RYKER MPG

[KID Ryker]

Anyone know what the gas mileage might be on the Ryker. Has the dealer put up any numbers.

[Rob Rodriguez]

In another post Cruzer Joe said 40mpg. I seem to remember watching a video and they calculated the mileage to be about 35mpg. So, I'd guess in the 35-40mpg range for the 900

[ARtraveler]

With the engine size and weight of the Ryker, I think 40 is realistic. It's is going to take some field testing once the machines get out and about.

I am guessing lower mileage is going to prevail--due to the "fun" factor--and the tendency to have that throttle busy most of the time.

Time will tell. :yes:

[Bob Denman]

Let's wait until there are some Ryker owners posting about what their fuel mileage is...
The Dealers will say ANYTHIMG: in order to get you to sign on the dotted line. nojoke

[Cobwebs]

Let's wait until there are some Ryker owners posting about what their fuel mileage is...
The Dealers will say ANYTHIMG: in order to get you to sign on the dotted line. nojoke

Mine has already given me the speech about not believing anything you read on the internet bla bla bla:lecturef_smilie:…………...didn't have the heart to tell him I found his website there:banghead:.

In theory you would think a cvt would give higher mileage by it's very design and operation but yeah unknown variables need a run first.

[Sarge707]

Gotta remember- Even though the 900 is about 2/3ds of the 1330 it Revs a lot higher to keep the same speed - probably 1,000-1,500 rpms higher for each speed?

[Bob Denman]

We're also not too sure about how aerodynamics will play into the equation... :dontknow:

:D But nobody ever lies on the Internet! :roflblack:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bufTna0WArc

[Culpjp]

I'm sure it will be no different than any other Spyder. It will depend on how you ride. I get better mileage on my GS riding for a long cruise on the highway, versus what I get riding back and forth to work. I don't really worry about what MPG I get, just put gas in it when the light comes on. I'm sure once they start appearing on the road, there will be many posts about what MPG's everyone gets, and who gets more or less. LOL

[jcthorne]

Some Spyders just get better mileage than others. My wife is a much more disciplined rider than I, yet I consistently get 2 or more mpg than her. When we travel together on longer trips, filling up together, she always needs about a half gallon more gas than I do to fill.

That said, milage varies between 30 and 45. The Ryker will be in the same range. Milage will not be a decision point for purchase.

[old Timer]

100% agree.

[Markubis]

Mileage won't be a decision maker for me, but if it gets excellent gas mileage it will just be more icing on the cake...and I have a sweet tooth!

[Grandpaspeed]

Anyone that has already been blessed with having a Ryker had the opportunity to check the fuel mileage?

[KID Ryker]

Anyone that has already been blessed with having a Ryker had the opportunity to check the fuel mileage? 800 miles on the 900ace 30 mpg

[RykerUSA]

Was that all uphill???

[BajaRon]

Most people get wildly varying mileage numbers out of their Spyder. Some will then quote to you the highest reading they got as though it is what they always get. There are so many variables that a person has to be pretty diligent to get a reliable figure. The biggest variable is created by the small fuel tank. And it can be difficult to fill to the same point each time. Add to this that most get fuel long before they are on empty and you have a good deal of potential for an incorrect reading.

I do not seem to be getting great mileage out of my Rally. But it is way too soon to tell.

[KID Ryker]

Most people get wildly varying mileage numbers out of their Spyder. Some will then quote to you the highest reading they got as though it is what they always get. There are so many variables that a person has to be pretty diligent to get a reliable figure. The biggest variable is created by the small fuel tank. And it can be difficult to fill to the same point each time. Add to this that most get fuel long before they are on empty and you have a good deal of potential for an incorrect reading.

I do not seem to be getting great mileage out of my Rally. But it is way too soon to tell. My mileage is off of gallons put in tank and miles ridden, I do not look at gas gauge. I always fill to top. Small tank or large tank full is full.

