Got my new Ryker - didn't even make it a mile

[safecracker]

I am glad the issue was resolved.

 

[sKiZo]

Keep in mind the braking system on these things is quite complex and fully integrated with the drive train. I imagine it can be pretty confusing for the "brain" if it's getting an active steady braking signal while it's trying to correct for "driver input error" ... A nice way of saying you just did something stoopid and are now sliding out of control in a tight corner ... ;-}

Kinda like pumping the brakes on an ABS equipped car - that basically shuts ABS off on a lot of vehicles, especially older ones that aren't as smart as the newer versions. It's usually us old(er) fartz that run into problems with this - old dogs, new tricks, eh.

PS - I just found out that the front brakes work independently as well, applying different pressure and programming to left and right sides to auto correct a slide or lift, and force over-steer to pull you away from oncoming traffic in a turn that's going sideways, all while controlling accel/decel. Or so I'm told?

 

[Peter Aawen]

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PS - I just found out that the front brakes work independently as well, applying different pressure and programming to left and right sides to auto correct a slide or lift, and force over-steer to pull you away from oncoming traffic in a turn that's going sideways, all while controlling accel/decel. Or so I'm told?

Oh they do that VERY WELL I can assure you! :lecturef_smilie:

At least, they did on my Ryker 'test rydes' and do on my 2013, & I don't believe that BRP have degraded the very sexy Bosch integrated ABS/VSS suite that makes this work soo well in any Spyder/Ryker models released since!! Enhanced, maybe; degraded, surely Not!

 

[DickB]

 

[MudBug]

That's a nice looking Ryker. I see you have the driver backrest installed in conjunction with the top case. I recently bought a top case and put my driver backrest on the shelf due to feeling cramped. The Ryker isn't exactly designed for "mass challenged" people. I have my foot pegs all the way forward and my handlebars all the way back, and this configuration is quite comfortable with the top case minus the $200 driver backrest. If I lose a good amount of weight, I might consider putting the driver backrest back in place. I guess it's a psychological thing. I need something behind my back, and that isn't necessarily for lumbar support. The Ryker isn't the most comfortable ride around, especially for chunky people. It's no Gold Wing or Harley luxo-cruiser. Honestly, it's annoying that we were led to believe that the Max Mount was a base-level necessity only to find later that the newer BRP comfort seats that add 2" of width and legroom are not Max Mount compatible. I suppose I need to accept that fact that the Ryker was designed for a physically fit millennial type. Regardless, I enjoyed the heck out of my ride today to pick up Chinese carryout in the next town. The top case add and driver backrest delete has made me feel even more comfortable and confident.

 

[lokiryker]

I've put 300 miles on the bike so far and I love it. I got the sling mods foot pedal replacement and it's a nice improvement. I'm still waiting on the comfort seat and aluminum handguards to come in and I'm hoping the comfort seat fits with my current setup otherwise I'll have to figure something out. I got the sling mods luggage rack and shad saddlebag and I was able to bungie cord some things onto it on a trip.

I bought a 8x8x8 shed in a box, anchored it with some sand bags, and set it up in the driveway. It's a perfect fit for the bike because it's too wide to fit into my shed.

Only complaint I have is about the gas mileage. The ryker only seems to get around 120 miles on the tank? It feels like every trip I'm stopping at the gas station coming home.

 

[RykerRick]

I've put 300 miles on the bike so far and I love it. I got the sling mods foot pedal replacement and it's a nice improvement. I'm still waiting on the comfort seat and aluminum handguards to come in and I'm hoping the comfort seat fits with my current setup otherwise I'll have to figure something out. I got the sling mods luggage rack and shad saddlebag and I was able to bungie cord some things onto it on a trip.

I bought a 8x8x8 shed in a box, anchored it with some sand bags, and set it up in the driveway. It's a perfect fit for the bike because it's too wide to fit into my shed.

Only complaint I have is about the gas mileage. The ryker only seems to get around 120 miles on the tank? It feels like every trip I'm stopping at the gas station coming home.

If you got the Driver Comfort seat it will fit, if you got the Solo Driver Comfort Seat, it wont fit with the Max Mount. The mileage should get better the more you ride it. Mine got pretty low mileage in the first 800 miles, then it started getting better.

 

[sKiZo]

I bought a 8x8x8 shed in a box, anchored it with some sand bags, and set it up in the driveway. It's a perfect fit for the bike because it's too wide to fit into my shed.

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Fun times here in sKiZoLand. I got a Ural sidecar rig after losing a leg in a major accident - kept me riding anyway. Didn't have room for it in the garage, so I picked up one of those sheds. Worked nice, then I saw the Ryker and just had to have it. Thing is, I had a lot of fun on the Ural and plan to keep it and now the canvas shed's too small. Made the mistake of checking with the township if it was ok to put up a bigger shed, and they said no, then told me I couldn't keep the old one either.

(mumble mutter)

So - short version - only solution allowed is to add on to the existing garage. Which pretty much doubles the investment in the Ryker. On the bright side, the contractor is a friend and will be taking the old canvas shed, and maybe even one of my old two wheelers in trade.

Who knew buying a bike could get this complicated? ;-}

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[MudBug]

I'm sorry to hear about that terrible accident. Government is always good for telling you what to do and spreading misery large and small.

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Fun times here in sKiZoLand. I got a Ural sidecar rig after losing a leg in a major accident - kept me riding anyway. Didn't have room for it in the garage, so I picked up one of those sheds. Worked nice, then I saw the Ryker and just had to have it. Thing is, I had a lot of fun on the Ural and plan to keep it and now the canvas shed's too small. Made the mistake of checking with the township if it was ok to put up a bigger shed, and they said no, then told me I couldn't keep the old one either.

(mumble mutter)

So - short version - only solution allowed is to add on to the existing garage. Which pretty much doubles the investment in the Ryker. On the bright side, the contractor is a friend and will be taking the old canvas shed, and maybe even one of my old two wheelers in trade.

Who knew buying a bike could get this complicated? ;-}

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[MudBug]

If you got the Driver Comfort seat it will fit, if you got the Solo Driver Comfort Seat, it wont fit with the Max Mount. The mileage should get better the more you ride it. Mine got pretty low mileage in the first 800 miles, then it started getting better.

I've not been fond of the gas mileage either. Of course, with the way I twist the throttle, what do I expect? I think I only have 1300 miles on it.

 

[RickD]

Why didn't they take the time to test drive it after assembly?

Good question. They did not test drive my 900 ACE prior to delivery, either.