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  1. SportsterDoc

    Would you buy a Chinese motorycle?

    Nothing against Chinese people. Took my wife to Chinese for lunch, yesterday. But, particularly as a Vietnam vet, do not want to support Chinese government. No longer buy Metzler or Pirelli tires. No issue with Taiwan. No issue with South Korea. The Korean people, as a whole, have remained...
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    Tom Cruise on how to ride a motorcycle......

    So, he wasted 6 motorcycles?!
  3. SportsterDoc

    Anyone tried Ride On tire sealant on their Ryker?

    As a courtesy to your tire shop, advise what is inside your tire, when it is replaced.
  4. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    For a small puncture, you may want to consider a Dynaplug hole repair unit for $21.99 direct from Dynaplug. http://www.dynaplug.com/carbon.html That and a tire pump.
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    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Before a long trip, a front axle nut socket is recommended. https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?132397-Klutch-40924-2-1-2%94-axle-nut-socket&p=1520856&highlight=northern+tool#post1520856 If a tire is damaged, requiring replacement, AAA is not likely to have a 2 1/2" socket.
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    New Ryker recall posted today for front fender wiring

    The fender wires clip can be seen without any disassembly. To drill a hole for a cable tie, fender removal (easy) is recommended. No need remove wheel
  7. SportsterDoc

    No Sport mode for 2022 Rally

    What is rear tire life using sport mode? On my standard 900, in formal mode, the rear would break loose going WOT under 35 MPH.
  8. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    When using a jack on the rear drive, ensure that the brake line and speed sensor cables are clear https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?132853-MPG-with-iridium-spark-plugs-and-first-oil-change&p=1523820&highlight=jack#post1523820 See post 9
  9. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    I did jack up the rear to ensure full drainage.
  10. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    For your location and especially for the winter BRP-XPS 10W40 is adequate. For the summer, in hotter climates, consider 10W50, since BRPs 10W40 is only rated up to 104 F. My local O'Reillys is no longer a source for 10W50, but a case of 6 is currently $52.99 from Amazon. I also used it for my...
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    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Ramps simplify oil changes https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/flotool-rhinoramps/hopkins-flotool-rhinoramps-6-ton-car-ramps/hop6/11909?q=rhino+ramps&pos=0 They were $49.99 in 2020, $44.99 with military discount.
  12. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Ramps simplify oil changes
  13. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Bought the factory sport windshield and factory hand guards from the dealer. Did not add the factory deflectors. Think the hand guards were $79.99 in 2020...
  14. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Factory hand guards (see post 4 photos) help block wind.
  15. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Should not be too expensive, Peter. She already has a luggage rack and full fender. Just replace shocks, if not already done, change fluids and maybe upgrade lighting.
  16. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    The standard 900 has a full fender, which can support a small bag, secured with lashing straps and footman loops. Also a gallon of extra fuel for the Extraterrestrial Highway ride. Cruise would have been a plus on my 2020, but the ECU did not support it, at that time. It is easy enough to smoke...
  17. SportsterDoc

    1st Ryker service, what do they do?

    Check all fluids, change oil and filter, check engine air filter and trans air filter (will be 2x as dirty as engine) https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?132220-Maintenance-photos
  18. SportsterDoc

    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    Further on Auxito LEDs I used on last Triumph, XVS950, XT250 and Nissan Frontier. For the XT250, I should have ordered the one with metal tabs, as the one I ordered is plastic (thicker) and required minor holder mods.
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    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    400 mm full length spring shocks HIGHLY recommended https://www.amazon.com/GZYF-Motorcycle-Absorbers-Universal-Kawasaki/dp/B00XVH4NVG?th=1 Auxito H4 LED (2 singles are currently less than a 2 pack on Amazon)...
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    How can I make a 900 more Rally-like?

    https://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?145772-Ryker-Rally-for-long-Backcountry-Discovery-Routes-(BDR)-trips&p=1611163&highlight=north+rim#post1611163
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