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OPERATORS GUIDE, SPYDER GS / ENGLISH

GUIDE DU CONDUCTEUR, SPYDER GS / ANGLAIS

FAIT AU / MADE IN CANADA

U/M:P.C.

2 1 9 0 0 0 5 3 6

Includes

Safety, Vehicle

and

Maintenance Information

Roadster

Operators

Guide

SPYDER

Learn how the Spyder roadster is different.
Read

this operators guide and watch the safety video.

Complete

a training course (if available), practice and become proficient with the controls.

Consult

local laws - license requirements vary by location.

Keep

this guide in the front storage compartment.

WARNING

The Spyder roadster is a different type of vehicle-

it requires special skills and knowledge.

Learn how the Spyder roadster is different.

Read

this operators guide and watch the safety video.

Complete

a training course (if available),

practice

become proficient with the controls, and get a proper

license.

Refer

to the Safety Card before riding.

Always wear a helmet and riding gear.

With this type of vehicle, riders are exposed to more

road risks than in a car. Even skilled operators can be

struck by other vehicles or lose control. This vehicle

wil not protect you in a crash.

Handling limits and road Conditions.

The Vehicle Stability System (VSS) cannot stop you

from losing control, flipping over, or falling off if you

exceed this vehicles limits. Know the limits for different

road conditions. Do not ride on ice, snow, or off road.

Avoid puddles and running water. This type of vehicle

can hydroplane on water and slip on gravel, dirt and

sand covered roads. If you must go through these

road conditions, slow down.

Summary of Contents for spyder gs 2008

Page 1: ...M GS Learn how the Spyder roadster is different Read this operator s guide and watch the safety video Complete a training course if available practice and become proficient with the controls Consult local laws license requirements vary by location Keep this guide in the front storage compartment WARNING ...

Page 2: ...mits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc or its affiliates Bombardier Recreational Products Inc and BRP US Inc All rights reserved ...

Page 3: ...ot followed could severe ly damage vehicle components or other property Driving Environment This Operator s Guide was written in North America in a right lane driving environment Please adapt your ap plication of these maneuvers to your jurisdiction and rules of the road Refer to Other Sources of Information In addition to reading this Operator s Guide you should read the Safety Card on the vehicl...

Page 4: ...Controls 14 Multifunction Gauge Cluster 16 BASIC PROCEDURES 20 Starting and Stopping the Engine 20 Adjusting Mirrors 21 Locking the Handle Bars 21 Opening the Front Storage Compartment 21 Opening the Seat 22 Fueling 22 Operating in Reverse 23 Adjusting Suspension 23 License Plate Installation 25 SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WHAT S DIFFERENT ABOUT THE SPYDER ROADSTER 28 Stability 28 Response to Road...

Page 5: ...anced Riding Skills 45 STREET STRATEGIES 47 Plan Your Trip 47 Defensive Riding 47 Being Visible 48 Lane Position 49 Common Riding Situations 49 Road Conditions and Hazards 52 On Road Emergencies 53 Tire Failure 53 CARRYING A PASSENGER OR CARGO 54 Weight Limits 54 Operating with Extra Weight 54 Carrying a Passenger 54 Where to Store Cargo 55 No Towing 55 KNOWLEDGE SELF TEST 56 Questionnaire 56 Answ...

Page 6: ...Aiming 88 Vehicle Care 89 ROAD SIDE REPAIRS PROBLEMS 92 Cannot Shift Into First Gear 92 Lost Keys 92 Flat Tire 92 Dead Battery 92 Electrical Accessories Failure 93 Light Failure 95 Engine Does Not Start 100 MESSAGES IN MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE CLUSTER 101 TECHNICAL INFORMATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 104 Vehicle Identification Number 104 Engine Identification Number 104 EPA Compliance Label USA 104 SPEC...

Page 7: ...RP LIMITED WARRANTY OUTSIDE USA AND CANADA 2008 CAN AMTM SPYDERTM ROADSTER 116 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT 121 PRIVACY OBLIGATION DISCLAIMER 122 CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP 123 ______________________ 5 ...

Page 8: ...ion follow these instructions Refuel outdoors in a well ventilated area away from flames sparks any one smoking and other sources of ignition Never add fuel with engine running Never top off the fuel tank Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes Wipe up any spilled fuel Never start or operate the engine with the fuel cap removed Use only an approved red gasoline container to...

Page 9: ...GENERAL PRECAUTIONS See your authorized Can Am roadster dealer for available accessories for your vehicle ______________________ 7 ...

Page 10: ...GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 8 _______________________ ...

Page 11: ...CONTROLS INSTRUMENTS AND BASIC PROCEDURES T ______________________ 9 ...

Page 12: ... to wear in For riding with infrequent braking and steering allow extra time to wear in the brakes and tires During the first 1 000 km 625 mi Avoid full throttle acceleration Avoid prolonged riding If the cooling fan operates continu ously during stop and go traffic pull over and shut off the engine to let it cool off or speed up to let air cool off the engine After the break in period your vehicl...

Page 13: ... coordinated use of them See REQUIRED RIDING SKILLS AND PRACTICE EXERCISES p 37 Primary Controls 4 1 5 3 6 2 1 rmo2008 001 013_a 1 Handlebars Grip the handlebars with both hands Steer the handlebars in the direction you want to go 2 Throttle The throttle is the right handgrip and it controls engine speed To increase engine speed roll the throttle toward you rmo2008 001 007_a TO INCREASE SPEED ____...

