would be of much help...

I didn't cut the panels on my 15 RTS. Just removed the deflectors and grill. and drilled holes and mounted vents. The kit has you remove the acoustic panels also and gives you 2 brackets for support. My seat and glove box were very cool. Night and day difference.

 

[Bangorbob]

I have a 2016 RT with side wind deflectors that deflect the wind around the vents. Q1: Are these stock? Q2: What is their purpose? Q3: What is the part number for the kit? Q4: Would taking off the under frame panels help with cooling?

Enough questions for the day.

Thanks, Bob