Gran Canaria: Can-Am Ryker Tour Maspalomas, Fataga & Mogan

Summary

Gran Canaria quad-style motorcycle tour with scenic stops and easy riding

You’ll feel the rush of Gran Canaria’s open roads as you ride a Can-Am Ryker from Maspalomas through mountains and along the coast to Mogan—with a local guide showing you hidden views and sharing stories along the way. Helmets, fuel, insurance, and all instructions are included so you can just focus on enjoying every twist in the road.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the low rumble of the Can-Am Ryker under me—honestly, I was a little nervous at first (I’ve never been much of a biker). Our guide, José, handed us helmets and grinned while explaining everything in this mix of Spanish and English—plus his phone translator for my partner who speaks French. He made sure we all felt good before we rolled out from Maspalomas. The sun was already warm on my arms and there was this salty tang in the air that just made me want to keep going.

Riding through Gran Canaria’s backroads felt way less intimidating than I expected. The Ryker is automatic, so it’s more like driving a big scooter than anything else. We wound up into the hills toward Fataga—cacti everywhere, little white houses tucked into the rock. At one point José pulled over and pointed out some almond trees just starting to flower (he tried to teach us the Spanish name but I totally blanked). The wind smelled faintly sweet up there. There’s something about seeing those mountain villages from behind handlebars instead of a bus window—it sticks with you.

We cruised down toward Playa del Inglés next, where you could hear music drifting from beach bars even from the road. Then along the coast toward Mogan—my favorite stretch. The sea looked unreal blue against those cliffs. My partner kept laughing every time I took a corner too slow; apparently I drive like someone’s grandma but hey, better safe than sorry? By then I’d stopped worrying about looking cool and just enjoyed it—the freedom, the weird little moments like waving at locals or catching whiffs of grilled fish as we passed seaside cafés.

I still think about that last bit when we pulled back into Maspalomas—dusty, grinning, hair wild under my helmet. Not sure if it was the ride or just feeling like part of the island for a few hours, but it stuck with me longer than I thought it would.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Can-Am Ryker motorcycle tour

• Receive riding instructions in Maspalomas
• Start Can-Am Ryker motorcycle ride
• Explore mountain roads with views
• Drive through towns and city streets
• Enjoy coastal routes and ocean views

Top questions

Do I need a motorcycle license for this tour?

No, only a standard car license is required to drive the Can-Am Ryker on this tour.

Is pickup included in Maspalomas?

The tour starts with an induction in Maspalomas; hotel pickup is not mentioned as included.

Are helmets provided for riders?

Yes, helmets are included for all participants during the tour.

Can I join if I don’t speak Spanish?

Yes, instructions are given in all languages using Google Translator if needed.

How many people share each vehicle?

If booking for two or more adults together, you will share vehicles unless extra ones are purchased.

Is lunch or food included on this tour?

No meals are included; only fuel, helmets, and insurance are provided.

What towns do we visit on this Gran Canaria tour?

The route includes stops at Fataga, Playa del Inglés, and Mogan.

Is this similar to a quad or buggy tour?

Yes—the Can-Am Ryker offers a similar fun ride experience to quads or buggies but is fully automatic and comfortable.

What’s included

Your day includes full use of an automatic Can-Am Ryker motorcycle with fuel provided throughout your journey across Gran Canaria’s diverse roads. Helmets are supplied for safety (and honestly for taming your hair), plus insurance coverage in case of accident where you’re not responsible. You’ll also get clear riding instructions in your language before setting off with your group and local guide from Maspalomas.