Page 14: ... 1 Clutch lever 2 Adjuster dial 4 Gearshift Lever The gearshift lever is in front of the left footrest The gear pattern is Reverse 1 Neutral 2 3 4 5 rmo2008 001 009_a Lift up or press down fully to move se quentially from one gear to the next When the lever is released it returns to center where the mechanism resets for the next shift up or down Neutral N is selected by either a half lift from fir...

Page 15: ...a 1 Parking brake pedal rmo2008 001 080_a 1 Engaging disengaging parking brake pedal WARNING Do not use the parking brake to slow or stop the vehicle you could lose control spin tip or roll over Warn passenger not to touch it with their left foot Operate the parking brake pedal only while seated on the stopped vehicle _____________________ 13 ...

Page 16: ...2008 001 002_a IGNITION SWITCH 1 OFF 2 ON 3 Front storage compartment opening 4 Seat opening Fuel tank access 5 Steering lock position The ignition switch is located in the center of the handlebars It controls engine ignition seat opening mechanism to access fuel tank cap fuses brake fluid reservoirs battery terminals front storage compartment opening mechanism steering lock mechanism NOTICE If th...

Page 17: ... is used to select high or low beam for the headlight The headlights au tomatically turn on when the ignition switch is in the ON position To select high beams push the switch to the front position To select low beams push the switch to the down position To flash the high beams push the switch down then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold down the switch rmo2008 001 061_a 1 ...

Page 18: ...function gauge cluster includes gauges speedometer tachometer en gine temperature fuel level indicator lamps and a user selectable digital display Description rmo2008 001 050_a 1 Analog Speedometer Measures vehicle speed in kilometers or miles per hour To change units refer to SETTING METRIC IMPERIAL UNITS p 19 2 MODE M Button Pressing the MODE M button will scroll through the functions of the sec...

Page 19: ...ke engaged N On None Gearbox in neutral position R Flashing None Gearbox in reverse position On None Headlights in the HIGH beam position Flashing None VSS intervention occurs Flashing None Turn signal or hazard warning lights flashing 6 Main Digital Display Displays several real time useful informations to the rider For display function informations refer to MAIN DISPLAY FUNCTIONS p 18 Important ...

Page 20: ...his message to allow engine starting Digital Display Information WARNING Do not adjust the display while riding You could lose control Main Display Functions Pressing the SET S button will scroll through the different functions FUNCTION SEQUENCE INFORMATION DISPLAYED Outside temperature XX C Celsius XX F Fahrenheit Tachometer Revolutions per minutes XXXX RPM Secondary Display Functions Pressing th...

Page 21: ...E M button to select clock display 2 Push and hold MODE M button for three seconds 3 Press MODE M button to select 12 00 AM PM or 24 00 time base 4 If 12 00 AM PM time base selected A or P flashes press MODE M button to select A AM or P PM 5 Press SET S button to change hour 6 Press MODE M button to switch to minute minute flashes 7 Press SET S button to change minute 8 Press MODE M button Setting...

Page 22: ... not start release the button and wait 30 sec onds to let the starter cool down before trying again NOTICE Do not apply throttle while starting the engine 9 Check the display for problems and to ensure that the oil light turns off 10 Release the parking brake Make sure the parking brake indicator on the multifunction gauge cluster is off NOTICE If the parking brake is not fully released before ope...

Page 23: ...below to adjust its position in the four directions rmo2008 001 081_a MIRROR ADJUSTMENT POINTS Locking the Handle Bars To lock the vehicle by blocking the steering mechanism 1 Insert key in ignition switch 2 Rotate the handlebar all the way to the right or to the left 3 Turn the key 1 4 turn to the left to the steering lock position and re move rmo2008 001 074_a KEY POSITION TO LOCK HANDLE BARS 1 ...

Page 24: ...nside North America 87 R M 2 Outside North America 92 RON NOTICE Other fuel can degrade vehicle performance and damage critical parts in the fuel system and engine WARNING Do not carry gasoline containers in the front storage compartment or anywhere else on the vehicle Gasoline may spill and ignite par ticularly in a crash Refueling Procedure WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly expl...

Page 25: ...Operating in Reverse 1 Check that the area behind you is clear and continue to look back wards while you ease out the clutch Slow and stop using clutch and brake just like when operating normally 2 Keep your speed low and do not back up for long distances Shifting Out of Reverse To shift out of reverse hold in the clutch and lift the shift lever once to shift into first You do not need to use the ...

Page 26: ... Place the vehicle on a level surface 2 Block the front wheels 3 Install a jack under the rear portion of frame NOTICE Do not jack the vehicle un der the rear shock 4 Lift the rear of vehicle until the shock absorber is fully extended 5 Using XP S lube P N 293 600 016 or an equivalent product lubricate all around the shock absorber cam Lubricate especially near the pro trusions rmr2008 030 002_a 1...

Page 27: ...r 3 5 Rider with passenger 6 7 License Plate Installation When a license plate needs to be in stalled or replaced ensure to install two new damping pads P N 293 740 028 on plate to be installed rmo2008 002 009 DAMPING PAD P N 293 740 028 Refer to the following procedure for proper installation 1 Remove existing plate on vehicle if applicable 2 Position new damping pads over existing pads on vehicl...

Page 28: ...BASIC PROCEDURES rmo2008 002 010_b TYPICAL 1 Existing hardware 5 Squeeze license plate and support together at each lower corner 26 ______________________ ...

