Rear Air Suspension for RT

[sjcpanther]

I ride 2 up most of the time, and notice after a few weeks that the rear air suspension goes down. I have to go by the gas station to fill up the air to my level that I like it. I also have to add 1-2 psi of air to the tires every month or so. I guess this is just due to the extra weight on the bike at all times.

Anyway, I am looking to get my own air compressor for the house, so I can avoid the trips to the gas station. I know that a 1/3 HP compressor is not big enough to add air to this suspension. I like to keep 70 psi on there for maximum comfort.

What size air compressor will it take to fill up that suspsension? Anyone have one that works well for this?

 

[RBS66]

I have a 2013 RT that had a slight leak in the airbag airbag need to be replaced. Now all is good I use a small Porter cable pancake compressor to change my air ride suspension. It works just fine it's to type you see in Home Depot for shooting finish nails

 

[Frank G]

Air Compressor

Go to Harber Freight Tools, (your friendly chineese tool store):yikes: Ask for one that delivers at least 90 psi. over 100 would be better. make sure it has a hose and air chuck. The package should cost under $100.00 with cupons. Look for there weekly ad's & join the club.

 

[sjcpanther]

I've actually been looking at the Porter Cable pancake compressor. 6 gallon tank. 1.4 HP (I think). 125 psi. Wasn't sure if this would be big enough or not.

I will ill ask my tech why it seems to leak out.

 

[NancysToy]

Air pressure changes over that time frame are probably normal. If the pressure changes significantly from day to day, or overnight, there could be a problem. Note that the small volume of the air suspension system causes a pound or two loss every time you use a gauge on the valve. BTW, buy a valve core tool for a couple of bucks and check that the valve cores are tight...or check them with a dab of spit on your finger.

Any compressor should work, the small ones just take longer. Check the type of air chuck. Those that clamp on or slip over tend to leak down several pounds in the removal process. The old-fashined "Gas staion" type of metal chuck works best, IMO. The ACS capacity is 100 pounds, but if you normall run no more than 70 psi, the lighter compressor should suffice.

 

[sjcpanther]

Thanks, Scotty!

 

[flybuddy]

You can also add onboard air like they have in RVs.

http://www.spydertalk.com/forums/topic/14621-adding-on-board-air-compressor/

 

[redflasher]

MY 2012 rt leaks down overnight. Dealer says they've never heard of that happening. Been too nice to tie up the Spyder for days at a time. I've just been airing it up each time before I ride. I have a $99 compressor from craftsman that works just fine.

 

[NancysToy]

MY 2012 rt leaks down overnight. Dealer says they've never heard of that happening. Been too nice to tie up the Spyder for days at a time. I've just been airing it up each time before I ride. I have a $99 compressor from craftsman that works just fine.

Whether the dealer has heard of it or not (it is really fairly common) it is his responsibility to address it. The first place ot look for a leak is at the Scrader valve under the seat. A loose or defective valve core is a frequent culprit. If the valve core is OK, the air piping, air bag, or occasionally the air release solenoid (on an automatic ACS system) are suspect. It just takes good old-fashioned troubleshooting to track it down. Any tech who thinks this will show up on diagnostics is sadly mistaken. There is no substitute for being a real mechanic sometimes.

 

[RBS66]

Whether the dealer has heard of it or not (it is really fairly common) it is his responsibility to address it. The first place ot look for a leak is at the Scrader valve under the seat. A loose or defective valve core is a frequent culprit. If the valve core is OK, the air piping, air bag, or occasionally the air release solenoid (on an automatic ACS system) are suspect. It just takes good old-fashioned troubleshooting to track it down. Any tech who thinks this will show up on diagnostics is sadly mistaken. There is no substitute for being a real mechanic sometimes.

Yes mine they had to disassemble and put in water to see where the leaks were. airbag had a very small pinhole in it