Can-Am Australia has confirmed that the new Ryker three-wheeler roadster will arrive early next year at substantially less than the current cheapest Spyder.
The Ryker comes in three versions: a LAMS 600cc version for $A14,899 (standard colour); a 900cc version at $A17,299 (standard colour); and a 900cc off-road Rally Edition at $A18,999 (ride away prices).
That compares with the current 1330cc Can-Am Spyders which start at $19,990 for the RS and range up to $39,590 for the RT-S.
BRP, Can-Am On-Road PR Brian Manning says the Ryker models will arrive in Australia by February 2019.
“The 600 model will be available as LAMS approved since it both meets engine size and power to weight requirements,” Brian confirms.
“The 900 and the 900 Rally edition will be also LAMS approved in the capital territory where there is an engine cc exception and the design is meeting the power-to-weight ratio.
“Note that we are actively working to get the ‘engine cc’ exception spread out to other states. We’re making some headway, but we don’t know yet 100% if it will happen and when.”
Harley-Davidson is also believed to be lobbying for the changes to the LAMS rules.
In South Australia, the Can-Am Spyder F3 is exempt from the Learner-Approved Motorcycle Scheme for those wanting a Spyder licence endorsement only. It excludes riders from riding a motorcycle.
These riders must do the basic rider course and observation ride.
Ryker is a bare-bones roadster, yet it features a low-noise, no-maintenance drive shaft rather than a belt.
It also has continuously variable transmission (CVT) which is the twist-and-go transmission used in most scooters.
To make it even easier for novices to ride, it has one foot brake on the right that is linked to front and back wheels.
It is powered by either a 35kW 600cc parallel twin or a 57kW 900cc triple.
600cc parallel twin and 900cc tripleThat’s a long way from the 85kW 1330cc engine triple that powers the rest of the Spyder fleet, but it weighs only 272kg which is about a third lighter.
Brian says you can also buy a passenger seat at $442.72. It requires a rear bracket at $474.54 for a total of $917,26. The bracket is not only built for the seat but also for storage accessories.
Rally Edition
The Ryker Rally Edition is the first Can-Am roadster with off-road abilities.
It features longer travel suspension, knobby tyres and a Rally riding mode that allows rear-wheel slide.
All Ryker models come with Can-Am’s Vehicle Stability System which includes ABS and traction control.
Ryker ryders
Can-Am spokesman Josée Perreault says the roadster will appeal to a younger demographic than the average age of Spyder buyers at 62.
“That our average buyer’s age is on the high side doesn’t bother us at all,” he says.
“Actually, we’re embracing it. These are people who have both a comfortable amount of disposable income and time to enjoy life. They use their Spyders to travel, to be with their friends, to have fun, and they love ’em.
Masses of Spyders at the 10th anniversary in 2017“On the other hand, we know there’s a substantial mass of potential that would love to own a Spyder but can’t.
“Our dealers keep telling us how they snap up a used unit as soon as one becomes available. We also know there are people out there wondering if they’d really like the riding experience or not. They’re uncertain.
“We know others just want a toy to occasionally play with. And we know there are young people who’d love to go ride, but can’t afford it.
“What’s common to all these groups is the desire for a price low enough to make it easy for them to make that decision and buy a 3-wheeler.”
| 2019 Can-Am Ryker Specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Can-Am Ryker | 2019 Can-Am Ryker Rally | |
| Engine Type | Rotax 600 ACE: inline 2 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control Rotax 900 ACE: inline 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control |
Rotax 900 ACE: inline 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control |
| Bore & Stroke | 2.9 in. (74 mm) x 2.7 in. (69.7 mm) | 2.9 in. (74 mm) x 2.7 in. (69.7 mm) |
| Power | Rotax 600 ACE Engine: 47 hp (35 kW) at 7300 rpm (claimed) Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 77 hp (57.5 kW) at 7100 rpm (claimed) |
Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 77 hp (57.5 kW) at 7100 rpm (claimed) |
| Torque | Rotax 600 ACE Engine: 35 ft-lb (47 Nm) at 6200 rpm (claimed) Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 56 ft-lb (76 Nm) at 6300 rpm (claimed) |
Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 56 ft-lb (76 Nm) at 6300 rpm (claimed) |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) with reverse | Automatic (CVT) with reverse |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone | |
| Front Shocks Type / Travel | Sachs twin-tube coil-over shocks / 5.39 in. (137 mm) | KYB HPG with preload adjustment 36mm / 6.38 in. (162 mm) |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link – mono swing arm | Multi-link – mono swing arm |
| Rear Shock Type / Travel | SACHS Twin-tube coil-over shocks with preload adjustment / 5.91 in. (150 mm) | KYB HPG 40 mm with remote reservoir 4-positions compression adjustable damping and preload adjustement / 6.89 in. (175 mm) |
| Front Brakes | 270 mm discs with Nissin 2-piston floating calipers | 270 mm discs with Nissin 2-piston floating calipers |
| Rear Brake | 220 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper | 220 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper |
| Parking Brake | Park lock | Park lock |
| Front Tires | MC145/60R16 66T | MC145/60R16 66T |
| Rear Tire | MC205/45R16 77T | MC205/55R15 81T |
| Aluminum Front Rims | 5-spoke Carbon black, 16 x 4.5 in. (406 x 114 mm) | 5-spoke Carbon black & Machined, 16 x 4.5 in. (406 x 114 mm) |
| Aluminum Rear Rim | 5-spoke Carbon black, 16 x 6.5 in. (406 x 165 mm) | 5-spoke Carbon black & Machined, 15 x 6.5 in. (381 x 165 mm) |
| Storage Capacity | 1.85 gal (7 L) | 1.85 gal (7 L) |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.28 gal (20 L) | 5.28 gal (20 L) |
| Fuel Type | Premium unleaded | |
| L x W x H | 92.6 x 59.4 x 41.8 in. (2,352 x 1,509 x 1,062 mm) | 92.6 x 59.4 x 41.8 in. (2,352 x 1,509 x 1,062 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 67.3 in. (1,709 mm) | 67.3 in. (1,709 mm) |
| Seat Height | Rotax 600 ACE Engine: 23.6 in. (599 mm) Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 23.5 in. (597 mm) |
24.2 in. (615 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | Rotax 600 ACE Engine: 4.1 in. (104 mm) Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 4.0 in. (102 mm) |
4.4 in. (112 mm) |
| Dry Weight | Rotax 600 ACE Engine: 594 lb (270 kg) Rotax 900 ACE Engine: 616 lb (280 kg) |
627 lb (285 kg) |
| Type | 4.5″ digital display | 4.5″ digital display |
| Main Functions | Rotax 600 ACE Engine: Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trips, gear position, distance to empty, engine lights, fuel gauge, clock, ECO mode Rotax 900 ACE Engine: Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trips, gear position, distance to empty, engine lights, fuel gauge, clock, ECO mode and Sport mode |
Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trips, gear position, distance to empty, engine lights, fuel gauge, clock, ECO mode, Sport mode and Rally mode. |
| Electronics | Stability Control System Traction Control System Anti-lock Braking System Anti-theft Digitally Encoded Security System Hill Hold Control |
Stability Control System Traction Control System Anti-lock Braking System Anti-theft Digitally Encoded Security System Hill Hold Control |
| Factory | 1-year BRP Limited Warranty with 1-year roadside assistance BRP’s B.E.S.T. extended service term available from 12 to 36 months |
1-year BRP Limited Warranty with 1-year roadside assistance BRP’s B.E.S.T. extended service term available from 12 to 36 months |