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    Stock ride plate on 2022+ FX skis holding speeds down

    When Yamaha introduced the 2022 FX skis they introduced a new ride plate. SVHO skis got a 3 degree plate, HO skis got a 5 degree plate. We all assumed these plates would be faster than the 2021 plate as the 2021 plate was actually designed to slow the ski down. We were all wrong with our "theory" including myself.

    Many people have not been able to achieve the speeds on the 2022 FX that we were able to achieve with the 2021 when upgraded to the Riva plate. We have proven that upgrading the 2022 FX skis with the Riva ride plate actually increases speeds by 2+ mph. My son Greg, "GreenHulk Jr" did back to back testing of which you can read about here http://greenhulk.net/showthread.php?t=297228

    If you have a 2022+ FX and are disappointed with the speeds, consider upgrading to this Riva ride plate. You will be pleased with the difference http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...oducts_id=6569

    Riva has now updated all of their 2022+ Kits to now include the Riva ride plate.

    Stage 1 http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12870
    Stage 1 plus http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12871
    Stage 2 http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12872
    Stage 3 http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12873


    I hope this info helps you 2022+ FX guys that have been struggling with low top speed!
    Save money on your pwc performance parts! Use the discount code: greenhulk when completing the checkout process in the GREENHULK PWC Performance Store and save 10% off the listed price of MOST Riva Racing and ALL WORX Racing Products. We also offer Fizzle Racing, MaptunerX tuning bundle packages, and instant download tuning licenses at discounted prices.

    Shop now! www.greenhulkstore.com​​
    Contact us! [email protected]
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    Do you know if riva plan to do a specific 2022+ fx rideplate. That would be the daddy, bound to be a need for it with all the fx offshore race skis

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    • #3
      Originally posted by Wild Thing View Post
      Do you know if riva plan to do a specific 2022+ fx rideplate. That would be the daddy, bound to be a need for it with all the fx offshore race skis
      Not that I'm aware of, and not sure why they would. Their current 2019+ plate works just fine and is a huge improvement over the 2019-2022+ factory plates.
      Save money on your pwc performance parts! Use the discount code: greenhulk when completing the checkout process in the GREENHULK PWC Performance Store and save 10% off the listed price of MOST Riva Racing and ALL WORX Racing Products. We also offer Fizzle Racing, MaptunerX tuning bundle packages, and instant download tuning licenses at discounted prices.

      Shop now! www.greenhulkstore.com​​
      Contact us! [email protected]
      Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/GreenHulkPWCPerformanceStore
      ​

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      • #4
        22 fx svho with riva plate and sponsons hooked up, ready to test new years day. Will post my observations.
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        • #5
          Good to know. I’m looking at a 22 fx SVHO right now…. I’m not so keen on the light blue with white bumpers though…

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          • #6
            Happy New Year, and I got to do some riding today. 22 FX SVHO, Riva Sponsons (lowest setting*), ribbon delete, breather filter kit, and Riva Ride Plate.
            First notes with the ride plate: you definately notice the additional inches out back. The extended surface and chines make the ski track well, but seems to be "slippier" at low speeds. More planing area = less boat in the water.
            This trait carries on throughout the speed range. Overall, it seems the ski is riding higher out of the water. And tracking thight at high speeds. It handles corners like my 2001 GPR with full race setup. It will bite you if you aren't carefull. *Thinking of setting the sponsons to middle position*
            I am running stock tune, stock prop, stock air intake. I of course can't comment on top speed due to the limiters. However, upgrades are coming.
            I will order my MaptunerX this week from *THIS SITE* (use the code GREENHULK at checkout) along with the intake grate and cold air intake. I have the stuff kit for the grate already. Then we can see if the prop is the last remaining puzzle piece.

