Is there supposed to be a Voltage Regulator Cover on my Ryker?

[MudBug]

Hello,

I've got a 2021 900 Ryker. During an oil change, I noticed my voltage regulator heat sink is out there in the open, which I hadn't paid attention to before. Just below it was a nice shiny bare threaded stud that looked it should have something screwed on it. Is there supposed to be a cover over the voltage regulator? I looked at a parts fiche, and I didn't see anything about a cover. I'm wondering if I lost something out on the road.

Thanks!

 

[Bfromla]

:nopic::dontknow:

 

[MudBug]

I added a photo to my original post. The threaded stud isn't visible, but it's at the bottom of that heat sink. It just seemed suspiciously like it was there for a reason, such as a for a bolt holding down a plastic cover.

 

[Mikey]

Got one that looks just like that on an old 4wheeler - you should see where that is! I think you're fine!

 

[Markubis]

I suspect you're fine. Those cooling fins are there for a reason.

 

[Bfromla]

FYI confirmed no cover, stopped by local dealer.



Who was nice enough let me look at one on showroom floor.

 

[MudBug]

I suspect you're fine. Those cooling fins are there for a reason.

Yes, I agree. Heat sinks are important for sure.

FYI, I confirmed no cover, stopped by local dealer.

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Who was nice enough let me look at one on showroom floor.

Thanks, Bfromla!! You can see that stud in your picture! What's it for???? Anyway, I feel better now. FYI - I'm from the Covington area way down south of you.

 

[Bfromla]

Yes, I agree. Heat sinks are important for sure.




Thanks, Bfromla!! You can see that stud in your picture! What's it for???? Anyway, I feel better now. FYI - I'm from the Covington area way down south of you.

Cool beans, glad was helpful & ya got fam right in Covington, don’t visit often enough (either of us) unfortunately shrinking fam at that.

**as far as stud goes, it is the zinc coated (brass looking) believe those are threads from bolt on other side just poking through.** I didn’t get to talk with the tech for in-depth knowledge. Not a bad idea if you've got the time & ppl skills go bs with local tech with whatever service need next. Build a 'lil friendship & shared interest. (like how to carry fishing gear on a Ryker?)