Page 29: ...SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS T _________SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ________ 27 ...

Page 30: ...brake and steer at the same time than a motorcycle The vehicle can stop quickly be aware of vehicles behind you that may not be able to stop as quickly Antilock Braking System ABS The vehicle is equipped with an An tilock Braking System ABS as part of the Vehicle Stability System VSS For hard braking press and hold the brake pedal ABS will prevent wheels from locking Parking Brake The parking brak...

Page 31: ...ever put your feet on the ground while backing up The hazard warning lights flash when it is in reverse but there are no backup lights Be aware that oth er motorists might not know that you are about to back up If necessary have the passenger dismount if your visibility is limited Remember that the front is wider than the rear Don t back up too close to objects or you may hit them with the front t...

Page 32: ...the road the vehicle can lose traction and spin out and the VSS cannot keep you in control Avoid large water puddles or water streams and slow down or pull off the road during heavy rains If you must pass through water slow down as much as possible before you reach it Reduce speed on surfaces with poor traction like mud sand gravel or wet pavement The Spyder roadster is not for off road operation ...

Page 33: ...els With the ABS EBD helps maintain directional control and maximize the braking force depending on the traction available The grip of tires on the road surface limits the maximum braking Even with ABS and EBD your stopping dis tance will be longer on surfaces with poor traction or if you do not maintain tire pressure and tread condition Dynamic Power Steering DPS The Spyder roadster is equipped w...

Page 34: ...trol over their own risk on the road Drivers who develop good skills will have bet ter control of their vehicle Don t rely on your experience with motorcycles automobiles ATVs snowmobiles or any other kind of vehicle to prepare you to operate the Spyder roadster Learn how this vehicle is different Read this Operator s Guide watch the safety video and if available take a training course Become prof...

Page 35: ...n and react appro priately to curves bumps acceleration and stops Vehicle Condition Keep your vehicle in good condition Do pre operation checks and perform regular maintenance Watch for any messages on the multifunction gauge cluster when you start the vehicle and address any problems before you ride Road and Weather Conditions Roads with heavy traffic poor visibility or poor traction surfaces inc...

Page 36: ... use significantly reduces the risk of brain injury So be safe and always wear a helmet while riding Choosing a Helmet Helmets should be manufactured to meet the appropriate standard in your state province or country A full face helmet gives the most pro tection against impacts since it covers all of the head and face It can also pro tect against debris stones insects etc A three quarter or open f...

Page 37: ... injury Oth er abrasive resistant protective gear made of synthetic fabrics are good choices too Do not wear loose or long clothing or scarves that can be come tangled in the moving parts Flaps and fasteners seal out the wind A jacket with a zippered front will be more wind resistant than a jacket with buttons or snaps A flap of material over the zipper of a jacket gives ad ditional protection aga...

Page 38: ... flaps across the open ing When purchasing a rain suit con sider adding waterproof gloves and footwear Remember if the weather is wet it is best to avoid riding If you do ride in wet weather you may need to stop if water starts to accumulate on the road Hearing Protection Long term exposure to wind and mo tor noise when riding can cause per manent hearing loss Properly worn hearing protective devi...

Page 39: ...t obstacles light poles curbs etc makes a good practice area Be aware of oil left by parked cars Look for park ing lots that are empty during off hours such as at schools churches commu nity centers or shopping centers Do not trespass on private property Once you ve selected a suitable loca tion get permission to use it from the owner If there are obstructions such as light poles or islands be sur...

Page 40: ...ke engaged pull in and hold the clutch lever Watch the tachometer and roll on the throttle twist it toward you a few times to raise the RPM to no more than 4 000 As long as the clutch is fully pulled in the power will not transfer to the rear wheel Use the engine stop switch to cut all power to the vehicle Press the switch with your right thumb while keeping your hand on the handgrip Tips for addi...

Page 41: ...his quick ly When you reach the end of the straightaway stop turn the han dlebar all the way to the right and turn around Be careful not to roll the throttle as you turn Stop when you are in line with the straightaway in the opposite direction Repeat this exercise until you feel comfortable Tips for additional practice As you become more comfortable with the friction zone try stopping every 12 m 4...

Page 42: ...can result in rapid acceleration When the clutch lever is fully re leased the throttle controls your speed As you approach the end of the straightaway roll off the throttle pull in the clutch lever and apply the brakes to come to a stop Without using throttle turn around and head down the opposite straightaway 1 2 3 4 3 3 rmo2008 001 046_d 1 Start 2 Roll off throttle 3 Stop 4 Roll off throttle Tip...

Page 43: ...roll on the throttle It might be helpful to lean forward and into the curve This may help you turn the handlebars more easi ly Straighten your handlebar after the turn and proceed down the straight away rmo2008 001 064 RIDING POSTURE WHEN TURNING 1 2 2 3 3 rmo2008 001 046_e 1 Start 2 Friction zone 3 Apex Tips for additional practice After you are comfortable turning in one direction try going arou...

Page 44: ...1 046_f 1 Start 2 Stop Tips for additional practice Practice checking your mirrors be fore braking hard 7 Weaves Purpose Get more experience with the vehi cle s handling and rider position Directions 6 m 20 ft Weave Weave between every marker intersection of every other park ing spot Do not use throttle stay in the friction zone Lean into each turn and turn the handlebars in the direction you want...

Page 45: ...oming to a stop at the end of each straight away You may want to use the parking lot aisles for this exercise rather than riding in the spaces 8a Practice Using the Shift Lever at a Stop First while stopped practice the left foot motion for shifting between first and second gears At a stop in first gear pull in the clutch lever Slide the tip of your left foot under the shift lever and lift it as f...

