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SPYDER R

2019

OPERATOR’S

GUIDE

2019

CAN-AM SPYDER

ON-ROAD VEHICLE

Includes Safety, Vehicle

and Maintenance

Information

SPYDER

Learn how the Spyder is different.

Read this operator‘s guide and watch the safety video on:

https://can-am.brp.com/spyder/owners/safety/safety-information.html

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

Consult local laws - license requirements vary by location.

Keep this guide in the front storage compartment.

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OPERATOR’S GUIDE, SPYDER RT / ENGLISH

GUIDE DU CONDUCTEUR, SPYDER RT / ANGLAIS

FAIT AU / MADE IN CANADA

U/M:P.C.

®™ AND THE BRP LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC. OR ITS AFFILIATES.
©2018 BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRINTED IN CANADA.

The Can-Am On-Road is a different type of vehicle.

It requires special skills and knowledge.

Learn how this product is different.

BEFORE YOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE, READ THIS

OPERATOR’S GUIDE, ALL ON-PRODUCT SAFETY

LABELS 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 vehicle’s 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 RT 2019

Page 1: ...s a different type of vehicle It requires special skills and knowledge Learn how this product is different BEFOREYOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THIS OPERATOR S GUIDE ALL ON PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS 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 ridin...

Page 2: ...buted by BRP US Inc This is a non exhaustive list of trademarks that are the property of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc or its affiliates BRP Connect Can Am Rotax RT Spyder XPS iPhone iPod iPod nano and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in U S A and other countries Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to...

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Page 4: ...is Operator s Guide 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 In this Operator s Guide the word motorcycle typically refers to a two wheeled motorcycle Keep this Operator s Guide in the front storage compartment so that you can refer to it for things such as mai...

Page 5: ...r a three wheel vehicle is not available in your area it could be a good idea to take a training course for motor cycles Many of the skills required are simi lar and also the received information about managing the risk on the road are suitable for a three wheel vehicle Acknowledgment BRP wishes to thank the Motorcycle Safety Foundation MSF for giving permission to BRP to use their mate rial relat...

Page 6: ...n 14 SECONDARY CONTROLS 16 1 Ignition Switch 17 2 Engine Start Button 17 3 Engine Stop Switch 18 4 Hazard Warning Switch 18 5 Cruise Control Switch 18 6 Headlight Switch 20 7 Turn Signal Button 21 8 Horn Button 21 9 Windshield Adjustment Button 22 10 Reverse Button 22 11 ECC Electronic Command Center 22 12 BRP Connect Button 23 13 Switch Cluster 24 PASSENGER CONTROLS 26 Passenger Heated Grip Switc...

Page 7: ...FROM OTHER VEHICLES 52 Stability 52 Response to Road Conditions 52 Brake Pedal 52 Parking Brake 52 Steering 52 Width 53 Reverse 53 Driver s License and Local Laws 53 DRIVING AID TECHNOLOGIES 54 Vehicle Stability System VSS 54 Dynamic Power Steering DPS 55 UNDERSTANDING RISK ON THE ROAD 56 Type of Vehicle 56 Operator Skills and Judgment 56 Rider Condition 56 Vehicle Condition 57 Road and Weather Co...

Page 8: ...9 Where to Store Cargo 80 Towing a Trailer 81 KNOWLEDGE SELF TEST 84 Questionnaire 84 Answers 86 SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE VEHICLE 87 Hang Tag 87 Safety Card 88 Safety Labels All except European models 89 Safety Labels European models 93 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 97 PRE RIDE INSPECTION PRE RIDE CHECKLIST 100 Before Starting the Vehicle Inspect the Following 100 Turn Ignition Key to the ON Position ...

Page 9: ...IRCUMSTANCES 132 Lost Keys 132 Cannot Open the Side Storage Compartment 132 Flat Tire 132 Dead Battery 133 HOW TO REPLACE FUSES AND LIGHTS 134 Fuses 134 Lights 136 HOW TO TRANSPORT THE VEHICLE 143 TECHNICAL INFORMATION VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 146 Vehicle Identification Number 146 Engine Identification Number 146 Deployment of Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Compliance Label 146 EPA Compliance Label...

