2013 battery access pic

[Lamonster]

This will be nice.

 

[CyncySpyder]

WoW ...... If only that was retro-fittable

:bowdown: :yes: :2thumbs: :yes: :bowdown:​

 

[Blue Star]

This will be nice.

From the picture it looks like we loose storage space in the frunk. If this is so, then I think the old spot was better. I only had to get to my battery two times in the 2 years I've had my RS, but use my frunk every-time I ryde.

 

[Lamonster]

From the picture it looks like we loose storage space in the frunk. If this is so, then I think the old spot was better. I only had to get to my battery two times in the 2 years I've had my RS, but use my frunk every-time I ryde.

44 liters just like the current RT and RS.

 

[billybovine]

From the picture it looks like we loose storage space in the frunk. If this is so, then I think the old spot was better. I only had to get to my battery two times in the 2 years I've had my RS, but use my frunk every-time I ryde.

I have to agree. Will the trunk still fit my rain suit, riding jacket, jacket liner and helmet when I stop along the way. It's a tight fit in my GS.

 

[billybovine]

44 liters just like the current RT and RS.

Nice to know it's the same sme size.

 

[Blue Star]

44 liters just like the current RT and RS.

Nice to know it's the same sme size.

:agree: I know there are times I wish I had more room.

 

[harrypottar]

:agree: I know there are times I wish I had more room.

sounds like you need a RT-622 :thumbup:

harry

 

[Blue Star]

sounds like you need a RT-622 :thumbup:

harry

:agree:

 

[flamingobabe]

I like the battery up front....was a pain to get to before.....thanks BRP

 

[IWN2RYD]

Thank you for this Lamont... :thumbup:


As for the size being the same... They might have simply "Fine tuned" the space vs. the old way of not necessarily needing to. Truth is in the pudding. We have all seen the "Gallon" of milk or fuel containers keep the same volume, yet the shapes can vary greatly...

If my helmet, and winter coat no longer fits because of the "Shape", well that would keep me from buying one. It is a lot like the left side on the RT's... Cannot place any of our full faced helmets in there for the life of us... One goes up front, one goes in the right side compartment... If I lose the frunk.. Game over...

That said, I would find it really hard to believe that BRP is not very aware of this fact without compensating one way or another... That would be a marketing nightmare...

 

[Lamonster]

The reason your helmet wouldn't fit in the left bag is because the battery was there. My guess is that won't be a problem for 2013 and I highly doubt that you can no longer get a helmet in the front trunk. I got two in there before.

Thank you for this Lamont... :thumbup:


As for the size being the same... They might have simply "Fine tuned" the space vs. the old way of not necessarily needing to. Truth is in the pudding. We have all seen the "Gallon" of milk or fuel containers keep the same volume, yet the shapes can vary greatly...

If my helmet, and winter coat no longer fits because of the "Shape", well that would keep me from buying one. It is a lot like the left side on the RT's... Cannot place any of our full faced helmets in there for the life of us... One goes up front, one goes in the right side compartment... If I lose the frunk.. Game over...

That said, I would find it really hard to believe that BRP is not very aware of this fact without compensating one way or another... That would be a marketing nightmare...

 

[Ken Thomas]

trunk

Always great info. Thanks.

 

[Bob Denman]

:gaah: You're really trying to get me killed. All of these great reasons to dump my old, hard to service, ill-handling 2010 model... :shocked:

 

[IWN2RYD]

The reason your helmet wouldn't fit in the left bag is because the battery was there. My guess is that won't be a problem for 2013 and I highly doubt that you can no longer get a helmet in the front trunk. I got two in there before.

I understand. It is just me, a consumer with thoughts. And how it works for us. One helmet, one winter coat. I can fit most helmets by the pair all day up there. However that is NOT how we use our bike. Not all Full Face Helmets fit two in the frunk, ours being one of them (We tried many times). Not to mention voice box issues are to blame for most of our challenge.

And this does not change my input on how other space usages can change shape and keep the same "Volume".

I also suggested that I doubt we will have any issues. See my last sentence in my post you quoted.

It will be very exciting to see a pic on the left side showing the space gained from the battery being moved!!!

My offer of thought was about my thoughts. And until we can touch and feel them live and in person, my thoughts will remain optimistic with a hint of caution/reserve.

 

[MidLifeCrisis]

:gaah: You're really trying to get me killed. All of these great reasons to dump my old, hard to service, ill-handling 2010 model... :shocked:

So, is the new 2013 tupperwear easier to pull off?

Handling is also hugely improved, if the rider rides more and posts less. combine that with surpassing 4k RPMs and the Spyder hugs the corners. Yup. even the 2010s.

Sorry Bob. couldn't resist

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[MidLifeCrisis]

Bob, please refer to posts #10 & 14.

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=442359

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[Bob Denman]

Handling is also hugely improved, if the rider rides more and posts less.
Sorry Bob. couldn't resist

I normally visit this site during the workday... pps:

Although; now that the bike is at the shop... WOO-HOO!hyea::yes:hyea:

 

[serf]

With the price gouging going on at some dealers anything that makes it easier on us is a huge plus.

 

[NancysToy]

Good news and bad. Easier to get to to check the terminals or directly jump or charge the battery. Harder to add wiring, since the trunk is more diffiicult to remove than the side panels. JMHO