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    Totally agree with everything you said especially the OEM parts. Oil changes too expenses as well as 12000 miles service on bike if you did not purchase the maintenance plan.

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    Yes, there is room for improvement on the Ryker, but a number of disparaging remarks within this thread are unwarranted.

    I have cruised at steady speeds of 80 mph, comfortably.

    Traveled over 1100 miles in less than a week.

    Exceeded 100 mph several times.

    After replacing the stock shocks with 400 mm full length spring shocks, it does quite well doing three-wheel drifts around traffic circles without the rear end fish-tailing and handled very rough roads quite well.

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...00-mile-review

    Suggesting that a Ryker rider might want to "upgrade", is like asking a Sportster rider if he wants to "upgrade" to a Road King (I have ridden my son-in-laws).

    Or if a Miata driver wants to upgrade to a Buick (no offense to anyone with a Buick, as I have previously owned one...and it served well for a bi-weekly 600-mile commute).

    I have no criticism of Honda Gold Wings, but my preference was my 2014 (out of the crate in 2017) Honda CB 1100...which I would not have sold after 12,000 miles in 10 months had an eye issue not developed...which thankfully self-corrected.

    After being on a motorcycle since 1963, yes, I found it took some getting used to... about 300 miles in one week doubled my comfort level. After 1,000 miles in the first month, I learned that leaning to the inside of the turn was not necessary... just press my knee into the tank area on the inside of the turn for 45 mph turns at 60 mph.

    This was my third purchase from a Can-Am / Yamaha dealership. The deal was done over the phone with the owner and I took a 10 mile test ride before purchasing. I was aware of the RPMs and noise level before the purchase. I was also aware of the 12,000 mile CVT belt change interval.

    The concerns and negatives in my 6,000 mi review absolutely do not lessen the fun factor of the Ryker...especially on mountain roads!
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    I can second what SportsterDoc says.
    I've made quite a few trips cruising at 80-90 MPH most of the time for up to 3 hours. Very comfy and stable. Please note that I run stock Rally suspension, Stock sway bar, and stock Kenda tires. With some upgrades Im sure it can get even more planted, but I really have no complaints on the handling at high speeds or twisty roads.
    The only time the bike wanders a bit is when the road is bad and have deep detents/tracks. Over time I've gotten used to it, and simply position the rear tire in the deep track, and it isnt a problem

    I have never quite understood the complaints about noise, at lower speeds the Rotax 900 does have a nice engine sound, and at high speeds the wind noise is 99% of what you hear anyways. But sure, expectations can differ, My only experience is a Yamaha XT600 with a slipon system, and that was LOUD! So from my perspective the Ryker is allmost too quiet.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SportsterDoc View Post
    The concerns and negatives in my 6,000 mi review absolutely do not lessen the fun factor of the Ryker...especially on mountain roads!
    Very much agreed. My wife’s 900 has GREATLY improved her enjoyment of riding. Her previous machine, VStar 650, caused her some anxiety in slow speed manoeuvre, starting and stopping. After her 650 took a few unintentional naps she almost stopped riding at all. I bought a 20 RTL bc my knees didn’t like holding up my 850lb Venture. After she drove the RTL she said “I want the smaller one”, so we bought her the Ryker.

    She’s gone from max 20x30 km rides on the 650 to our first 1200km weekend tour on the Ryker, with discussion of a future 9000km cross-Canada and return trip.

    Her only negatives about the Ryker were the lack of parking brake lock (should in my opinion) be a standard feature, which I’m having added in the spring when I get it serviced, and she missed the floorboards her 650 had. (purchase from lamonster fixed that lack) She loves the “twist and go” CVT.

    To each their own. When we go touring my RTL can carry all the junk she wants to bring, with a little room left for my stuff. The combo suits us well.

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    top bag makes a good backrest. Will swap on the rear seat if she ever wants to 2up
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    maybe just a misunderstanding if a Spyder-Ryder asks - "whats wrong with a Ryker" ..

    we used since 2008 a GS & an RT for more than 40.000 miles - now we have more time (retired) and plan longer tours & wanted something faster/better handling/durable/easier to repair ..

    16.000 miles now - most 2up - not one real problem ! best three-wheeler they ever built ..would not change back ..

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    would someone take a Spyder for roads like these ??
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    Quote Originally Posted by chris56 View Post
    ...easier to repair...
    Spark plug change was NOT difficult

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...ng-spark-plugs

    Components/sensors mostly straightforward

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...r-amp-location

    Servicing NOT complicated

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...tenance-photos
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    Really enjoying my 2020 rally. I think BRP should have installed the key lock.
    My rally also seems to have a rare case of really stubborn water spots on the ruby black panels. Don’t think it’s any kind of defect or something BRP missed but it’s there none the less. I’ll be calling the dealer and asking for a replacement this week.
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    Quote Originally Posted by chris56 View Post
    maybe just a misunderstanding if a Spyder-Ryder asks - "whats wrong with a Ryker" ..

    we used since 2008 a GS & an RT for more than 40.000 miles - now we have more time (retired) and plan longer tours & wanted something faster/better handling/durable/easier to repair ..

    16.000 miles now - most 2up - not one real problem ! best three-wheeler they ever built ..would not change back ..

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    would someone take a Spyder for roads like these ??
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6ZFTlNZPk4&t=13s
    went from a 2016 F3-T to a 2019 Ryker 900 ace would not go back.

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    My Ryker 900 ACE was the first three wheeled vehicle I ever rode. Never rode 2 wheeled vehicles. Took it for a little 30 minute test ride around the dealership neighborhood. Went back the next day and brought it. Rode it 60 miles home on the internet at 70+ mph, no worries. I've ridden it all over eastern Washington, northern Idaho and western Montana. Been loving it ever since.
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    I guess you rode the virtual Ryker on the internet.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jvclarke View Post
    I guess you rode the virtual Ryker on the internet.
    I've ridden the Internet a bit too much in my life. I think I need to take a break

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    There is nothing wrong with my Ryker.

    I knew what it was before I bought it.

    Bottom Line: I like riding it. Everytime.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ixxion View Post
    There is nothing wrong with my Ryker.

    I knew what it was before I bought it.

    Bottom Line: I like riding it. Everytime.
    Same here. I knew exactly what I was getting before I purchased it, no surprises when riding it home from the dealership, just all smiles and a fun ride home. I did add some upgrades for performance & comfort, and some accessories for convenience. But I've always done that with just about every bike that I've ever owned. The only issue that I've had with it is the very inaccurate fuel gauge, that still pisses me off. Apparently everyone has that issue with this machine.
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