2020+ sticky saddlebag latch fix

[Joel The Biker]

I have seen several posts about 2020+ RT saddlebag lids that are hard to open or wont open. I had the same problem but found the issue and solved it. First, if your saddlebag wont open at all, try this: Pull the latch several times(gently, dont break it) and it should open. If not, then remove the passenger seat and the small panel next to the handgrip to gain access to the latch. Push the latch towards the front of the bike and it will open. I am sure your saddlebag worked fine when you purchased the spyder, right? So your thinking the cable stretched, right? I am willing to bet it didnt. The latches on the new RT seem to be exposed to a lot of road dust and grime. With the saddlebag door open, spray a small amount of your favorite lube into the latch openings(not the area where the access panel was removed) and close the lid and see what happens. I bet it opens like new again. It was the right side lid on my RT. I am curious to hear which lid was sticking on yours.

Hopefully this works for you before you adjust the cable and cause more problems.

 

[K80Shooter]

I will add that you need to find something that dries without leaving a sticky film. This will only attract grit and dust that will over time cause problems. I use a silicone or graphite dry lube.

 

[SpyderGoldwingOwner]

WD 40 IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PLASTIC

Use silicon spray

 

[K80Shooter]

WD 40 IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR PLASTIC

Use silicon spray

Of course use what you wish but check the label, this is not regular WD-40. From the WD-40 website:

WD-40 Specialist® Dry Lube

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WD-40 Specialist® Dry Lube with PTFE is a dry lubricant that keeps your equipment running smoothly with long-lasting corrosion protection that does not attract dirt, dust, or oil. It provides superior lubrication and long-lasting corrosion protection with no oily residue. Best used where cleanliness and maximum performance are required as it dries quick leaving behind a lubricating film that resists dirt, dust and oil buildups. Great for reducing friction and wear on blades and bits, door and window tracks, slides, conveyor belts, rollers, hinges, table saws, lathes, power tools and equipment. Effective in temperatures ranging from -50°F to 500°F.

Provides 5x greater wear protection than the competition for longer-lasting lubrication and reduced application frequency*
Lubricates at least 4x longer than the competition**
Safe to use on wood, paper, fabrics, leather, metal, rubber and most plastics (except clear polycarbonate and polystyrene).
NSF Category H2 (#146856)
* Test Lab: WD-40 Co. Technical Center (Pine Brook, NJ); ASTM D4172; Test date: 12/2020.

**Test Lab: WD-40 Co. Technical Center (Pine Brook, NJ); ASTM D4172– Modified; Test date: 04/2021.