CAN-AM RYKERS! Five common issues. Watch this before purchasing.

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[@natashathegrei3390]

You know what, thanks for this. I'm doing research for a Ryker 900 Rally. I am one of those weirdos that does months and months of research before I buy anything big like this. I spent a year before I bought my current car doing research, and my last 2 bikes were the same. This helps a lot as I'm in the "what is the maintenance looking like" phase and honestly I'm now torn between the Rally and a used F3 due to what I'm hearing. Thanks again for all these videos!

[@c8pate744]

Glad I could help!

[@Gemneye6]

No♊️hing to fret

[@johnsorensen3831]

C8 I’ll be starting my 3rd summer soon with my 21 Ryker 900. While it’s a blast to ride, I’ve had nothing but issues since I bought it. Gas gauge, forgot it! 3 sending units and it still has a mind of its own. Shifting between reverse and forward, I get the clunk that I believe to be normal. However, as the miles have gone up, when I start out from a stoplight or going very slowly in heavy traffic, somewhere in the driveline is a condition where it clunks and snaps and lurches And they don’t know how to fix it. As we speak, it’s in the shop I was told there’s an update to the system but they won’t tell me what it is. The manager at the dealership wants me to figure out what it is so I can tell him. Not very inspiring. I like the Riker 900, my buddy, purchased a 2021 spider, the version, and he only paid 15 grand and it had 1000 miles on it. It is so so much better. In every respect to my Ryker. It makes me sick! The dealer can’t come up with a repair to this driveline issue, I’m gonna sell it in the spring. Then, probably buy a spider. I have so many BRP products, and they have been really well engineered and assembled. I cannot say that at all for the Ryker. Oh, an oil change at the dealer runs around $185. Not cheap or easy to maintain this bike compared to a motorcycle.

[@Rev_1776_]

​@@johnsorensen3831 Great info. Thanks so much for taking the time.. would love any updates. I'm in the crazy research mode as well.

[@tourinojacks5844]

What did you end up buying. I am the same as you - INTJ. I ended up buying a Ryker Rally 2023. Searching for music (speakers and amp), trunk, top case, and side saddlebags now.

[@JoshuaSmith-fc8kg]

I just bought a 2020 rally edition in June. It had 900 miles on it and whoever owned it before me must have worked all the bugs out because I've put 2000 miles on it and have had no issues . All I did was add a wrap and a windshield though . No crazy mods and it is very reliable so far . Maybe I just got lucky , or maybe they are just made to be driven mostly stock .

[@c8pate744]

Definitely made to be driven stock for sure. All this stuff i added to it is just potential problems

[@tpv59]

May I ask, did the wrap work out? Was it only wrapped on the front? I was thinking about wrapping mine. THANK YOU.

[@JoshuaSmith-fc8kg]

@@tpv59 , yeah , the wrap is good as long as you take your time and follow the directions . I got mine from ryker wraps . It's good quality and alot thicker than I thought it would be , so , a heat gun was a big help in the installation .

[@JoshuaSmith-fc8kg]

And , yes I only wrapped the front . I didn't want it to look to busy .

[@tpv59]

@@JoshuaSmith-fc8kg THANK YOU Joshua, GREATLY APPRECIATED. Thank You. - I have Never heard of, Ryker wraps. Must be wraps for Can Am Ryker's in the US of A. Greetings from 'OZ'. (Australia)

[@RonConsumer]

I've never had a VSS Fault code on my Ryker Rally overall at the price I paid for mine it's still a lot cheaper than putting parts on my HD Trike plus the Ryker you can drive it without doing any upgrades to the motor. The M8 needs a little work if you want to make the engine last as well as working on the suspension and seat to make the more comfortable. Being a retired HD mechanic I have to say that one of the things I'm most disappointed with my Ryker is the fuel economy. The best I ever squeaked out of mine was 33MPG. The HD Trike I average 38-39MPG with a 114ci.. As far as the brakes on the Ryker as soon as the brakes started squeaking I just went and pulled the brakes and put copper grease on the guide pins and backing plates... no more squeak. This is also a very common issue with Royal Enfields as well. The rust that's a pretty common as well as the plastic parts noise is also common I just mark it up to the price point of the bike. Would I buy another one??? No, and while it's a fun toy... I run my HD Trike much more but than again after you pay your 30k expect to put another 2 to 3k more to make the Trike not shatter your spine. So at 12K to get the Ryker it's as Can Am wanted to target newer riders into the sport of twist and go... I still like my gears. Great informative video.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for the feedback

[@TaMareaBrown]

Thanks bro! Just got my 2023 Ryker, and I’m a novice/beginner to the motorcycle game. All you spoke on is an immense help! Will like and follow for sure bro !🙏🏾

[@c8pate744]

Appreciate that, thank you so much!

[@cowboyblk1]

Hope you got the extended warranty. I love mine but the dealer is expensive

[@EmoNation94]

how do you like it so far? I'm thinking of getting the 900

[@jamesglenn520]

We have owned our pair of 2019 Ryker Rallies since spring of 2019. Other than a few rattles that I fixed myself and a few recall items the first year. We have been completely satisfied with our machines 👍 We live in Idaho and have even put on quite a few miles in the mountains on dirt/gravel logging roads 🤭

[@c8pate744]

How many miles have you put on them?

[@jamesglenn520]

@@c8pate744 About 8 thousand on each machine

[@jrsoper6524]

I have a 2020 and 2021 , NO PROBLEMS, can't relate at all. I'm thinking they cheapened the new ones.

[@shadowrider2432]

Hello James, I am thinking about buying the 900. Is this the one you own? And if so how does it do in the mountains? Does it struggle on the hills or passing on the interstate?