Page 10: ...DER SERIES 160 BRP LIMITED WARRANTY OUTSIDE USA AND CANADA 2019 Can Am SPYDER SERIES 168 CUSTOMER INFORMATION PRIVACY INFORMATION 174 CONTACT US 175 Web Site 175 North America 175 Europe 175 Oceania 175 South America 175 Asia 175 CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP 176 8 _______________ ...

Page 11: ...ons Refuel outdoors in a well ventilated area away from flames sparks lit cigarettes and other sources of igni tion 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 store fuel Do not carry g...

Page 12: ...PRECAUTIONS is modified such as changing weight distribution wheelbase tires suspen sion brakes or steering See your authorized Can Am On Road dealer for available accessories for your vehicle 10 ______________ ...

Page 13: ...VEHICLE INFORMATION _______________ 11 ...

Page 14: ...ndlebar 2 Throttle 3 Gearshift Selector 4 Brake Pedal 5 Parking Brake Button 1 Handlebar Grip the handlebar with both hands Steer the handlebar in the direction you want to go 2 Throttle The throttle is the right handgrip and it controls engine speed To increase en gine speed roll the throttle as shown lower your wrist rmo2010 001 031_g TO INCREASE SPEED 12 ______________ ...

Page 15: ...ld increase as re quested if the throttle was maintained This would be felt as a delayed accel eration 3 Gearshift Selector The gearshift selector is below the left handgrip 219001827 004_a TYPICAL 1 Gearshift selector The gear pattern is Reverse Neu tral 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press selector forward to upshift Pull selector toward you to downshift 219001827 004_b 1 Upshift 2 Downshift This shifts sequential...

Page 16: ...ake pedal Oth erwise the engine management will activate the limp home mode to pro tect the braking system RT Limited Models rmo2013 005 015_a NORMAL CONDITION 1 Brake pedal 2 Floorboard A mechanism allows the floorboard to lower if the pedal needs to be pressed more than normal If that occurs push on the rear portion of the floorboard un til it clicks and test the braking system rmo2013 005 016_a...

Page 17: ...play a park ing brake failure message Applying Parking Brake With the vehicle stopped press button to apply the parking brake The brake indicator lamp will flash 219001827 006_i 1 Press button NOTE The parking brake cannot be activated when the vehicle is above 10 km h 6 MPH Check that the parking brake is fully engaged Rock the vehicle back and forth Releasing Parking Brake To release parking bra...

Page 18: ...n 2 Engine start button 9 Windshield adjustment button 3 Engine stop switch 10 Reverse button 4 Hazard warning switch 11 ECC Electronic Command Center 5 Cruise control switch 12 BRP Connect button 6 Headlight switch 13 Switch cluster 7 Turn signal button 16 ______________ ...

Page 19: ...rammed that is read via radio frequency by the im mobilizer system to allow starting the engine The keys do not contain bat teries Do not take the key apart If the immobilizer system cannot read the key the engine will not start For the conditions that can lead to the immobi lizer system failing to read the key re fer to the DIAGNOSTIC GUIDELINES Store the spare key in a safe place be cause you mu...

Page 20: ...stop the function of the cruise control Cruise Control WARNING It is not recommended to use the cruise control when towing a trailer When set the cruise control allows to maintain a steady speed while riding the vehicle It will increase or reduce engine speed as necessary NOTE The vehicle torque may vary slightly depending on the road condi tions such as the wind going downhill or uphill The cruis...

Page 21: ...tatus will light in green in the digital display You can now release the throttle WARNING Always keep both hands on the handlebar while riding Other wise this could cause a vehicle loss of control NOTE You can increase engine speed using the throttle grip if you need to go faster than the set speed Releasing the throttle will allow the cruise control to recover the set speed Once the cruise contro...

Page 22: ...evious set speed rmo2010 001 031_i CRUISE CONTROL PREVIOUSLY CANCELLED 1 Push up button to RESUME NOTE The cruise control status will show CRUISE SET in the digital dis play Stopping the Cruise Control To completely stop the cruise control operation slide the cruise control but ton to the left rmo2010 001 031_h 1 Slide button to OFF NOTE The CRUISE ON status will dis appear in the digital display ...

Page 23: ...Signal Button Left side turn signal Right side turn signal The turn signal button is located near the left handgrip 219001827 006_c TYPICAL 1 Turn signal button The turn signal button turns off auto matically after a normal turn but you may have to turn it off manually after a shallow turn or lane change To turn the signal off press the button in Turn signals will automatically turn off after 30 s...

