2020 RT Saddlebag Sticking

[Snowhawg]

The left saddlebag on my 2020 RTL will not pop open as it should when I pull the lever. If I put inward pressure on the saddlebag while pulling the lever, it will open. Is there some kind of adjustment I can make to fix this?

 

[ThreeWheels]

Interesting.
I've got the exact same problem with the right saddlebag.

I had a similar problem with the frunk lid and seat, but those were easily adjustable.

Any help from anyone would be appreciated.

 

[woods]

I had same issue and had dealer handle it. Tech said one side was easy other not so much.

 

[sduskin]

And pulling on the latch on my 2020 when the saddlebag stuck is what broke the latch. when the dealer finally gets the parts, I am going to put some silicone dry electronics lube on the rubber seal.

 

[Mikey]

Some times I think it's the seal, that's holding out on the cover just enough to stick the latch, and just a tap with the knee will pop it! Some times it's what you have inside doing the same thing and a knee or small push of the hand will pop it! But I also go around at least every year and give everything a spray of wd40!

 

[Snowhawg]

Some times I think it's the seal, that's holding out on the cover just enough to stick the latch, and just a tap with the knee will pop it! Some times it's what you have inside doing the same thing and a knee or small push of the hand will pop it! But I also go around at least every year and give everything a spray of wd40!

Mine is exactly the same. Pressure with my knee while pulling the lever gets it open. I have used WD40 on it and it helped a bit, but I sure would like it to open like it should. I'd hate to have my underwear in that saddlebag on a trip if I couldn't get it open. I guess if there is no easy fix, I can bring it to the dealer.

 

[will]

I have the 2020 Spyder RT and the left saddlebag will not open so I will try the knee method.

 

[cptjam]

Get a flashlight. Lie down so your head is under the front of the saddlebag. See the cable adjuster. Hold the one end and unscrew the other one full turn. Try the latch. If still sticking, one more turn. The right side is harder to get to, as the muffler is in the way. The cable adjuster has a knurled stopnut. Loosen that, first. After the adjustment, tighten the stopnut. Cables stretch. Pretty easy fix.

 

[Mikey]

Get a flashlight. Lie down so your head is under the front of the saddlebag. See the cable adjuster. Hold the one end and unscrew the other one full turn. Try the latch. If still sticking, one more turn. The right side is harder to get to, as the muffler is in the way. The cable adjuster has a knurled stopnut. Loosen that, first. After the adjustment, tighten the stopnut. Cables stretch. Pretty easy fix.

:2thumbs: Thank You!!!!!

 

[cptjam]

Just did another one. Easy fix. Anybody needs help, call me. I’ll walk you through it. Joe

 

[will]

cptjam,

Worked great, thanks.
Will

 

[cptjam]

I am happy to help. I forget sometimes that everybody is not able to get help locally, and dealers can be hours away. Our friend just pointed this out; what we do regularly is a challenge to some. I’m just happy to help. Joe

 

[AdmiralS]

Just made the adjustment on the right side per Joes instructions and worked like a charm!

Thanks for the great advice!

 

[Snowhawg]

Get a flashlight. Lie down so your head is under the front of the saddlebag. See the cable adjuster. Hold the one end and unscrew the other one full turn. Try the latch. If still sticking, one more turn. The right side is harder to get to, as the muffler is in the way. The cable adjuster has a knurled stopnut. Loosen that, first. After the adjustment, tighten the stopnut. Cables stretch. Pretty easy fix.

Thanks Joe. Worked great.

 

[KX5062]

Get a flashlight. Lie down so your head is under the front of the saddlebag. See the cable adjuster. Hold the one end and unscrew the other one full turn. Try the latch. If still sticking, one more turn. The right side is harder to get to, as the muffler is in the way. The cable adjuster has a knurled stopnut. Loosen that, first. After the adjustment, tighten the stopnut. Cables stretch. Pretty easy fix.

That worked perfectly for me too. Thanks a bunch Joe!

Now if I can get my dealer to fix the misaligned pull handle assembly on the left hand case. I got the new plastic installed by the dealer and it doesn't fit all that well either. They have a call into BRP tech support and they've been radio silent for weeks now.

 

[cptjam]

Bring it to me Friday. I’ll take a look. Ann’s looked horrible, and we finessed it. We are in St. George. Joe

 

[GaryRT]

FYI. On my new 2020 RTL (it was in a crate at the dealer, and that's why it is new) I have had it in to the dealer for several issues, including the main computer going out while I was on a trip to Big Bend National Park which is 350 miles from home in San Antonio. The trunk lid would close and the lock would turn, but it was not locked. The dealer "fixed" so now it locks, but I have to slam it so hard I am afraid of breaking that thin plastic. Also, the side bags would not open. The handles would not pull open. So, it went back to the dealer, and they fixed those. Stayed fixed for a couple of weeks before having the same problem. New cables are on order from Canada. I did your fix (thanks) and it works most of the time, but maybe there is rust in the cable? I did get them to warranty add a damper on the drive belt and that fixed the 4100-4500 vibration. Whew. I thought these maintenance things would go away with a new Spyder...

 

[SpyderGoldwingOwner]

On my wifes new 2020RT the left sticks a bit. A light push to close it harder works. We rarely open it & I have been opening the latch every ride which seems to loosen it up.

I would NOT RECOMMEND WD40 applied to plastic parts as suggested above. Silicon spray is safe

 

[MRH]

Yep, me too - have to do the knee thing. I'll try the fix, thank you.

 

[Tango]

Mine were tough to open also. Finally the right side handle broke off. Brought it to my dealer, "We just broke one doing the prep on a new bike". No problem, we will warranty yours. Oh, "that was the last handle we had". "Seems we had a few recently". They will also adjust the other side for me. Now, I wait with one bag unusable. :thumbup: Tom :spyder: