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Anyone removed the Rear Trunk on 2020 RTL & replaced with panel? Miss the storage?
- Thread starter Bangorbob
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Peteoz
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That’s such an “individual circumstances” thing, Bob. I ride with the panel unless I’m heading off on a multi day trip. It is only 5 minutes to remove the panel and pop the trunk back on. :thumbup:
Pete
FrogmanDave
Active member
Yes and I did miss the space so I just leave the trunk on. I only ran the panel one time when I first got my Spyder. Plus I have installed the factory passenger arm rests and the Spyder looks very strange with arm rests and no trunk.
K80Shooter
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I thought that I would like the panel but have found that I really like the looks better with the trunk installed.
Like Pete said, it literally only takes 5 minutes to change. If you prefer that look, then go for it.
Like Pete said, it literally only takes 5 minutes to change. If you prefer that look, then go for it.
Peteoz
Well-known member
Yeah, that’s why it is so hard to “recommend” anything, K80. I much prefer the “trunkless” look, and you much prefer the “trunked” look. It’s all in the eye of the beholder
Pete
Yabbadabbadoo
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As they say "Beauty is in the eye of the beer-holder"
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Bangorbob
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Thanks for the responses. I was trying to get a feel of other peoples personal likes and dislikes. I would probably use the panel cus I don't do any long riding. Sciatica is getting the best of me. I would miss the storage if I did trips. Again, I appreciate your input(s).
Copperman
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I bought my 2020 RT Limited in early 2020. It took me a month or two to find a chalk rear panel. I ordered it and when it arrived, I took off my top box and put it up on a shelf in my garage. It hasn't seen the light of day since. To be fair, my wife rides her own Spyder and I pull an RT622 trailer.
Peteoz
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It’s only 5 minutes if you change your mind, Bob. I have popped the trunk on a couple of times when it’s hot and we are two up, as you can leave helmets and jackets in the RT. My jacket is a very large bit of gear, as you can imagine:thumbup:
Pete
BamaJohn
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@BangorBob: I understand your question to see what others feel about the trunk on/off, and it's always interesting to see how our fellow riders approach our sport. On my 2020 RT, I've had the trunk on/off several times and like the look and lost weight of the trunk when off. But I always put it back on because I carry important (to me) stuff in there, like extra gloves; tire repair kit with micro air compressor; windshield/face shield cleaner; a lightweight travel cover; a few hand tools; duct tape; zip ties; etc. (anal? Yes!)
Laugh with me as I share a use for duct tape while riding: 2 years ago, while in Mt Airy North Carolina on a 32 degree F morning, I zipped up my Aerostitch pants in the restroom and the zipper came apart from the waist to the floor! I held the pieces together enough to get out to the trike and taped around my pants at 3 places and finished the day's ride. Duct tape rocks! :thumbup:
Laugh with me as I share a use for duct tape while riding: 2 years ago, while in Mt Airy North Carolina on a 32 degree F morning, I zipped up my Aerostitch pants in the restroom and the zipper came apart from the waist to the floor! I held the pieces together enough to get out to the trike and taped around my pants at 3 places and finished the day's ride. Duct tape rocks! :thumbup:
Bangorbob
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John, I get the duct tape thing. Some of us went camping in Washington state and a couple of us road our MC's. 80's when we left. 38 degrees and raining when we were going to start for home. No rain gear. Only 1 other couple in the campgrounds. They were kind enough to give us some large garbage bags and Duct Tape. Instant rain gear. I always carry the tape when I go on extended trips. Thanks for the input.
Bangorbob
Active member
Sir, do you have a pic of your bike with the panel on? I ask because my trunk top is black. I don't particularly like black out here in the desert but don't know if the white panel would be too much white. Thanks.
Copperman
Active member
I keep a bag strapped on my passenger seat. I like the look because it balances out my Spyder.
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Bangorbob
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Thanks to you and GS1. The bag does make a difference. Nice looking rides.
FrogmanDave
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One thing to consider when you remove the trunk... you lose the third brake light. I like having as much visibility as possible. Front and back.
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Peteoz
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Yes, that was one of my serious considerations that I forgot to mention, Dave. Mind you, we don’t get the trunk brake light out here (very odd decision by the transport authorities, as it is right in the line of sight of following cars:dontknow: ). I actually ordered one and put it in. I’m now looking to find something that will sit higher on the cover.
Pete
Quickdraw
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:agree:
I never remove my top case for this reason. The more lights for people to see you, the better. I added the slingmod afterburner lights but I still like the extra light from the top case. Plus, it's eye level for drivers behind me so it's more noticeable. My take is, the bigger the footprint, the hope is the better chance that they'll see you.
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