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Title: Official RYCA Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/12/11 at 18:59:47 It's cool to see you Ryca guys/girls over here on the Savage forum. It's probably the most friendly and helpful forum I've ever been on, motorcycles or otherwise. I'm more of a lurker....I only have about 60 posts here, but I'll try to make some time to answer any questions and post updates for anyone who is interested. The first people to see the CS-1 besides my shopmates were the people on this forum, and since that post (http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1273643883/0), things got pretty crazy for Ryca. Thanks again for the encouragement and helpful info along the way. Now that things are rolling, we want to keep everyone up to date on what's happening, and the forum is a good place to talk about stuff that would otherwise get lost on Facebook or on a website. It seems like the majority of our customers are very similar to us: DIY types who are interested in details. So this thread will be an attempt to answer questions and post updates and share information. We have a lot of fun things planned for the future, and it will be cool to see what you guys come up with...and the bikes you build. I chose the Suzuki Savage because I thought the possibilities were endless. I'll post a summary of the CS-1 updates tomorrow when I get some time, and we'll add to this thread as part of our weekly updates. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Here's a summary of the first few CS-1 updates we send out on a weekly basis... - The first 3 videos of the how-to series are up on our Youtube channel (www.youtube.com/rycamotors). They cover the tear down process, the front-fork lowering mod, and the required cuts to the frame. Hopefully, the lowering mod video will be helpful to people building other projects besides the CS-1. You can make your own spacers with PVC and cut them to any length you want. - We just received the custom Ryca clip-ons. They are polished aluminum and made specific for the S40/Savage (38mm fork / 1 inch bars). Included the complete kit. - If you're on the pre-order list, you can choose one of three options to get stuff early and start on your project before you receive a kit... OPTION 1: Lowering kit only (machined aluminum spacers and the damper rod removal tool) OPTION 2: Lowering kit + custom Ryca clip-ons OPTION 3: Lowering kit + clip-ons + front suspension upgrade by Progressive. Option 1 and 2 are covered by your deposit. Option 3 will cost $75. Free shipping with the US and Canada. - Core exchange update: Please send a few pics of your tank if it is damaged to make sure we can work with it. The policy will be to mod and return the same tank that you sent to us (some customers have a mint condition tank and want it back!). The sidestand mount is no longer included in the core exchange -- we're making those from scratch. The rear wheel hub is still required. - Shock upgrades from Progressive are based on their popular 440 series and will be available in black or chrome. Add $325 (black) or $375 (chrome) to your kit price. We'll get some pics of them on a bike up soon. - We'll be offering a good price break for kits in bare metal or primer-only. It will speed up the process and reduce wait times. - The CS-1 has not been tested with a chain instead of belt drive. Due to the new geometry of the swingarm with longer shocks and possible clearance issues with the rear set bracket, converting to chain is NOT RECOMMENDED. - Complete kits will include a polished aluminum 18" rear rim laced to your stock hub. A Kenda will be mounted and balanced (a good match to the stock front tire if you don't want to replace the original). No mods to the swingarm will be required. - Any rear tire over 26" in diameter (including the vintage Firestone Deluxe Champions) WILL require a mod to the swingarm. If you send us your swingarm, we'll mod it and touch up the paint for only $100. - We're working on a network of dealers to assist customers who want to purchase a complete CS-1. - We're going to begin having the rearsets machined out of aluminum. You'll be able to polish them up to match the clip-ons and the rims if you like. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Serowbot on 02/12/11 at 22:20:59 You've done some neat stuff. I look forward to updates... ;)... |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by PerrydaSavage on 02/13/11 at 02:44:38 Droooool! Can't wait to see whazzup with Ryca!!! 8-) |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by s40fan on 02/13/11 at 09:56:08 Could a moderator or admin make this a sticky topic or move it to the important topics section? Thank! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by verslagen1 on 02/13/11 at 10:49:25 stickied and here are the previous ryca posts... http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1296363383 http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1283134968 http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1273643883 |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/16/11 at 16:57:36 All invoices for the fork spring upgrade should be sent out by now. If for some reason you did not get an invoice and want the fork springs, please let us know ASAP....before we start sending out the packages! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/19/11 at 19:49:42 Update for Feb. 19 Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. We're busy getting all the parts boxed and shipped, so I'll keep this update short. If you're just joining us, the packages contain a lowering kit, custom clip-ons, and a pair of Progressive springs (depending on which option you went for). I'll add this info to the website when I get a chance, but if you have no idea what I'm talking about.....just send us an email and we can ship you some things to get you started on your CS-1 project. If you need help prepping your S40/Savage, there's some great info and a few CS-1 discussions going on over at the Suzuki Savage forum. We will be adding to the videos on our Youtube Channel soon, including a full build video with detailed assembly instructions. We've hired some extra help here at the shop and will be moving through the pre-order list at a faster pace in the next few weeks. Consider ordering your kit in primer only (or even bare metal). Also, if possible, strip all the paint off your tank. You can use common paint stripper from the hardware store. We'll knock off $25 if we receive your tank free of paint and rust. More info and details in the next newsletter, along with a video on the front spring installation! Ryca Motors |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/21/11 at 20:24:34 It's not required to order the lowering kit or clip-ons early. They will be included in the complete kit. Also, the fork spring upgrade can be purchased when you finalize your kit purchase. Basically...all the options are optional! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 02/22/11 at 04:42:02 But are the optional options optional? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/23/11 at 22:47:51 All fork spring upgrade + clipons + lowering kit packages have been shipped out. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by s40fan on 02/24/11 at 15:03:24 Awesome! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by T2 on 02/24/11 at 20:16:18 So, I was hanging out by the mailbox all day, just in case my RYCA stuff came early. Then the local police showed up and told me to go home. So, I sneaked back out at dusk and waited in my car across the street. Then, a Postal Inspector showed up and told me to go home. So, I waited until dark, low crawled into the ditch across from the mail box, crawled into my sleeping bag and waited. Then, the coyotes showed up and told me to go home...sigh. This is worse than Christmas Eve when I was a kid. :'( Terry |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by runrun on 02/25/11 at 08:20:51 T2, Hey neighbor! I'm just down the road in Erie, also spending a lot of time hanging out at the mail box waiting. Would be great to compare notes. I haven't run into anything that's stumped me yet, but I will. Michael |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by randyradio on 02/25/11 at 08:30:28 Hey, I've been on the Ryca list 3 weeks not and did not get an email saying I was going to get some parts early. Do we have to ask for that? BTW Ryan told me last week that they was hiring a bunch of new staff and gearing up for doing like 50 gastanks at a time to zip things along. I'm wondering if I get it in plain primer for all their parts and get them painted here if that drops it alot? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by mick on 02/25/11 at 08:38:08 Do you have aluminum rims ? and I must ask,Why the antique tires ? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by T2 on 02/25/11 at 09:27:52 40444E4659454841444048542D0 wrote:
Mick, from the Ryca web site, here is a link to the FAQ page and the vintage tire question. RYCAMOTORS FAQ (https://docs.google.com/document/edit?id=1Uv_EtlqYg_0DEd7kqkLvMP-kUAtEdQU1gNZAa-5ZQNg&hl=en&pli=1#) Terry |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by runrun on 02/25/11 at 20:38:19 647778726F6477727F79160 wrote:
Yes, you had to ask for the fork lowering kit to be sent out early, with the options to also receive the clip-ons and Progressive fork springs early. If you didn't ask, you'll get the whole kit at the same time. Not sure if you can still have these things sent out early -- Casey's latest update makes it sound like they've sent all the early parts that they plan to send. Getting the tank and body parts in primer saves $200. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by verslagen1 on 02/25/11 at 21:18:14 20273C20273C520 wrote:
Hey! how about? I can lend you a caliper. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/25/11 at 23:38:09 UPDATE FOR FEBRUARY 25 Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. If you ordered a lowering kit, clip-ons, front fork upgrade, or combination of the three...good news, they have all been shipped out! For those of you just joining us, send us an email if you'd like to receive some items early to get started on your project. Getting them early is completely optional. All the items and upgrades will be available to you when you place your kit order. We'll be notifying another round of customers in the next few days regarding their production slot. For those who are curious, here is how the process works: 1) We will contact you and go over all the kit options, upgrades, discounts, etc. 2) We will finalize your order and send you a detailed itemized invoice. 3) We will bill you for the first half of your purchase price (the remaining balance is paid when your kit is ready to ship). 3) We will send you details on how to send us your tank and rear wheel hub. If you don't have the parts yet, we can still get started on your kit -- just send us your tank and hub as soon as you get your donor bike. Please don't send us parts until we contact you! Important note regarding payments: Ryca kits aren't made on an assembly line, and we don't have extra parts sitting on a shelf. Each order is made by hand at our shop in Los Angeles. The first half of your payment is a deposit for materials and labor to build your kit. The first half is NON REFUNDABLE. We cannot send your parts back (tank and wheel) if you change your mind after sending them. The second portion of your payment is sent when your kit is ready to ship, and includes the optional credit for stripping the paint from your tank, shipping charges, international taxes/tariffs, etc. The complete kit includes three items which are optional and can be left off your order: shocks, rear tire, and rear wheel. The price credit for the three items is as follows: Complete kit without shocks - Subtract $50 from your kit price Complete kit without rear tire - Subtract $50 from your kit price Complete kit without rear wheel - subtract $200 from your kit price (You must have your stock hub laced to the rim of your choice locally. This is a good option for those who want to have their rims powdercoated). If you don't want some of the other items included in the complete kit (clip-ons, muffler, etc), or you're planning on sourcing them yourself, please opt for the partial kit. We are encouraging customers to order their kit in primer only (or even bare metal). If you can have your tank, seat, and side covers painted locally, you save money and receive your kit much quicker (up to 3 weeks sooner). The price breaks are: $250 off the price of your kit in primer only - The tank and fiberglass parts are primered and ready for paint by your local painter. The other metal parts come powdercoated for durability. An additional $250 to receive your tank in bare metal. That's right, $500 off your kit price if you have the paint and body work done yourself (the bottom weld seam of the tank may require some body filler to achieve perfection). Your tank will be pressure tested after it's fabricated, and the other pieces will be primered and ready for paint. http://rycamotors.com/images/bare_tank.jpg Bare metal tank after welding and pressure testing. (You don't need to tell us right away which options you want. We will go over all of them when your production slot becomes available.) Reminder about stripping your tank paint: You will be credited $25 on your kit if we receive your tank free of paint and rust. No need to sand blast it, just use some paint stripper from the hardware store. Apply it until the paint begins to peel and then go over it with a wire brush. A note about shocks: The kit will include shocks which are manufactured to our specs for the CS-1. You can also upgrade to the Progressive shocks which will be available in black or chrome. For those of you sourcing your own shocks, please keep the following in mind: 1) The extended length of the shock is limited to around 13". Beyond this point, the belt will come into contact with one of the motor bolts. This hex head bolt can theoretically be replaced with a button head cap screw to allow movement of the belt beyond the 13" shock length, but this has not been tested with the CS-1. 2) The compressed length of the shock is limited to around 11". Beyond this point, the rear tire (supplied with the complete kit) will come very close to hitting the tail light. Clearances are affected by a number of factors including: - shock extended length - shock compressed length - tire diameter - placement of license plate (side mounted vs centered) - weight of rider and spring rate We are including components that will work together if you purchase them as part of the complete kit. If you purchase them separately, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO TEST AND VERIFY THAT THE COMPONENTS YOU SELECT WILL WORK TOGETHER. At Ryca, we're all for experimentation and testing new ideas. Just please keep in mind we can't account for every possible combination of aftermarket accessories and all of factors that could possibly cause clearance and performance issues. Speaking of clearance issues...the stock header pipe of the Suzuki S40/Savage wasn't designed for the steeper swingarm angle and rearsets of a cafe racer. The kits include an exhaust bend adapter that will kick out your muffler at the proper angle. They are custom made at Ryca and then chromed for a finished appearance. A note about tanks and hubs: We don't have a supply of stock Suzuki parts, so we must fabricate your new tank from the tank you send to us, and re-lace your hub to a larger rim (complete kit only). If you plan on purchasing a bike after you order your kit, that's OK, just send us the parts when you get them. It won't change the price of your kit. However, if you cannot supply us with a tank and hub for some reason, we must add the price of a new tank and hub from Suzuki to the price of your kit, which is presently $900. We had originally planned on sourcing good condition used tanks for customers who cannot supply them, but due to the demand for kits, we just don't have time to source the items. You can send us a used tank or hub to be modded for your kit, just please make sure it's in good condition. This week's video is the front fork spring upgrade installation video. It will demonstrate the process of installing the springs, cutting the stock upper spacers to adjust pre-load, and filling the forks with oil. One last thing... If you're on the pre-order list, please make sure we can reach you! If you don't check your email often, consider sending us your phone number. Once your production slot becomes available, we need to contact you, process your order, and get started on your kit as quickly as possible. If we don't hear from you within a week, we will have to move your name to the bottom of the list. For those who have already started on your S40, we hope you're enjoying your project so far, and we're looking forward to seeing some finished bikes on the road in the very near future. Look for another update next week. Ryca Motors |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 02/25/11 at 23:42:30 52554E52554E200 wrote:
Yes, you had to ask for the fork lowering kit to be sent out early, with the options to also receive the clip-ons and Progressive fork springs early. If you didn't ask, you'll get the whole kit at the same time. Not sure if you can still have these things sent out early -- Casey's latest update makes it sound like they've sent all the early parts that they plan to send. Getting the tank and body parts in primer saves $200.[/quote] Randy, You can receive the parts at any time. If you want them early, just send us an email and let us know which option you want. Option 1: lowering kit only (covered by your pre-order deposit) Option 2: lowering kit plus custom clip-ons (covered by your pre-order deposit) Option 3: lowering kit, clip-ons, and front suspension upgrade ($75 invoiced via email) Sorry this is confusing, I just haven't had time to update the website with all this new info. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Max_Morley on 03/03/11 at 15:07:06 From this months issue of MCN (motorcycle consumer news) a full page article on the RYCA CS-1 mods of the Savage with lots of pictures. I'll bet the prices on used Savages holds up high for a while. Max |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/07/11 at 19:45:24 Update for March 7 Newsletter with links and images: http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=f960391aaaa7fe642e4bfac85&id=8d9fbfce26 Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. For those of you just joining us, make sure to check out the how-to videos. You can review all the previous CS-1 update newsletters here. All the weekly updates are also posted on the Suzuki Savage forum. Here's a new piece we've been working on -- it's an exhaust bend adapter for aftermarket mufflers (included in complete and partial kits). We cut and weld them here, and then have them chromed: The adapter attaches to the stock Suzuki header pipe and kicks the muffler out at the proper angle to avoid interference with the rear-sets and swingarm. We'll have some photos up soon, and it will be covered in the next video.... The Build Video. The big one. Start to finish, how to complete your CS-1. It will cover every part of the assembly and installation. We're working on it now. For those who like printed instructions, we'll also make all the information available in PDF format and include an instruction manual with the kit. All kits come with a 1 year, unlimited mile warranty and tech support. You can call us or send us an email at help@rycamotors.com. We received another batch of tanks and hubs today.... Reminder about stripping your tank paint: You will be credited $25 on your kit if we receive your tank free of paint and rust. No need to sand blast it, just use some paint stripper from the hardware store. Apply it until the paint begins to peel and then go over it with a wire brush. One last thing... If you're on the pre-order list, please make sure we can reach you! If you don't check your email often, consider sending us your phone number. Once your production slot becomes available, we need to contact you, process your order, and get started on your kit as quickly as possible. If we don't hear from you within a week, we will have to move your name to the bottom of the list. Ryca Motors |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 03/08/11 at 05:08:56 RYCA- do you have a color list yet for the tank and fiberglass parts? I am having trouble getting someone locally to either give me a quote or actually commit to painting mine and might choose to use your services instead. If you can share a little info on your painting services that would be great- such as is it done using professional equipment? Is it clear coated? Colors? Thanks. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/12/11 at 17:51:35 52434054465B210 wrote:
Yes, the paint is done by a professional painter with 2 stage paint / clearcoat. I'll get a color chart up on the website. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/12/11 at 20:30:27 Cables: The only custom cable we use on the bikes is the extended speedometer cable (included in the complete kit). All the rest are stock. The front fork lowering mod and clip-ons will create excess lengths of cable, but you can get creative and make them look good. Zip ties are really useful, especially the ones that un-zip. The main challenge is the brake line. On my bike, I clamped it a little lower with the stock cable clamp and then tucked the rest between the forks behind the headlight. It's hidden pretty well when the tank is on. You can use the stock horn mount bracket as an attachment point for some cables. And there are some other tricks for the wiring harness. Ryan will be demonstrating how to route all the wiring and cables on the build video. But there's many ways to do, no right or wrong. Here are some pics from each side of my bike: http://www.rycamotors.com/brake-cable.jpg http://www.rycamotors.com/Ryca_cables.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/12/11 at 20:38:32 Tim Walker of Reno, NV sent us a tank last week that was extremely clean and paint-free. We asked him how he did it and what he used. Here's his reply: I used Jasco Paint & Epoxy Remover - 15 Minute Semi-Paste, bought at Home Depot. 1 Quart removed the paint off of the tank and the front fender. The cost was $8.00. It was recommended to me by the paint dept. employee. I followed the instructions and let it sit on the paint for 15 minutes, I then used a small brass brush ( the size of a tooth brush) and scarped the paint off. I removed the paint in sections, the top of the tank, then the sides and then the bottom. The Jasco is gel but you still need a level surface so that will not run off the tank. I then used an all-purpose cleaner to remove any left over paint sludge and then re-applied where there was some stubborn paint. Used some fine grade steel wool and the all-purpose cleaner to help remove any dried up paint remover. I then used a brass wire wheel in a drill motor to remove a little rust that was on the bottom of the tank where the factory did not paint. Sprayed it down with WD-40 to prevent it from rusting. If you live in dry climate you probably shouldn't have to do this, but I live in Reno, NV and the day I stripped the tank it was snowing and around 25 degrees. I didn't want to run the risk of coming out the next morning and seeing that the metal had started to rust. It took me about 2 hours to complete both the tank and fender, but that was spread out over an entire day due to waiting 15 minutes between applications of the remover. I did several other projects while I was waiting and the time seemed to go bye pretty fast. The main thing is to wait and let the remover lift the paint off, once you see the paint starting to bubble then it will scape right off with very little effort. Oh, and use some gloves to protect your hand or I'm sure you'll be removing some skin along with your paint. The fumes where not to bad so I didn't use a mask. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by s40fan on 03/13/11 at 12:53:47 If you would consider a replacement brake cable option that would be excellent. I am guessing you will get this question more as time goes on. If you dont want to source the parts perhaps you could put together a list of cable specs to provide so that folks can source their own. Thanks again! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Chicagobob on 03/14/11 at 11:15:54 I agree about the replacement cable. If we know the length, we can order a custom braided steel brake line for about $30. You could even offer this as an option. This will greatly improve brake feel and eliminate that extra loop of brake line behind the steering head. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 03/14/11 at 16:41:34 I plan on ordering some braided line myself within the next 1 month or so. If this will be offered as a custom option, then I will wait. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/14/11 at 23:05:37 Update for March 14 [Newsletter with links and images: [url]http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=f960391aaaa7fe642e4bfac85&id=30341432f9[/url] Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. For those of you just joining us, make sure to check out the how-to videos and review all the previous CS-1 Updates. The weekly updates are also posted on the Suzuki Savage forum. PLEASE !!! Pack your parts carefully when you send them to us. The tanks dent easily! (Wait until your production slot is available before sending the parts). We've been working at a furious pace the last few weeks making parts and filling orders. The next few newsletters will include some behind-the-scenes info about the origins and fabrication process of each piece in the kit. Let's start with the tank: Tanks When the tanks arrive at Ryca, they are stamped with a unique ID number. After the paint is stripped, the bottoms are chopped off, and portions of the front section are removed to allow the tank to fit much lower on the frame than the stock tank. The bottoms must be hammered a small amount to complete the lowering process. The tank is then test fitted on a jig with the CS-1 tank mount. New bottom and front pieces are fabricated and TIG welded, and the tank is pressure tested. Unless it's going back to a customer who chose the bare metal option, it's then sent to body work and paint. (The bare metal option saves you $500 on the price of your kit.) Words aren't sufficient to describe a fuel tank make-over at Ryca, so here's some pics: Rear Set Brackets The rear set bracket assemblies are fabricated from square tubing and plate steel pieces which are cut from CAD files. They are cross-braced with round tubing and are designed to attach at the rear motor mount points. The pieces are tack welded in a jig, removed, test fitted, and then TIG welded before being powdercoated. Here's one of Rob's photo-ops: Rear set brackets after tack weld Fiberglass The seat, upholstery pan, and sidecovers are made from original molds. After the molds are prepared, the fiberglass is laid by hand and cured. The pieces are then removed from the molds, lightly sanded, and prepped for primer /paint. More on the fabrication and assembly process in the next update... Paint stripping Stripping the paint off your tank really saves us time on the fabrication process, plus you will be credited $25 on the price of your kit. Stripping your tank also allows you to see the previous damage and body work on your tank. Tim Walker of Reno, NV sent us a particularly clean specimen last week, completely free of paint and rust. We asked him how he did it. Here's his reply: "I used Jasco Paint & Epoxy Remover - 15 Minute Semi-Paste, bought at Home Depot. 1 Quart removed the paint off of the tank and the front fender. The cost was $8.00. It was recommended to me by the paint dept. employee. I followed the instructions and let it sit on the paint for 15 minutes, I then used a small brass brush ( the size of a tooth brush) and scarped the paint off. I removed the paint in sections, the top of the tank, then the sides and then the bottom. The Jasco is gel but you still need a level surface so that will not run off the tank. I then used an all-purpose cleaner to remove any left over paint sludge and then re-applied where there was some stubborn paint. Used some fine grade steel wool and the all-purpose cleaner to help remove any dried up paint remover. I then used a brass wire wheel in a drill motor to remove a little rust that was on the bottom of the tank where the factory did not paint. Sprayed it down with WD-40 to prevent it from rusting. If you live in dry climate you probably shouldn't have to do this, but I live in Reno, NV and the day I stripped the tank it was snowing and around 25 degrees. I didn't want to run the risk of coming out the next morning and seeing that the metal had started to rust. It took me about 2 hours to complete both the tank and fender, but that was spread out over an entire day due to waiting 15 minutes between applications of the remover. I did several other projects while I was waiting and the time seemed to go bye pretty fast. The main thing is to wait and let the remover lift the paint off, once you see the paint starting to bubble then it will scape right off with very little effort. Oh, and use some gloves to protect your hand or I'm sure you'll be removing some skin along with your paint. The fumes where not to bad so I didn't use a mask." Thanks Tim! The Build Video. The big one. Start to finish, how to complete your CS-1. It will cover every part of the assembly and installation. Coming soon! One last thing... If you're on the pre-order list, please make sure we can reach you! If you don't check your email often, consider sending us your phone number. Once your production slot becomes available, we need to contact you, process your order, and get started on your kit as quickly as possible. If we don't hear from you within a week, we will have to move your name to the bottom of the list. Ryca Motors |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 03/15/11 at 10:16:51 LOL, it feels a little like the part about stripping the tank really well was aimed at me. Ah, my pathetic tank. But the yellow residue on the underside makes it easy for me to pick out in your photos. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by crackmonkey on 03/15/11 at 13:54:53 bad motto, go sit in the corner and polish something ;D |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/16/11 at 00:00:27 7B594259744352525E57360 wrote:
Nah, it wasn't aimed at you. We're just trying to encourage people to strip the tanks at home. It speeds everything up and cuts down on all the fumes in the shop. Not to mention the stripper jokes. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 03/31/11 at 23:06:26 CS-1 UPDATE FOR MARCH 31 (Here's the newsletter with pictures: http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=f960391aaaa7fe642e4bfac85&id=2b20df4a8c) Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. For those of you just joining us, make sure to check out the how-to videos and review all the previous CS-1 Updates. The weekly updates are also posted on the Suzuki Savage forum. Send us an email if you would like to receive the lowering kit and custom clip-ons ahead of your kit. New shocks The standard shocks included in the complete kit are manufactured to our specs specifically for the CS-1. They have adjustable pre-load and come in black or chrome. When installed with the standard rear tire, you will be able to use a center-mounted license plate without any clearance issues. An optional license plate mount is included with the tail light (with integrated turn signals, running light, and license plate light). We'll have some more photos of the shocks installed on a bike soon... Standard shocks (available in black or chrome) with Kenda rear tire. Battery Box The battery box is lined with neoprene rubber and allows the stock battery to be strapped into place. It also provides mounting points for the rectifier (on the front) and the starter solenoid (on the bottom). The fiberglass side covers attach to the battery box via stainless steel thumbscrews. The hole at the top is for routing electronics. The battery box is bolted to the frame at the stock seat mounts in front and the stock fender mounts in the rear. All required fasteners for the CS-1 are either re-used from your stock Suzuki or supplied with the kit. Battery box pieces and hardware before fabrication. Battery box with rectifier attached. More on the fabrication and assembly process in the next update. Brake Cables Several customers are installing shorter brake lines to avoid the excess length of cable resulting from the lowering mod. David Finn from Illinois put together this tutorial with pictures. Thanks Dave! We'll post a front turn signal mod next week. If you've done any cool/useful mods and want to share the info, please send us an email. Paint stripping reminder You get a $25 discount if your tank arrives free of paint and rust. Please strip the entire tank, not just the top! Here's a good how-to on paint stripping from Tim Walker of Nevada. This week's video is a 3 part series showing the installation process of the battery box, belt guard, seat assembly, side panels, and tail light on the CS-1. The build series will continue with videos covering the installation of the remaining components and a video on routing/wiring of electrical components coming up soon. One last thing... If you're on the pre-order list, please make sure we can reach you! If you don't check your email often, consider sending us your phone number. Once your production slot becomes available, we need to contact you, process your order, and get started on your kit as quickly as possible. If we don't hear from you within a week, we will have to move your name to the bottom of the list. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/01/11 at 09:27:36 Hot dog......good news today from Ryca; my kit is ready to be produced. I will give them one more hour to wake up this morning before calling and activating my project along with all of the options available. Oh yes baby... bring it on. Back brace or not when its time its time. If I have to put a mattress in the garage and do it from a laying down postion I will find a way. I have even considered taking the engine from REX and using that in the 2005/2007 (cannot remember right now which it is) S40 that was designated for the project. That is one way to get around the electrical/ignition demons I've been dealing with the past 2 yrs on that thing. Besides, I had already removed the tank mounts from REX's frame so the newly mod'd tank for the CS-1 kit would not work on REX's frame. I really want REX's engine to be in the CS-1...............it just needs to be that way...............YA KNOW !!! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 04/02/11 at 06:19:51 5558575A5C4B0B0E390 wrote:
I'm not following you. You need to cut the tank mounts off anyway for the Ryca kit. They supply new bolt-on mounts to reposition the tank lower. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 04/02/11 at 09:54:39 This photo from the Ryca Facebook page makes me think, "Hmmmmmmm, cafe racer meets rat bike. That would be different -- and less uptight -- than the carefully polished and painted thing I've been working on. It's not too late to change plans." http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk182/motobuddha/4b72a1d6.png |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 04/05/11 at 07:57:00 Some more assembly videos are up at this link: http://www.bikermetric.com/2011/04/ryca-cs-1-cafe-racer-assembly-videos.html Or at their YouTube site: http://www.youtube.com/user/rycamotors |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by runrun on 04/07/11 at 08:40:10 507269725F687979757C1D0 wrote:
This is what I'm going for, at least for now. Maybe next winter, after riding the rat and seeing what other mods are necessary, I'll take it apart again and really clean it up. Really like the hugger. Casey, what was the donor? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/07/11 at 23:39:00 646378646378160 wrote:
'86 red Savage http://rycamotors.com/images/1986.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 04/08/11 at 18:47:41 Alas, the kit didn't arrive in time for my birthday. But soon. Soon. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 04/09/11 at 05:19:24 happy birthday anyways! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/18/11 at 20:44:35 CS-1 UPDATE FOR APRIL 18 (Here's the newsletter with pictures and links: http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=f960391aaaa7fe642e4bfac85&id=8eac313304 Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. For those of you just joining us, make sure to check out the how-to videos and review all the previous CS-1 Updates. The weekly updates are also posted on the Suzuki Savage forum. Send us an email if you would like to receive the lowering kit and custom clip-ons ahead of your kit. We've been working overtime to fill all of your orders, and we're VERY close to being caught up. Here's an update for current kit orders: - The custom made extended speedometer cables have arrived. - The new batch of wheels arrived last week and have been sent out for polishing and lacing. - Metal parts have been sent to powdercoat. - Tanks have been welded and pressure tested. Body work is in progress for those who want a primered or painted kit. - The new standard shocks we had manufactured to our specs are on the way, but have not arrived yet. The bare metal option includes a modded tank that has not been body filled or painted, with fiberglass parts which are primered and ready for paint. If you have already placed an order for a bare metal kit but don't want your fiberglass parts primered, please send and email to Ryan at ryan@rycamotors.com as soon as possible. Headlight Painting - Here's a quick guide to painting and clear-coating your headlight case with readily available Duplicolor lacquer. Front Turn Signals - Some of you have asked about front turn signal options. Here's a pretty easy mod you can use to install a pair of mini-turn signals on your CS-1. Wheel Lacing - Ken Campbell from Ohio wrote a great tech article on the Suzuki Savage forum covering the dis-assembly and re-lacing of the front Suzuki wheel. The next series of videos will be posted soon. They will cover the rest of the build process and show you how to finish the bike. We'll also demonstrate the process of tuning the carb with the supplied jet set (included in the complete kit). Paint stripping reminder You get a $25 discount if your tank arrives free of paint and rust. Please strip the entire tank, not just the top! Here's a good how-to on paint stripping from Tim Walker of Nevada. One last thing... If you're on the pre-order list, please make sure we can reach you! If you don't check your email often, consider sending us your phone number. Once your production slot becomes available, we need to contact you, process your order, and get started on your kit as quickly as possible. If we don't hear from you within a week, we will have to move your name to the bottom of the list. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 04/28/11 at 15:25:42 Thanks for the initial load of parts! Whee! http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk182/motobuddha/a7289ff0.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/29/11 at 21:24:09 CS-1 UPDATE FOR APRIL 28 (Here's the newsletter with pictures and links: http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=f960391aaaa7fe642e4bfac85&id=f8620ca416 Hello, and thanks for placing a pre-order for a Ryca CS-1. For those of you just joining us, make sure to check out the how-to videos and review all the previous CS-1 Updates. The weekly updates are also posted on the Suzuki Savage forum. Send us an email if you would like to receive the lowering kit and custom clip-ons ahead of your kit. Several people have asked about the issue of the stock motor bolts not working after cutting the motor mount tubes on the frame. Motor mount bolts of the proper length are supplied with the kit. We'll have some photos of all the included hardware posted soon to go along with the photos of the new and improved kit components. This week's video covers re-jetting / tuning the carb for use with the new muffler and air filter. A jet set with a selection of main and pilot jets is included in the kit. Here's a few photos of the bike with the standard shocks and rear tire installed (matching front tire was mounted for the photos): Paint stripping reminder You get a $25 discount if your tank arrives free of paint and rust. Please strip the entire tank, not just the top! Here's a good how-to on paint stripping from Tim Walker of Nevada. One last thing... If you're on the pre-order list, please make sure we can reach you! If you don't check your email often, consider sending us your phone number. Once your production slot becomes available, we need to contact you, process your order, and get started on your kit as quickly as possible. If we don't hear from you within a week, we will have to move your name to the bottom of the list. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/29/11 at 21:27:41 6F4D564D605746464A43220 wrote:
No prob, Moto. Looking forward to seeing your CS-1. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by verslagen1 on 04/30/11 at 10:41:02 Just a quick tip for all of you pulling your bikes apart. Most of the screws on the bike are lock tighted and are very secure. Getting them off the 1st time will require a impact driver or chemical help. Becareful with tabs that are hanging out unsupported, you will break them off with an impact driver. If you have full access to the head, you can use a pair of vise grips instead. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 05/14/11 at 00:28:40 guys...please hang in there....we are working like mad to get your kits out the door as quickly as possible. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 05/14/11 at 07:13:15 5E4D5A5B44494F4D4619280 wrote:
I think a lot of my fasteners had vibrated loose, because there were only a couple that needed exceptional persuading. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 05/14/11 at 12:07:22 really, mine was just the opposite. Can't recall how many fasteners I have broken or nearly broke trying to do this build. By the way, for those that haven't checked, three more build videos were just uploaded which cover the rest of the build. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 05/14/11 at 12:10:05 had a question after reviewing the three new build videos. You cover the subject of powering the tachometer. You mention using either the front turn signals for power or the horn positive for power. In my case, I am planning on using the horn and the front signals on my bike, so where else can I get the 12V power for the tach? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 05/14/11 at 17:13:01 2C3D3E2A38255F0 wrote:
The electrical instructions were kind of vague for this electricity moron. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/15/11 at 18:16:33 I cant see any reason why you cant tie into any hot wire to get your 12V for the tch. Dnt even Have to cut it, just carefully cut ( X-Acto knife time) the insulation from around the wire & wrap & solder the tack power line onto it. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 05/19/11 at 10:45:43 We're going to do a separate video for electrical. It will be much more clear and simple, with some good close up photos. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 05/19/11 at 10:49:35 Oh...and sorry for the lack of newsletter updates. The newsletters take a lot of time to put together, and we're just too busy getting the kits out. Everything looks great and we'll continue shipping out as many kits as possible each week. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 05/26/11 at 23:30:39 No time to chat....averaging about 5-10 kits shipped out per day now... Also wrapping up the pdf build guides and will be posting those soon. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 05/27/11 at 17:37:40 CS-1 installation guides posted as Google Docs and PDFs here: http://www.rycamotors.com/ryca_documents.html |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 06/04/11 at 00:04:23 Ryca Newsletter for June 2011 http://us2.campaign-archive2.com/?u=f960391aaaa7fe642e4bfac85&id=681a784787 |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Radiologix on 06/12/11 at 07:17:15 This may be a dumb question, but where are the front turn signals on this cs-1 build? :-/ Nevermind: I should probably just watch the videos, huh? ;D |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 06/12/11 at 08:52:46 their CS-1 doesn't have front turn signals. The Rears are built into the tail-lamp. On mine, I just kept the stocks on the front. Others have used bar end turn signals. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by dfrh on 06/20/11 at 01:23:17 8-)The Rears are built into |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 06/21/11 at 14:57:18 You guys are building some nice CS-1's out there, and we'd love to see your finished projects. Send us some photos and info about your bike -- we're creating a special section of the website for customer builds. Any cool or interesting stories about your project would be great too! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Chicagobob on 07/07/11 at 14:08:48 Looking at Ryca's photos, I had a thought. Why not narrow the handlbars (shorten the clip-ons) to make the front end a little more compact. I did this on my old GS550, and I liked the wrist angle better. I had to reroute the clutch and throttle cables, but no big problems. Anyone have any ideas? For my old bike, see http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/album.php?albumid=1157 |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by CalisOsin on 07/07/11 at 14:17:41 6A41404A484E464B464B290 wrote:
can't view this link without logging in... :-? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 07/08/11 at 13:40:09 6B40414B494F474A474A280 wrote:
First of all, you "shorten" clip-ons by sliding them further in on the mounts. Secondly, you need a minimum amount of bar for your throttle, switches and master cylinder, unless you ditch the stock throttle/switch pod for something else. Besides, depending on how you angle your brake, there's a clearance issue between the master cylinder and clip-on mount. http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk182/motobuddha/6b626386.jpg You could trade out the stock master cylinder of one of the modern remote reservoir types. The trick is finding one for a 1" bar. There might be a master cylinder from some other 1" bar bike (that move the proper amount of fluid) that would give more room. You could research that for us. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Chicagobob on 07/15/11 at 07:57:44 Sorry about the link. I don't seem to be able to post photos on this site. I used Tarozzi clip-ons that don't have a large flange at the mount, so no interference with the master cylinder. Once I had the controls as close in to the fork as i could get them (and symmetrical), I cut off the unused ends of the bars. This works well on my 400-punder, so I imagine it would work well on the lighter Ryca. For me, it looks and feels better. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 07/16/11 at 17:33:12 We've been super busy with some new stuff, including the launch of the Online Store, so I haven't logged in for a while. Please email us through our website if you have any questions or need tech support. Also, if you've completed your CS-1 project, send us some pics for our customer gallery. We'd love to show off your project and explain any mods you performed on the bike. The Ryca Online Store will be up and running within two weeks, with everything for sale in kit form and individual components. We'll have a kick ass front brake line solution, as well as a super-clean front turn signal mod. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Chicagobob on 07/19/11 at 11:17:46 Has anyone finished one of these? Have riding impressions to share? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by BuckRYCA on 07/19/11 at 16:45:58 Oh, yeah. Close to 700 miles on my full kit build. It is more fun than a barrel of monkeys. I find myself taking it out instead of my Bandit (only 28 hp versus 100 hp, but only 330 lbs versus 530 lbs). Handling is quick, but it's not razor sharp so you will not be easily forgiven for mistakes. If you start pushing it, you've got to stay on top of it. The suspension is firm -- you willl feel the bumps. I keep pushing it. I've not made it to the tire's edges yet, but getting there. It's just fun with its distinctive (if loud) exhaust note, quick reflexes, and its obvious throwback feeling to a vintage British thumper. It also gets a lot of attention. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by copterdoc on 07/22/11 at 10:36:03 Question for you guys who have recieved your kit: How long did it take for you to recieve your kit from the time RYCA recieved you tank and hub? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Gyrobob on 07/24/11 at 06:39:28 7E726D69786F79727E1D0 wrote:
We shipped two batches of parts (tanks, wheels, swingarms) to RYCA 7 March. Received the modified tanks along with the fiberglass seats and side panels 27 April. The rest of the modified parts arrived 7 June. See "Double RYCA Build" |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by zoeman on 07/24/11 at 15:51:25 Ryca received my tank and hub on March 23 ... I received the kit, including the primered tank on June 10th. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by copterdoc on 07/24/11 at 17:30:51 Thanks. I am getting mine in bare metal and it has been two months and two days since they recieved my tank and hub. Just getting a little antsy. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by berg on 07/25/11 at 18:47:09 they received tank etc 5 May, delivered last friday 22 July. i admit it is a huge relief once it's finally shipped. |
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Title: Bodywork build tip Post by runrun on 08/04/11 at 05:04:22 When you're lining up and marking the location for the tail light bracket, stretch a string from the big bolt head at the middle of the triple clamp, along the seat and tail section, and down to the middle of the rear tire to help you find the middle of the tail section. Also, it's helpful to have the license plate attached to the bracket when you're marking and especially when you're gluing. This gives you a nice straight edge for reference and makes it much easier to get the bracket aligned properly. Make sure to look at it both from above the bike and from behind, and get it square in both dimensions. |
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Title: Re: riding impressions Post by runrun on 08/04/11 at 05:36:00 200B0A0002040C010C01630 wrote:
I've got about 350 miles on mine, and it's even more fun than I hoped it would be. I mainly ride it around town and on shorter rides up into the canyons around Boulder. Canyon roads here are usually quite smooth, and without much to upset the suspension, the handling is stable and predictable, easy to go fast. It does get a lot of attention, and it's pretty cool that no one knows what it is. It can be pretty loud, but if I take it easy, I can cruise in and out of my neighborhood without getting dirty looks. Setup: optional Progressive fork mods with 1" cut off the fork spacers, optional Progressive shocks on softest setting. I weigh about 155. My other bike is a ZX-6R, so most impressions are relative to it. 1) Steering is a lot slower, and I'll probably switch to an 18" front wheel to speed things up a bit. It takes more of a push/pull on the bars to get things to happen. 2) There's more flex in the forks and frame, and in sweepers you can definitely feel the bike moving around. Not scary or anything, but very different to the Ninja. I'll probably get a Superbrace for the forks. 3) It feels fast even if it isn't. 60 mph feels like 90 mph on the Ninja. My license is far safer on the Ryca. 4) With stock belt drive, gearing feels pretty short and there's plenty of grunt off the line. Winter project will be chain conversion and experimenting with gearing. 5) Riding position is comfortable for me, though I'll be working on the seat's shape/padding over the winter. Seat is actually a bit wide for me, and I start to feel the edges after about 30 minutes. 6) Small tank means you can't spend too long in the saddle. I still have some jetting issues to work out, but I hit reserve somewhere between 50 and 60 miles. Haven't yet run it dry to see what max range is. 7) Braking takes more advance planning, just because they aren't as strong as I'm used to. Nice thing about thumpers is that you have so much engine braking that you don't need to use the brakes as much. Bottom line is that I'm incredibly happy with the bike. A few tweaks here and there... |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 08/04/11 at 11:55:43 I have about 200 miles on mine and basically agree with everything you mention above. I too have noticed that the seat is a touch too wide for me. I have also noticed the brakes are less than stellar. Haven't really gotten the nerve to take it 65 MPH on interstate yet because it feels like you are going so much faster, as you state. Overall I love mine and it gets lots of attention. Taking mine to Rockerbox motorcycle show this weekend in Milwaukee. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 08/05/11 at 13:03:48 But if you're coming from a Savage/S-40, then with the Ryca conversion you have a lighter bike with the same brakes (and less nose dive if you've gone with the stiffer springs). But, still, this is one reason I've been exploring ways to upgrade the brakes. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 08/05/11 at 17:30:28 14362D361B2C3D3D3138590 wrote:
True, but I was never saying the stock s40 had great brakes either. The stock brakes sucked slightly more than the CS-1 brakes suck. Its all relative, I guess |
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Title: RYCA CS-1 Updates, RYCA videos/documents list Post by Gyrobob on 08/07/11 at 04:58:29 Save this list somewhere on your computer where you can click on the links. It'll make it easier to find what you want to watch before you do some RYCA build work. Updated 21 Sep 2011. http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/10/U-DDWfy8p3M Savage tear down http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/12/2CyrSeBtG1Y frame cuts http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/13/klaPwtm2AX0 fork lowering mod http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/10/U-DDWfy8p3M progressive spring upgrade http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/6/rFFuF9QZ4IM carb rejet http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/1/u0qxGhtig8A electrical http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/5/qcUP27D6FQY build video 1 http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/4/Tu7lZ0p2QKM build video 2 http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/3/KmcTY25Uusc build video 3 http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/9/7U0IVWqmJSA parts fitment 1 (body panels) http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/8/ZXbeVLR6HGc parts fitment 2 (body panels) http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/7/8T6yAphSt4o parts fitment 3 (body panels) http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/0/IFkgr5kSNEc rear brake adjustment http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/0/SIelY9gMqX0 muffler packing and crumb cup http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/1/IFkgr5kSNEc rear brake adjust http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/2/ByNxIZh9Kew casey’s bike http://www.youtube.com/rycamotors#p/u/1/JLAh6F3NZ1w drive by Also, to complement the videos, here is the link for the build documents: http://www.rycamotors.com/ryca_documents.html RYCA Motors store http://shop.rycamotors.com |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by smithaloha13 on 08/07/11 at 05:22:53 thank... |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 08/07/11 at 20:44:23 The Ryca Motors Online Store is up and running. http://shop.rycamotors.com |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by krolik on 08/11/11 at 18:56:12 Cool! I'm ordering a brake line. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by rycamotors on 08/17/11 at 14:33:52 We have steel braided lines from stop-tech specially made for the CS-1. Firms up the front brake tremendously. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Gyrobob on 09/05/11 at 18:13:42 Latest RYCA videos have been added to the RYCA CS-1 Updates, RYCA videos/documents list. The list now includes muffler rear brake adjustment and a drive by. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Gyrobob on 09/21/11 at 14:18:52 4678736E636E63010 wrote:
added muffler packing, crumb cup, RYCA store See reply #79 above. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by ezornes239 on 10/04/11 at 17:46:30 What's the word on the big bore kit? EDIT: Also, can I fit the K&N air filter without relocating the battery and such? I'm about to order their exhaust, jet kit, belt guard, brake pads and fuel filter. Down the line is the bigger rear tire, shocks, tach and speedo, and such. I'm still having problems finding 1" open ended gel grips to run with bar end indicators. It sucks not having mirrors. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 10/12/11 at 11:24:25 Any word on whether you guys are going to be offering the license plate side mount like the one on the original CS-1? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 10/12/11 at 13:31:18 4C6E756E437465656960010 wrote:
Yes, definitely. It will be the ideal solution for those who want a side mount. We're just waiting to see if it works for the tracker and bobber kits before we make a ton of them. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by verslagen1 on 10/12/11 at 13:37:13 If the side mount fit over the pulley like a belt guard, I would be interested. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 10/12/11 at 14:26:52 786B7C7D626F696B603F0E0 wrote:
The one I'm talking about uses a shock mount and sort of covers the shock, but I've seen aftermarket ones out there that are like one you want. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by runrun on 10/30/11 at 06:22:12 03011305192C21600 wrote:
Yes, definitely. It will be the ideal solution for those who want a side mount. We're just waiting to see if it works for the tracker and bobber kits before we make a ton of them. [/quote] What's this about a tracker kit? I'm in! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 10/30/11 at 09:41:35 Here's a picture Ryca posted on Facebook of the tracker seat/tail in progress. http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk182/motobuddha/47cbce97.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by ezornes239 on 11/01/11 at 19:57:23 Would I need to order the exhaust adapter for the reverse cone muffler if I didn't plan on using the rearsets? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 11/01/11 at 20:15:30 The adapter does two things. First, one end of the adapter fits the end of the exhaust pipe and the other end fits the muffler. Second, the adapter is slightly angled so the muffler clears the brake rod and swingarm. You can also rotate the adapter to adjust the angle of the muffler. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by ezornes239 on 11/01/11 at 21:31:29 082A312A073021212D24450 wrote:
Thank you sir. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 12/13/11 at 21:52:22 Ryca CS-1 review in the January 2012 issue of Ultimate Motorcycling: http://epagepub.com/publication/?i=92289&p=52 Also, here's the link to the Motorcycle.com review if you missed it: http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/ryca-cs1-review-91144.html |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by teabowl13 on 12/15/11 at 06:55:11 That's a great article! And the video at the end is really good too; it's a shame there's so much traffic noise in the background, but it's still really clear. Good for you guys! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 12/15/11 at 17:46:40 Did the bike in the video have a modded or unmodded muffler? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Gyrobob on 02/11/12 at 14:30:40 I'm wiring up the tach and speedo. According to RYCA's instructions, the black wire is ground, the red wire is +12v for the light bulb, and the blue wire is +12v to power the tach, and the green wire is the voltage pulse from the coil. When I hooked up just the red and black wires for the tach and speedo to just test the lights inside the cases, both lights lit up, but the needle on the tach snapped all the way to the right and quivered. That doesn't make sense to me. Why would the needle move from just applying 12v to the red wire? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by RycaShawn on 03/22/12 at 09:38:03 It's normal. Some cars do that too. Not sure if there is a real function of that feature like its a gage functional check. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by jhnzeigler on 03/23/12 at 18:15:35 how accurate is the tach? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by verslagen1 on 04/11/12 at 18:13:02 http://rycamotors.com/ryca_cs1_motorcyclecruiser.html http://rycamotors.com/newsite_images/motorcyclecruser/ryca_cs1_motorcyclecruiser_cover.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/18/12 at 00:03:59 Here's the link to the Los Angeles Times article and video: http://www.latimes.com/business/la-fi-cheap-custom-motorcycles-20120324,0,7750631.story |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/18/12 at 05:14:01 3C3E2C3A26131E5F0 wrote:
I had read the story before but had not seen the video until now. Thanks for sharing. More positive exposure for the machine. Even her mention of the lack of mirrors and turn signals and muffer used and questioning the legality of those things tends to add to the lure of the bike. I like it. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/19/12 at 18:09:39 http://rycamotors.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/5.jpg Nice, simple, clean lines ;) |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 04/19/12 at 18:30:39 Can't wait for the pipe to be available as a non-kit piece. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/20/12 at 09:45:43 62405B406D5A4B4B474E2F0 wrote:
Y E P Just sent Ryan a note asking about it. They may not know yet since they are still working the project but it doesn't hurt to ask. I really like it a lot. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 04/20/12 at 17:39:30 606D626F697E3E3B0C0 wrote:
I'm hoping this scrambler style pipe fits on my CS-1. not sure if it will clear the side cover or not. Will wait and see. Love the look of scrambler pipes- I have a honda CL200 and a honda CL360- both cafe style and both with scrambler pipes. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by teabowl13 on 04/21/12 at 07:22:22 I'd love to see a pic of this thing mounted on the bike; not sure if it would make sense for my Roadster project or not, but I do love scrambler pipes indeed... |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/21/12 at 16:18:39 NEXT on Jay Leno's Garage...Tune in Monday, April 23 for Jay's interview with the guys from Ryca, a tour of the shop, and a full ride review! www.jaylenosgarage.com |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/21/12 at 18:51:44 2A283A2C300508490 wrote:
HOT DOG ! ! ! Got to talk to "The Man" did ya ? ? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/23/12 at 19:02:53 Very nice video clip with Jay Leno. It is good to hear such a positive report from someone with the kind influence that he has. Congrat's fella's ! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by PerrydaSavage on 04/27/12 at 11:46:14 Am just this afternoon learning of Mr. Leno's visit to the Ryca shop ... congrats and WELL DONE!! The support of such a respected gear-head as Jay cannot help but be good for you guys! The Ryca CS-1 is one of the coolest "backyard" customs ever ... you are def developing the same kinda "street cred" that Bratsyle managed to do ... Kudos to you!!! Can't wait to see your LS650 Bobber, Scrambler and Street Tracker versions ... keep up the good work! Suzuki Motors ... are you taking notes? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/27/12 at 12:32:24 4F7A6D6D667B7E4C7E697E787A1F0 wrote:
Suzuki is taking notes, they gave the Ryca boys a new S40 to mod and you know they will likely want it back for at least a good look over. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/27/12 at 12:46:41 http://rycamotors.com/bikes/CS2/ Same side covers behind the pipe...a lot of common parts between the cafe and scrambler, and no doubt the tracker and bobber as well ...saves on development and production time and cost http://rycamotors.com/images/CS2/1.jpg http://rycamotors.com/images/CS2/16.jpg http://rycamotors.com/images/CS2/2.jpg http://rycamotors.com/images/CS2/7.jpg http://rycamotors.com/images/CS2/13.jpg http:// |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by sbaugz on 04/27/12 at 17:16:56 3538373A3C2B6B6E590 wrote:
I emailed ryan and he told me the side covers on the scrambler are different than the CS-1 so that header won't work on a CS-1. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/27/12 at 18:45:52 6D7C7F6B79641E0 wrote:
I emailed ryan and he told me the side covers on the scrambler are different than the CS-1 so that header won't work on a CS-1. [/quote] Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/29/12 at 04:26:54 Side covers shown in the Scrambler build ... day 3 http://rycamotors.com/new/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/bodywork.jpg ********************************************************* Side covers on CS-1 http://shop.rycamotors.com/assets/images/productimages/sidecovers.jpg What's different ? ? It must be a minor modification. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Serowbot on 04/29/12 at 11:54:28 Methinks that side cover's gonna' burn... :-?... I would run that pipe just a little lower and shorten the cover to miss the pipe... |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 04/29/12 at 15:50:01 The side cover on the exhaust side used in the photos was a CS-1 side cover that was cut in half. We didn't have the mold made yet for the custom scrambler cover. The final piece will be fiberglass with a cut out for the header pipe, with a coating of high temp paint, or some heat resistant lining. But a CS-1 side cover cut in half works fine too, as shown in the photos. The left side cover will (probably) include a template for the air filter cut out. It will be optional -- you can just as easily use the silicone elbow and cone filter pointing straight down without cutting the side cover at all. We'll also make it easy to attach the covers with hardware (rivet nuts and button head cap screws), so when you launch your scrambler over a huge jump out in the middle of nowhere, there's no fear of anything falling off (besides maybe yourself, depending on your riding skills). |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by LANCER on 04/29/12 at 17:41:02 Thanks for the info Casey |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Spamy on 05/03/12 at 11:17:32 Hey guys, why the different air filter for the scrambler? Is there any benefits to using this 90deg setup on the CS-1? Ive thought the CS-1 filter is a little small on the surface area. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by rogers40 on 05/03/12 at 15:02:20 Hey guys, Do you have pics of the CS/2 without the scrambler package? I understand it's same design as the CS/1 but set up as a two seater? 8-) Thanks! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by EJID on 05/03/12 at 15:56:45 48555D5F48490E0A3A0 wrote:
Saw this on their website... http://shop.rycamotors.com/kit_pre-order.html CS-2 The CS-2 standard two-seater kit includes the basic components of the CS-1, with a two-up seat assembly, rear fender, Lucas style tail light, super bars, and cone filter. (Bare metal kit $2495, primer kit $2795) |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by rogers40 on 05/03/12 at 16:46:15 454A4944000 wrote:
Thanks, I saw that on their site, but couldn't find any photos. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Datamichael on 05/03/12 at 16:57:36 78656D6F78793E3A0A0 wrote:
Thanks, I saw that on their site, but couldn't find any photos.[/quote] They're there.... Just tricky to find. Off the main page scroll all the way to the bottom and click on the "Scrambler" image. Then click on the "Streetracker" link near the top of that page. Also, direct link to photos:http://rycamotors.com/bikes/CStracker/ Looks like they're now going with aluminum side panels. Probably due to heat issue. Michael |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by rogers40 on 05/03/12 at 17:10:58 4C697C696561636D080 wrote:
Thanks, I saw that on their site, but couldn't find any photos.[/quote] They're there.... Just tricky to find. Off the main page scroll all the way to the bottom and click on the "Scrambler" image. Then click on the "Streetracker" link near the top of that page. Also, direct link to photos:http://rycamotors.com/bikes/CStracker/ Looks like they're now going with aluminum side panels. Probably due to heat issue. Michael[/quote] Hey Michael, They seem to have photos for the Scrambler, Street Tracker, and the Bobber, but I still can't find anything on the base CS2. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by caseyLA on 05/04/12 at 13:48:36 263B333126276064540 wrote:
We'll be posting more photos of the different models in the upcoming weeks. We're waiting for the bobber to be complete, then we'll do a proper photo shoot for all the combinations / upgrades. Just wanted to get the initial prototype pics up as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by rogers40 on 05/04/12 at 14:11:45 313321372B1E13520 wrote:
We'll be posting more photos of the different models in the upcoming weeks. We're waiting for the bobber to be complete, then we'll do a proper photo shoot for all the combinations / upgrades. Just wanted to get the initial prototype pics up as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience.[/quote] Looking forward to it! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by MotoBuddha on 05/05/12 at 20:43:32 What modifications have you done to accommodate the chain conversion? Notched foot peg bracket? Trimmed swing arm pivot? 18T front sprocket? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by singlesgoinsteady on 05/07/12 at 14:19:30 2E0C170C211607070B02630 wrote:
I got an 18T front sprocket for my RYCA build. I should have my bike going in a few weeks, I'll keep ya posted how it works out. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by l33tl4m3r on 07/18/12 at 23:11:38 Okay, I'm sold! This is my first time through this thread and only a month into owning my savage... I simply fell in love! |
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Title: scrambler pipe shield Post by Joe F on 07/19/12 at 16:19:33 I'm sort of paranoid after melting some clothing in the past. Is the heat shield long enough on the scrambler. It seems like you could bump it with your leg. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by singlesgoinsteady on 07/24/12 at 08:06:09 I never got the chain to work on my RYCA without riding on the top of the swingarm pivot. I'm real curious to see how RYCA did it. They must have some swingarm chain guide/rub plate that keeps the slack in the chain from grinding on the top of the swinger. I'm back to the belt now, which I also see rides on an engine bolt. It's like a lose-lose design. However, I'm going to countersink it and put a flush head in. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by srinath on 07/30/12 at 11:04:46 A longer shock will do that. You cant fit a much larger wheel without a longer shock, so you're limited in what you can run in the back. The scrambler will have to somehow get that look with the stock sized rear wheel. Maybe you can hack off the frame, and weld up rails up high to get that longer shock to fit without changing the angle of the swingarm. Cool. Srinath. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA CS-1 Updates Post by Gyrobob on 09/17/12 at 05:34:16 What is the distance between the mounting holes on the RYCA CS-1 rear shocks and full compression and no compression? (max and min length) I'm working on a more precise belt adjustment procedure, and I need this specification. This is a big deal for me because the Avon Speedmaster tire I use apparently has a larger diameter than was planned for the RYCA-modified swingarm. There is very little adjustment available between the point of the belt being too tight, and the tire rubbing on the swingarm. update 21 Sep --- Ryan says the RYCA shocks min and max lengths are 11" and 13" |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by verslagen1 on 09/20/12 at 20:46:35 cool ;D http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s480x480/395196_486243371395465_680443120_n.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by KennyG on 09/24/12 at 06:38:20 Is the 1986-2012 Clymer S40 manual available? The only one that I can find on the internet goes from 1986-2007. Is the 2007 version applicable for a 2012 model? :'( |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by Iowegian on 09/26/12 at 19:53:21 I have a 2012 S40 and bought the 89-07 manual. Looks like almost everything (at least the important stuff) mechanical is the same. I can't comment on the wiring diagrams. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by thabrock on 10/02/12 at 13:42:43 Will the any of the GS rear wheels fit the Savage swing arm? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by verslagen1 on 10/02/12 at 13:56:43 39252C2F3F222E264D0 wrote:
Yes, an '83 GS450L will fit. For me the rear was a drop in, no mods, others weren't satisfied. On the front you have to cut down the disc and space it out from the hub to work with the savage caliper. One spacer needs adjusting. |
