Riva Yamaha Sponson install and review - ***Testing didn't go as planned*** Yamaha GP1800R

I install a pair of Riva Yamaha Pro-Series Sponsons on my GP1800r. I also replaced my stock handle grips with ODI - Rogue Lock On grips. I take it out to the lake to test the sponsons when the unexpected happened! Below is the Sponson Info but I do not recommend the handle grips. Please hit the "Like" and "Subscribe" button. Thanks for watching!
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[@grantbilcher3163]

You need the bar extenders to put those grips on stock bars. And need to tighten the screws till the clamp butts up against itself. I’d bet you’ll like them. They’re great on my 90mph+ GP.

[@tommytsadventures]

I ended up ordering the same grips but used the end clamps that came with it and they work great! I originally used a different end clamp and that's what failed.

[@JDsWaterWorld]

Damn! Well glad you’re OK!

[@tommytsadventures]

Thanks JD! It was still a successful day. Got to ride all day and the sponsons worked perfectly, although I did adjust them up one notch, LOL.

[@kkutube1972]

The 2 degree was what my Kawa needed.

[@tommytsadventures]

It really made a difference in the midrange. It also helped getting the bow up.

[@loxahatcheeliving2300]

What a fall! Can't believe that grip came loose. I think I saw a gator in the background. lol

[@tommytsadventures]

Haha, I wasn't even thinking of gators at the time....now though...lol

[@fishing4dinner]

Yikes Tommy, glad you’re alright man! Tough brk w those grips on the first trip out…not cool!!!! Do those sponsons do anything for low speed handling or just up on plane? I had no idea these things existed for skis….2cool!

[@tommytsadventures]

Thanks Marc, could've been worse! Those grips were recommended. I won't be using that brand again. The sponsons help with traction during turns. I didn't really notice them at low speeds, but medium to high speeds you better hang on!

[@halofour01]

Glad you're all right!! Back when I had my ski I could slide the back end around and that's how I liked it. lol

[@tommytsadventures]

Thanks Steve! Little sore today but nothing I'm not used to LOL.

[@RM.Adventures_]

What a way to end the day.

[@tommytsadventures]

Yes it was! It was still a good time!

[@YourNextCast]

The grips looked good. Sorry the test run didn't go as well as you would have liked. Catch you on the next one.

[@tommytsadventures]

Too bad, I really liked the feel of them. The main goal was to test the sponsons which worked great!

[@kkutube1972]

Ouch!!! The grip.

[@tommytsadventures]

It was totally unexpected. I think it was the aftermarket end caps that failed. My new set works perfectly!

[@surfer8210]

@@tommytsadventures What new set did you get?

[@tommytsadventures]

@@surfer8210 I read all the reviews on the ODI grips and there was nothing but high reviews. I ended up getting the same exact grips but didn't use the Riva End Caps. That is what failed. I used the end caps that came with the ODI grips, and it worked perfectly.

[@surfer8210]

@@tommytsadventures Fantastic Thanks for the quick reply

[@tommytsadventures]

@@surfer8210Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@Watercraftshack]

Have you rode since adjusting sponsons ?

[@tommytsadventures]

Yes, I adjusted it to the middle setting. Way better!

[@strvph64]

Any results of the pump wedge?

[@tommytsadventures]

I haven't installed it yet. I'm hoping to do it this week and test this weekend. I'll definitely post the results.

[@JoshDK-]

Looking forward to the pump wedge install and review ✌️