[KID Ryker]

Was that all uphill??? Houston Texas not many Hill. This is not school zone ridding. I can't ride 55 :2thumbs:

[Sarge707]

The Ryker is 0nly a 900 and Most have said turns around 5500 rpm at 60 mph while my F3 is about 3700? at 60 so the Higher Rpms are compensating quite a bit for the smaller motor. I can't see how its going to handle better than my F3 which I will ride Saturday and New Years Day as its near 50 both days!!! Ye Ha

[Grandpaspeed]

Sounds like the Ryker will be getting about the same as the 990 Spyders. I know that some of you fuel mileage doesn't matter but to others like me it does matter. I understand that it depends on so many different things however we are able to get an idea of what it's getting. As gvcntx is thinking around 30 and BajaRon doesn't seem to think it's real good tells me a lot especially with BajaRon said as he is riding his in eco mode. I have been having a hard time deciding to purchase a Ryker or F3. I can not get my mind rapped around only getting 30. Yes it's a mind set and I'm not getting over it. If anyone wants to tell me what they think I'm very open to suggestions between the F3 and Ryker

[UtahPete]

Anyone know what the gas mileage might be on the Ryker. Has the dealer put up any numbers.

Do you mean the manufacturer? Dealers don't usually perform independent testing.

[KID Ryker]

Sounds like the Ryker will be getting about the same as the 990 Spyders. I know that some of you fuel mileage doesn't matter but to others like me it does matter. I understand that it depends on so many different things however we are able to get an idea of what it's getting. As gvcntx is thinking around 30 and BajaRon doesn't seem to think it's real good tells me a lot especially with BajaRon said as he is riding his in eco mode. I have been having a hard time deciding to purchase a Ryker or F3. I can not get my mode rapped around only getting 30. Yes it's a mind set and I'm not getting over it. If anyone wants to tell me what they think I'm very open to suggestions between the F3 and Ryker If gas mileage matters F3 is the highest. On the Ryker out of 6 fill ups: 29.6-28.3-28.3-30.2-29.2-29.2 as you can see I not just guessing. I think it's the high RPMs.

[BajaRon]

The Ryker is new and everyone who owns one is just getting them broken in. The Ryker is pretty light with just a 900 cc motor. Theoretically it should get better mileage. But it's just too early to tell. The Ryker is so much fun it's hard to stay off of the throttle. Plus it really needs to get speed changes to break it in right. None of which lends itself to good mileage.

Once things settle down and someone takes a good highway trip we will get better numbers.

[Grandpaspeed]

Thank you two Ryker owners for your feed back and I do understand what each of you are saying. I'm sure the Ryker is absolutely fun which is something I would enjoy and I'm sure the F3T would also be fun just not as hot rod fun as the Ryker. Unfortunately for me I can only afford one of them and I need it to accomplish the fun factor along with trips as I live in the country and I will travel occasionally. Our local dealer has a Ryker 900 and a F3T I'm going to be test riding back to back tomorrow. Which should help me make my decision. The cost difference between the Ryker Rally and F3T would give me a lot of gas money if I got the Ryker Rally and we do have a lot of dirt roads in Idaho.

[tibadoe]

If gas mileage matters F3 is the highest. On the Ryker out of 6 fill ups: 29.6-28.3-28.3-30.2-29.2-29.2 as you can see I not just guessing. I think it's the high RPMs.

Thanks for relaying your MPG info. Also agree the high RPM's will keep it in the ballpark compared to a F3.

[Mikey]

The Ryker is new and everyone who owns one is just getting them broken in. The Ryker is pretty light with just a 900 cc motor. Theoretically it should get better mileage. But it's just too early to tell. The Ryker is so much fun it's hard to stay off of the throttle. Plus it really needs to get speed changes to break it in right. None of which lends itself to good mileage.

Once things settle down and someone takes a good highway trip we will get better numbers.

So, what your telling us Ron, is you haven't been able to stay out of it to tell us the answer to the question!!:clap: Rock on big guy!!!!

[Tslepebull]

Has anyone been successful in contacting BRP to ask the engineers what the design predictions of mileage would be? I tried to contact them though the questions feature on the BRP web site and keep getting an error message. I know that BMW provided those specifications for all of my motorcycles; included in marketing specifications.