Page 46: ...ow the same process and shift up or down one gear at a time Tips for additional practice As you gain more experience you can refine your shifting skills and use them to better control the vehicle When downshifting rolling on the throttle slightly while smoothly eas ing out the clutch can help the en gine rev up to match vehicle speed more quickly and make the down shift smoother preventing skiddin...

Page 47: ...ntering the exercise pull in the clutch and apply brakes during the swerve etc Practice checking your mirrors and blind spot before you swerve 10 Operating in Reverse Purpose Become familiar with the vehicle s handling and turning radius in re verse Directions Shift into reverse See OPERATING IN REVERSE p 23 Check that the area behind you is clear and continue to look back wards while you ease out...

Page 48: ...u can take the vehicle on the road in relatively low risk situa tions Start by riding in less challenging situa tions short distances good weather low traffic daytime lower speeds no passenger You can gradually move on to more challenging riding situations as you de velop your skills 46 ________ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ________ ...

Page 49: ...cle in front of you when operat ing under ideal riding conditions This means that you should pass any fixed point on the road at least two full sec onds after the vehicle in front of you When conditions make braking dis tance longer or visibility is limited use a longer following distance for a greater margin of safety For example braking distance is longer on slippery road surfaces down hills or ...

Page 50: ...ides and back Make sure that all reflectors are clean and not broken or missing Use your high beams whenever pos sible both day and night Use low beams to avoid blinding other mo torists at night or when too much light reflects back such as in fog Signals Use your turn signals to inform oth ers of your intentions The Spyder roadster has automatic canceling turn signals but they may not cancel afte...

Page 51: ... can also move to the left or right part of the lane to get a bet ter view or to be seen by other vehi cles Because of the Spyder roadster s center seat position and width it may be harder to see around traffic even when you are near the edge of the lane You may need a greater following distance behind wide or tall vehicles Avoid putting your wheel outside of the lane to see around traffic In orde...

Page 52: ...dster is bet ter able to brake while turning than a motorcycle it is still important to slow down before you enter a turn or curve rather than braking in the turn Braking and turning both re quire traction The more traction you use for braking the less there is available for turning at the same time When you take a turn or curve too fast you may notice the inside front wheel lifting off the paveme...

Page 53: ...n enough power Going down hills a lower gear can provide engine braking to control your speed To start while on an incline hold the vehicle in place with the brake until you move the clutch lever into the fric tion zone Then smoothly release the brake as you release the clutch lever and apply throttle Night Riding In addition to using your lights and sig nals to be seen by other motorists consider...

Page 54: ...c essary to control the vehicle You can lose control and spin out and the VSS cannot keep you in control Avoid large water puddles or water streams and slow down or pull off the road during heavy rains If you must pass through water slow down as much as possible before you reach it After passing through water test your brakes Apply them several times if necessary to let friction dry the brake pads...

Page 55: ... can occur any time during a ride A well maintained vehicle can help reduce the risk of malfunction but you should still be prepared for an emergency Always have the Operator s Guide and tool kit in the vehicle When stopping on the road follow these precautions If the road has paved shoulders signal your intention to pull off the highway pull off at near traf fic speed then slow down to a complete...

Page 56: ...al e g low visibility poor road surface 3 You won t be able to turn as sharply or at as high a speed Slow down more than usual before turning and avoid sharp turns 4 The Spyder roadster may be less stable There is a greater risk of tipping or rolling during extreme maneuvers with weight that is higher or farther to the rear like a passenger Carrying a Passenger The Spyder roadster is designed for ...

Page 57: ...e likely to fall off 5 Watch the road and respond to up coming road conditions Lean in to curves as needed to resist any sideways force When crossing an obstacle hole or bump rise slight ly off the seat without locking your elbows Avoid abrupt acceleration braking and turns especially with inexperienced passengers Sudden unexpected ma neuvers can make the passenger fall off Where to Store Cargo Yo...

Page 58: ...____________________ 2 _________________________ 3 _________________________ 4 _________________________ 5 _________________________ 6 _________________________ 7 Protective gear is important for preventing and reducing injuries keeping you comfortable and providing protection against the elements True False 8 Which of the following is not one of the vehicle s driving controls a Clutch lever b Twi...

Page 59: ...rol of the vehicle True False 16 The vehicle s maximum load including riders cargo and accessories is 200 kg 440 lb True False 17 The vehicle can safely tow a trailer as long as the tongue weight does not cause the overall load to exceed 200 kg 440 lb True False 18 A passenger should hold onto the operator True False 19 Riding the Spyder roadster is as safe as riding in a car True False 20 ABS all...

Page 60: ... at least two seconds 13 True 14 1 Make sure your lights and reflectors are clean 2 Use your high beams whenever possible 3 Use your turn signals 4 Flash your brake lights before slowing 5 Use your emergency flashers as needed 6 Use your horn to alert others of your presence 7 Avoid riding in blind spots 8 Wear bright colors and reflective clothing 15 False You should press and hold the brake peda...

Page 61: ... Safety Card The Safety Card is found at the top of the multifunction gauge cluster Pull it out to read it and be sure to securely put it back before riding Use the Safety Card to review key information and when you are teaching new operators and passengers how to ride the vehicle It also includes frequently ref erenced information such as tire pressure weight limits and a pre ride inspection chec...

