Vehicle Comparisons
Can-Am Ryker vs. Canyon: Which One Should You Choose?
By the Groupe Contant Team · Published October 23, 2026
Quick Answer
Ryker or Canyon: what's the difference?
The Ryker is a compact, light 3-wheeler for one person: a 52 hp Rotax 900 ACE (80 hp on the Ryker Sport and Special Series), CVT automatic transmission, 296 to 300 kg dry, and a 597 or 629 mm seat. The Canyon is Can-Am's two-seat adventure 3-wheeler: a 115 hp Rotax 1330 ACE, 6-speed semi-automatic gearbox, 160 mm of ground clearance, 260 mm of front travel, XPS Adventure tires, and an 843 mm seat. The Ryker suits beginners and solo road riding; the Canyon, riders who want to take less-travelled roads, ride two-up, or travel with luggage (XT and Redrock).
The Ryker and the Canyon sit at opposite ends of the Can-Am 3-wheel lineup. The Ryker is the smallest and lightest, built to be easy to ride and customize. The Canyon is taller, more powerful, and equipped for adventure, with long-travel suspension and protection for the roads less travelled.
This comparison relies only on BRP's 2027 model-year data (Ryker, Ryker Sport, and Ryker Special Series; Canyon, Canyon XT, and Canyon Redrock). The table names the trim whenever a value changes.
Comparison table
| Specification | Can-Am Ryker 2027 | Can-Am Canyon 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 900 cc | 1330 cc |
| Power | 80 hp (59.6 kW) @ 8250 RPM (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 52 hp (38.9 kW) @ 7250 RPM (RYKER) | 115 hp (85.8 kW) @ 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 58.3 lb-ft (79.1 Nm) @ 6750 RPM (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 39.7 lb-ft (53.9 Nm) @ 5000 RPM (RYKER) | 96 lb-ft. (130.1 Nm) @ 5000 RPM |
| Transmission type | Automatic (CVT) with reverse function | Semi-automatic with reverse function |
| Seats | 1 | 2 |
| Dry weight | 662 lb (300 kg) (RYKER SPORT) 655 lb (297 kg) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 653 lb (296 kg) (RYKER) | 1,036 lb (470 kg) (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) 996 lb (452 kg) (CANYON) |
| Seat height | 24.7 in. (629 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 23.5 in. (597 mm) (RYKER) | 33.2 in. (843 mm) |
| Ground clearance | 4.0 in. (101 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 3.8 in. (97 mm) (RYKER) | 6.3 in. (160 mm) |
| Front shocks / travel | KYB† HPG with preload ajdustment 6.34 in. (161 mm) (RYKER SPORT) KYB† HPG Kashima with preload ajdustment / 6.34 in (161 mm) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) SACHS† Twin-tube coil-over shocks / 5.35 in. (136 mm) (RYKER) | KYB Piggyback Smart-Shox / 10.2 in. (260 mm) (CANYON REDROCK) SACHS† Big-Bore shocks / 10.2 in. (260 mm) (CANYON, CANYON XT) |
| Rear shock / travel | KYB HPG with remote reservoir 4-position compression adjustable damping and preload adjustment / 6.65 in. (169 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) SACHS† Twin-tube coil-over shock with preload adjustment / 5.71 in. (145 mm) (RYKER) | KYB Smart-Shox with self-leveling air preload adjustment / 9.2 po (235 mm) (CANYON REDROCK) SACHS shock / 9.2 in. (235 mm) (CANYON) SACHS Shock with self-leveling air preload adjustment / 9.2 in. (235 mm) (CANYON XT) |
| Front tires | XPS Ride - 145/60 R16 MC 66T | XPS Adventure - K155/65 R16 72H |
| Storage capacity | 2 gal (7.59 L) | 31.86 gal (120.6 L) (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) 0.16 gal / 0.6 L (Phone compartment) (CANYON) |
| Towing capacity | Not listed | 400 lb (181 kg) |
| Dynamic power steering (DPS) | Not listed | Dynamic Power Steering |
| Instrumentation | 5 in. color display | 10.25 in. Touch Display with Apple CarPlay |
| Warranty | 1-year BRP limited warranty with 1-year roadside assistance | 2-year BRP limited warranty with 2-year roadside assistance |
Rows marked with a dot differ between the two models. "Not listed": the figure isn't in the manufacturer source cited below.
