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    Tools needed for Ryker wheel change

    Let's slip on our critical thinking helmet. BRP could have added wheel spindles and 3 lug nuts per wheel to allow users to remove and and install their wheels and tires with a normal lug wrench and torque wrench. But instead they chose to use a special single nut with the addition of the need...
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    Others know Kenda tires are dangerous when wet: Facebook RykerLovers
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    Tools needed for Ryker wheel change

    If BRP marks the price up high enough and adds the need for a huge torque wrench the owners will go to the dealer. You can't tell me that the marketing boys at BRP did not have a good giggle figuring that one out. Okay, let the dogs out now. I'm ready for the hate to begin.
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    Tools needed for Ryker wheel change

    A heat gun on the socket will allow the socket to slide off rather easily from my experience. The plastic softens up at a rather low temp and slight tapping with a dead blow hammer on the corner of the socket very gently will allow the socket to slip free. Also apply some lubricant to the nut...
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    Tools needed for Ryker wheel change

    How to make an improvised torque wrench for the Ryker wheel nuts. How to make an improvised torque wrench for the Ryker wheel nuts. You need: Socket Breaker Bar 6ft 3in Breaker bar extension tube. (plus a few inches longer) Hint: 1 inch diameter steel electrical conduit tubing works well and...
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    Tools needed for Ryker wheel change

    This method as two added benefits: 1. In this instance it holds the socket onto the nut, which is specially important if you must use an extension between the socket and the torque wrench. It holds all of the parts together during the process of torquing or un-torquing, allowing one person to...
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    Tools needed for Ryker wheel change

    I have good luck using this method to protect nuts from damage: ************************************************* Cut a circle of heavy gauge plastic, at least 3 mil thick if you can find it. A heavy duty plastic bag works great. Make sure the circular piece of plastic is at least 50% larger...
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    Ryker Issue Alert!

    @QM. I just made an update to my posting #79 above. I went back to the RykerLovers Facebook and found a description regarding the photos Lamont posted. The screw is used to center the steering during alignment from what I can tell by his description. I'm sorry I don't have any useful...
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    Ryker Issue Alert!

    Here are two photos posted by Lamont today. He did not give a description but it looks like he found the screw nearly completely backed out of the engine case on a Ryker. For clarification you can go to RykerLovers on Facebook. He was performing an alignment as well and made this discovery...
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    @gskinner I'm seeing a few reports on Facebook about Rykers dancing around at highway speeds. Discussions regarding possible alignments issues with Ryker are becoming more common. Today Lamont posted photos on the RykerLovers Facebook page showing a Ryker that was out of alignment from the...
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    Ryker Issue Alert!

    More Missing Gearbox oil via Lamont:
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    Some thoughts re: Ryker and F3

    The brake lever on the F3's (all versions) is an easy 5 minute fix. Lamont sells a replacement brake rod. Just unbolt the old rod install the new rod. Only two fasteners and it works great. I not sure but it may only cost $50.00 The SE-6 gearbox is super strong and reliable and the best part is...
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    Ryker Issue Alert!

    @QM Did they perform an alignment? If so, does it drive sold at freeway speeds. Any word about the need of a BUDS connection to align the Ryder? Edit: Sorry, disregard, I miss read, it looks like your Ryker goes to the dealer tomorrow. It appear you rode it home etc. today. Best of luck,
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    @Triumphcycleman, With all due respect, I understand your point of view. This is not about saving money, in fact quality auto tires cost more than Kenda tires. Many Spyder riders, including myself replaced our Kendas when they worn out with auto tires for several reasons. Kenda tires are very...
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    Ryker Forums question

    @AnthonyG I believe a consensus of forum members is to strike the word Rally from the description below. Delete the underlined word below in the header description please. You could replace the word Rally with (all models). At this time all models of the Ryker appear to be quite similar...
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    Ryker Issue Alert!

    @QM It would be a good idea to have the dealership inspect the oil level in the final drive gearbox. I have attached the IPD of the final drive system. The inspection/fill plug is hidden behind the rear tire/wheel assembly and is labeled #50a. To check or change the oil the rear wheel must be...
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    Steering feedback and using wider tires? The use of wider tires on the Ryker maybe our only choice in the future. If this is the case then maybe it would be prudent to consider the possibility that installing wider tires on the front of the Ryker may create problems. We have been able to use a...
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    @Farmer64 I looked up the Continental 125-70-16 on Tire Rack and only found one tire (below). https://tires.tirerack.com/search?p=Q&lbc=tirerack&uid=840776059&ts=custom&w=125-70-16&isort=score&method=and&view=list&af=brand:continental This is a Spare Tire Only, these are usually speed...
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    Michaelscs I understand your comments and concerns, yes I'm in the process of making a decision to purchase a Ryker. That decision requires critical thinking and analysis. It means looking at what is good and what is not so good about a design/product/part/etc. Pointing out various limitations...
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    Ryker front tires size is Proprietary! Thanks again BRP........

    @hyperone Thanks for the suggestion. I looked on the internet for 145/65R/16 and found none. I did find some 145/65R/15 in Europe. Perhaps you can point me to the 145/65R/16 please? When BRP made the decision to use 16 inch wheels they really locked us into Kenda tires unlike anything...
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