Page 24: ...the windshield press the but ton sign Release the button when the desired height is reached To lower the windshield press the but ton sign Release the button when the desired height is reached 219001827 006_f TYPICAL 1 To raise windshield 2 To lower windshield 10 Reverse Button The reverse button is located on top of the left handlebar housing 219001827 006_h TYPICAL 1 Reverse button Push and hold...

Page 25: ...le Always use buttons with caution and always keep your eyes on the road Audio Control To turn the radio ON push the JOY STICK UP To close the radio push the JOYSTICK DOWN when the volume is at its lowest setting When in the home screen pushing the JOYSTICK UP or DOWN will increase or decrease the audio volume NOTE To enable the audio automatic volume level control go to Audio Configuration Auto v...

Page 26: ... and off the heated grips and to con trol the heating intensity For minimum heat press the LO inten sity side of the switch For maximum heat press the HI inten sity side of the switch To select the OFF position set the switch to the middle position 219001827 009_c 1 HI intensity 2 LO intensity 3 OFF middle position NOTE The heated grips will auto matically turn off when ignition key is turned to O...

Page 27: ...SECONDARY CONTROLS Press the switch to the opposite icon side to turn off the fog lights 219001827 009_f 1 Press here to turn off _______________ 25 ...

Page 28: ...will be on 2 HI intensity indicator To select the OFF position press the OFF button NOTE The heated grips will shut off when engine is under 800 RPM and will not resume automatically Passenger Audio Controls The audio controls are located near the right passenger grip rmo2010 001 089_a 1 LEFT RIGHT buttons 2 UP DOWN buttons The passenger audio controls are a replicate of the front joystick Up Down...

Page 29: ...eration of the vehi cle particularly from constantly scanning the environment Al ways pay attention to road con ditions ensure your environment is clear and free from obstacles Furthermore when riding only glance at the multifunction gauge briefly to maintain awareness of road conditions _______________ 27 ...

Page 30: ...modes Warning pop up Distance to empty To select the value to be displayed in the tripmeter 1 Access the Stats Trip screen 2 Select the desired set of statistic to be shown Total A or B 3 JOYSTICK UP will change the value shown on the left display with the distance value of the selected statistic set Right Lateral Display Rightscreen2 The right lateral display includes Tachometer Audio volume Audi...

Page 31: ...the road You will get used to them and they will be easier to use on the road Use the ECC Electronic Command Center to control the display func tions Refer to ECC ELECTRONIC COMMAND CENTER in SEC ONDARY CONTROLS 219001827 006_j 1 ECC Pressing the joystick center button will get the Menu selection in the right screen in this order BRP connect Phone Statistics Audio Settings When an icon is selected...

Page 32: ...tches Use the ECC to control of numerous functions of the multifunction gauge 219001827 006_j 1 ECC Use the BRP Connect button for quick access to BRP Connect Each click will swap between apps view and func tions view of the multifunction gauge 219001827 303 Menu BRP Connect BRP connect_test Before using BRP Connect the app must be downloaded to the phone The app can be downloaded from the Apple A...

Page 33: ...NE VIA BLUETOOTH Statistics Stat_a The Statistics menu is used to get Trip distance information Trip elapsed time information Instant fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Maximum speed Average speed 3 sets of statistics are kept in memory Each set of statistic can be reset inde pendently The joystick LEFT and RIGHT will navi gate between the 3 sets of statistic Holding the joystick DOWN when ...

Page 34: ...Phone only audio sources left and right have no effects Audio Configuration The Audio Configuration menu is as fol lows Automatic FM presets Automatic volume control Equalizer Fade Balance Audio Output Audio Output selection is used to se lect the desired audio output Speaker or Helmet NOTE A different volume level is used when helmet is selected This allows to keep the volume previously selected ...

Page 35: ...ia the App Store for Apple or the Google Play Store for Android NOTE You must have an Apple iTunes or Google Play Store ac count to download the application 2 Download Apps Compatible With BRP Connect Visit our website www brpconnect tutorial com to know more about the compatible apps These apps will im prove your riding experience Some apps may require additional purchase to be compatible with th...

Page 36: ...n Only one location can be saved at a time 3 Settings Set BRP connect to your choosing In which country do you intend to use the BRP Connect App What should be worth your at tention Note Elementary settings of the BRP Connect app change be changed from within this menu 4 Information General information about the BRP Connect app States the current version and all legal infor mation 5 Quick Start Gu...