[Sarge707]

Thank you two Ryker owners for your feed back and I do understand what each of you are saying. I'm sure the Ryker is absolutely fun which is something I would enjoy and I'm sure the F3T would also be fun just not as hot rod fun as the Ryker. Unfortunately for me I can only afford one of them and I need it to accomplish the fun factor along with trips as I live in the country and I will travel occasionally. Our local dealer has a Ryker 900 and a F3T I'm going to be test riding back to back tomorrow. Which should help me make my decision. The cost difference between the Ryker Rally and F3T would give me a lot of gas money if I got the Ryker Rally and we do have a lot of dirt roads in Idaho.

We would Love to hear your back to back demo reviews of the F3 and Ryker!!!

[Tslepebull]

If gas mileage matters F3 is the highest. On the Ryker out of 6 fill ups: 29.6-28.3-28.3-30.2-29.2-29.2 as you can see I not just guessing. I think it's the high RPMs.


Some of the marketing videos have mentioned a MPG display as one of the mode options for the speedo. I could never tell if it was instantaneous or elapsed mileage with reset. Have you experimented with that yet?

[KID Ryker]

I think it's real time.

[Tslepebull]

I think it's real time.

Cool, thanks.

[KID Ryker]

That is a BMW. In the pic.

[Tslepebull]

That is a BMW. In the pic.
Well, it’s what is left of one. :gaah:

[Grandpaspeed]

We would Love to hear your back to back demo reviews of the F3 and Ryker!!!

It was 36 degrees snow on the ground, the side roads a little damp but interstate was dry. My Spyder experience before today is approximately 30 minutes of riding but I have been riding bikes for over 50 years. I road Ryker and F3 back to back and both were stock and ridden on the same route which was approximately 25 miles included 10 miles of interstate which has a speed limit of 80mph. Ryker was unbelievably fun on the side roads and in town. I loved the steering and twist and go "no shifting". The power was instant and never stopped pulling all the way to 90mph which was the fastest I went. In sport mode you can destroy the rear tire, speaking of tires the Ryker tires are narrower than the F3 "very noticeable" looks wise not ride wise. Can Am hit a home run with the Ryker. Now for the F3, the steering seems to be a little bit edgy comepared to Ryker. The power was very good just not crazy fast as the Ryker. Ride was more plush. I see the Ryker as a sport bike and the F3 a sport tourer. I really loved them both and wish I could afford both of them but can only get one. I live in the country and most of my rides are in the 50 mile range so for me I will be getting a F3. Now I have to decide on the F3S or F3T.

[Sarge707]

It was 36 degrees snow on the ground, the side roads a little damp but interstate was dry. My Spyder experience before today is approximately 30 minutes of riding but I have been riding bikes for over 50 years. I road Ryker and F3 back to back and both were stock and ridden on the same route which was approximately 25 miles included 10 miles of interstate which has a speed limit of 80mph. Ryker was unbelievably fun on the side roads and in town. I loved the steering and twist and go "no shifting". The power was instant and never stopped pulling all the way to 90mph which was the fastest I went. In sport mode you can destroy the rear tire, speaking of tires the Ryker tires are narrower than the F3 "very noticeable" looks wise not ride wise. Can Am hit a home run with the Ryker. Now for the F3, the steering seems to be a little bit edgy comepared to Ryker. The power was very good just not crazy fast as the Ryker. Ride was more plush. I see the Ryker as a sport bike and the F3 a sport tourer. I really loved them both and wish I could afford both of them but can only get one. I live in the country and most of my rides are in the 50 mile range so for me I will be getting a F3. Now I have to decide on the F3S or F3T.
Thanks- I thought you were going to pick the Ryker to Buy by your review but then you switched to the F3. I did 90 miles on the F3 today (45 Degrees and windy) and with the Heated glove liners It was Great. My F3 seat is Just Much More comfortable than the Ryker I sat On and the Cold weather protection is Greater on my F3 than the Ryker BUT I'm still going to buy the Little Ryker as a Little Hot Shot to ride!!~

[Grandpaspeed]

Thanks- I thought you were going to pick the Ryker to Buy by your review but then you switched to the F3. I did 90 miles on the F3 today (45 Degrees and windy) and with the Heated glove liners It was Great. My F3 seat is Just Much More comfortable than the Ryker I sat On and the Cold weather protection is Greater on my F3 than the Ryker BUT I'm still going to buy the Little Ryker as a Little Hot Shot to ride!!~

