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Seat brace modification to hold ski


sounddude03

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Hello,

Long time lurker but first post. I just bought a 2014 VTX and I'm a bit disappointed in the ski storage options. I'm unable to store a 67" slalom ski through rear locker, so my only non-tower storage option is under the port side passenger seats. Unfortunately there is a divider/brace under the middle seat that makes ski storag sub-optimal.

I would like to remove this divider and I want to know if there is any structural reason for it? Can I remove it entirely, or do I need to install substitute bracing? If substitute bracing is required, is port side, starboard side (of the compartment), or both with a header to support the seat needed? If both with a header is required I'm picturing something similar to the current divider, but with an opening in the middle to allow skis to pass through.

Thanks for the input!

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Thanks for the input, it's especially good to know this wasn't there on the '11 or '12. I will be pulling it out in the next week or so and I'll provide an update after.

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