Page 62: ...ollowing labels are on your vehicle and they should be considered permanent parts of the vehicle If missing or damaged they can be replaced free of charge See an authorized Can Am roadster dealer NOTE The following illustrations used in this Operator s Guide are a general rep resentation only Your model may differ 60 ________ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ________ ...

Page 63: ...o2008 001 092_en rmo2008 001 029_b 1 Label 1 location Label 2 rmo2008 001 098_en rmo2008 001 107_b 1 Label 2 location Label 3 rmo2008 001 093_en rmo2008 001 031_c 1 Label 3 located in the front storage compartment _________SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ________ 61 ...

Page 64: ...left middle side panel Label 5 rmo2008 003 003 COOLANT RESERVOIR CAP rmo2008 003 004_a 1 Label 5 located underneath service cover Label 6 WARNING Clean filler cap before removing Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container rmo2008 001 040_b 1 Label 6 located underneath seat 62 ________ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ________ ...

Page 65: ...NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a re call and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in any individual problems between you your dealer or Bombardier Recreation al Products Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 366 0123 ...

Page 66: ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 64 ________ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ________ ...

Page 67: ...PRE RIDE INSPECTION T _____________________ 65 ...

Page 68: ...tched Mirrors Clean and adjust p 21 Brake pedal Press and make sure you feel firm resistance Pedal must fully return when released Throttle handle Twist several times Be sure it operates freely and returns to idle position when re leased Clutch lever Adjust to your conve nience p 12 Squeeze to be sure it operates normally and fully returns when released Weight Ensure that total load on the vehicle...

Page 69: ...TRANSPORTING AND STORING T _____________________ 67 ...

Page 70: ...ng chains to tie the vehicle they may damage the surface finish or plastic compo nents To load the vehicle for transport pro ceed as follows 1 Shift the vehicle into NEUTRAL N 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put a strap around the lower arm of each front suspension rmo2008 001 065_a 1 Strap 2 Lower suspension arm 4 Attach the straps to the winch ca ble If possible use chains or addi ti...

Page 71: ...rear wheel rim only Do not pass the tie down strap inside the rear sprocket NOTICE Passing the tie down strap inside the rear sprocket may seriously damage the drive system rmo2008 001 067_a REAR WHEEL ATTACHMENT 1 Tie down strap 2 Inside rear wheel rim ONLY 11 Firmly attach the rear wheel tie down strap to the rear of the trailer with a ratchet 12 Ensure that both the front and rear wheels are fi...

Page 72: ...reservoir from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating Strictly follow instructions on fuel stabiliz er container 5 Inflate all tires to their recommend ed pressure p 79 6 Clean the vehicle p 89 7 Lubricate all control cables pivot ing points of all levers and lubrica tion points of front suspensions 8 Cover the vehicle with a perme able materials e g tarpaulin Avoid using plastic or similar non b...

Page 73: ...MAINTENANCE T _____________________ 71 ...

Page 74: ...aintenance procedures If you have the necessary mechanical skills and the required tools you can perform these pro cedures If not see your authorized Can Am roadster dealer Other important items in the maintenance schedule that are more difficult and re quire special tools are best performed by your authorized Can Am roadster dealer WARNING Turn off the engine and follow these maintenance procedur...

Page 75: ... every 500 km 300 mi p 83 Valve clearence I Dealer Inspect first at 10 000 km 6 000 mi Air filter I R Dealer Clutch fluid I R I Customer R Dealer p 87 Engine coolant I I R Dealer Radiator hoses and water pump condition leak and cleanliness I Dealer Radiator cap cooling system pressure test I Dealer Exhaust Y pipe front gaskets R Dealer Reverse mechanism I Dealer ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM VEHICLE ST...

Page 76: ...I R Dealer Battery connections I C Dealer Lighting system operation Brake light hazard warning lights turn signal lights position lights license plate light I Customer p 95 DRIVE SYSTEM Drive belt I I Dealer Customer Inspect wear alignment and tension p 81 Rear sprocket bearing I Dealer Replace every 50 000 km 31 000 mi Rear axle bearings I Dealer Bearing seals O rings and wear sleeves of rear axl...

Page 77: ...000 mi OR 1 YEAR whichever comes first EVERY 20 000 km 12 000 mi OR 2 YEARS whichever comes first TO BE PERFORMED BY NOTE SUSPENSION Shock absorbers I Dealer Suspension arms L L Dealer Ball joints I Dealer BRAKES Brake fluid I R I Customer R Dealer p 86 Brake pads and discs I Customer p 86 Brake hoses I Dealer Parking brake I I C Dealer BODY FRAME Passenger handholds I Customer Check solidness Foo...

Page 78: ...6 Allen key 5 mm 7 screwdriver handle 8 screwdriver shaft Flat and Phillips head 9 screwdriver shaft Torx head 10 30 10 socket wrench 10 13 mm 11 spark plug wrench 16 mm 12 front suspension adjusting wrench not illustrated p 23 13 towel not illustrated The tools marked with are used only for procedures in the maintenance manual Body Panels The body panels on the left side of the vehicle can be rem...

Page 79: ...ush in While pressing ensure that the lower tabs remain in the slots rmo2008 001 033_b Step 1 Press down top edge Step 2 Push top edge under top side panel s edge 3 Secure panel by pushing and turn ing each clip clockwise 1 4 turn to its maximum rotation Clip is properly fixed when a small amount of force is required while turning clip Clip is not properly fixed when clip is loose while turning rm...

