Review: The Can-Am Ryker... A Great Ride!

[blacklightning]

Well, back looking at a 2021 Ryker Rally. All depends on if my 2 wheeler sells. How does the handling compare to the F3T?

 

[greer]

I have always preferred dual sport and standard motorcycles and took to the Ryker like a duck to water. In comparison, my buddy's 2016 F3L seems over-refined, such that I don't feel near the connection to the road or the bike, and I'm left thinking it lacks some of the thrill factor. But the F3 base or Sport would be my choice anyway, and I've never ridden one of those, so maybe they would be more to my liking. It'll be interesting to hear what you think once you have a test ride. Good luck, and keep us posted.

Sarah

 

[BajaRon]

Well, back looking at a 2021 Ryker Rally. All depends on if my 2 wheeler sells. How does the handling compare to the F3T?

There are similarities, of course. But the Ryker is a completely different animal. As for handling, I'd say the Ryker is superior to the F3 in that it is so quick and nimble. Though the F3 is an excellent machine as well. Anyone interested needs to ride both machines to get that all important feel for what you can expect.

 

[Raven]

Just think of all the upgrades you can do a Ryker with the money you saved. LOL
Of course all bikes are just "STARTER KITS".
All I can say for sure is that I am having a blast with my Ryker.

 

[StalkyTracker]

Ditto Raven's comments. Having a blast on my Ryker too.

Pic from a two week trip earlier this last summer trip (Dawsonville, GA):



My Ryker's brother by another mother.

 

[RykerUSA]

Regarding CVT belt life, I also run K&N air filters on both sides. I have nearly 100,000 miles on Rykers. I've done quite a few belt changes. Early on, I was always frustrated that the old belt looked substantially the same as the new belt that I was putting on and when I laid both belts on the garage floor, I could barely feel a difference in the width of each belt. That was when I was trying to adhere to the manual's expectation of changing every 12,000 miles. Two belt changes ago, I stretched it out to 17,000 miles with the same experience. The old belt looks substantially the same as the new one I was putting on. And, this last time, I changed the belt at 20,000 miles with the same experience.

Now, I ride mainly interstates, highways and back roads and I do not ride like a hooligan. My current Ryker has 57,000 miles on it and I just changed belts a week ago. So, I may never change the CVT belt again and just see how long this belt can really last.

Incidentally, I'm using Gates Red Line belts and I'm obviously happy with them. I'm only unhappy with myself for changing the other darn belts too early!

 

[BajaRon]

Not to discourage you with your extended belt service interval. Using a K&N filter on the drive side may be some of the reason for your good fortune. But you want to be careful not to let the belt wear to the point that it slips. This will create a grove in the drive pulleys in pretty short order, and replacing them is not cheap.

Please continue to update us on your belt mileage. Good information.

 

[Dmetcalf]

We just picked up a 2025 Rally after we returned from our Maggie Valley trip. At the rally my wife met up with some other ladies that had Rykers and they answered a few of her questions and quickly whet her appetite for one as soon as we returned to Texas. We got her one on day 2 of our return and she absolutely loves it!! Now, I had no idea how many accessories there were for that machine 'til she got it, but let me just say the aftermarket parts are still coming in almost daily!! Ron, she will be accompanying me next year when we stop by for service work!! Dang… I tried to attach a pic but it just didn’t work…

 

[Peter Aawen]

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Dang… I tried to attach a pic but it just didn’t work…

Check this out:

https://www.spyderlovers.com/thread...ert-all-pictures-images-as-thumbnails.162415/

 

[greer]

Rykers are sorely underrated in my opinion, as long as they fit the person.

Sarah

 

[Kickstart]

Not much chatter about the Ryker on this forum. Not a big surprise as this is primarily a Spyder site.

The Ryker has a number of limitations by design. But Fun, Fast, & Nimble aren't on that list. We purchased a brand new Rally in 2019 when they first came out. We pretty much had to because we wanted to see if we could improve suspension and handling. But the silver lining turned out to be a great ride and a lot of fun.

There isn't an easier vehicle on the planet to drive. Throttle, steering, and single brake are all you need to master. No upshifting or downshifting, you're always in the 'Right Gear'. There are NO GEARS at all with a CVT transmission. Which works flawlessly, other than a possible jerk or hesitation off the line until you get the hang of it.

Smooth! Smooth! Smooth! With smooth power transfer and a drive shaft that will never vibrate like the belt on a Spyder. No 'Red Dust of Death'. No Sprocket Alignment issues or worries about rocks.

We love our Ryker (which at the time is OOS due to stealing parts to get a customer's Ryker up and running quickly). I just thought I'd give this product a plug. It's not a Spyder, by any means. Wasn't meant to be. But it is a worthy ride and, for some, it is the perfect answer.

Greetings from El Sobrante, CA!

Just a note to say that we just bought a 2022 Ryker Sport. WHAT A HOOT!! We’ve been on 2 wheels for 50 years and I always thought that a trike would be boring. MY OPINION HAS BEEN SHATTERED! We are having FUN with this beast. I never imagined that it accelerates like a big cat! It is like a Ferrari minus a wheel.

I am a mechanic by trade and am enjoying adding upgrades and LED brilliance!

Ride on, ride proud!

Jack

 

[BajaRon]

Greetings from El Sobrante, CA!

Just a note to say that we just bought a 2022 Ryker Sport. WHAT A HOOT!! We’ve been on 2 wheels for 50 years and I always thought that a trike would be boring. MY OPINION HAS BEEN SHATTERED! We are having FUN with this beast. I never imagined that it accelerates like a big cat! It is like a Ferrari minus a wheel.

I am a mechanic by trade and am enjoying adding upgrades and LED brilliance!

Ride on, ride proud!

Jack

The Ryker is every bit as much fun as 2 wheels. It's just different fun. The Ryker is a Blast! We loaned our Ryker to a customer who was having work done on his Spyder at the shop. He went to get lunch and came back. I asked him how he liked it. He said he hated it! A little bit shocked I asked him why? He said it was 'Way Too Fast!'. He almost acted as if I put his life in danger.

Me, I always thought there was a fix for that under your right hand. Though I've never found a need for it myself. It is still available, isn't it?

 

[gbyoung2]

Regarding CVT belt life, I also run K&N air filters on both sides. I have nearly 100,000 miles on Rykers. I've done quite a few belt changes. Early on, I was always frustrated that the old belt looked substantially the same as the new belt that I was putting on and when I laid both belts on the garage floor, I could barely feel a difference in the width of each belt. That was when I was trying to adhere to the manual's expectation of changing every 12,000 miles. Two belt changes ago, I stretched it out to 17,000 miles with the same experience. The old belt looks substantially the same as the new one I was putting on. And, this last time, I changed the belt at 20,000 miles with the same experience.

Now, I ride mainly interstates, highways and back roads and I do not ride like a hooligan. My current Ryker has 57,000 miles on it and I just changed belts a week ago. So, I may never change the CVT belt again and just see how long this belt can really last.

Incidentally, I'm using Gates Red Line belts and I'm obviously happy with them. I'm only unhappy with myself for changing the other darn belts too early!

Curious - have you been using the Gates belts solely since your initial change from the original OEM belt?