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Strengths & best for
- Trail, hunting and off-road utility use
Pros & cons (rider view)
Pros
- Revived by BRP in 2006 after a hiatus from 1987
- Spyder 3-wheeler launched in 2007 created new category
- Maverick X3 holds multiple desert-race wins
- Returning to motorcycles with Origin and Pulse in 2024
Cons
- Parts availability can vary by region
- Service network density depends on location
- Resale values fluctuate with model year and condition
Owner reputation & reliability
Reliability: data pendingCommonly praised
- Revived by BRP in 2006 after a hiatus from 1987
- Spyder 3-wheeler launched in 2007 created new category
- Maverick X3 holds multiple desert-race wins
Common complaints
- Wait times for parts in less-served regions
- Maintenance cost rises with age and miles
- Some accessories are model-year specific
Compiled from public rider forums and owner reports. Individual experience varies.
Company financials
- Parent
- Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP)
- Ticker
- TSX/NASDAQ: DOO / DOOO
- Revenue
- $10B CAD (BRP FY2024)
Subsidiaries / siblings
Shared parent: BRP Sea-Doo, Ski-Doo, Lynx, Rotax, Manitou
Investors
Public; Bain Capital and Beaudoin family controlling shareholders
Leader in three-wheel on-road (Spyder/Ryker) and side-by-side performance.
Warranty
- New unit
- 2 years on Spyder/Ryker; 6 months on Maverick/Defender ORV
- Powertrain
- Rotax engine covered same period
Transferable Extended available
B.E.S.T. extended coverage available up to 36 months.
Resale value
Strong3-year retention71%
5-year retention55%
Maverick X3, Defender HD10, and Spyder RT lead Can-Am residuals.
Awards & recognition
- 2024UTV Guide SxS of the Year Maverick RUTV Guide
- 2024Cycle World Best Three-Wheeler Spyder RTCycle World
- 2023ATV.com Editor's Choice Defender LimitedATV.com
Future roadmap
- 2025Can-Am Pulse and Origin electric street motorcycles launch
- 2026Expanded Maverick R lineup and Defender refresh cycle
- 2027Full Can-Am EV motorcycle line targeted across segments
Roadmap reflects publicly announced plans; timelines may shift.