Page 80: ... 1 Flat head screwdriver under rivet 2 Turn screwdriver 1 4 turn 5 Disconnect left turn signal housing connectors Installation 1 Connect left turn signal housing connectors by matching the cor rect wire color 2 Install plastic rivets and screw in Torx screws NOTICE Do not overtorque Any deformation on the panel around the screw is an indication that it is too tight You may damage the pan el 4 Lowe...

Page 81: ...ificant weather change driving in the moun tains COLD TIRE PRESSURE RECOMMENDATION FRONT Minimum 89 kPa 13 PSI 0 89 bar Maximum 117 kPa 17 PSI 1 17 bar REAR Minimum 179 kPa 26 PSI 1 79 bar Maximum 207 kPa 30 PSI 2 07 bar For your convenience an electronic pressure gauge is supplied in the tool kit Tire Damage Check all tires for cuts slits and cracks in the tires bumps or bulges in the side of the...

Page 82: ...s a record of the Tire Identification Number T I N associated with the Vehicle Identification Number V I N p 104 and its current owner informa tion If you replace any tire on your vehicle a Tire registration form must be com pleted and sent to the tire manufactur er consumer service group The Tire registration form is available at an au thorized Can Am roadster dealer Drive Belt Visually inspect b...

Page 83: ...nor chipping Monitor condition Opened cracks Replace belt Hook wear Replace belt Missing teeth Replace belt Belt fabric worn exposing internal components Replace belt Stone damage Replace belt NOTE Hairline cracks do not require the replacement of the belt but must be monitored closely they may lead to opened cracks or missing teeth requiring belt replacement Damage to the center of the belt will ...

Page 84: ... Oil Level Verification NOTICE Do not overfill Operating with an improper level of oil may se verely damage the engine Wipe off any spillage Check the oil level as follows NOTICE To obtain a precise read ing of the engine oil level follow this procedure and make sure engine is at normal operating temperature 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Remove the left middle side panel p 76 rmo2008 001...

Page 85: ...l and installation refer to BODY PANELS p 76 Replace the engine oil and oil filter as follows 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level sur face 2 Remove the left middle side panel p 76 3 Unlatch and lift the seat 4 Remove the top side panel above the oil reservoir p 77 5 Remove the left rear side panel be low the seat p 78 6 Remove the lower side panel be low the oil reservoir p 78 7 Remove the bottom p...

Page 86: ... autho rized Can am roadster dealer 21 Remove the 2 screws from the oil filter cover rmo2008 001 026_a 1 Oil filter cover screws 2 Bottom of oil reservoir 22 Remove the oil filter cover with O ring 23 Remove the oil filter and replace with a new filter 24 Install a NEW O ring on the oil filter cover 25 Screw the oil filter cover in place Torque to 9 N m 80 lbf in 26 Wipe out any oil spillage 27 Po...

Page 87: ... must be visible without exceeding the MAX level mark rmo2008 001 039_a 1 Coolant MAX level mark 2 Coolant must be visible 5 If required add coolant until it is visible in the reservoir without ex ceeding the MAX level mark Use a funnel to avoid spillage Do not overfill 6 Reinstall the service cover NOTE A coolant system that fre quently requires coolant indicates leaks or engine problems See an a...

Page 88: ... 7 Reinstall both caps of the reservoir 8 Close the seat and ensure it is fully latched NOTE Low brake fluid may indicate leaks or worn brake pads See an au thorized Can Am roadster dealer Brake System Verification The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc types These brakes are self adjusting and do not require adjust ment The brake pedal also requires no ad justment To keep brakes in good con...

Page 89: ...e to the corresponding terminal 3 Connect the NEGATIVE cable to the corresponding terminal NOTICE Always connect the POS ITIVE cable first to avoid damag ing the electrical system of the vehi cle rmo2008 001 044_a 1 NEGATIVE terminal 2 POSITIVE terminal 4 Start the battery charger Charging time will depend on the charging rate When the battery is charged 5 First disconnect the NEGATIVE cable 6 Dis...

Page 90: ...rew on top of the reservoir 5 Add fluid as required Do not over fill WARNING Avoid getting brake fluid on skin or in eyes it may cause severe burns In case of contact with the skin wash thoroughly In case of contact with the eyes immediate ly rinse with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes and then consult a doctor immediately 6 Immediately wipe up spills if neces sary 7 Reinstall the cap of th...

Page 91: ...ne or acid cleaner gasoline or solvent to avoid wind shield damage To clean the vehicle 1 Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with water to remove loose dirt 2 Using a soft clean cloth wash the vehicle with water mixed with a mild detergent such as soap spe cially formulated for motorcycles or automobiles 3 While washing the vehicle check for grease or oil You can use BRP s vinyl and plastic cleaner P N ...

Page 92: ...MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 90 ______________________ ...

Page 93: ...ROAD SIDE REPAIRS T _____________________ 91 ...

Page 94: ...nstructions that come with the tire sealer or repair kit and have the tire repaired or replaced by an authorized Can Am roadster dealer as soon as possible When a tire is temporarily repaired ride slowly and carefully and frequent ly check tire pressure until it is replaced or permanently repaired Dead Battery If the battery is dead or too low to crank the engine it can be jump started WARNING Con...

Page 95: ...able con nected to the Spyder roadster 14 Have the battery fully recharged with a battery charger p 87 or by a qualified service station as soon as possible If the engine dies shortly after it has been jump started or when the jumper cables are disconnected there might be a problem with the charging sys tem Have the vehicle transported p 68 and repaired by the nearest au thorized Can Am roadster d...