Page 37: ...LARGE PANORAMIC 7 8 WIDE LCD DISPLAY 1 2 219002011 501 1 Currently Installed Apps 2 Available Apps _______________ 35 ...

Page 38: ... 4 turn counterclock wise to the steering lock position then remove key rmo2008 001 074_a KEY POSITION TO LOCK HANDLEBAR 1 Turn key 1 4 turn Opening the Glove Box First ensure steering is not locked to al low glove box opening Push on the lower end of glove box to release it rmo2010 001 045_a 1 Push here to release Open cover When done close cover then push on the lower end of glove box to latch i...

Page 39: ...rator seat is equipped with a provision to install the operator seat backrest available in option rmo2014 005 013_a 1 Backrest access cover NOTE When backrest is not installed make sure the five tabs of the access cover are properly engaged Opening the Seat 1 Insert key in ignition switch 2 Push and turn the key 1 4 turn clock wise to the seat opening position and hold while lifting seat rmo2008 0...

Page 40: ...es at the same time by turning key counterclockwise rmo2010 001 048_a 1 Turn counterclockwise to unlock Pull the left side latch to open the left side storage compartment cover and pull the right side latch to open the right side cover rmo2010 001 049_a 1 Opening the left cover The chosen storage compartment cover will open NOTE Be aware that objects may have moved while riding Pay atten tion not ...

Page 41: ...tment latch is located at the rear of vehicle rmo2010 001 047_b 1 Latch for the top storage compartment If locked use the ignition key and un lock all the latches at the same time by turning key counterclockwise rmo2010 001 048_a 1 Turn counterclockwise to unlock Pull the latch rmo2010 001 050_a 1 Opening the top cover Open the storage compartment cover Always latch the cover after usage When fini...

Page 42: ... helmet hook Secure the helmet strap buckle on the hook Gently put down helmet on the vehicle side panel Carefully close the seat and latch Tool Kit Tool Kit Location The tool kit is located in the top storage compartment The tool kit contains the tools for the basic maintenance described in this Operator s Guide Operator s Guide The operator s guide is located inside the front storage compartment...

Page 43: ...side panel 3 Rear side panel 4 Bottom front side panel 5 Bottom rear side panel Side Panel Removal rmo2010 008 003_m REMOVAL SEQUENCE 1 Pull the top front of the panel out of its grommet 2 Pull the bottom front of the panel out of its grommet 3 Unclip the top rear of the panel 4 Pull the rear of the panel out of its grommet _______________ 41 ...

Page 44: ...rews of wind deflector 5 Remove mirror 5 1 Push firmly on the top front of the mirror towards the rear of the vehicle 5 2 Push up firmly on the outer most part of the mirror rmr2010 038 004_b Step 1 Push towards the rear Step 2 Push up 6 Remove upper retaining screws from top side panel rmr2010 038 005_a 1 Upper retaining screws 7 Remove rear retaining screw from top side panel rmr2010 038 006_a 1...

Page 45: ... which cannot be removed Installation Reinstall top side panel in the reverse order of the removal Rear Side Panel Removal 1 Remove side panel 2 Remove top side panel 3 Remove front retaining screw of rear side panel 4 Remove upper retaining screw and washer from rear side panel rmr2010 038 010_a 1 Front retaining screw 2 Upper retaining screw 5 Remove front plastic rivet from rear side panel rmr2...

Page 46: ... upper plastic rivet from panel rmr2010 038 015_a 1 Upper retaining screw 2 Upper plastic rivet 4 Remove the 2 bottom plastic rivets from the panel rmr2010 038 016_a 1 Plastic rivets 5 Remove bottom front side panel from vehicle Installation Reinstall bottom front side panel in the reverse order of the removal Bottom Rear Side Panels Removing the Bottom Rear RH Side Panel 1 Remove middle side pane...

Page 47: ...ottom front side panel 5 Remove bottom retaining screw from bottom rear LH side panel rmo2014 005 032_a 1 Bottom retaining screw 2 Upper retaining screw 6 Loosen upper retaining screw NOTE Upper retaining screw remains attached to bottom panel 7 Remove bottom rear side panel from vehicle by pulling forward to release panel from bracket NOTE The back of the panel is in serted between the bracket an...