I had my heart set on the Ryker Rally for several reasons, looks, price, off road capabilities, and as you say it's a Little Hot Shot. But after riding them both the F3 will work better for these reasons, comfort, lower rpm's at 60mph and above, which makes a long ride more pleasurable. Yes the Ryker is fast but the F3 isn't slow by any means. With me only able to purchase one bike I have to go with the F3S or F3T. You will love the Ryker and if you get rid of your F3 I think you will miss it on the days you want to kick back and relax "comfort" but on them days you want to put your drivers license at risk the Ryker will be the master of that.

[Michaelscs]

Grandpaspeed, I appreciate your comparison review of the Ryker & F3. It's good to hear views from all different perspectives & demographics.

I do need to call you out on one part of your review though. I my opinion your speed/acceleration comparison is just not accurate. I have lots of miles on the F3 & F3S Daytona. I've also had the opportunity to ring out the Ryker Rally. The Ryker's quick and it does break the rear tire loose easily, but it just doesn't compare to the F3. You just need to wind out the F3. Shift it past 5000 rpm and you'll feel the true acceleration of the 1330!

Published testing shows the 0-60 time of F3S is 4.8 seconds and MartinTheVlogger tested the Ryker 900 0-60 at 8.6 seconds.

[Grandpaspeed]

[QUOTE=Michaelscs;1410957]Grandpaspeed, I appreciate your comparison review of the Ryker & F3. It's good to hear views from all different perspectives & demographics.

I do need to call you out on one part of your review though. I my opinion your speed/acceleration comparison is just not accurate. I have lots of miles on the F3 & F3S Daytona. I've also had the opportunity to ring out the Ryker Rally. The Ryker's quick and it does break the rear tire loose easily, but it just doesn't compare to the F3. You just need to wind out the F3. Shift it past 5000 rpm and you'll feel the true acceleration of the 1330!

Published testing shows the 0-60 time of F3S is 4.8 seconds and MartinTheVlogger tested the Ryker 900 0-60 at 8.6 seconds.[/QUOTE.

I would not disagree with you as I never took the F3 in the higher rpm range and didn't mean to leave the impression that the Ryker would out run the F3. The Ryker definitely gives you the feel of it being faster. It's like driving a Miata at 60 and a corvette at 60. What do you think of the F3T compared to your F3S? I love the looks of the F3S but I like the idea that I can pull a trailer with the F3T if I ever wanted to.

[Sarge707]

[QUOTE=Michaelscs;1410957]Grandpaspeed, I appreciate your comparison review of the Ryker & F3. It's good to hear views from all different perspectives & demographics.

I do need to call you out on one part of your review though. I my opinion your speed/acceleration comparison is just not accurate. I have lots of miles on the F3 & F3S Daytona. I've also had the opportunity to ring out the Ryker Rally. The Ryker's quick and it does break the rear tire loose easily, but it just doesn't compare to the F3. You just need to wind out the F3. Shift it past 5000 rpm and you'll feel the true acceleration of the 1330!

Published testing shows the 0-60 time of F3S is 4.8 seconds and MartinTheVlogger tested the Ryker 900 0-60 at 8.6 seconds.[/QUOTE.

I would not disagree with you as I never took the F3 in the higher rpm range and didn't mean to leave the impression that the Ryker would out run the F3. The Ryker definitely gives you the feel of it being faster. It's like driving a Miata at 60 and a corvette at 60. What do you think of the F3T compared to your F3S? I love the looks of the F3S but I like the idea that I can pull a trailer with the F3T if I ever wanted to.