[@jamesglenn520]

@@shadowrider2432 Yes. The Rally Edition is a 900cc. I personally wouldn't own a 600 unless it was just for commuting around town. There is absolutely no issues with Lack of Power on the 900. We have quite a few very steep mountain passes in our area and you just twist the throttle a little bit and the power is always there.

[@pjh3066]

Yaw sensor went out. I was in limp mode all winter even after I replaced the sensor. Then I found out I had to have the fault cleared. Since I wasn’t going on any long high trips during the winter 41 mph was okay. But as soon as the warmer weather came back off to the dealer I went and had the fault cleared. Sure enough. I was back at normal speeds. Happy happy happy.

[@c8pate744]

Congrats my guy on the fix. Vss code sucks

[@pjh3066]

@@c8pate744 actually it’s not the code that sucks. It’s the limp mode that sucks. The code tells us what is wrong with our bikes. The limp mode makes us take the bike to the dealership to clear it. Even if we fix the problem, the bike stays in limp mode until the code is cleared. Dealership is guaranteed getting paid anyway. I do understand there is a $400 piece of equipment that will clear the code. I forget the name of it right now. I have the name stored away in my I pad.

[@rozell365]

You are on point... So I just take the good with the bad and enjoy the bike. Never experience this with 15 years of riding my 2 wheels. But it's all good. Like you said don't add a lot of extra just ride and have fun with wraps 😉

[@c8pate744]

💯

[@zigzag941]

I just came across your very informative video and thought I'd like to throw in my couple of cents worth. I've been driving bikes since 1963, I'm in my late 70's now. I hadn't had a bike in several years and wanted to get back on one but my kids protested too much and convinced me that 3 wheels would be safer for an old duffer like me. So i acquiesced and bought a 2020 Ryker 900 ACE in the fall of 2020. Within the first year I had every issue you mentioned but that's not where I'm going with this. Before I made my purchase after having sworn I'd never be caught even dead on a three wheeler I test drove a couple at the dealership and thought ok maybe this will actually be fun. The roads I took my test drive on were very smooth and flat and the experience was enjoyable. I live in Montreal, Quebec, BRP's home province. The streets and roads around here are in such bad condition that they make 3rd world countries look like paradise by comparison. So full of potholes, cracks, bumps, sunken manhole covers to the point it made driving this machine an excercise in torture. If you can find a couple hundred meters of smooth surface anywhere it's cause for celebration. The ride on roads like these even after forking out and extra $450 for the "Driver's comfort seat" ( the stock seat is so thin it might as well not even be there.) it was still torture. Instead of enjoying an outing I spent all my time trying to hold myself off the seat by hanging onto the handlebars with feet firmly on the pegs and sort of standing to keep from getting hammered in my butt from the machine's completely atrocious rear monoshock suspension. At least on a 2 wheeler you can go around some but not all of these bumps but with a three wheeler that occupies almost a lane's width your maneuverability is limited. You have a choice of hitting the obstacles with either your left front wheel, right front wheel or worst of all the middle rear wheel. All I can say further is if you like your tailbone and want to keep it intact and bad or bumpy roads are where you'll be driving my advice to anyone is DON'T BUY THIS MACHINE ! You'll be very sorry. If you live in Florida where the roads are smooth and flat you'll have a good time but anywhere else you won't like it at all. If you are already someone who has any back issues you'll be killing yourself. I sold it as fast as I could find a sucker for it.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for the feedback. I appreciate you!

[@troystallard6895]

I'm 75, I bought a 2019 Ryker 600 about a month ago, and we have some pretty rough roads around here. I definitely do NOT spend my time trying to hold myself off the seat, even on the worst of them. Maybe you should look at the shock adjustments on yours, if you still own it?

[@zigzag941]

@@troystallard6895 Intolerable on even the softest setting. It's gone and I'm not sorry one bit.

[@ReginaldPowe]

Like I said before C8, I have no problems with my 2021 900. Never been in the shop, hopefully it will stay that way

[@c8pate744]

What accessories did you add to it?

[@ReginaldPowe]

@@c8pate744 lights, exhaust, phone charger, kill switch and music

[@greygow5984]

If adding a lot of lights I would recommend upgrading the battery to have higher cranking amps because the 100 amps the factory battery has is the minimum the bike needs to start and if it falls under it will not start. Also depending on how long you garage it for in winter keep it on a trickle charge.

[@c8pate744]

I did add the upgraded battery and things seem to be a lot better

[@jamesglenn520]

You should never use a trickle charger. Our 2019 Rallies came with the wiring harness installed for a Battery Tender. We still have our OE batteries and no problems yet 👍

[@traceygibson7326]

Thank you. My battery does last and I was told the lights drains.

[@neilhardy672]

Me and my lady still want to purchase the bike but we definitely doing our research and looking at Alot of videos. Crazy thing is we don’t have the bike yet but she has $2500 in parts in a cart ready to order 🤦🏾

[@c8pate744]

Lmao! Well please subscribe to this channel and you will learn a ton

[@jamesglenn520]

If you haven't purchased yet and are planning that Both of you are riding together/2up. Don't purchase anything other than the Rally!!! It's the only one that has the suspension for it out the door. Any others you will have to Upgrade the shocks at a minimum. Not just yanking your chain. We have owned our Ryker Rallies since spring of 2019.👍

[@ryanpatterson1825]

Look at the price of parts for Harley and the prices of other bikes I'd highly recommend one they r fun and sooooooo much safer than a 2 wheel or a standard trike I've had mine 3 years it's my daily driver 25k miles no issues

[@scottastell9415]

Thanks for your honesty. Was surprised that Can AM is still having DES issues. My old 2014 Spyder RTS had DES issues and I never totally sorted that out choosing to sell it after less than two years ownership. What's the point of having a security system that stops the legit owner from using his own tricycle? Can Am should have sorted that issue a decade ago!