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| Specification | Can-Am Ryker 2027 | Can-Am Canyon 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration | ||
| Engine | 900 ACE™ - 9 (RYKER SPORT) 900 ACE™ - 6 (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES, RYKER) | Not listed |
| Displacement | 900 cc | 1330 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) with reverse function | Semi-automatic with reverse function |
| Engine | ||
| Engine type | Rotax® 900 ACE™ in-line 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control | Rotax® 1330 ACE™ in-line 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control |
| Bore and stroke | 2.9 x 2.7 in. (74 x 69.7 mm) | 3.31 x 3.14 in. (84 x 80 mm) |
| Power | 80 hp (59.6 kW) @ 8250 RPM (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 52 hp (38.9 kW) @ 7250 RPM (RYKER) | 115 hp (85.8 kW) @ 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 58.3 lb-ft (79.1 Nm) @ 6750 RPM (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 39.7 lb-ft (53.9 Nm) @ 5000 RPM (RYKER) | 96 lb-ft. (130.1 Nm) @ 5000 RPM |
| Powertrain | ||
| Transmission type | Automatic (CVT) with reverse function | Semi-automatic with reverse function |
| Gears | Not listed | 6-speed |
| Chassis, brakes & tires | ||
| Front suspension | Double wishbone | Double A-arms with anti-roll bar |
| Front shocks / travel | KYB† HPG with preload ajdustment 6.34 in. (161 mm) (RYKER SPORT) KYB† HPG Kashima with preload ajdustment / 6.34 in (161 mm) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) SACHS† Twin-tube coil-over shocks / 5.35 in. (136 mm) (RYKER) | KYB Piggyback Smart-Shox / 10.2 in. (260 mm) (CANYON REDROCK) SACHS† Big-Bore shocks / 10.2 in. (260 mm) (CANYON, CANYON XT) |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link - mono swing arm | Swing Arm |
| Rear shock / travel | KYB HPG with remote reservoir 4-position compression adjustable damping and preload adjustment / 6.65 in. (169 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) SACHS† Twin-tube coil-over shock with preload adjustment / 5.71 in. (145 mm) (RYKER) | KYB Smart-Shox with self-leveling air preload adjustment / 9.2 po (235 mm) (CANYON REDROCK) SACHS shock / 9.2 in. (235 mm) (CANYON) SACHS Shock with self-leveling air preload adjustment / 9.2 in. (235 mm) (CANYON XT) |
| Electronic brake distribution | Foot-operated, hydraulic 3-wheel brake | Foot-operated, hydraulic 3-wheel brake |
| Front brakes | 270 mm discs with Nissin 2-piston floating calipers | 270 mm discs with Brembo† 4-piston fixed calipers |
| Rear brake | 220 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper | 270 mm disc, 1-piston floating caliper with integrated parking brake |
| Parking brake | Park lock | Electrically actuated |
| Front tires | XPS Ride - 145/60 R16 MC 66T | XPS Adventure - K155/65 R16 72H |
| Rear tire | XPS Ride - 205/45 R16 MC 77T | XPS Adventure - K225/50/R15 84H (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) XPS Adventure - K225/50 R15 84H (CANYON) |
| Front rims | Aero wheels, Deep Black, 16 x 4.5 in. (406 x 114 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER) Aero wheels, Liquid Titanium, 16 x 4.5 in. (406 x 114 mm) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) | 12-spoke, Carbon Black / Alloy Orange, 16 X 5 in. (406 X 127 mm) (CANYON REDROCK) 12-spoke, Carbon Black, 16 X 5 in. (406 X 127 mm) (CANYON, CANYON XT) |
| Rear rim | Aero wheel, Deep Black, 16 x 6.5 in. (406 x 165 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER) Aero wheel, Liquid Titanium, 16 x 6.5 in. (406 x 165 mm) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) | 6-spoke, 15 x 7 in. (381 mm x 178 mm) |
| Dimensions & capacities | ||
| Rider capacity | 1 | 2 |
| Maximum vehicle load | 405 lb (184 kg) (RYKER SPORT) 412 lb (187 kg) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 414 lb (188 kg) (RYKER) | 617 lb (280 kg) (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) 656 lb (298 kg) (CANYON) |
