Sway Bar Install In So Cal

[BajaRon]

The ramps that I was looking at would give only 15 inches of lift (from the base of the wheels) so I won't get the job done with these.

Will have to look for some another solution.

Thank you for the reply!

Standard automotive ramps are not going to get the job done, as you say. They can be used as a good start towards your final lift and for doing the rest of the work, before and after the short bar swap step. The ramps I and others have suggested are as the attached picture. You will need 2 of these and something like this truck tailgate, a level wall, etc., to place them on. Then you can roll your Spyder up far enough to get the needed height to do the job. Not a solution for everyone. But some people already have everything needed (or can borrow it) and it works out well for them.

A standard floor jack or ATV jack will also work, though it will usually require a lift, support, cribbing on the jack and lift again to get to the needed height.

 

[RICZ]

Is there a video anywhere that goes through the installation start to finish?

 

[stebrock]

Thanks for giving me a possible Spyder go to in riverside! I ended up catching a deal on a jack and 21” jack stands at Sears. I may have to add some plywood for the jack but seems like the highest available at around 18”. I got Jack and stands for $150 due to sales and my wife had some points lol.

Here’s the Jack: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-professional-1500-lb-motorcycle-atv-jack/p-00950191000P

Make sure you read the 1 star reviews for this. SCARY

 

[canamjhb]

Make sure you read the 1 star reviews for this. SCARY

I don't mean to sound sarcastic but for every thousand good experiences, there will be a bad one. And the bad ones are always more vocal than the good ones. I have a HF jack that is similar but I believe inferior in quality. It has served me well for many lifts. I have no problem relying on it. I bought it on Craigs List from a guy who had sold his bike. Paid 50 bucks for it and it
saved me more than double my investment the first time I used it...... I just can't imagine having to run to the dealer with wallet open every time the bike needs to go in the air..... Jim

 

[derichio02]

Is there a video anywhere that goes through the installation start to finish?

I haven’t seen a video for the F3 but I can make one when I get around to completing the project. Unless anyone chimes in...

 

[BajaRon]

@BajaRon I saw somewhere that there is an updated 2.3 manual. Is this manual needed for a 2017 F3-S? Is the install different?

The only real difference is that BRP added some frame channel stiffeners in the later model F3 & RT's which must be removed/replaced. The earlier instructions did not have this step. But these stiffeners are a no-brainer, very obvious step which many people did without issue before I was able to change the instructions.

 

[MRH]

I agree with what others have said. It is very easy to do the install yourself, but if you are intent on paying someone to do it. This is the man to go to. Lou (Pirate Powersports) in Riverside, Ca. 951-757-9143. He was the only mechanic I trusted with my Spyder when I lived in So Cal.

When you do need work done, Lou is your guy. Far more knowledgeable (and reasonable in what he charges) than any dealer I know of.