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching

[@bernardlock2728]

I know you are talking about the Ryker, but I have a 2015 RTS (the great years are 2015 - 2019). I have 60,000 mile it and going strong so far. I do my maintenance every year on it.

[@c8pate744]

Thats the way to go. Save a buck and do the work yourself

[@moosemoosepower]

What kind of maintenance are you running on it? I’ve been debating buying one.

[@JermaineHortonStudios]

Thankfully I haven’t had any of these issues with my 2022. I made sure to get all my aftermarket stuff done by pros and got warranty’s. I still miss two wheels. Miss not having traffic lol.

[@c8pate744]

I hear ya! Do you feel safer on three wheels?

[@JermaineHortonStudios]

@@c8pate744 defiantly safer than 2 but miss the control and maneuvering I was able to do. But at 40 I’m perfectly fine with it

[@tpv59]

@@JermaineHortonStudios I'm 64 and still going STRONG !!!

[@CajunBoyJake]

How long have you had yours?

[@JermaineHortonStudios]

@@CajunBoyJake since May of this year.

[@SummerLaShayATL]

I have a 2021 thank god I haven’t had those issues yet. Thanks for making this video for newbies like me.

[@c8pate744]

Anytime! Thank you for watching! Hopefully I gained a new subscriber

[@Mike-cc3bc]

Yea 2500 miles on my 21 with no issues except the break squeek that still hasn't gone away.

[@CajunBoyJake]

How long have you had yours?

[@2wrdr]

2K Rally - Left side rattle so slight I haven't even done the simple fix. One rust spot up near steering hardware, wheels, no rust. I did clean the area early on and added a thin film of grease but no rust even w/o caps. Added comfort seats front/rear, full luggage set (great set from Slingmods), change handlebars to better fit my short arm (really great), and just a few other small common mods none of which have caused issues. I'm a former E Tech. If you add common LEDs to your bike they will not overload your bikes electrical system. 2 biggest problems with any type of LEDs are too cheaply made and poor user installs (poor connections) If connectors give you unreliable connections learn to strip, solder, and use heat shrink then problem solved. Also make sure new wires are safely, and securely routed. I love the brakes!!!!! It takes a lot of time and practice to be really proficient in braking on a MC but you are an instant braking superstar on the Rykers.

[@c8pate744]

Awesome feedback my guy! I agree with all of this.

[@hamidabdanan7795]

2021 Ryker 900. One of my issues is that there is not enough room between the right foot peg and the brake pedal, to rest your foot on, on long trips. I am planning on painting the rusted areas on mine and see if it improves the look. Have not had the VSS problem and heard that some engines may stall in hot weather. I still like my Ryker a lot. Thank you for this video.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you so much for watching

[@greygow5984]

Good video! I agree. Given the low price tag everyone’s expectations should be lower as well. I love my bike and the small noises and issues as you say come with the territory given the price. I’ve been fortunate to not need the dealer yet but I hear the service from BRP is awful.

[@c8pate744]

Knock on wood. Stay away from the dealer. Nothing but issues with brp

[@jamesglenn520]

The Dealership and the Manufacturer BRP are two different things 👌 Most Dealerships are hard pressed to have Qualified Trained Technicians on staff for two reasons. One Rykers are still a new product. Two because every place you have walked into in the past 2+ years is Understaffed Still. Fast Food is not even fast anymore and 1/2 the places you can't even go in and sit down to eat 😬 It's been a rough couple of years for everyone and unfortunately it's not over yet 😲😢

[@troy9er]

CA Pate you are doing great. Been a Spyder owner since 2021. Bought a 705 mile used one.2021 F-3S. Second season owning it. What a blast! Like it over the CVT. They bigger 1330 is a winner too!

[@c8pate744]

I'm about to joing the club soon

[@paulheinl9684]

Good video, this is my wife's second Ryker. First was a 2020 Rally, second 2022 Rally. We bought the new one because of the issue with the YAW sensor cutting the power while riding through curves. Same issue with this one. Super f*cking annoying! CanAm has the absolute worst customer service ever! My sister has a Spyder, they don't have the YAW sensor issue. So, why the hell did the idiots at CanAm decide to put that on the Ryker??? You seen the Ryker commercials with people tearing up the road on one? No way in hell you can ride one that way, cause it will cut the power, even in Rally mode. I have a 2021 ZX6R with a slip on exhaust. The bike comes with a servo motor that operates a valve in the exhaust from the factory. So you have to install a servo relay that tricks the bike into thinking the servo is still connected. So, someone needs to do the same for the Ryker. Cause, the stability system in that bike totally kills your riding. Also, as a tip, do not put lights on the bike, the computer hates them. Also, if you don't know how to route the wiring, the dealer will end up cutting your wires. Plus, they are a huge pain in the ass to run the wires on that bike. Only mods we did on this one, LED headlight upgrade, the MTX Bluetooth speaker with the windshield mount. CanAm had it on sale for 550, also we got the Linq hard case for the Max Mount. We got the VSS fault this weekend while riding, it stayed on for about 20 miles and then finally went away. It came on while riding through a curve, I'm thinking the issue lies with the YAW sensor. I believe that it got stuck, giving the bike a false reading and causing it to go into limp mode. CanAm refuses to address this issue. We have a case open with them through the dealer. Number 6 you should put on your list, is the gas cap. That plastic connector gets in the way and sometimes makes it hang up. And number 7 should be the fuel gauge, because of the design of the tank, it doesn't allow the float to sense the gas level properly. An easy solution to that would have been a sight window so you could look at it and see what the gas level is. But, for reference, reset your trip meter each time you fill up and start looking for gas around a hundred or so miles. Cause about 130 is what you get out of a tank. Sorry for the long post, but CanAm really needs to address the issues with this bike.