| Storage capacity | 2 gal (7.59 L) | 31.86 gal (120.6 L) (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) 0.16 gal / 0.6 L (Phone compartment) (CANYON) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.28 gal (20 L) | 7.1 gal (27 L) |
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded | Premium unleaded |
| Length x width x height | 92.7 x 58.7 x 42.2 in. (2,356 x 1,492 x 1,071 mm) | 100.3 X 62.2 X 59 in. (2,547 X 1,581 X 1,500 mm) (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) 98 X 62.2 X 59 in. ( 2,489 X 1,581 X 1,500 mm) (CANYON) |
| Wheelbase | 67.3 in. (1,709 mm) | 67.6 in. (1,718 mm) (CANYON REDROCK) 67.6 in. (1,718 mm) (CANYON, CANYON XT) |
| Seat height | 24.7 in. (629 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 23.5 in. (597 mm) (RYKER) | 33.2 in. (843 mm) |
| Ground clearance | 4.0 in. (101 mm) (RYKER SPORT, RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 3.8 in. (97 mm) (RYKER) | 6.3 in. (160 mm) |
| Dry weight | 662 lb (300 kg) (RYKER SPORT) 655 lb (297 kg) (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) 653 lb (296 kg) (RYKER) | 1,036 lb (470 kg) (CANYON REDROCK, CANYON XT) 996 lb (452 kg) (CANYON) |
| Towing capacity | Not listed | 400 lb (181 kg) |
| Features | ||
| Instrumentation | 5 in. color display | 10.25 in. Touch Display with Apple CarPlay |
| Features | LED headlights Lockable Glove box with USB port (2 gal / 7.59 L) Adjustable footpegs UFit handlebar adjustment MAX Mount Structure Cruise control Sport mode Signature LED lights (RYKER SPORT) LED headlights Lockable Glove box with USB port (2 gal / 7.59 L) Adjustable footpegs UFit handlebar adjustment MAX Mount Structure Cruise control Sport mode Signature LED lights Exclusive seat Akrapovič exhaust Special Series panel kit Exclusive Wrap kit (RYKER SPECIAL SERIES) LED headlights Glove box with USB port (2 gal / 7.59 L) Adjustable footpegs (RYKER) | LED headlights Metal radiator grille Adjustable windshield Phone compartment with USB port (0.16 gal / 0.6 L) Handguards Integrated LinQ attachment points Cruise control Enduro anti-slip pegs Belt protector 143 mm (5.6 in) handlebar riser Adjustable Drive Modes Aluminum top & side cases Driver and passenger heated grips Passenger backrest Self-leveling rear air suspension Comfort pegs Front skid plate Comfort seat Backup camera Smart-Shox semi-active supension Custom Drive Mode (CANYON REDROCK) LED headlights Metal radiator grille Adjustable windshield Phone compartment with USB port (0.16 gal / 0.6 L) Handguards Integrated LinQ attachment points Cruise control Enduro anti-slip pegs Belt protector 143 mm (5.6 in) handlebar riser Adjustable Drive Modes (CANYON) LED headlights Metal radiator grille Adjustable windshield Phone compartment with USB port (0.16 gal / 0.6 L) Handguards Integrated LinQ attachment points Cruise control Enduro anti-slip pegs Belt protector 143 mm (5.6 in) handlebar riser Adjustable Drive Modes Aluminum top & side cases Driver and passenger heated grips Passenger backrest Self-leveling rear air suspension Comfort pegs Front skid plate Comfort seat (CANYON XT) |
| Audio system | Not listed | USB, Bluetooth†* |
| Safety & security | ||
| Stability control (SCS) | Stability Control System | Stability Control System |
| Traction control (TCS) | Traction Control System | Traction Control System |
| ABS | Anti-lock Braking System | Anti-lock Braking System |
| Anti-theft-system | Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.TM) | Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.TM) |
| Hill hold control (HHC) | Hill Hold Control | Hill Hold Control |
| Dynamic power steering (DPS) | Not listed | Dynamic Power Steering |
Sources
- Can-Am Ryker: BRP product data, 2027 model year
- Can-Am Canyon: BRP product data, 2027 model year
The Key Differences
Size and weight: the Ryker weighs 296 to 300 kg dry, the Canyon 452 to 470 kg. The Ryker's seat is at 597 mm (629 mm on the Sport and Special Series), the Canyon's at 843 mm. Ground clearance goes from 97 or 101 mm on the Ryker to 160 mm on the Canyon.
