Gran Canaria Coast: Ryker Motorcycle Tour Maspalomas to Tauro

Ride the winding GC-200 by Ryker for epic Gran Canaria views

You’ll hop onto a Can-Am Ryker in Maspalomas with a local guide leading you along Gran Canaria’s wild southwest coast via GC-200. Feel sea air on your face as you cruise past fishing villages, pause for sunset views above Amadores Beach, and stop for drinks in Tauro before heading back — all with helmets, fuel, and legal insurance sorted for you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Coastal ride from Maspalomas to Tauro

• Induction and paperwork at office
• Quick tutorial on Can-Am Ryker
• Strap on helmets
• Ride from Maspalomas to El Pajar
• Continue riding past Arguineguin and Patalava
• Pass by turistic spot without stopping
• Climb hill at beach for sunset view
• Stop at restaurant in Tauro for break
• Return to Maspalomas via same road

The Experience

I’ll be honest, I was a little nervous when they handed me the helmet at the garage in Maspalomas. Something about three wheels and that low growl of the Can-Am Ryker made my stomach flutter — but in a good way. Our guide, Dani, grinned and said, “Don’t worry, you’ll get it in five minutes.” He was right. After some quick paperwork and a laugh about my questionable Spanish pronunciation (I tried to say “el Pajar” and he just shook his head), we rolled out onto the GC-200. The air smelled faintly salty, like sunscreen and ocean spray mixed together.

The road hugged the coast so tight it felt like we might tip into the Atlantic if we leaned too far. We zipped past Arguineguín and Patalavaca — not stopping, just catching glimpses of sun-faded houses and locals waving from balconies. It’s weird how quickly you start trusting the bike; my hands stopped sweating after ten minutes. The light kept changing as we rode west, sometimes gold, sometimes almost pink on the water. Dani pointed out little fishing boats bobbing below us — he knew every curve of that road.

There was this hill near Amadores Beach where we pulled over (not climbing on foot, thank god) to catch our breath and stare at the view. The sand looked almost fake, too pale for real life. Everyone got quiet for a minute — even Dani — just listening to distant music drifting up from somewhere below. Someone joked about moving here forever. Then in Tauro we stopped at this restaurant perched above the rocks; I don’t remember what I drank but it tasted cold and sweet after all that sun. The ride back felt faster somehow, maybe because I didn’t want it to end yet. I still think about that stretch of road sometimes when I hear engines revving anywhere else.

Top questions

Do I need a motorcycle license for this tour?

No, only a valid car license is required to drive the Can-Am Ryker on public roads.

Where does the Ryker tour start?

The tour starts at an office/garage near Maspalomas in Gran Canaria.

How long is each stop during the ride?

Stops range from 10 to 20 minutes depending on location and group preference.

Is there a guide during the tour?

Yes, a local guide leads the group along the route and answers questions during stops.

Are helmets provided for riders?

Yes, helmets are included for all participants as part of the tour.

Does this tour include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; travelers meet at the starting garage near Maspalomas.

Is food or drink included in Tauro?

No food or drink is included but there is an optional stop at a restaurant where you can purchase your own refreshments.

Can two people share one Ryker motorcycle?

You can book a single Can-Am Ryker for yourself or share with a partner if preferred.

What’s included

Your evening includes use of a Can-Am Ryker motorcycle with fuel provided, helmets for safety, legal insurance to drive on public roads, plus guidance from a local expert along Gran Canaria’s coastal GC-200 route — with plenty of time for sunset stops and optional drinks before returning to Maspalomas.