[@c8pate744]

Appreciate the feedback my guy!

[@peterfetzer5364]

I had a Ryker 900 and had the same problem with the yaw sensor, although I didn't know what it was. I complained to the dealer and got no relief. I ride with a motorcycle club of retired guys and could never keep up if we rode hilly roads with curves. I remember the first time it happened, I thought I had a flat rear tire so stopped to check, the tire was fine but every time i tried to corner with my friends on motorcycles the yaw sensor would cut in and the bike would slow way down. The dealer acted as if there was no problem and after putting up with it for a number of months I sold it at a loss. Unless that problem is fixed I would never buy another Ryker or recommend it to anyone. I am curious as to whether Can-Am has fixed the problem on the newer models, if anyone has any information I'd like to hear it.

[@singlesparq]

One issue I forgot I had and finally fixed was the clamp on the handlebars was always coming loose. At one point I’m coming down a hill about 90km and it came loose. Fortunate I clamped it before I was about to turn. So I kept a little screwdriver with me to tighten the tiny screw periodically. WRONG THING. Turns out tightening the main nut where the handlebar is on the guide is what was needed and it hasn’t come loose since. I’m guessing the dealer didn’t do it right.

[@c8pate744]

I had this similar issue about two years ago. Was pretty annoying

[@ROTAX1]

I have two of these, 2020s…one rally one standard 900s…3600 miles on both and I have none of these issues.

[@c8pate744]

Well consider yourself lucky. Maybe you don't have all the extra accessories that I have on mine

[@Greg-w6t]

Love the video. I had a slingshot and when i added lights, i had all kinds of electrical problems. I feel ya

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching

[@lbarbados38]

There's a recall on 2022's because a bolt in the steering wheel can snap off. Recall was just announced last week.

[@c8pate744]

I did a video on it last week

[@tpv59]

@@c8pate744 Thank You. Will check it out. Regards.

[@jamesglenn520]

I'm super jealous that you're 2022 came with a Steering Wheel 😲 Neither one of our 2019 Rallies did 😢 Ours came equipped with plan Handlebars 🤔

[@TheWolf047]

People are too quick to judge this trike. I've had mine for a year now and the only thing I can relate to on this list are the rattles. Great video. Ride safe!!

[@c8pate744]

Appreciate the love

[@jamesglenn520]

Had our Rallies since spring 2019 and have had zero issues. Maybe a little brake noise but if you brake hard a couple of times it goes away for weeks at a time.

[@markwalker6896]

My problem is a severe rear tire wobble while making left hand turns.not just mine but others. Headed to the shop let you know the results when done.

[@c8pate744]

I dont think I really noticed that. But who knows maybe I was having too much fun to notice.

[@jamesglenn520]

Wheel Nut not tight??

[@paulheinl9684]

Common issue with the Rykers, that is if you ride more spirited. The YAW sensor is the problem, CanAm refuses to address it. Had the issue with my wife's 2020 Rally, now the same with her 22 Rally. It's false advertising on CanAm's part, cause you can't ride it like they show on the commercials. My wife loves her bike, but I feel like we got screwed over. Because you can't truly enjoy it

[@herrmannlewis9376]

Hey C8Pate, never spray water 💧 😉 on brakes, it causes them to crystallize.

[@c8pate744]

I hear ya but I was tired of the noises

[@icecoldryker7708]

What about when you wash your bike and when it rains? Don't they get wet

[@jamesglenn520]

The only way any metal parts would Crystallize as you say would be if they are almost White Hot and you Submerged them in Ice Water 🤣😂 So there is Zero chance of that happening on your Ryker 👌👍

[@herrmannlewis9376]

@@jamesglenn520 James, it's actually called brake glazing which occurs from brake friction from brakes getting hot while riding in Houston flood water,, so if you add h2o to hot brakes it will cause they to crystallize also.

[@ryker4124]

1200 miles the first year? There's the problem, they need rode. I put 4000 miles on my 2019 600 in 2 months, and no problems. Picked my 2022 Sport up yesterday and have 200+ miles already. About the VSS fault, I see people doing brake stands and trying to drift, touching the brake while giving it throttle will confuse the brain and throw a code and/or put it into limp mode. Got to keep the foot away from the pedal. Just resting your foot against it can cause the same problems.

[@c8pate744]

Funny you should say that. My brake was stuck on and thats what was causing all of my recent issues

[@ryker4124]

@@c8pate744 I have heard of the brake switch going out of position and causing that. I guess that's another pre-ride check to do.

[@ryanpatterson1825]

I've use mine as a every day driver for 3 years it has 25k mile never had an issue besides a new fule pump

[@c8pate744]

Thank you so much for watching

[@ebonysteel9158]

Thanks man cause I am a Newby for sure. Just bought my 600 only like 6 weeks ago so this was definitely informative.

[@c8pate744]

Appreciate you watching and commenting. I hope I gained a new subscriber

[@troystallard6895]

I bought a 2019 Ryker 600 with 9000 miles on it last month. 1. No vss fault. 2. No squeaky brakes. 3. No rust. Of course, I'm in sunny southern California.... 4. No random noises. 5. I have a three-piece luggage set from slingmods on the way. The top box and both hard saddlebags have led running, brake and turn signa lights on them. I'll let you know if I have any problems....

[@c8pate744]

Sounds like you found a great deal

[@troystallard6895]

@@c8pate744 I'd say so... I paid $5000 cash for it. The owner is retiring to Mexico, and figured a Ryker would draw unwanted attention. He had it on Cycle Trader at $7000 for a couple of months, and it wasn't moving. When he dropped the price, I hopped on it. 🙂 He also included a good Bluetooth modular helmet, jacket, pants, boots and snowmobile gloves. Everything fits but the pants and boots; I'm saving those for my son to try on.

