On What Type of Roads Can I Ride my Can-Am 3-Wheel Motorcycle

Julana Dizon
By Julana Dizon
July 2025
Ambassador Julana Dizon on a Can-Am Spyder RT

Whether you're planning your next road trip, exploring backroads, or riding through local streets, knowing what types of roads you can ride your 3-wheel motorcycle on makes all the difference.

Whether you own a Can-Am Spyder, Ryker, or the all-new Canyon, each model is designed for specific types of terrain—and this guide will help you match the right road to the right ride.

 

Different Roads, Different rides

Can-Am 3-wheel motorcycles are built for versatility, but that versatility varies by model. Here's a breakdown of common road types and how each vehicle handles them:

  • Highway & pavement: Ideal for all models
  • Gravel roads & short unpaved stretches: Spyder & Ryker (acceptable with caution) and Canyon (fully capable)
  • Backroads, remote roads and forest roads: Canyon only
  • Off-road trails or sandy trails: Not recommended

 

Spyder: Best on Pavement

The Can-Am Spyder F3 and Spyder RT are designed for long-distance road trips and smooth riding. With a comfortable position, stable handling, and ample storage—especially on the Spyder RT— they are the perfect 3-wheel vehicle for trips.

Ideal for:

  • Highways
  • Paved backroads
  • Scenic routes
  • Trips on paved roads

⚠️ Short, smooth gravel stretches like campground entries or private roads are manageable if taken slowly. Avoid long unpaved segments.

 

Ryker: Urban Agility with Some Durability

The Can-Am Ryker is playful and designed for shorter rides. Fun, simple to ride and responsive, it's great for urban areas and weekend fun. The driveshaft transmission offers durability on light gravel.

Ideal for:

  • City streets
  • Urban areas
  • Casual rides

* Ryker Rally package

  • Unpaved road
  • Gravel road

⚠️ Brief unpaved sections are tolerable, especially with the Ryker Rally package. Not recommended for extended rough-road riding.

 

Canyon: Designed for Mixed Terrain

The Can-Am Canyon, perfect for adventure, opens the door to more rugged roads and less traveled roads. It’s built for gravel, rural routes, and uneven terrain, with added protection and capability.

Of course, it handles highways and paved roads with ease, making it a versatile choice for riders who want the freedom to explore both smooth and challenging surfaces.

Ideal for:

  • Gravel roads
  • Forest roads
  • Unpaved roads

 

Tips for Smart Riding

  • Choose roads based on your model's design
  • Ride cautiously on gravel (slow speed, steady grip)
  • Watch for changing terrain and loose surfaces
  • For Canyon riders: pack smart and prepare for remote routes

 

Ride Where Your Vehicle Belongs

Your Can-Am 3-wheel motorcycle is built to go far—but every model performs best on different types of roads.

  • Spyder: for long, paved rides
  • Ryker: for urban settings and curvy road fun
  • Canyon: for gravel roads and exploration beyond the pavement

Once you’ve found the right road, make sure you're ready for the ride. From packing the right gear to staying comfortable mile after mile, check out our 3-wheel motorcycle road trip essentials before you head out.

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