Nice to hear the comparisons! Ever since the Ryker came out I seem to be pushing my F3 More to its limits and Its very Fast and powerful. My 2015 is lighter than some later models with the Big sprocket and Moves real nice. I haven't ridden the Ryker yet (Only sat on a 600) and it feels more like a Sea Doo Spark to me - Light weight and cheaper materials with Great acceleration for a Small jet ski. Ever since I sat on it my urgency to get a Ryker in the garage has diminished because the F3 is a Lot better on 35 degree winter Days. I will probably pick it up early March and look forward to having both. I can see in the videos that the feeling of speed is a Lot Greater on the Ryker and Ron commented that he thought he was going 45 when he was only going 35??? It was the same with the SeaDoo Spark as 50 MPH felt just as Fast as 68 MPH on a former Super Charged ski? As far as Top Speed Martin is a Big Husky individual and I expect the Ryker to be more like 5.5 -6 seconds with a average weight person in tests. Someone will post more test -including rider weight in the future. (I Hope?) I'm sure you will like your F3 No matter which one you get. I cancelled All for sale links on mine!

[KID Ryker]

[QUOTE=Grandpaspeed;1410971]

Nice to hear the comparisons! Ever since the Ryker came out I seem to be pushing my F3 More to its limits and Its very Fast and powerful. My 2015 is lighter than some later models with the Big sprocket and Moves real nice. I haven't ridden the Ryker yet (Only sat on a 600) and it feels more like a Sea Doo Spark to me - Light weight and cheaper materials with Great acceleration for a Small jet ski. Ever since I sat on it my urgency to get a Ryker in the garage has diminished because the F3 is a Lot better on 35 degree winter Days. I will probably pick it up early March and look forward to having both. I can see in the videos that the feeling of speed is a Lot Greater on the Ryker and Ron commented that he thought he was going 45 when he was only going 35??? It was the same with the SeaDoo Spark as 50 MPH felt just as Fast as 68 MPH on a former Super Charged ski? As far as Top Speed Martin is a Big Husky individual and I expect the Ryker to be more like 5.5 -6 seconds with a average weight person in tests. Someone will post more test -including rider weight in the future. (I Hope?) I'm sure you will like your F3 No matter which one you get. I cancelled All for sale links on mine!Ryker is a fun bike. But I think you will really miss you F3. I would never get rid of my F3T. :agree:

[Michaelscs]

I would not disagree with you as I never took the F3 in the higher rpm range and didn't mean to leave the impression that the Ryker would out run the F3. The Ryker definitely gives you the feel of it being faster. It's like driving a Miata at 60 and a corvette at 60. What do you think of the F3T compared to your F3S? I love the looks of the F3S but I like the idea that I can pull a trailer with the F3T if I ever wanted to.

I think the F3T should be very similar to my F3S Daytona. They have the same sprocket size, so other than a little extra weight, the acceleration should be very close. I only have about 40 miles on a T, but I thought it felt very similar. The F3L, on the other hand, definitely feels a little lazy compared to my Daytona. It has a smaller rear sprocket. The Limited is still fun though. Ive got about 250 miles on one.

I'm definitely not saying the Ryker 900 is a pooch. It's still quick & a lot of fun! We're considering one for my wife. I think she'll really enjoy the smaller, lighter feel of the Ryker. I know I did! She needs to get her permit and she'll test one in the Spring. I hope she likes it and we can get one, because than I'll get to drive it too :ohyea:

[Tslepebull]

Well, I finally got a response from BRP regarding fuel mileage estimates for the Ryker. My question was what the design goals were for constant speed at 60 and at 75 MPH. Their response was as follows:

Hey Richard,

We are really happy to hear you want to know more about the Ryker.

To answer your inquiry, the Ryker is doing between 5L/100km to 6L/100km (39-47 MPG) depending on 1- up or 2-up, engine size, speed, road inclines, temperatures.

We hope this helps.

If you should have any further questions or comments, do not hesitate to contact us again by replying to this email or by calling us at 1-888-272-9222.

Have a good day,
Stephanie H.
Customer Service Representative

[Triumphcycleman]

Treat it like a math problem. So, if I ride a Ryker 10,000 miles a year at 30mpg and $3 a gallon my cost would be approx $334 per year. If I ride an F3 10,000 miles a year at 40mpg and $3 a gallon I will spend about $250 a year. So, I saved $84 a year on gas. Now if I spend $4000 more for the F3 than the Ryker it will take 47 years at $84 a year to make up the savings. OR it will take approx 470,000 miles to make up the difference..