[@catwomanon3s144]

Thank you for the video. I plan to leave the 2022 Ryker Rally as is. The dealer did ask me if I wanted to add the radio, but with so much stuff happening, BRP has not invested enough in producing a reliable product like other motorcycle companies that have been around for decades (e.g., Harley-Davidson). I pray I will not run into any problems but I am seriously looking into getting a Harley-Davidson Free-Wheeler, which I should have done in the first place.

[@c8pate744]

I hear ya on that. Brp definitely has an issue standing by the product and providing quick service.

[@tpv59]

TEST RIDE FIRST. Test ride FIRST. Then decide.

[@jamesglenn520]

What is a HD Free-Wheeler? If you are referring to a Trike be very Aware that a Trike is way more dangerous and harder to ride 😉

[@catwomanon3s144]

HD stands for Harley-Davidson and yes, it is a trike, 3-wheel. You stated, “Be very aware that a trike is way more dangerous and harder to ride.” Please provide research-based evidence that supports your statement.

[@jamesglenn520]

@@catwomanon3s144 My wife and I belong to the Spyder Rider Chapter in our area. We have 4 HD Trike riders in our group that we ride with. It's very common knowledge that the trikes don't handle as well at higher speeds and they Absolutely Do Not Corner like a Spyder or Ryker.

[@terrimccallum7609]

I’ve only had mine for a month and less than 2 hundred miles I didn’t like all the vibrating. But I’m glad to hear about all the problems after adding accessories now I don’t think I want any🤷🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for the feedback

[@chrisbarkley3435]

Use house door stick on insulation weather stripping to pad body panels from squeaking

[@c8pate744]

I'm trying it out this weekend

[@jamespondy0]

1. coolant reservoir cracking at the neck- chasing empty reservoir problem 2. wires for the lights breaking right behind the optional plastics- those broke when I was bone stock at about 7000 miles -2021 Ryker Original owner 10k miles

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching and commenting

[@migueldelaguardia]

Thank you brother for the info.I was thinking about a Ryker sport but i am used to Japanese bike reliability.You save me a lot of trouble. Thanks

[@c8pate744]

Glad I could help

[@johnpatterson4272]

Thank you for the honest commentary, it's genuine and to the point. The factory installed lighting system is a noted issue among many riders. I'm not dealing with the after-market strap-on seat, what are your thoughts? Let me hear about your comments for a bigger windshield and running boards. God bless.

[@c8pate744]

Those strap on seats are terrible. Don't bother buying

[@angiegarrett3281]

I’m so glad I ran into this video. Thanks for sharing this information I’m a 2022 Ryker 600 newbie of 3 weeks.

[@c8pate744]

Appreciate you for watching

[@ryanpatterson1825]

I've had my 2019 for 3 years never experienced any of these issues

[@samchisolm8713]

Yep, VSS LIMP MODE killed it for me. I enjoyed it very much, but I had to let it go because I just couldn't trust the bike. Multiple re-flashes and ECM's didn't cure the problem.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching

[@paulheinl9684]

Read the forums, it seems that the YAW sensor is the culprit. Done had to replace that thing twice, and probably going to be a third time on my wife's 22 Rally

[@pjfrog10]

Only thing happened on my 2019 Ryker 600 was my Yaw Sensor went out. I went 42 mph all winter until it warmed up in the Spring so I could get to the Dealer. sensor replaced and fault was cleared and my bike was back to running fantastic.

[@pjfrog10]

I determined not to add light. Only put on some speakers. No problems.

[@c8pate744]

Okay appreciate the update

[@vthomas2313]

Good thing I did my research BEFORE Purchasing one of these Problems. I want one but refuse to pull the trigger until These and other ridiculous issues have been addressed by the Manufacturer. They act like these, and other issues are nonexistent and refuse to acknowledge them. Good Video, But I'll keep my 1000 for the time being. Nice Video

[@c8pate744]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@singlesparq]

Had mine for a couple of years and no issues except for maybe number 4 with the rattles. But never got any error msg and I’ve added a few lights (other than I didn’t tie down the wires enough that it got burnt from the heat shield!). My only regrets is maybe not getting the rally edition for Better shocks cuz the rough roads can really knock you around. Can’t wait for the electric version, bye bye engine vibrations!

[@c8pate744]

What do you honestly think about the elkha shocks?

[@tpv59]

WHAT electric version???

[@croomcas]

2020 Rally with about 1800 miles. No problems yet, still going strong. No added electronics/lights.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for the feedback

[@anthonyhulse1248]

1. Draining the battery by adding electrical bling. 2. Expecting it to ride like a car. 3. Expecting it to ride like a motorbike. 4. Using brake and throttle at the same time 5. Death grip on the handlebars.

[@c8pate744]

Appreciate that

[@robertwilliams6838]

ABS/wheel speed sensor wiring behind both front fender wheel covers rub agains tires and cut through wire causing fault code.

[@cjonescustomz]

Hadn’t had that issue. Probably because I have lights on my A-Arms and I have them zip tied up and out of the way.

[@c8pate744]

Good point

[@blumoneyjohnson5795]

I got a 2020 I've only had to change my battery and its been great so far...

[@c8pate744]

Knock on wood!

[@jamesglenn520]

What was your reason for changing the battery?

[@chrisbarkley3435]

Take brake pads off and bevel off the front leading edge of each pad with a grinder and the squeaking brakes will be gone until the pads need replaced,the square edge is the problem,I have done this many times on two wheel bikes and worked every time

[@c8pate744]

Hmm, I might try this

[@whysoicy5945]

Bro tbh I had my since July 1 and tbh I love it I got my decals and all that jbl portable speaker ,I never done nothing electrical and tbh I never got the vvs code and I got 750 miles almost on it

[@c8pate744]

Knock on wood my friend!