Page 48: ...death Only run the engine in an unen closed well ventilated area See the GENERAL PRECAUTIONS sec tion NOTE The RT model can be started in any gear with the brake pedal pressed The transmission automatically shifts to neutral when the engine has been started 1 Push down and hold the brake pedal 2 Turn the key to ON NOTICE Do not apply throttle while electrical system is initializ ing 3 Refer to the...

Page 49: ...ut starting the engine 1 While seated on the vehicle push down and hold the brake pedal 2 Disengage the parking brake 3 Dismount on the right side of the ve hicle keeping your foot on the brake pedal 4 Push the vehicle using the brake as needed CAUTION Only push from the right side so you can reach the brake pedal Stay clear of the hot exhaust pipe When pulling the vehicle backward be careful that...

Page 50: ...ich can damage the fuel system Alcohol fuel blending varies by coun try and region Your vehicle has been designed to operate using the recom mended fuels however be aware of the following Use of fuel containing alcohol above the percentage specified by gov ernment regulations is not recom mended and can result in the fol lowing problems in the fuel system components Starting and operating difficul...

Page 51: ... Adjustment with Manual Adjustment The rear air suspension is pressurized for general operation If the vehicle load changes adding a passenger rid ing with more cargo etc or if a softer or a harder setting is desired the pres sure of the rear suspension can be changed to your preferences The suspension pressure is adjustable by deflating or inflating the air spring Use an air compressor from a gas...

Page 52: ...ore cargo etc NOTE It is normal to hear pressure re lease or the air compressor operating while engine is running It indicates the suspension is self adjusting Using the Audio in Jack An audio input jack is provided in the front storage compartment 219001827 013_a 1 Audio in jack 2 USB jack An audio player such as a CD player iPod mobile digital device or an MP3 player can be connected in this jac...

Page 53: ...SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ 51 ...

Page 54: ...brake and there is no way to brake front and rear wheels separately The braking and steer are similar to a motorcycle Be aware of vehicle be hind you they may not able to stop or react as quickly Anti Lock 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 wheel...

Page 55: ...r mo torists 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 Do not back up too close to objects or you may hit them with the front tires Keep your speed low and do not back up for long distances When possible park so that you do not have to back out of the parking space CAUTION Alway...

Page 56: ...action 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 if you do not maintain the recommended tire pressure or if tire tread condition is degraded If your tires lose traction with the road surface you may lose control of the ve hicle even with VSS If the paved road surface is covered or par...

Page 57: ...ept when SCS intervenes during a turn VSS does not prevent the vehicle from entering a turn too fast If you drive too fast for condi tions you can lose control even with VSS Excess Weight Never load vehicle above specified val ues TOTAL VEHICLE LOAD ALLOWED 224 kg 494 lb Dynamic Power Steering DPS The DPS Dynamic Power Steering provides a computer controlled vari able power assist achieved by an e...

Page 58: ...y wearing a helmet and riding gear Operator Skills and Judgment Every driver has some control over their own risk on the road Drivers who develop good skills will have bet ter control of their vehicle Do not rely on your experience with motorcycles automobiles ATVs snowmobiles or any other kind of vehicle to prepare you to operate this vehicle Learn how this vehicle is different Read this Opera to...

Page 59: ...cally able to maintain their posture hold on 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 when you start the vehicle and ad dress any problems before you ride Always use the multifunction gauge with extreme caution Prolon...

Page 60: ...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 face h...

Page 61: ...vides protection against injury Other 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 ...

Page 62: ...ar and zip up with wide 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 ...

Page 63: ...ll marked parking lot without obstacles light poles curbs etc makes a good practice area Be aware of oil left by parked cars Look for parking lots that are empty during off hours such as at schools churches community centers or shopping centers Do not trespass on private property Once you have selected a suitable loca tion get permission to use it from the owner If there are obstructions such as l...

Page 64: ...Stop Switch Purpose Become familiar with the operation of the twist throttle Become familiar with the sound of the engine at different RPMs This will help you to know when to up shift and downshift based on the engine sound Become familiar with using the en gine stop switch Directions Start with the vehicle in NEUTRAL the parking brake engaged and your right foot on the brake pedal Check the multi...