[Tslepebull]

Treat it like a math problem. So, if I ride a Ryker 10,000 miles a year at 30mpg and $3 a gallon my cost would be approx $334 per year. If I ride an F3 10,000 miles a year at 40mpg and $3 a gallon I will spend about $250 a year. So, I saved $84 a year on gas. Now if I spend $4000 more for the F3 than the Ryker it will take 47 years at $84 a year to make up the savings. OR it will take approx 470,000 miles to make up the difference..

Your math works; I agree about cost and comparison between the Ryker and F3. My interest in MPG is specific to the Ryker is more related to range than cost. There are parts of West Texas where (reliable) fuel is more than 150 miles apart and I don't want to carry extra fuel.

This is just the analyst in me. I have to think everything out before I buy.

[KID Ryker]

Well, I finally got a response from BRP regarding fuel mileage estimates for the Ryker. My question was what the design goals were for constant speed at 60 and at 75 MPH. Their response was as follows:

Hey Richard,

We are really happy to hear you want to know more about the Ryker.

To answer your inquiry, the Ryker is doing between 5L/100km to 6L/100km (39-47 MPG) depending on 1- up or 2-up, engine size, speed, road inclines, temperatures.

We hope this helps.

If you should have any further questions or comments, do not hesitate to contact us again by replying to this email or by calling us at 1-888-272-9222.

Have a good day,
Stephanie H.
Customer Service Representative
I hope this is true. :dontknow: I don't see my mileage going up that much. That would turn this Ryker into the perfect bike. :ohyea:

[Tslepebull]

My back of the envelope calculations using displacement x RPM at 75 (using measured MPG from my last bike) compared to same for the Ryker yields results (+/-) to those provided by BRP. However, your empirical data trumps a model.

[Grandpaspeed]

I hope this is true. :dontknow: I don't see my mileage going up that much. That would turn this Ryker into the perfect bike. :ohyea:


If they are supposed to get in the 40s you must ride yours full throttle to only be getting in the high 20s. I'm glad I don't follow you or should I say, try to keep up with you lol

[KID Ryker]

If they are supposed to get in the 40s you must ride yours full throttle to only be getting in the high 20s. I'm glad I don't follow you or should I say, try to keep up with you lol The RYKER made me do it.:roflblack:

[Winnex3]

If gas mileage is a concern keep it in eco mode

[Grandpaspeed]

The RYKER made me do it.:roflblack:



That's the problem with the Ryker. I have ridden one on two different occasions and can not get over how fun they are, you just can't ride one like a normal person "it won't let you" if you get pulled over for having to much fun your defense should be "the Ryker made me do it" if that doesn't work let the officer take it around the block. Just be prepared for that officer not returning with your new Ryker and you will be stuck with his patrol car, lol

[KID Ryker]

That's the problem with the Ryker. I have ridden one on two different occasions and can not get over how fun they are, you just can't ride one like a normal person "it won't let you" if you get pulled over for having to much fun your defense should be "the Ryker made me do it" if that doesn't work let the officer take it around the block. Just be prepared for that officer not returning with your new Ryker and you will be stuck with his patrol car, lol
That feeling never goes away roflmao

[Tlcalhoun]

What are y'all getting for MPG? I'm getting about 25 MPG.

[Tslepebull]

What are y'all getting for MPG? I'm getting about 25 MPG.

I currently have about 500 miles on my Rally model so it is still breaking in. That being said, I have been recording elapsed distance and fuel added for my last three fill ups. For a 65 mile (putzing around town at low speed) loop I got 42 mpg and was hopeful. Yesterday for a 200 mile cross country run to Shreveport and back at 65-75 I got 29 mpg going, filled up there, and 30 coming back. This was consistent with what the AVG MPG on my display was saying. When I contacted BRP prior to purchase they told me high 30's to mid 40's based on speed, engine size, and load; I think their calculations must have been for 55 MPH not 70-75. Although I had hoped for better, the combination of high operating RPM and poor aerodynamics are just a reality.

[RykerUSA]

Nice morning in Indianapolis. Forecasted is to get to the upper fifties. I'm out from my 1st cruise on the new Tricycle. Will probly burn a tank so I will be able report back by the end of the day regarding miles per gallon. Or, more importantly, the range of this Ryker Rally. Hoping to get 180 per tank. I realize that's probly a pipe dream until broken in and may even be a pipe dream then.