[@mojoe1824]

I have 2359 miles on my 2022 never had a issue yet but my brakes still Squeak tho lol.

[@whysoicy5945]

@@mojoe1824 facts bro just hit 900 miles no issue tbh I feel like if u out extras mods that have to go to battery ya bikes end up messing up ,I just drive it the way it is and it’s prefect love my ryker

[@sherriconner8898]

Don't let this keep you from buying a Riker, my boyfriend bought one and we are having a blast and having no Problems with it. Took a ride on the Dragons tail and to Cherokee mtns and to Maggie valley it drove great!.

[@c8pate744]

Great feedback

[@ChrisStokes-jr7kh]

I have a 2020 Ryker Rally 900cc with 10,000 miles and haven't experienced Any of these issues. Don't let this guy scare you.

[@c8pate744]

Lmao. Hahaha. Facts

[@plumcrazy224]

Yes my girlfriend has taking hers to the shop 3 times for that VSS valt with the same codes and we replaced the steering angle kit and that didn't help either because it came back on 2 weeks later

[@c8pate744]

She might be riding the throttle and brake a lot at the same time

[@plumcrazy224]

@@c8pate744 no she's not doin that because the shop said they can't find anything wrong

[@kullathankyou]

I just bought a 2021 cam am ryker rally 900 hope everything goes well its stock so I will be getting a passenger seat windshield and probably a radio other than that ill just keep it how it is

[@c8pate744]

I hear ya. Thank you for the feedback

[@Daddyc1684]

The 2022's doesn't rust in the wheels. Well so far mines hasn't rust yet.

[@c8pate744]

You might have caps over them

[@softballbyfat]

My number 1 complaint is all the looks I get while I'm riding.

[@c8pate744]

Why is that a complaint?

[@softballbyfat]

@@c8pate744 it's not. I love all the looks. It's either the Harley hatters, the that thing is cool or the people trying to figure out what the hell it is. 😆 🤣 😂

[@RadiantRyker50]

Out of all of the issues on this list! I’ve only heard a little noise- that I’ve learned is expected

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for the feedback

[@chulow9024]

My brakes are squealing. I was like damn...

[@c8pate744]

I swear the only thing that helped me was water although some will disagree

[@ROTAX1]

To fix the squeak issue, you need a good brake stop for the pads… several good hard brakes generally will fix that issue. Meaning, doing 70 on the road and doing several hard brakes…70 to 0, hard, not letting off the break till you come to a complete stop. Brakes like that general seats the pads.

[@cjonescustomz]

Battery is extremely small. Replaced the battery and made a cut into the molding to make the space bigger for a larger battery. Battery in the frunk for accessories so no more accessory issues.

[@c8pate744]

Can you send me a pic of that frunk?

[@jamesglenn520]

The physical size of the battery is not important. The Cold Cranking amps and the Reserve Capacity is what to verify/consider when purchasing a different battery.

[@Cinccinatti_C3]

C8 the VSS for a lot of people is from riding the breaks. People gotta read and understand you can’t do that. #2 silicon grease on the breaks will help with squeaking. #3 people need to purchase cap covers and use silicon grease. #4 nothing you can do on the plastics but pad those areas with some type of tape to help with the noises for those having that problem. Bonus, I I like the PPAs but I think I like the 22 sport wheels better. I decide I’m going with the Rally but want the sports wheels. But the rally wheels are constructed with hard material for Offroad purposes. They specifically designed those rally wheels to takeoff Offroad abuse.

[@c8pate744]

The 22 sport wheel is the business. They look good in pics and up close

[@Cinccinatti_C3]

@@c8pate744 yeah bro they are legit.

[@ROTAX1]

Never never never, put silicone grease on your brake pads.

[@jamesglenn520]

@@ROTAX1 I sell brake grease 5 days a week. You Don't put it on the wear surface for God Sakes!! You put in on the back and ends where the metal of the pad touches the Calipers and Pistons 👍

[@ROTAX1]

@@jamesglenn520 I get that…most of the people reading the comments have never done a brake job in their life. Many would most likely apply grease to the disk surface. I have seen that done. And most would not have the skill or knowledge to pull the calipers and remove the pads to apply the grease in the right place. Have a great day.

[@twoseriousdogs6762]

Damn this puts me on the fence about buying one now. Prolly just wait another year or so till they fix some of these issues. 15+k is a lot of money to spend on a bike

[@roosterinmarari]

Yeah I would recommend doing that. I purchased mine a few days before the recall. I spent like $16,200 OTD. its been in the shop longer than ive been able to ride. But from what it seems, BRP will never have their sh*t together...very poor craftsmanship.

[@cjonescustomz]

Yes, CanAm and BRP need to get it together. I have a 2020 and no issues except for the one VSS fault that my accessories blew a fuse and I pray that everything with all Rykers gets together because there are thousands spent daily to make these Rykers look different!

[@roosterinmarari]

@@cjonescustomz 🙏 im hoping another company catches the wave and starts making 3 wheelers so we got more reliable options instead of BRP.

[@arnisbole7821]

15 plus k what are you buying the rally with all the add ons possible? That’s way to much to be paying

[@twoseriousdogs6762]

@@arnisbole7821 yeah I was thinking top of the line edition with a few add-ons .... Nothing electric though as it seems that's a source for potential disaster

[@sheliabenson5496]

We bought 2 Can Am Ryker Rallys and never have had any issues yet in 3 years.

[@c8pate744]

How many miles on each?

[@tpv59]

WHAT A GREAT video. 10/10. THANK YOU sir. It was PERFECT. Only just ordered one. Thanks again. Greetings from 'OZ'. (Australia)

[@c8pate744]

Thank you! I wish I could ride my bike out in Australia!

