BRP Can-Am Spyder Roadster

The Can-Am Spyder ("Spyder") is a three-wheeled motorcycle manufactured by Can-Am motorcycles, itself a division of Bombardier Recreational Products. The vehicle has a single rear drive wheel and two wheels in front for steering, similar in layout to a modern snowmobile. The Spyder uses an ATV-like chassis. The manufacturer refers to it as a "roadster," but in technical terms, it is more of what has been traditionally called a trike.

BRP Can-Am Spyder Roadster
ManufacturerBombardier Recreational Products
Production2007–
ClassSport-touring/roadster
EngineBRP-Rotax 998 V-Twin EFI
Rotax 1330 ACE in-line 3 cylinders,
Transmission5-speed manual with reverse
5-Speed paddle-shift Electronic with Reverse
6-speed manual with reverse
6-Speed paddle-shift Electronic with Reverse
SuspensionFront: 144mm double A-arm with anti-roll bar
Rear: swingarm - 145mm monoshock
BrakesBRP foot-actuated, fully integrated hydraulic 3-wheel braking system
Front: 4 piston calipers with 10.2 in × 0.25 in (259.1 mm × 6.4 mm) disc
Rear: Single-piston caliper with 10.2 in × 0.25 in (259.1 mm × 6.4 mm) disc
TiresFront: KR21 165/65R14 on 14x5 rim
Rear: KR21 255/50R15 on 15x7 rim
Cast aluminum wheels
Wheelbase68 in (1,700 mm)

Sales

The Can-Am Spyder was officially launched in February 2007. By October 2007, approximately 2,500 units had been sold.[1] By May 2009, 12,500 Spyders (9,932 of them sold in the United States) had been manufactured.[2] Approximately 21 percent of its sales are to women.[3] In addition, some 27 percent of Spyder owners have never previously owned a motorcycle.[4]

In 2015, during the annual "Spyderfest" gathering in Springfield MO, the 100,000th Spyder was delivered[5]

Features
Customized Can-Am Spyder

The Spyder has traction and stability control, and antilock brakes.[6] In most US states the Spyder is licensed as a motorcycle. In California, Delaware, Nevada, and South Carolina only a regular driver's license is required—however, helmet laws apply in California as they do for all motorcyclists.

Except for the Ryker model, there is luggage space under the hood at the front of the vehicle.[7] Top rear dual helmet boxes and other accessories for the Spyder are also available.

The Spyder also has front and rear brakes which are both actuated by the same foot pedal, a reverse gear, power steering and an optional electric shift (clutchless) transmission.[8]

Models
Can-Am Spyder with RT-622 trailer in Toronto.
2019 Can-Am Ryker 600

There are three current model lines of Spyders as of 2020, starting at $8,500.00 USD and ranging up to $27,300 USD. Some of the lines having additional trim packages, which can result in Spyders, even in the same line, having quite a different look. Additionally, in 2018, Can-Am started producing a new lower-cost line named the Ryker. It is intended for a younger entry-level demographic and does not bear the Spyder moniker.

  • The Can-Am Ryker series is a bare-bones, less expensive "recreational" version, with feet-forward upright seating, the lowest ground-to-seat height, and a smaller 600 or 900 cc engine. There are two trim packages available for the Ryker, the base model, and the Rally Edition.
  • The Spyder F3 series is a "sport-cruising" version, with feet-forward upright seating. This could be compared to a Cruiser (motorcycle), where the seating is much lower to the ground. There are several trim packages available in the F3 series, such as the base model F3, the F3-S, the F3-S (Special Series), the F3-T, and the F3-Limited).
  • The Spyder RT series is a touring version, with integrated saddlebags and a top case. This could be compared to a Touring motorcycle. There are two Trim Packages in the RT Line, the base RT and the RT-Limited.[9]

Discontinued Models

  • The Spyder RS series was a sports version, somewhat of a cross between the current F3 model and the Ryker model. The styling and seat position is more like a conventional sport bike. It was discontinued in 2016.
  • The Spyder ST series was a sports-touring hybrid version, with an upright seat and removable saddlebags. This could be compared to a Sport touring motorcycle. It was discontinued in 2016.

(All types sport a front trunk, or "frunk", the Ryker's being very small compared to the other models.)

Government models

As of 2015, BRP offers specialty versions of the Spyder intended for Law Enforcement:

  • The Spyder F3-P is a version of the F3 with Emergency Lighting, Siren, and both 12v and USB outlets for equipment, in addition to their "Quick Pursuit" ignition system.
  • A special patrol version of the RT is also available

Types of transmission

Spyder SM5
The SM5 has a manual 5-speed transmission with the standard motorcycle left-foot-actuated shifter and left-hand-actuated clutch. It is a one-down-four-up system with reverse.[6]

Spyder SE5 (and SE6 below)
The SE5 has a semi-automatic transmission, which shifts sequentially 1-2-3-4-5 and 5-4-3-2-1. There is no foot shifter or hand-clutch actuator. Instead, a paddle-shifter located on the left-hand grip at the thumb position is used to shift (press paddle forward with the thumb to shift UP, press paddle backward with the index finger from the front to shift down). Manually downshifting is optional (hence "semi-automatic") since the transmission will automatically downshift based on RPMs as the rider decelerates. Manually upshifting is NOT optional and must be performed by the rider, since the transmission WILL NOT automatically upshift (like a car). However... NO CLUTCH operation or throttle back is needed during either shifting operation.[10]

Spyder SM6

The SM6 is a manual 6-speed transmission with the standard motorcycle left-foot-actuated shifter and left-hand-actuated clutch. It is a one-down-five-up system with real reverse.