Page 96: ...ition sensor CAPS Engine control module ECM Fuel pump O heater Purge valve Starter solenoid 10 A DESCRIPTION 6 Accessories 3 A 7 D E S S License plate light Position light Tail lights Service connector 10 A 8 Ignition coil Fuel injectors 15 A 9 Clock Hazard warning lights Turn signal lights 10 A 10 Fan 15 A 11 Multifunction gauge cluster 5 A 12 Fog lights optional 10 A 13 Spare fuses 14 Fuse remov...

Page 97: ...Good fuse 2 Blown fuse 3 Melted filament rmo2008 001 119_a FUSE UNDER THE SEAT 1 Good fuse 2 Blown fuse 6 Replace the fuse with one with the same rating Spare fuses are locat ed in the front fuse box NOTICE Using a higher rated fuse can cause severe damage 7 Install or close the fuse box cover 8 Close the service cover and front storage compartment or seat Light Failure If any light stop working o...

Page 98: ...aintain the open ing of the upper corner rmo2008 001 121_a 1 Upper console 2 Press on the screwdriver inside hole 3 Insert finger in opening 4 With the other hand insert the screwdriver in the other hole on the upper console 5 Press on the screwdriver and gen tly pry out the other corner of the cluster The upper edge of the cluster will tilt backward rmo2008 001 122_a 1 Insert a finger to maintain...

Page 99: ...er edge 12 Ensure the cluster is properly in stalled Repeat step 11 if neces sary Turn Signal Light Front 1 Remove the lens with a Phillips head screwdriver rmo2008 001 103_a 1 Front turn signal lens screw 2 Turn the connector counterclock wise as indicated below and re move lens rmo2008 001 104_a 1 Front turn signal light connector 3 Remove the bulb by pushing and holding it while turning counter...

Page 100: ... as indicated below rmo2008 001 115_a 1 2 plastic rivets under the seat rmo2008 001 077_a 1 Flat head screwdriver under rivet head 2 Turn screwdriver 1 4 turn rmo2008 001 078_a 1 Flat head screwdriver under rivet 2 Turn screwdriver 1 4 turn 3 Disconnect right turn signal hous ing connectors 4 Remove the Torx screw behind the lens as indicated below rmo2008 001 116_a 1 Removing Torx screw behind le...

Page 101: ...s tic rivets Position Light 1 Push then hold lens towards rear of fender rmo2008 003 001_a 2 Lift front portion of lens with your thumb or a small screwdriver to re lease rmo2008 003 002_a 3 Turn the bulb holder clockwise and remove it from the connector rmo2008 001 086_a 1 Turn clockwise 4 Pull out the bulb from the holder as indicated below rmo2008 001 087_a 1 Pull out bulb 5 Insert a new bulb i...

Page 102: ... Pull in and hold the clutch lever 4 Ignition switch in the OFF posi tion Turn the ignition to the ON posi tion 5 Battery dead or poor battery con nections Check the battery charge Recharge if necessary p 87 Check the battery connections under the seat and on the battery terminals p 86 6 Blown fuse Check fuse condition p 93 ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT DOES NOT START 1 Low fuel Fill the fuel tank p 22 2 ...

Page 103: ...adjust p 85 On HI TEMP LIMP HOME Engine is overheating Have the vehicle transported to the nearest authorized Can Am roadster dealer On LO BATT VOLT Low battery voltage Recharge battery p 87 Check battery connections On HI BATT VOLT High battery voltage Have the vehicle transported to the nearest authorized Can Am roadster dealer ABS On ABS FAULT ABS malfunction No ABS operation Have the vehicle t...

Page 104: ...function Have the vehicle transported to the nearest authorized Can Am roadster dealer On None Low oil pressure Check for oil leaks Check oil level and adjust p 82 On None Low fuel level Fill fuel tank p 22 BRP recommends having the vehicle transported when in LIMP HOME If you operate the vehicle in LIMP HOME avoid abrupt maneuvers and immediately go to the nearest authorized Can Am roadster deale...

Page 105: ...TECHNICAL INFORMATION T _____________________ 103 ...

Page 106: ...er E I N or vehicle identification number V I N is removed or mutilated in any way We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company Vehicle Identification Number 1 2 rmo2008 001 091_a VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL 1 V I N Vehicle Identification Number 2 Model number rmo2008 001 107_c LOCATION OF V I N 1 Swing arm V I N label...

Page 107: ...L 4 12 quarts Lubrication Engine oil Recommended 5W40 BRP synthetic oil or equivalent motorcycle oil Type Wet multi plate manual operation through a hydraulic piston vacuum assist Clutch Fluid DOT 4 Exhaust system 2 into 1 with catalytic converter Air filter Paper element GEARBOX Type Sequential manual 5 speed SM5 with reverse COOLING SYSTEM Type Liquid cooled single radiator with cooling fan Type...

Page 108: ...age 12 volts Nominal rating 21 A h Battery Recommended charging rate 2 A Headlight 2 X 55 W North American Models 4 X 60 W European Models Tail light Brake light 2 X 5 21 W Front 21 W Turn signal lights Rear 10 W Position lights 2 X 5 W License plate light 10 W Control main relays ECM control Pillion rider switch PRS Vehicle control module VCM Steering angle sensor SAS Yaw rate sensor YRS 10 A Clu...