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Title: Belt adjustment procedure. Post by Gyrobob on 10/05/12 at 08:10:38 RYCA CS-1 belt adjustment procedure This is important because the swingarm on a RYCA conversion never does get level. As the shocks compress, the rear axle keeps moving rearward, so you have to make sure the belt is not overtight when the rear suspension is compressed as far as the shocks allow. With standard RYCA shocks, their range of movement is 11" to 13" as measured between the shock mounting point. This procedure will adjust for the max tire/swingarm clearance without overtightening the belt, which is an important issue when the RYCA modified swingarms are used with larger diameter (4.00 - 18) tires. 1. Chock the front wheel and get the rear wheel into the air using a jack or some other support for the frame. 2. Undo the tops of the shocks, and tilt them out of the way. 3. Lower the bike carefully so the tire contacts the floor. Adjust it so the distance between the centers of the shock mounting points is 11 inches (or whatever the distance is for max compression of your shocks, if you didn't use standard RYCA shocks which move from 11 to 13 inches). 4. Loosen the axle just enough so you can move it fore and aft using the belt adjuster bolts. If you loosen it too much, when retightened, the swingarm gets a tiny bit longer, making the belt tighter. 5. Allow the axle to move forward a little (~ 1/16") to a loose belt position. The final movement of the axle should be from a forward position moving aft using the belt adjuster bolts. 6. Adjust the axle so the belt is moderately tight. -- The belt should be just tight enough to permit twisting it 45 degrees. -- Make sure the pulley is aligned with the belt by placing a straight-edge along side the pulley to verify it is parallel with the edge of the belt. The little adjustment marks on the outside rear of the swingarm are not very precise. 7. Tighten the axle back up and, with the shock mounting points still at 11 inches, recheck the belt tightness. It should be fairly tight (45 degree twist), but not rigid. 8. Without turning the belt adjuster bolts, tighten the belt adjuster nuts. 9. Check the clearance of the tire and swingarm. There should be at least 1/8" between the tire and the swingarm, and the tire sidewalls should be about the same distance from the inner surfaces of the swingarm. This is not a very precise item. 10. Jack the bike up so the distance between the shock mounting points is 13 inches (or whatever the distance is for max extension of your shocks). 11. Re-install the shocks. 12. Lower the bike (the belt will seem fairly loose) and ride away. 13. After the first ride, recheck the adjustment to make sure nothing moved. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by v-pilot on 10/22/12 at 21:06:43 Just gotta say...all this Ryca stuff is cool, it's why I got my savage! 8-) |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by caseyLA on 11/08/12 at 16:40:25 RYCA RR-1 Hardtail Bobber Kit build videos and assembly guide are now available: Build Video Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaDoycBlvJU&feature=share&list=UUcyPgNaqr0u1IS6SswyVzfQ Build Video Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eD8BnsyV_7I&feature=share&list=UUcyPgNaqr0u1IS6SswyVzfQ Assembly Guide https://docs.google.com/a/rycamotors.com/document/d/1ojTeFJPb-ScQYGyVq83YJhPyT1J5SSgPTkIrygJrNvs/edit |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by Gyrobob on 12/04/12 at 06:05:56 I remember seeing a comment by Casey somewhere about the jets supplied in the kit as being too rich, and that we should be using a 52.5 pilot and 150 main. Where is that comment? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by jvdb on 12/05/12 at 18:46:14 457B706D606D60020 wrote:
It's on the comments of the youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFFuF9QZ4IM Quote:
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by Gyrobob on 12/06/12 at 12:50:22 6B776563010 wrote:
It's on the comments of the youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rFFuF9QZ4IM Quote:
thanks large |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by Gyrobob on 12/24/12 at 12:51:11 Casey, In the Double RYCA build thread you stated, "For existing customers, if you feel that your wheel isn't within acceptable limits, please contact us and we'll work out a solution. For future customers, please note that the rear wheel is optional. You can also purchase the spoke and nipple set and lace your own rim. Thanks, Casey Ryca Motors " see replies in that thread #182 through #186 I am going to have the bike down for a couple weeks to work on the headlight, some wiring, the bars, and more paint. If I send the rear wheel to you, how long will it take to make the spokes right so they are straight (not bent into a curve anymore) and get the wheel back to me? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by John in Kalifornia on 02/07/13 at 13:36:20 Hi All, Went to visit Ryca today to pick up some parts. They are shipping the Bobber kits now. These will be very popular. Saw the bike that is featured on cover of Clymers. I'm ready to make one! A subtle touch is that the rear bolt on subframe is moved out on the right so that the rear wheel is centered between the arms of the frame for a symmetrical look. Great design work. John in Kalifornia |
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Title: Scrambler exhaust heat Post by Joe F on 03/06/13 at 13:23:46 I love the scrambler exhaust but am leery of the small heat shield. Am I looking at that right? It seems like a burn risk. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by Jiggyfly on 03/27/13 at 06:48:26 If not for you, then definitely for a passenger. & pricey! $300 for a header, & I think stainless. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by mtlsir on 05/22/13 at 16:33:33 I had not saw one here in quebec, even on bike forum, i can't be the only one here that dream about a RYCA ;D. You guys at RYCA did a greast job! the cafe racer looked great, but when i saw the RR-1, i know that i must own one... one day, one day! When i will get the cash... I hope before i sell the savage. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by MPFit on 09/06/13 at 13:49:10 For these ryca kits: can the stock front fender be cut and used? And how about the rear fenders I see every so often? I see you guys have some for sale on your website too. Are all the rear fender options for conversions other than the cs-1? I'd be interested in keeping my front fender and cutting it down a little over dishing out for a new one; the back fender is for the 15" wheel so I assume it'd have to get a new one if I wanted to run one? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by v-pilot on 09/20/13 at 20:54:06 Hi MPFit, You probably won't get a response from the Ryca guys here. I've emailed with Casey. He's very helpful. You can cut the stock front fender. There's plenty of folks that have. I don't think there is a rear for the CS-1, it would be listed in the parts section for CS-1 on Ryca's site. Maybe one for the scrambler version would work. I'd check with them. I made a hugger style for mine from aluminum. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by CafeStripper on 10/04/13 at 16:34:45 Hi folks, I'm dying to make the CS-1 conversion, however I live in Ontario, Canada. Has anyone had any experience with custom fees, shipping costs and taxes, for parts or even the entire kit conversion? If this is going to run me an extra $1000, then I will be pursuing other options. Got any ideas? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by verslagen1 on 10/04/13 at 17:10:51 find a friend across the border where you can work on it. |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by GostThumper on 10/22/13 at 21:26:45 Has anyone modified this Ryca Sportster fairing http://shop.rycamotors.com/sportster_fairing.html to fit our LS650s yet? Looks like would be easy mod, the price is pretty good & I think would go great for cafe style (& give a lil air pocket @ "HIGH" speeds LOL ;)! |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by Cambridge89 on 10/31/13 at 10:36:44 Im interested in this as well! 547C6067477B667E637661130 wrote:
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Title: EMGO 26" universal megaphone on CS-1 Post by BuckRYCA on 11/26/13 at 07:11:59 Replaced RYCA-kit-supplied EMGO 17" Shorty reverse cone megaphone muffler with EMGO 26" Universal Megaphone muffler. https://picasaweb.google.com/117060066392539786618/_RycaWith26ReverseConeMegaphone?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCKTUv-ueuYLjYg&feat=directlink Go to link and click on thumbnails to enlarge photos. EMGO Part # 80-84034. Non-removable baffle. No re-packing required or possible. |
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Title: Re: EMGO 26" universal megaphone on CS-1 Post by randyradio on 11/26/13 at 18:18:50 Replaced RYCA-kit-supplied EMGO 17" Shorty reverse cone megaphone muffler with EMGO 26" Universal Megaphone muffler. Buck, I have this muffler and just started a RYCA build. How does it sound? |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by BuckRYCA on 11/27/13 at 09:30:38 In response to randyradio's post just above: I originally posted regarding the EMGO 26 incher to a Rubber Side Down thread called 'Exhaust help', but that got moderator-pushed to The Cafe because of strong feelings expressed one way or the other regarding exhaust noise. So, I'll say with caution that I find the EMGO 26" Universal Megaphone a definite improvement regarding the quality and quantity of sound emitted. I find the exhaust note to be deeper and less intense. Important to me is that my neighbors are appreciative of the change from the original kit muffler. Another big plus to me is that the Universal Megaphone muffler has a mechanical baffle design that is not almost-straight-through as with the original Shorty. The baffle is not removable. This means no messy fiberglass re-packing is necessary or even possible. This means less maintenance and therefore more riding (7K miles on the kit, 24K on the bike). :) http://www.tailfinconsulting.com/ryca/UMr.jpg |
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Title: Re: Official RYCA Updates Post by verslagen1 on 02/03/14 at 20:23:42 02001204182D20610 wrote:
Link to the marketplace thread http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1358537875 And to the website http://www.rycamotors.com/ |
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