[@DARKSIDE-kf5wr]

Slingmods lights are really durable and long lasting!!

[@c8pate744]

Some of the lights are. Any of there fender lights have to be consistently replaced. All of my lights came from slingmod

[@alonewolf858]

When ever you fit accessories lights always think 5 pin or 4 pin relay people and fuses to go with the relays and 90 percent of those problems weren’t be there.

[@c8pate744]

Damn, excellent point. Good feedback thanks

[@roosterinmarari]

Yup. I agree with you 1000%. I’m going back to a motorcycle after buying this unreliable POS. I love mine so much and they’re extremely fun but they are made from cheap parts and mine has been in the shop longer than I’ve been able to ride it. BRP seems like a sh*t company. Can’t wait to sell mine and be back on reliable 2 wheels again.

[@c8pate744]

I hear ya!

[@TheWolf047]

Sounds like you got a shitty ryker or put too many changes to it... I've had mine for a year now and the only reason its been in the shop is for and oil change.

[@roosterinmarari]

@@TheWolf047 I haven’t made a single upgrade to it. Completely stock. Broken in according to the owners manual. Possible I got one from a bad batch.

[@jamesglenn520]

@@roosterinmarari What is the issues you are having with yours? I wouldn't think that the time frame at the dealership would have that much to do with the Manufacturer BRP.

[@TraveladvRajanSRai]

Depends there gud not all r. Ur crazy bro makes airplanes n trains tf u knw

[@jamesjasper3]

The plastic does make a lot of noise. I’ll just get a louder exhaust so that can’t hear it. How’s that Bluetooth speaker sound?

[@c8pate744]

The speaker is decent. Its not over loud but has enough sound to still hear it while riding on the eway.

[@Guardian2003]

Brake squeal is easily sort. Coppaslip paste on the anti-squeal shims.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching

[@Guardian2003]

@@c8pate744 not sure if this actually has anti-squeal shims (like cars do) so a thin smear on the back of the brake pads will do the same. If it still squeals after that, then it'll be brake dust - easy to determine by running a hose pipe over the brakes. Some cars do the same - my Mini needs a weekly hosing down to stop the squeal because I've not had the time to take the brake pads out to coppaslip them.

[@dougheltion8109]

Thanks for doing this video C8 Pate I just got a 22 Ryker sport 900 Ace September last year and my breaks I noticed are squeaky obviously I didn't have much riding time as I bought it late in the season this video was much helpful also how do like your shad saddle bag? I'm getting my part in hopefully Friday this week🤞

[@c8pate744]

I love my shade bag! The more storage the better

[@dougheltion8109]

@@c8pate744 Thanks for the reply and yes I couldn't agree more especially when the Ryker is a fun bike but I couldn't spring for those accessories or find one accessoried like a big ol Harley

[@drzrider3440]

I would guess the brake squeeking just change your pads to carbon.

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching

[@ROTAX1]

The issue with rust on the wheel hubs is an easy fix…can of black paint and a good masking job…problem solved. You will just need to jack up each side as you do it so you can turn the wheel to get full coverage on the inner and outer hub areas.

[@c8pate744]

Think I might do that project tomorrow

[@tpv59]

THANK YOU.

[@ernie5187]

#6 Sloppy steering columns! If you push the bars up and back. Theirs play in the steering housing bushings.

[@c8pate744]

Great point!

[@David_Jit]

So glad I’m buying a sport 900 & going to keep it pretty much stock lol

[@c8pate744]

Very smart man

[@MrVJWest]

I just got my 2023 900 sport yesterday and today I have vss fault on farther day heart broken!! Taking it back to dealership Tuesday

[@werideplaces3675]

The gas gage should be number 1 it's not right on all of them and will lead to way bigger issues. Mine currently is 4 bars down and is damn near empty.

[@c8pate744]

Great point!

[@laflammr]

very interesting video, but what is the percentage of people have that problems it 100% of machine sold or 2% of machine sold. that makes a different.

[@c8pate744]

Okay I will get numbers on it

[@SummerLaShayATL]

Good afternoon so What are your top three companies you like to buy your products from?

[@c8pate744]

Amazon has some items you can get for cheap. Mainly slingmod has everything you need but its pricey.

[@otissanders2624]

It is what it is but nobody wants to pay 15 grand for continuous problems no matter how fun it is

[@roosterinmarari]

Exactly

[@arnisbole7821]

TheSe don’t cost 15k unless ur talking about rally with add ons

[@c8pate744]

I hear you Otis. You always keep it real

[@cusecollectables730]

2 Wheels or 4 Bruh. 3 aint the right number especially with all the drama on these. They are uncomfortable, awkward, super rough ride and slow as shit.. With that being said. Trade dat shit in!!! 🤑Ride safe😁.

[@c8pate744]

Trade it in and get what?

[@benfrank1583]

​@@c8pate744they didn't total mine it's fine just needs repaired. But if I could zx6r or ftr1200 because of the badass noise each makes

[@CONQUISTADOR79]

Now I’m freaking about the ryker !!! Do they even come with warranty??? This is my first time watching your channel thank you bro!!!

[@c8pate744]

They come with a one year warranty.

[@CONQUISTADOR79]

@@c8pate744 nice thank you

[@tcroft9363]

I have a 5 year warranty on mine. I don't have any of these issues.

[@DavidLewis-sp5my]

You know what !!! I was gonna buy one of these after watching this vid I’m good!!! No way

[@c8pate744]

Lmao, okay I hear you

[@luissantos2289]

Same here. Have an old Yamaha vstar that I have owned for 17 years that had very minor issues. Thinking of getting a Ryker but probably won’t. Don’t want to deal with stupid bike issues when it’s still new or close to new. That’s maybe why I have seen a lot of these used can am Ryker’s for sale with low mileage.

