2020 SX190 ribbon delete

[luisquinones1976]

Looking to do a ribbon delete on my 2020 SX190, from researching it looks like it is built into the intake now? does that sound correct?

 

[M6cabriolet]

Looking to do a ribbon delete on my 2020 SX190, from researching it looks like it is built into the intake now? does that sound correct?

Not for the 190. I think it is for the 195. I have a 2019 and took mine out yesterday and it was extremely simple.

One question I do have for some advanced members here. I remember someone saying to remove the rubber gasket....but are we talking about the black one, or the red one in this picture.....or both? Sorry for the stupid question but I assumed it was the black one only.

 

[FX195]

Black one is not needed. Red gasket/O ring stays.

 

[luisquinones1976]

Not for the 190. I think it is for the 195. I have a 2019 and took mine out yesterday and it was extremely simple.

One question I do have for some advanced members here. I remember someone saying to remove the rubber gasket....but are we talking about the black one, or the red one in this picture.....or both? Sorry for the stupid question but I assumed it was the black one only.

Sweet How long did it take?

 

[M6cabriolet]

Sweet How long did it take?

Less than an hour if you don't have to go search for tools. I think all you need is a 13mm and 12mm socket (extended length one if possible to make it easier) and a flat head screwdriver. Blue Loctite if you want to also. It looks like the factory had it on there.

If you are trying to get away from the significant other just grab a beer or 3 and take it slow hahahaha

 

[luisquinones1976]

Going to get it done today

 

[luisquinones1976]

Done. Easy enough to do like you said. Trying to determine what next to do in order to boost performance

 

[Dean P]

Done. Easy enough to do like you said. Trying to determine what next to do in order to boost performance

Buy a bigger boat!!!

Sorry, just had to. No offense...

There are members here that have spent a bunch of $$ to obtain more speed. I believe they have hit 60 mph (but wasn't cheap). Good luck.

 

[luisquinones1976]

Lol I wish but I need it to fit in my current garage so limited to the 2020 SX190. Have exactly 2 inches left between the boat and garage door.

 

[Dean P]

Lol I wish but I need it to fit in my current garage so limited to the 2020 SX190. Have exactly 2 inches left between the boat and garage door.

People have been known to do some crazy sh!t.

 

[Maccam26]

People have been known to do some crazy sh!t.

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Don’t think my hoa would enjoy his one lol

 

[Dean P]

Don’t think my hoa would enjoy his one lol

Don't tell your kids this but, sometimes it's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. Would definitely make for a good laugh. If there's a will there's a way.

 

[Jetstream79]

Looking to do a ribbon delete on my 2020 SX190, from researching it looks like it is built into the intake now? does that sound correct?

Did you ever confirm on your 2020 if it was built in? I know the 2019 can be done, I just want to confirm before I pull mine apart on my 2020 sx190

 

[SB78]

Not for the 190. I think it is for the 195. I have a 2019 and took mine out yesterday and it was extremely simple.

One question I do have for some advanced members here. I remember someone saying to remove the rubber gasket....but are we talking about the black one, or the red one in this picture.....or both? Sorry for the stupid question but I assumed it was the black one only.

How much did you increase your top speed with the ribbon delete? Did you add the aftermarket intake manifold or did you just remove it?

 

[mwalker4]

How much did you increase your top speed with the ribbon delete? Did you add the aftermarket intake manifold or did you just remove it?

For me 19 SX190, I saw 1 maybe 2 mph improvement. Added about 200 rpm. Not sure about the after market intake manifold, but I did use the PVC insert by riva. I haven't done anything with the filter, but that is my next stop so it may breath a little easier and act as a flame arrestor.

 

[Dean P]

Hole shots were amazing after the ribbon delete. The RPMs jumped to max immediately.

 

[M6cabriolet]

How much did you increase your top speed with the ribbon delete? Did you add the aftermarket intake manifold or did you just remove it?

I just did the delete but also added a K&N filter that fits in the stock box. I wish I had tried a cone filter and try to find a way to get cold air from the outside instead of the hot air in the engine bay.

I went from running 36-38 mph max, (but my elevation is higher at 2k ft), to 42-43 on a full tank and passenger in optimal conditions.

 

[Joern]

Could you guys share links or PN's for the delete spacer and K&N filter / cold air kits that fit the 2020/2021 AR190?
I saw this one at Riva, but want to make sure getting the right part and not one that only fits a jetski..

RIVA Yamaha `14~17 SVHO/All SHO/`13+ HO Intake Manifold Upgrade Kit

RIVA Racing's Yamaha Intake Manifold Upgrade Kit enables your SHO engine to produce more horsepower by delivering increased air flow and boost pressure (+1lb). Precision tapered billet sleeve directly replaces restrictive mesh element in intake manifold.

rivaracing.com

Thanks!

 

[Evanfspencer]

Did you go ahead and order that ribbon delete from RIVA and if so, did it fit 2020-2021 AR 190? Just ran across this ribbon delete performance mod and it looks to be a great first mod on a new boat!

 

[dbfl]

I just ordered one, same boat basically as 2020. I'll update here after installing and water test - should be around mid-July.

Top speed so far is 39.6 mph and more consistently around 36 with full fuel and 2-4 aboard, sea level. It'll briefly rev to 7400-7500, yet settles to no more than 7300. Hoping this'll eke out another few hundred RPM and mph or two.