2020 Can-Am RYKER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
16 owner complaints analyzed
4 distinct recall campaigns
750 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2020 model year. Data snapshot: . 3 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Steering is the most frequently named component, appearing in 6 of 16 complaints (37.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 5 | 31.3% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 6.3% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 6.3% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 6.3% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Steering | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Wheels | 4 |
| Electrical System:Motorcycle Handlebar Switch Pod Left/Right | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 |
| Steering:Column | 1 |
| Steering:Steering Wheel /Handle Bar:Yaw/Angle Sensor | 1 |
Steering: 6; Service Brakes: 4; Wheels: 4; Electrical System:Motorcycle Handlebar Switch Pod Left/Right: 1; Fuel/Propulsion System: 1; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 1; Steering:Column: 1; Steering:Steering Wheel /Handle Bar:Yaw/Angle Sensor: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 13 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 |
2020: 3; 2021: 2; 2022: 6; 2023: 3; 2024: 1; 2025: 1
Pattern summary
Steering leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 5 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 1 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11432553 · 2021-09-11 (September 11, 2021)
While riding the bike with my 9 year old son as a passenger we came up on a slow vehicle. Attempted to pass in a passing lane to the left side of the slow car, we were traveling about 50 mph. The both lanes were flat and straight with no rough pavement. I got into the left land and throttled to accelerate. Once slightly ahead of the car I started to turn to the right to complete the overtake and upon pulling the handlebars to initiate the turn it stated hard braking both front wheels like the abs kicked in. I released throttle and kept str…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11432553 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11462842 · 2022-04-30 (April 30, 2022)
When turning left at roadway speeds whether it a slight or stronger turn, the right front brake grabs add though the abs is kicking on. This makes it sometimes hard to steer and make the corner. We had the dealership check the issue and we were told there is nothing wrong. There is most certainly something wrong
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11462842 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11654860 · 2025-04-15 (April 15, 2025)
Can Am is shutting down while operating on highway. Defective fuel pump Shut down multiple times and at times loss of power
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11654860 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11483498 · 2022-09-08 (September 8, 2022)
The contact owns a 2020 Can-Am Ryker motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering column fractured and the handlebars detached, causing the motorcycle to fail to shift gears. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11483498 at NHTSA ↗