[@roywalls5595]

I am thinking get one because I have weak knee and hard pick up Piaggio mp3 250 & weight 560bls!

[@c8pate744]

Okay my guy just the ryker family. We will be happy to have you

[@ryanpatterson1825]

Mine is a 600cc ace I have seen issues with the rally and the 900cc

[@c8pate744]

Thanks for the feedback

[@angelaspencer05.73]

#3 Rust I think that's important to look for

[@c8pate744]

Yea for sure

[@DavidBussey-nk4rq]

My bike front two wheel lights was staying on and the taillights was strobing

[@c8pate744]

Wth

[@Frank-jq8fr]

Think your bikes a lemon. I’ve got 3 k on mine it’s a 22 900 ace a bunch of mods haven’t had any issues. I will agree with the brakes, just put the ebc pads on from sling mods. I’ve only had my bike for 3 months

[@c8pate744]

I dont think its a lemon. Like the dealer said i went a little overboard with the mods. And I have 12k miles on it now so things will start to happen at that point

[@briangodek1989]

As with anything made to break today...I think it's better to buy one with all the bugs worked out.

[@c8pate744]

I agree with you

[@juanjuan6725]

Make your front right tire to move left to right at 50 to 70 mph

[@c8pate744]

Thank you for watching

[@gdhall5311]

The only thing electrical that I put on my spyder were fog lights and I don't really plan to do much more. I am glad that I bought the spyder because as I've said before, it has everything that I need. I hope that you get everything squared away with your bike.

[@c8pate744]

You just keep teasing me with that spyder. I might have to join the club soon

[@MonacoSpeed]

Good stuff to know, I’m about to buy one here in Japan. Thank you for the info.

[@c8pate744]

They have a lot of rykers in Japan?

[@MonacoSpeed]

@@c8pate744 yes sir, they are everywhere. We even have a can am club here. I’m not a member but it’s there.

[@cantstopthomasville9932]

The height of front of the ryker..with bumps u definitely need to go slow slow over em

[@c8pate744]

I agree

[@edwardortiz6876]

I got a 2021 Ryker 900 ace, and it just shot of on me,, now it wont starr. A message on the Cluster says read safety card befoure operating. I replace the Battery, reset the cluster, still wont start. Very fustraited. Its only got 1,200 miles on it. 😡😡

[@c8pate744]

It's probably something simple like a fuse

[@edwardortiz6876]

@@c8pate744 fuses tested good,, i did found the fuel pomp its not working. Got power to the pomp, but pomp is not working.

[@corywalker9498]

How many of you drive fast. Really ride like sports bike? And not just through town slow like atv if so I can see no issues

[@c8pate744]

Great point! I ride hard

[@Patrick-jq3lw]

I just Donated my 900 Triumph Trophy because my hip was giving me problems keeping bike up at stops how is the vibration in your seat

[@c8pate744]

Thx for watching

[@Dr.JakeGordon]

Just bought a 2000 with 1,800 miles on it. So far so good. I want to add an exhaust, intake for more power. And a stereo system with lights. Should I hold back on any of these and just ride the bike for a few thousand miles to see how everything goes first?

[@c8pate744]

Just watch on the lights. That's usually where the problem comes in

[@moosemoosepower]

How do the sway bars and shocks hold up? the only thing that’s preventing me from buying this right now is the question of maintenance. How hard is it to maintain and how much do I have to maintain?

[@c8pate744]

Easy to maintain as long as you don't add a ton of accessories

[@mr_216]

No problems with my 2020 ryker rally

[@c8pate744]

How long have you had it and did you add a lot of mods to it?

[@mr_216]

@@c8pate744 Since 2020. Yes Added some speakers amp and lights all in 20202 no problems

[@ZabDevin]

Sounds to me like CanAm needs to get their shit together. I’ve owned several motorcycles (Kawasaki, Honda, Yamaha, Ducati, Triumph) and have never experienced any rust because they generally use parts that do not rust (e.g, stainless steel, anodized aluminum, alloy, etc.). Unacceptable, considering the cost of these machines. I still think they’re kool bikes though, overall.

[@c8pate744]

It's a decent bike. Just has some quality control issues

[@juanjoseavalosgonzalez5905]

I have one problem more, my ryker 2021 run in mexican routes (bad whats)😢 for this byke. Sorry for my english. Grettings.

[@c8pate744]

Thank u for the feedback

[@pdog708]

I know you talking about the Cam Ryker. I get it. I got my motorcycle license 3 years ago, I was going to buy C R Rally but The reviews of driving it on the expressway was so terrifying. I decided not to buy one . Bought a sports bike motorcycle I'm so glad I didn't buy the Rally Cam Ryker

[@c8pate744]

I hear you! Can am still has a few things to work out with these

[@TraveladvRajanSRai]

I got a carbed 05 Brute force and Atk 605 dual sport bike rotax n 400ex No probs

[@c8pate744]

Okay I see you!

[@blazingseven7254]

Thanks for this video! I’ve been struggling with Sling Mods turn signals & lower brake light! My bike completely shorted out on the road, shut off & needed a tow. It kept blowing fuses, then started smoking 😮Turns out the wires were frayed & had to be fixed. The install was correct. Luckily they sent my replacement for the brake light. Love those lights, but been a nightmare! Do yours stop working all of a sudden? How do you fix it???

[@c8pate744]

Depending on how hard I hit a pot hole it pinches a wire and the lights have to be replaced. Sometimes bulbs go out too

[@blazingseven7254]

@@c8pate744 thanks for responding. Mental note not to hit the pot holes 😂 I do love those turn signals!

[@familyjustisp107]

much appreciated definatley helps in my decision on which to get and what to look for

[@c8pate744]

No problem at all! Thanks for watching