Page 65: ...comfortable with applying and releasing the throttle 2b Hold Throttle Release and Stop Every 12 m 40 ft Next you will be holding the throttle a little longer then stopping every 12 m 40 ft every other marker every fourth line Again slowly apply throttle until the vehicle starts to creep forward This time hold the throttle at this point As you approach the stopping point release the throttle and pr...

Page 66: ...ide a little farther from the cones so you can make a wide arcing turn at the end of the straightaway As you approach the curve slow down to no more than 8 km h 5 MPH by releasing the throttle and apply brake if needed Hold the throttle to maintain your low speed Look in the direction of the curve Turn the handlebar in the direction of the curve pulling on the inside hand grip and pushing on the o...

Page 67: ...like to use your brakes in a curve or turn 5 Quick Stops Purpose Become familiar with the vehicle braking ability Learn to apply brakes with maxi mum force Directions This exercise is similar to what you did before except you ll be applying the brake more firmly working up to braking as hard as possible The An tilock Braking System ABS will pre vent the wheels from locking and help you maintain st...

Page 68: ...m 20 ft 1 Weave between every marker in tersection of every other parking spot Keep your speed low ini tially as you get used to making the changes of direction 2 Lean into each turn and turn the handlebar in the direction you want to go by pulling and pushing the grips 1 rmo2008 005 050_a 1 Start 12 m 40 ft Weave Once you re comfortable try doing 12 m 40 ft weaves between every other cone every f...

Page 69: ...away You may want to use the parking lot aisles for this exercise rather than riding in the spaces 7a Practice Using the Gear Selector at a Stop First while stopped practice to single shift between reverse neutral and first gear Then practice to Double shift from reverse to first gear Double shift from first to reverse gear Repeat until you are comfortable 7b Upshifting from First into Second Gear...

Page 70: ...while downshifting engine braking will slow the vehicle This can help you decrease speed but remem ber that VSS does not control engine braking If you shift into too low a gear when you are at high speed the rear tire can skid and you can lose control spin out tip or roll over particularly in a curve 8 Swerve Purpose Become familiar with the vehicle handling for quick maneuvers Try different varia...

Page 71: ...fore you swerve 9 Operating in Reverse Purpose Become familiar with the vehicle handling and turning radius in re verse Directions Shift into reverse See BASIC PRO CEDURES Check that the area behind you is clear Continue to look backwards Be careful not to strike anything with your front wheels as you back up Slow and stop by releasing throttle and using brake just like when operating normally Bac...

Page 72: ... 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 70 _____ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ ...

Page 73: ...le 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 w...

Page 74: ... 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 This vehicle has automatic canceling turn signals but they may not cancel after shallow t...

Page 75: ...he side so your per spective is different You can move to the left or right part of the lane to avoid hazards keep dis tance from other vehicles or handle curves You can also move to the left or right part of the lane to get a better view or to be seen by other vehicles Because of this vehicle center seat position and width it may be harder to see around traffic even when you are near the edge of ...

Page 76: ...ling off the throttle using the brakes and or downshifting to a lower gear En ter the turn at a speed that you can maintain throughout the turn Although this vehicle is better able to brake while turning than a motor cycle it is still important to slow down before you enter a turn or curve rather than braking in the turn Braking and turning both require traction The more traction you use for braki...

Page 77: ...sts consider your own ability to see at night Use high beams when appro priate Avoid overriding your headlight riding so fast that you can t see as far as your stopping distance You can also use other vehicle headlights to see the road ahead Do not use tinted or colored visors or lenses at night and be particularly careful that your visor does not have scratches or smudges Group Riding Ride single...

Page 78: ...ntained tires reduce the risk of hydroplaning Always maintain recommended tire pressure Refer to TIRE PRESSURE in MAINTE NANCE PROCEDURES section NOTE The pressure difference be tween the left and right side tire should not exceed 3 4 kPa 5 PSI Immediately replace any tire that shows the maximum tread wear indi cator to minimize risk of hydroplaning The middle of a lane can be particularly slick i...

Page 79: ...func tion but you should still be prepared for an emergency Always have the Operator s Guide and tool kit in the vehicle Refer to the ROAD SIDE REPAIRS section for technical guidelines on problems that could occur during a trip 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 d...

Page 80: ... safe place to stop Avoid hard braking downshifting or sharp steering If a front tire fails the vehicle may tend to pull in the direction of the failed tire so you will need to maintain a firm grip on the handlebar to control your direction Refer to ROAD SIDE REPAIRS section for instructions on tire repair 78 _____ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ ...