Spyder SE6 (and SE5 above)

The SE6 has a semi-automatic transmission, which shifts sequentially 1-2-3-4-5-6 and 6-5-4-3-2-1. There is no foot shifter. Instead, a paddle-shifter located on the left-hand grip is used to upshift and downshift (see Spyder SE5 for detailed operation).

Specifications and options
Can-Am Spyder
Can-Am Spyder

Specifications of the RT, RS, and ST models (as of 2012)

Package SM5 Transmission SE5 Transmission
Frame/Platform Surrounding Spar Technology (SST) Surrounding Spar Technology (SST)
Suspension Front 144 mm 144 mm
Double A-Arm with Anti-Roll bar Double A-Arm with Anti-Roll bar
Power Steering Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
VSS ABS, TCS, and SCS engineered with Bosch ABS, TCS, and SCS engineered with Bosch
Transmission 5 Speed Manual with Reverse 5 Speed semi-automatic transmission Electronic with Reverse
Drive Train Kevlar-reinforced drive belt 28/79 final drive ratio Kevlar-reinforced drive belt 28/79 final drive ratio
Instrumentation Dual Analog and LCD Dual Analog and LCD
Engine BRP-Rotax 990 V-Twin EFI BRP-Rotax 990 V-Twin EFI
2-into-1 exhaust system 2-into-1 exhaust system

Specifications of the RS, ST, RT, and F3 models (as of 2015)

Model RS (Sport) ST (Sport-Touring) RT (Touring) F3 (Sport Cruising)
Frame/Platform Surrounding Spar Technology (SST) Surrounding Spar Technology (SST) Surrounding Spar Technology (SST) Surrounding Spar Technology (SST)
Suspension Front Wheelbase - 67.5 in. (1,714 mm) Front Wheelbase - 67.5 in. (1,714 mm) Front Wheelbase - 67.5 in. (1,714 mm) Front Wheelbase - 67.3 in. (1,709 mm)
Double A-Arm with Anti-Roll bar Double A-Arm with Anti-Roll bar Double A-Arm with Anti-Roll bar Double A-Arm with Anti-Roll bar
Power Steering Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) Dynamic Power Steering (DPS) Dynamic Power Steering (DPS)
VSS ABS, TCS, and SCS engineered with Bosch ABS, TCS, and SCS engineered with Bosch ABS, TCS, and SCS engineered with Bosch ABS, TCS and SCS engineered with Bosch
Transmission 5-speed manual with reverse (SM5)
5-speed automated manual with reverse (SE5)		 5-speed automated manual with reverse (SE5) 6-speed manual with reverse (SM6)
6-speed automated manual with reverse (SE6)		 6-speed manual with reverse (SM6)
6-speed automated manual with reverse (SE6)
Kevlar-reinforced drive belt 28/79 final drive ratio Kevlar-reinforced drive belt 28/79 final drive ratio Kevlar-reinforced drive belt 28/79 final drive ratio Kevlar-reinforced drive belt 28/79 final drive ratio
Fuel Capacity 6.6 gal. (25 L) 6.6 gal. (25 L) 6.9 gal. (26 L) 7.1 gal. (27 L)
Instrumentation Premium color digital gauge: Digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, A & B Trip odometers, gear position, engine and ambient temperature, electronic fuel gauge, clock, cruise control indicator (RSS version) Premium color digital gauge: Digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip & hour meters, gear position, temperature, engine lights, electronic fuel gauge, clock Premium color digital gauge: Digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip & hour meters, gear position, ECO™ mode smart assist, temperature, engine lights, electronic fuel gauge, clock Multi-function LCD segment/analog gauge, tachometer, odometer, trip & hour meters, gear position, temperature, engine lights, electronic fuel gauge, clock
Engine Rotax® 998 cc V-twin, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control Rotax® 998 cc V-twin, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control 2010 - 2013 RT: Rotax® 998 cc V-twin, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control.

2014+ RT: Rotax® 1330 ACE™ in-line 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control

 Rotax® 1330 ACE™ in-line 3 cylinders, liquid-cooled with electronic fuel injection and electronic throttle control
2-into-1 exhaust system 2-into-1 exhaust system 2/3-into-1 exhaust system 3-into-1 exhaust system
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References
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  3. "REVIEW: Can-Am Spyder RS-S". womenridersnow.com. Archived from the original on 2014-04-13. Retrieved 2012-09-11.
  4. Taylor III, Alex (2012-07-30). "Three-wheeled bikes for big boys". money.cnn.com. Retrieved 2012-09-11.
  5. "BRP Sells Its 100,000th Can-Am Spyder".
  6. "2008 Can-Am Spyder GS Roadster SM5". motorcycle-usa.com. Retrieved 2009-07-31.
  7. "Can-Am Spyder F3 – 3-wheel motorcycle models - Can-Am On-Road". can-am.brp.com. Retrieved 26 May 2020.
  8. "Spyder Rentals- About Us". Website. December 2007.
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