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    MY '21/'22 Production Ryker Fuel pump recall; + some '19-'24 replacements!

    Hello Dick B, I do not believe the number that is stamped into the white plastic on top of your fuel pump/fuel level unit is the part number. The "BRP P/N --- --- ---" is the nine digit number listed on the top of the attached white paper stick on info tag that includes a UPC bar code. I checked...
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    What to do with catalytic converter? Sell it, or keep it?

    I was told by a Spyder Tech. that those are not actual catalytic converters but just a "pre-muffler". I saw a photo of one that was cut opened and there were just tubes inside. No cat converter material. They are relatively heavy as are stock mufflers. I don't remember where I saw the cut...
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    HowTo: Painted radiator/grill stone guard for my Ryker!

    Thanks for the compliment, however I just like to share my projects and if I can help someone else do theirs then that is a bonus. I previously made my living doing custom paint ( mostly motorcycles ), airbrushed murals and graphics, truck lettering, signs, freehand pin striping as well as some...
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    HowTo: Painted radiator/grill stone guard for my Ryker!

    Since the radiator is very vulnerable to stones and debris on the Rykers I decided to fabricate a stone guard from 1/2" expanded steel diamond pattern mesh purchased at Ace Hardware. I made a grill recess tracing, cut the paper to a closer fit and then transferred to the pattern to cardboard...
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    Anyone have grill guards for their Ryker?

    Check out a company called Zarate Steel Works in San Antonio, TX ( see - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8D88aF3FuqE ) as they seem to have a lot of Ryker grill stone guards, etc.. I made my own but I have machines and a TIG welder so I can fabricate anything for myself ( see photos in Ryker...
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    HowTo: Loosen and tighten your nuts ( Ryker wheel nut socket )

    I am very familiar with Baja Ron, but could not remember where or who wrote the comment on the Ryker wheel nut sockets. Lot's of stuff on Spyder Lovers. My excuse is old age - lol ! I checked prices on several websites for the 65 mm socket but $64.99 for FOUR sockets beats them all for just...
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    Where can I get Switched Power for Frunk LED Strip on '20 F3-T?

    When I hooked up my LED frunk light strip the accessory lead was under the rear of the frunk liner as the others have said. I think mine was tucked down in so make sure you look real close because you may not be able to see the end if tucked down behind other wires. I believe I watched...
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    HowTo: Loosen and tighten your nuts ( Ryker wheel nut socket )

    Just an FYI here Folks. A 65 mm socket is recommended for the Ryker axle nuts. A Spyder Lover member ( was told since that it was Baja Ron who is a reliable source ) posted that a 2 1/2" socket actually fit better ( I confirmed this with my new socket in 2 1/2" SAE ) but I cannot find that...
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    Well, this weather sucks!

    Oh, how wonderful the benefits of living in the NE - NOT !!!! I have taken a few rides on the F3 T and trying to put some "break in miles" on my wife's Ryker UNTIL today. I live in upstate NY ( Catskill Mountains ) and we got lucky as usual in our valley with only 4" - 5" of wet heavy snow and...
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    What was your out the door price

    We recently bought my wife a new 2021 left over "in the crate" Ryker 900 ACE ( on March 11, 2022 ). No options ( doing my own ) and came to $10,500 with 2 yr. warrantee. No charge for assembly/setup. This price included a $475 charge for "freight/other", which will also vary due to location...
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    Dealer Gouging on 2022 Ryker models

    Howdy Folks, I suggest viewing this You Tube video by "CoachBob3" concerning the availability of BRP products. Quite informative and may answer a lot of your questions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kK358nk1SLo
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    Owner fabricated parts/farkles for 2021 Ryker 900 ACE, and ROX handlebar risers

    Thanks for the compliment. I really like that grille insert you have. Hard to leave these machines stock since there is so much that can be done. Keep on truckin' !!!!! Dennis
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    Owner fabricated parts and farkles for my 2016 F3 T

    Do you own ALL the bikes listed at this time ? Really nice assortment for sure. I have owned 55 motorcycles, a 2013 Spyder RS, currently a 2016 F3 T, and recently a 2021 Ryker 900 ACE for my wife. This has been over the span of 65 riding years though as I started at 10 yrs. old. My brother...
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    Owner fabricated parts and farkles for my 2016 F3 T

    Hello Mike, I had typed an entire explanation of how I made my muffler and lost it - lol ! You have farkled your RT a lot more than I have my machines. Customizing seems to not have an end if one keeps a machine long enough - lol ! My muffler body is 16 3/4" long and was made from a 1/8" wall...
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    Owner fabricated parts and farkles for my 2016 F3 T

    Thank you. Sometimes it takes a love of something to expose hidden talents !
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