Live Wire near edge of Petrol Tank

[eddieshep999]

I stripped down my Spyder RT -S 2010 to connect into the front speakers and run a lead to the back
I stripped down both sides as I wanted to clean those areas normally hidden by the panels – Its amazing how much Dirt/Dust you will find


When checking the fuel cap side I noticed a main Live feed running from the Battery towards the front –
I also noticed although it is Zip tied it looks like it could rub against the edge of the fuel tank – Although it is in some binding its not very thick and my concern were it could
wear and cause a short or even a fire ?


I know there has been some issues ref Spyder Fires and I am sure BRP are aware ref the routing of this Live feed
Just to be sure I have covered over the original binding with some Automotive conduit including double thickness where the Live goes near the Fuel tank edge


I also use coloured Zip ties to identify any new wiring I have added - e.g Red Zip ties to at least remind me there is a Live Cable inside


I have taken some Photos of before and after Just to highlight my findings


Hope some others find this information useful


Edde Sheppard
Readng UK

 

[NancysToy]

In addition to the tough sheath, the edge covering shown in your first photo is there to prevent this.

 

[NancysToy]

Nancy's Spyder had the cable routed differently. It crossed the tank in multiple places, and ran tight against the seam. I adjusted it and moved it away from the seam (at the protector). It has not hit since. I'm sure this could have been a possible cause of a conflagration, but none were attributed to this. Both my RTs were routed as shown, with the stiff cable about 1/2" from the protector. Neither has shown signs of ever touching, much less being rubbed raw. If there is a concern, some split loom would provide more protection.

 

[NancysToy]

I'm happy yours show no sign of wear, but mine and apparently Mr.Sheppard's did.

We very well might have the only two that even remotely show any wear but I do think that owners should inspect this or have their dealer do the same.

Not a bad idea. Like I said, some split loom might help you sleep nights.

 

[redfox]

Will be checking this for sure. Some friends and I are having a tupperwear removal party soon to get aquainted with our new machines and check on various mechicanical and electrical connections, etc. This will be high on the list.

Thanks for the info.