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Tools needed for Ryker wheel change
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BajaRon
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Interesting. If true, BRP is selling a $45.00 socket for only $160.00 plus shipping. Though I have found it at discount outlets for as little as $144.00 and free shipping.
I am feeling better all the time about the route I've taken. Soon, I will know for sure.
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QuasiMotard
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Sheesh... What freight carrier are they using? $160 plus shipping? Maybe it's a cheap socket via the Pony Express, and we're expected to pay for feed, tack, and boarding?
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IdahoMtnSpyder
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I guess everybody doubted me! :dontknow: See posts #36 & 48.
BajaRon
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Not so much doubting you as not wanting to believe that BRP would charge $160.00 for a $45.00 tool....
IdahoMtnSpyder
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Don't tell me you're one of those who likes to deny history!!!!!!! :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:
Tslepebull
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It may be an optical illusion but the BRP socket appears to be conical in addition to 12 sided. I have paid more for less before.
I agree, it does not look exactly like a standard 12 sided socket to me either.
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 to use an oversized torque wrench. By going this route BRP forces the owner into a "premeditated BRP dealership visit" every time they need to do any maintenance on the bike having to do with wheels and tires.
QuasiMotard
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Yep, and those faces look chevron'd or curved to me... dunno, could just be the camera shot, not sure.
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QuasiMotard
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I wouldn't necessarily mind that... IF I could trust my dealer to do my maintenance properly.
The next issue is what about flats and roadside repairs? Nope, it's up onto the flatbed for you buddy... hope your AAA membership is current!
Actually, the BRP agent that I spoke to several days ago (beginning of the gearbox oil recall debacle) mentioned that I had roadside assistance/coverage? Maybe so, but you're not gonna fix it on the side of the road unless you happen to be traveling down that road with a giant torque lever strapped to the side of your Ryker...Mad Max style... like a jouster's pole looking for an adversary... AND the giant, proprietary 65mm socket to boot!
Hey now, is that a Ryker wheel hub socket in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me? :roflblack:
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QuasiMotard
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:clap: :roflblack:
QuasiMotard
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The BRP unit is linked above. Just throw that part number into your favorite search engine or parts outlet (e.g. PartZilla) to see who has the best price. At ~$140-160, "reasonable" is a relative term for sure. I'll be purchasing that one for my toolbox because I know that it will fit our fancy F1-racer-boy-wannabe wheel nuts. I don't mind having the right tool for the job, but I'd prefer not to have to lube up... personally, that is.
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Again, a stupid question...............But has anyone stopped by a Spyder dealer and looked at their official tool to see what it actually is??????
If so, I would suggest that your dealer has and is using the proper Can Am recommended tool and is not trying to get by with a standard 65 mm socket if in fact the official socket is different. Check to make sure.
If so, I would suggest that your dealer has and is using the proper Can Am recommended tool and is not trying to get by with a standard 65 mm socket if in fact the official socket is different. Check to make sure.
BajaRon
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As promised (though a bit late), I have tried the 12 point, 65mm socket I got off of eBay on the Ryker nuts. I used a larger Zip-Lock baggie to protect the nut from the socket. I am happy to say that the socket works just fine!
Here is a link to the socket I purchased from eBay. The seller is in the UK and it's the least expensive one I have found of decent quality. It is surprising that you can get one from the UK for less than a US seller. This one is about $22.65 delivered.
https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http...LB6PKtm9Q05ET-n96ZZ0mJbXTVZqE561GWQNWgA3muKiQ
Here is a US based vendor for the same socket. This one is $42.65 delivered.
https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http...LB6PKtm9Q05ET-n96ZZ0mJbXTVZqE561GWQNWgA3muKiQ
Have fun!
Here is a link to the socket I purchased from eBay. The seller is in the UK and it's the least expensive one I have found of decent quality. It is surprising that you can get one from the UK for less than a US seller. This one is about $22.65 delivered.
https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http...LB6PKtm9Q05ET-n96ZZ0mJbXTVZqE561GWQNWgA3muKiQ
Here is a US based vendor for the same socket. This one is $42.65 delivered.
https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http...LB6PKtm9Q05ET-n96ZZ0mJbXTVZqE561GWQNWgA3muKiQ
Have fun!
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