[RykerUSA]

1st tank. light came on at 140 miles. Roughly one gallon left in tank. 34.4 miles per gallon. Fairly even mixture of city, back roads and interstate. That's not too bad for a first tank.

My experience mirrors other reports. Great pick up. Lots of torque. Acceleration from 70 miles an hour to 85 miles an hour is surprisingly strong. No passing issues with this machine. Brakes are OK but nowhere near the Brembo brakes that I had on my past ST limited.


Spent most my time in Eco mode but even, in eco, this machine has incredible pick up. It can definitely throw you back in the seat.

It is certainly a high revving engine. I notice it most at 30 to 40 miles an hour. Really don't notice it at highway speeds at all.

As I said before, my alignment is OK but I will still have it laser aligned to really get it nail down.

That's it for now

[KID Ryker]

:agree: Also my alignment is OK but I will still have it laser aligned. :thumbup: Waiting on jcthorne to get the parts in to do it.

[Tslepebull]

1st tank. light came on at 140 miles. Roughly one gallon left in tank. 34.4 miles per gallon. Fairly even mixture of city, back roads and interstate. That's not too bad for a first tank.

My experience mirrors other reports. Great pick up. Lots of torque. Acceleration from 70 miles an hour to 85 miles an hour is surprisingly strong. No passing issues with this machine. Brakes are OK but nowhere near the Brembo brakes that I had on my past ST limited.


Spent most my time in Eco mode but even, in eco, this machine has incredible pick up. It can definitely throw you back in the seat.

It is certainly a high revving engine. I notice it most at 30 to 40 miles an hour. Really don't notice it at highway speeds at all.

As I said before, my alignment is OK but I will still have it laser aligned to really get it nail down.

That's it for now

Out of curiosity, did you fill up with 87 octane or premium?

[RykerUSA]

The dealer gave me a full tank so I just topped it off with 89 octane to start the day. I'm assuming the dealership put in regular 87 octane.

[Leadfoot]

First tank - 22 mpg
Second - 25.2
Third - 28.1
Etc....
Looks like it tops out at around 30 mpg ridden conservatively. Kind of disappointing, not that I care, this thing is a blast, but it just don’t seem right that my M240i gets better mileage. A CVT definitely costs a bit of efficiency in frictional losses. More than enough to make up for the very efficient ACE engine.

[Tslepebull]

In my post #41 I provided the answer I received from BRP about expected mileage for the Ryker. I recently responded to the same rep and indicated that my actual mileage was only about 30 and not nearly the 39-47 that they predicted the Rykers to be capable of. The question I asked was if I should be concerned about my lower mileage. Below is their response with the rep's name redacted.

Salutations Richard,

My name is XXXXXX and I'm a Customer Service Specialist here at BRP. XXXXXXX asked me to follow up on your case in regards to your inquiry.

With regards to your fuel consumption & whether you should be concerned or not, I would recommend touching base with your dealership due to many variables that can effect fuel consumption like elevation of where you are in Texas as an example. While your unit is a brand new BRP product, if your dealership does not have the information off-hand, they do have access to a dealer dedicated line that enables the dealership to contact BRP's technical department.

Should you have any other questions or comments, feel free to reach us by replying to this email or at 1-888-272-9222.



Once again, thank you for taking the time to contact us at BRP.



I'm not sure where they think elevation is an issue, for the record I am at 550 feet above sea level and riding temperatures have been 45-75. I have been riding normally and in either Eco or regular mode; no sport or rally yet.

[Triumphcycleman]

Look at my post big 1st day. I had 2 fuel runs on it, although my machine still has less than 1000 miles on it

[Tslepebull]

Look at my post big 1st day. I had 2 fuel runs on it, although my machine still has less than 1000 miles on it

Yes exactly, it was your report that got me thinking about this again. Many of us have been reporting mileage around 30 (presumably, 87 Octane fuel). When you filled up with 90 octane non-alcohol your mileage looked more like that BRP had predicted to me. I will be filling up with mid-grade (89) next time to conduct my own test. If the knock sensor is sensitive enough retard timing significantly it might explain the lower mileages reported by myself and others. On the other hand it might be a fueling issue related to the computer; my understanding is that the ACE 900 engine has not passed the California CARB clearance yet. I don't think BRP was blowing smoke when they gave MPG estimates (post 41) but we are not empirically getting the same results they predicted. The owners manual says that 87 Octane is approved but premium is "recommended" maybe it really makes a difference.

