An important update from Ride Engine
An important message from Ride Engine Safety Bulletin: Hyperlock Harnesses
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An important message from Ride Engine Safety Bulletin: Hyperlock Harnesses
Your safety is our highest priority. We are issuing this bulletin to share details about a rare but important issue identified with the Hyperlock harness system and to provide clear steps to ensure your harness continues to perform as intended.
A very limited number of riders have reported spreader bar slippage under extreme load conditions. While these cases are uncommon, we take every instance seriously. To address this, we have implemented a design upgrade component that fully eliminates the possibility of slippage.
Potential Risk
In the rare event of slippage, the spreader bar may shift or release unexpectedly, which could compromise your connection to the harness and result in a loss of control.
How to Identify if Your Harness Is Impacted
2025 Production Open Receiver

2026 Production Channeled Receiver

How to Receive the Free Design Upgrade Components

The Hyperlock Design Upgrade for 2025 harnesses consists of a mounted channeled section assembled directly onto each of the 4 pcs receivers.
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