If you ever wanted a three-wheeled roadster but couldn’t afford the Can-Am Spyder, there is now the Ryker which will cost about half the price.
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In Australia, the 1330cc F3 costs $28,890, so the 600/900cc Ryker should start at about $14,000-$15,000.
Obviously the entry level solo-seat version is the 600cc model. We reckon it would qualify as a learner/novice bike in Australia under the Learner-Approved Motorcycle Scheme (LAMS).
It could be a great way to get millennials on to “motorcycles”!
The 900cc model costs an extra $US1500.
While Spyders can cost up to $28,990 for the ST Limited with all the trimmings, this is a bare-bones roadster, yet it features a low-noise, no-maintenance drive shaft rather than a belt.
Ryker 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.
You can also buy a passenger seat that requires a separate rear frame. It weighs more and costs about $US600 extra.
Rally EditionThere will also be a Ryker Rally Edition for $US10,999 which 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 t 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 |