            **Edit: Added these comments 1/2/23**
            In addition to the above, I will say the Riva ride plate is better. It is also different. It will not ride the same as the stock plate. There is a speed range around 25-35 where the ski is sitting very high on the hull, and will rock from side to side if you are not making some corrections. This may be connected to me having the sponsons all the way down. Seems like the spray is packing into the sponsons giving some additional rear lift that is causing the motion. I'll update next ride with the sponsons in middle position.
            I also noted a tendancy for the ski to be able to slide around when on the brakes more than the stock ride plate. It was possible to do a nearly 180 pivot when slowing down if I had reverse and steering input (around 10-15 mph and decelerating).
            The Riva plate also made the ski respond to trim much better. The stock plate I hardly noticed any difference with trim settings, now the Riva plate I can tell when the nose is up or down and handling changes as expected in either condition. This is good--
            Last edited by DavidH; 01-02-2023, 07:32 PM. Reason: Additional info
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            • #7
              Originally posted by DavidH View Post
              Happy New Year, and I got to do some riding today. 22 FX SVHO, Riva Sponsons (lowest setting*), ribbon delete, breather filter kit, and Riva Ride Plate.
              First notes with the ride plate: you definately notice the additional inches out back. The extended surface and chines make the ski track well, but seems to be "slippier" at low speeds. More planing area = less boat in the water.
              This trait carries on throughout the speed range. Overall, it seems the ski is riding higher out of the water. And tracking thight at high speeds. It handles corners like my 2001 GPR with full race setup. It will bite you if you aren't carefull. *Thinking of setting the sponsons to middle position*
              I am running stock tune, stock prop, stock air intake. I of course can't comment on top speed due to the limiters. However, upgrades are coming.
              I will order my MaptunerX this week from *THIS SITE* (use the code GREENHULK at checkout) along with the intake grate and cold air intake. I have the stuff kit for the grate already. Then we can see if the prop is the last remaining puzzle piece.

              it’s crazy how much better that ski handles with the Riva ride plate and sponsons. Try moving the sponsons up one notch!
              Thanks so much for shopping in the GreenHulk Store!
              Save money on your pwc performance parts! Use the discount code: greenhulk when completing the checkout process in the GREENHULK PWC Performance Store and save 10% off the listed price of MOST Riva Racing and ALL WORX Racing Products. We also offer Fizzle Racing, MaptunerX tuning bundle packages, and instant download tuning licenses at discounted prices.

              Shop now! www.greenhulkstore.com​​
              Contact us! [email protected]
              Like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/GreenHulkPWCPerformanceStore
              ​

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Green Hulk View Post
                When Yamaha introduced the 2022 FX skis they introduced a new ride plate. SVHO skis got a 3 degree plate, HO skis got a 5 degree plate. We all assumed these plates would be faster than the 2021 plate as the 2021 plate was actually designed to slow the ski down. We were all wrong with our "theory" including myself.

                Many people have not been able to achieve the speeds on the 2022 FX that we were able to achieve with the 2021 when upgraded to the Riva plate. We have proven that upgrading the 2022 FX skis with the Riva ride plate actually increases speeds by 2+ mph. My son Greg, "GreenHulk Jr" did back to back testing of which you can read about here http://greenhulk.net/showthread.php?t=297228

                If you have a 2022+ FX and are disappointed with the speeds, consider upgrading to this Riva ride plate. You will be pleased with the difference http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...oducts_id=6569

                Riva has now updated all of their 2022+ Kits to now include the Riva ride plate.

                Stage 1 http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12870
                Stage 1 plus http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12871
                Stage 2 http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12872
                Stage 3 http://www.4-tecperformance.com/inde...ducts_id=12873


                I hope this info helps you 2022+ FX guys that have been struggling with low top speed!
                I have a 2022 FX HO and I'm interested in any improvement in handling in open water, choppy seas. Top speed isn't an importance to me. Would the Riva ride plate benefit me?

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                • #9
                  It would help a little I'm sure. BUT--Get the Riva Sponsons first. Try them. They will definately improve handling way more than the ride plate. Recommend setting them at the middle position. You'll notice a difference immediately.
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                  • #10
                    question: is the riva ride plate that much different than a 22 OEM one for an extra $200. Have an 21 HO and trying to decide what is the best option. If the difference is not huge I would get a 22 plate. Thanks!

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by pts3230 View Post
                      question: is the riva ride plate that much different than a 22 OEM one for an extra $200. Have an 21 HO and trying to decide what is the best option. If the difference is not huge I would get a 22 plate. Thanks!
                      I would just get the Riva plate. It’s proven. You wont be disappointed. Plate is usually the first thing I want to do to any new ski I get
                      2023 FX Limited SVHO.
                      2017 GP 1800 Stage 1+

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                      • #12
                        Thanks. I am in rough water alot just deciding if its worth an extra $200-250

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by pts3230 View Post
                          - an extra $200-250
                          About one percent of the purchase price of the machine.

                          If you decide you do not like the Riva ride plate it can probably be resold for a good portion of the new cost.
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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by K447 View Post
                            About one percent of the purchase price of the machine.

                            If you decide you do not like the Riva ride plate it can probably be resold for a good portion of the new cost.

                            Exactly
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                            2016 Yamaha 212x
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                            • #15
                              You will like it in all conditions...

                              My opinion.

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