Mechanicals: the Ryker has a 900 cc Rotax 900 ACE (52 or 80 hp depending on the trim) and a CVT automatic transmission. The Canyon has a 115 hp Rotax 1330 ACE and a 6-speed semi-automatic gearbox. Both have reverse, ABS, stability control, traction control, and hill hold control.
Suspension: the Canyon has 260 mm of front travel and 235 mm in the rear, versus 136 to 161 mm and 145 to 169 mm on the Ryker. The Canyon Redrock has KYB Smart-Shox semi-active suspension.
Storage and equipment: the Ryker has a 7.59 L glove box and a 5 in. colour display. The Canyon has a 10.25 in. touchscreen with Apple CarPlay; the base Canyon only has a 0.6 L phone compartment, while the Canyon XT and Redrock have aluminum top and side cases, for 120.6 L. BRP lists neither dynamic power steering nor a towing capacity for the Ryker; the Canyon has both (181 kg towing). BRP's warranty is 1 year on the Ryker and 2 years on the Canyon.
Why Choose the Ryker
- The lightest of the lineup: 296 to 300 kg dry.
- The lowest seat: 597 mm.
- CVT automatic transmission, with no gears to shift.
- More storage than the base Canyon: a 7.59 L glove box with a USB port.
- The Ryker Sport and Special Series add 80 hp, Sport mode, cruise control, and adjustable KYB shocks.
Why Choose the Canyon
- Built for adventure: 160 mm of ground clearance, 260 mm of front travel, XPS Adventure tires, handguards, and a belt protector.
- Two seats and 115 hp, with a 6-speed semi-automatic gearbox and dynamic power steering.
- Integrated LinQ attachment points for adding accessories.
- On the Canyon XT and Redrock: aluminum cases (120.6 L), driver and passenger heated grips, passenger backrest, self-leveling rear suspension, and a front skid plate.
- On the Canyon Redrock: Smart-Shox semi-active suspension, backup camera, and custom drive mode.
Which One Is Right for You?
| Your profile | Our suggestion |
|---|---|
| You're new to 3-wheelers | Ryker |
| You want a low seat and a light vehicle | Ryker |
| You often take less-travelled roads | Canyon |
| You travel two-up with luggage | Canyon XT or Redrock |
| You want the most advanced suspension | Canyon Redrock |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ryker is a compact, light 3-wheeler for one person: a 52 hp Rotax 900 ACE (80 hp on the Ryker Sport and Special Series), CVT automatic transmission, 296 to 300 kg dry, and a 597 or 629 mm seat. The Canyon is Can-Am's two-seat adventure 3-wheeler: a 115 hp Rotax 1330 ACE, 6-speed semi-automatic gearbox, 160 mm of ground clearance, 260 mm of front travel, XPS Adventure tires, and an 843 mm seat. The Ryker suits beginners and solo road riding; the Canyon, riders who want to take less-travelled roads, ride two-up, or travel with luggage (XT and Redrock).
BRP presents it as an adventure 3-wheeler, with protection for the roads less travelled. It runs on XPS Adventure tires and has 160 mm of ground clearance, versus 97 or 101 mm for the Ryker.
BRP presents the Ryker as the ideal vehicle for entry-level riders: it's the lightest, its seat is the lowest, and its CVT transmission is fully automatic.
Both are 3-wheel motorcycles, which require the SAAQ licence for that type of vehicle. See our 3-wheel motorcycle licence guide.
Yes, Groupe Contant rents Rykers and Canyons. See our Ryker rental and Canyon rental pages, where bookings are made.
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