I am in no way bashing BRP here; if something as simple as fuel grade makes a significant difference it would be great for all of us to know. I really like my Rally I just want it to reach its full design potential.

[Markubis]

First tank - 22 mpg
Second - 25.2
Third - 28.1
Etc....
Looks like it tops out at around 30 mpg ridden conservatively. Kind of disappointing, not that I care, this thing is a blast, but it just don’t seem right that my M240i gets better mileage. A CVT definitely costs a bit of efficiency in frictional losses. More than enough to make up for the very efficient ACE engine.

Ummm, with a name like "Leadfoot" I have to believe that your conservative driving may be different from other peoples conservative driving. :roflblack:

[jcthorne]

What fuel is stated as required on the emissions plate ON THE BIKE? (not the owners manual)

[Rob Rodriguez]

On the snowmobiles with the 900ACE engines the gas cap states the minimum required fuel is 87 NO ETHANOL. So, if your running 87 E10 then you aren't meeting the minimum requirements. Gasoline with ethanol has to have a minimum 91 octane rating. Where I live you have the choice of 87, 89 and 93 E10. I run the 93 E10.

Not sure its the same for the Ryker but it is the same engine.

[QuasiMotard]

What fuel is stated as required on the emissions plate ON THE BIKE? (not the owners manual)

Good afternoon, jcthorne! I believe that you and I spoke on the phone about a week ago regarding my alignment issues. Here is a photo of my emissions sticker for reference...

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[Leadfoot]

Ummm, with a name like "Leadfoot" I have to believe that your conservative driving may be different from other peoples conservative driving. :roflblack:
Busted :)

One of the things I like about the Ryker is it really does feel like it's going faster than it actually is, same thing goes for acceleration. I'm sure this thing has saved me a speeding ticket already. My Kawi 650 feels boring at 70 on the highway but the Ryker feels totally satisfying at the same speed. But yeah, I doubt anyone can resist gassing it away from every stop or turn and that costs something. Still, it ought to do better than a machine with 6 times the weight and 5 times the HP driven similarly.

Unfortunately the MPG readout on the Ryker is average, not real time. Been too lazy to RTFM, anyone figured out if it can be reset?

[Tslepebull]

Busted :)

One of the things I like about the Ryker is it really does feel like it's going faster than it actually is, same thing goes for acceleration. I'm sure this thing has saved me a speeding ticket already. My Kawi 650 feels boring at 70 on the highway but the Ryker feels totally satisfying at the same speed. But yeah, I doubt anyone can resist gassing it away from every stop or turn and that costs something. Still, it ought to do better than a machine with 6 times the weight and 5 times the HP driven similarly.

Unfortunately the MPG readout on the Ryker is average, not real time. Been too lazy to RTFM, anyone figured out if it can be reset?

You can zero it in settings mode.

[srx660]

Riding around town in eco mode i'm getting 36 mpg. In sport mode and taking some 60-100 mile trips at 55 to 70MPH im getting 31mpg down here in florida.
srx660

[Jmor]

I get 32 mpg on my 900

[jcthorne]

Good afternoon, jcthorne! I believe that you and I spoke on the phone about a week ago regarding my alignment issues. Here is a photo of my emissions sticker for reference...

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Thanks for posting! Seems the Rykers really are designed for use on 87 octane fuel.

[KID Ryker]

Have not used 87 octane fuel yet, next tank will be going see how it works.

[chris56]

here in Austria we have also Need the "Emmissions test" before we get a License plate - called the WLTP Test

my 900 Ryker needed 34,8 mpg - CO2 160g/km - 650 lbs - over 100mls/h top speed ... had to pay 14% extra "green" duty for this

chris