Page 109: ...ail lights Service connector 10 A Ignition coil Fuel injectors 15 A Clock Hazard warning lights Turn signal lights 10 A Fan 15 A Multifunction gauge cluster 5 A Fuses under service cover Fog lights optional 10 A Blipper optional TCS valves optional 20 A Rectifier 50 A Main fuse 40 A Dynamic Power Steering DPS motor 40 A VSS pump 40 A Headlights 30 A Fuses under seat VSS valves 25 A _______________...

Page 110: ...l tank capacity 25 L 6 6 U S gal DRIVE SYSTEM Final drive type Carbon reinforced drive belt Final drive ratio 2 8 1 STEERING Type Dynamic Power Steering DPS FRONT SUSPENSION Suspension type Double A arm with anti roll bar Suspension travel 144 mm 5 67 in Qty 2 Shock absorber Type Oil damper Spring preload adjustment 5 position cam adjustment REAR SUSPENSION Suspension type Swing arm with monoshock...

Page 111: ...in Minimum brake disc thickness 5 33 mm 21 in Maximum brake disc warpage 0 12 mm 004 in TIRES AND WHEELS TIRES Front MC 165 65R14 47H special motorcycle type Type Use only tires recom mended by BRP Rear MC 225 50R15 68H special motorcycle type Front Min 89 kPa 13 PSI 0 89 bar Max 117 kPa 17 PSI 1 17 bar Pressure Rear Min 179 kPa 26 PSI 1 79 bar Max 207 kPa 30 PSI 2 07 bar Front 1 7 mm 1 16 in Mini...

Page 112: ...1 6 U S gal Front storage compartment Maximum load 16 kg 35 lb Total vehicle load allowed including operator all other loads and added accessories 200 kg 440 lb Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 540 kg 1 188 lb Because of our ongoing commitment to product quality and innovation BRP reserves the right at any time to make changes in design and specifications and or to make additions to or improvement...

Page 113: ...WARRANTY T _____________________ 111 ...

Page 114: ... THE EXPRESS WARRANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DIS CLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE Neither the dis...

Page 115: ...attery acid environmental influences or treatment contrary to the Operator s Guide Incidental or consequential damages including without limitation towing storage telephone rental taxi inconvenience insurance coverage loan payments loss of time loss of income 4 WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD This warranty will be in effect from the date of delivery to the first retail consumer or the date the roadster i...

Page 116: ...air or replacement of parts or the performance of service under this war ranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date 5 CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following conditions has been fulfilled The Spyder roadster must be purchased as new and unused by its first owner from a Spyder dealer authorized t...

Page 117: ...oducts from time to time without assuming any obligation to modify any products manufactured 8 TRANSFER If the ownership of a Spyder roadster is transferred during the warranty coverage period this warranty shall also be transferred and be valid for the remaining coverage period provided that BRP is notified of such transfer of ownership in the following way a The former owner contacts BRP at the ...

Page 118: ...Product carry the same warranty as that of the Product 2 LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EX...

Page 119: ...ervicing Distributor Dealer Damage resulting from the installation of parts with specifications that differ from the original Product parts such as without limitation different tires exhaust system wheels or brakes Damage resulting from abuse abnormal use neglect or operation of the Product in a manner inconsistent with the recommendations of the Operator s Guide Damage resulting from water ingest...

Page 120: ...ginal expiration date Note that the duration and any other modalities of the warranty coverage are subject to the applicable national or local legislation in the customer s country 5 CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following conditions has been fulfilled The Product must be purchased as new and unused by its first owner from a Distributo...

Page 121: ...s responsibility is limited to making the required repairs or replacements of parts No claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the sale of the Product to the owner In the event that service is required outside of the country of original sale or for EEA residents if service is required outside of the EEA the owner will bear responsibility for any additional char...

Page 122: ...uropean Office BRP EUROPE N V Consumer Service Center SKALDENSTRAAT 125 9042 GENT Belgium Tel 32 9 218 26 00 For Scandinavian Countries Please Contact our Finland Office BRP FINLAND OY Service Department Ahjotie 30 Fin 96320 Rovaniemi Finland Tel 358 16 3208 111 For All Other Countries Please Contact your Local Distributor or our Canadian Office BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC Consumer Servic...

Page 123: ...ver occurs first OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the Spyder roadster owner you are responsible for the performance of the re quired maintenance listed in your owner s manual BRP recommends that you re tain all receipts covering maintenance on your roadster but BRP cannot deny war ranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance Y...

Page 124: ...stworthy organizations may be permitted to use the contact information of our clients to promote quality products and services If you prefer not to have your name and address released please let us know by writing to the address below In Canada BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC Warranty Department 75 J A Bombardier Street Sherbrooke Québec J1L 1W3 Fax Number 819 566 3590 In USA BRP US INC Warra...

Page 125: ...f your personal vehicle is stolen you should notify BRP or an au thorized Can Am roadster dealer We will ask you to provide your name address phone number the vehicle identification number and the date it was stolen In North America Other Countries in the World BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC Warranty Department 75 J A Bombardier Street Sherbrooke Québec J1L 1W3 Canada BRP EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTI...

Page 126: ...CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP 124 _____________________ ...

Page 127: ...icient with the controls and get a proper license Refer to the Safety Card before riding Always wear a helmet and riding gear With this type of vehicle riders are exposed to more road risks than in a car Even skilled operators can be struck by other vehicles or lose control This vehicle wil not protect you in a crash Handling limits and road Conditions The Vehicle Stability System VSS cannot stop ...

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