Yes. The riser is sold without limbs. There are very few Olympic-style target bows above the starter level (i.e. children's bows) that are sold as complete sets. At that higher levels of bow, most equipment and, particularly, the limbs are going to a matter of personal preference. Also, top-of-the-line limbs run over $500, so selling a $1000+ complete bow would be prohibitive. Thus, selling a complete setup would be somewhat ridiculous, since the archer is probably going to reconfigure the bow anyway.
If you want a Helix (and it is a great riser) but don't want to spend on high-end limbs yet, then get some Challenger Krafts or something like that. They'll run you about $140.
On the other hand, depending on your skill level, there are many less-expensive risers that will out-shoot you for years to come. Remember that the riser is a matter of personal taste and comfort. I choose the Helix over other risers because of its fit and feel in my hands. You may find that something else will actually feel and shoot better for you.
Regardless, if you are starting from scratch (and based on what you are saying, it sounds like you are), remember to figure in the costs of arrow rest (one is included..but..), berger button, clicker, string, sight, and stabillizers. (And, although it goes without saying: arrows.) The Helix is a great Olympic bow, but it does not work well as a barebow. Several people on this site have discovered that the hard way.
Have fun.
I hadnt looked much into the high end recurves, when I saw them at hoyts site I always thought the bow came ready to go.