Page 81: ...ribution will be different 1 You will not be able to accelerate as quickly Allow more time and space for passing 2 You will not be able to stop as quickly Use a longer following dis tance from the vehicle in front of you at least three seconds Use an even longer distance if riding conditions are not ideal e g low visibility poor road surface 3 You will not be able to turn as sharply or at as high ...

Page 82: ...le for different maneuvers e g one hand at the front corner of and one hand at the opposite back cor ner for turns both hands further for ward or back for other situations rmo2010 001 029_a A Different gripping positions on the handholds 2 Stay clear of the exhaust pipe the rear wheel and the drive belt 3 Avoid turning around or leaning ex cept to keep balance in a turn In an unexpected maneuver a...

Page 83: ...ed before riding Top Storage Compartment The top storage compartment has room to store a helmet or other light items rmr2010 001 003 TYPICAL Make sure the storage compartment cover is securely latched before riding Towing a Trailer The RT series has been designed to be able to tow a BRP optional trailer with the optional BRP hitch The VSS vehicle stability system on this vehicle incorporates a pro...

Page 84: ...portunity Refer to REQUIRED RIDING SKILLS AND PRACTICE EX ERCISES When possible avoid swerving twist and turns sharp and abrupt turns as well as sudden braking This could cause the trailer to jackknife or to turn over It is easier to unstabilize an empty trailer When accelerating it is normal to shift at a higher RPM to avoid loading excessively the engine NOTICE Avoid spinning the rear wheel Rock...

Page 85: ... in the trailer before operating the vehicle Always se cure cargo as low as possible in the trailer to reduce the effect of a higher center of gravity Failure to follow the recommendations here could cause affect the vehicle handling which could lead to the vehicle loss of control NOTICE Exceeding the maximum towed weight can damage vehicle or trailer Avoid transporting heavy parts with sharp edge...

Page 86: ...e 5 It is important for the passenger to be alert and sober True False 6 Name six items of protective gear that can reduce your risk of injury 1 _________________________ 2 _________________________ 3 _________________________ 4 _________________________ 5 _________________________ 6 _________________________ 7 Protective gear is important for preventing and reducing injuries keeping you comfortab...

Page 87: ... 5 _________________________ 15 When braking on surfaces with less than ideal traction you should pump the brakes to help maintain control of the vehicle True False 16 The vehicle s maximum load includes the operator the passenger the cargo and all accessories True False 17 The vehicle can safely tow a trailer as long as the total towed weight does not exceed 180 kg 400 lb True False 18 A passenge...

Page 88: ...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 pedal not pump The vehicle is equipped with ...

Page 89: ...ent 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 This hangtag may only be removed by the customer Ce produit routier est différent Ce produit routier est différent Il nécessite des habiletés et des connaissances sp...

Page 90: ...s are exposed to more road risks than in a car Even skilled operators can be struck by other vehicles or lose control This vehicle will not protect you in a crash Instruct the passenger Always hold handholds and keep feet on pegs Watch the road Lean into curves Brace for bumps Always keep in mind Brake with the foot pedal Steer in the direction of a turn do not countersteer Keep all wheels in your...

Page 91: ...er the labels in this guide Label 1 RT 7627 TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LES PNEUS ET LE CHARGEMENT The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 224 kg or 494 lb Le poids total des occupants et du chargement ne doit jamais dépasser 224 kg ou 494 lb SEATING CAPACITY NOMBRE DE PLACES TOTAL REAR ARRIÈRE 2 1 1 FRONT AVANT TIRE PNEU SIZE DIMENSION COLDTIRE PRESSURE ...

Page 92: ...cleaner gasoline or solvent to avoid windshield damage See operator s guide 704904936A NOTICE Matt finish paint needs 704904936 LOCATED UNDER FRONT STORAGE COVER rmo2010 001 099_c 1 Label 2 location Label 3 16 kg 35 lb DO NOT OVERLOAD 5121A LOAD LIMIT 704905121 rmo2010 001 012_b TYPICAL 1 Label 3 located in the front storage compartment Label 4 6 8 kg 15 lb 6 8 kg 15 lb DO NOT OVERLOAD DO NOT OVER...

Page 93: ...NS Checking Engine Oil Level Make sure engine is at operating temperature For procedure refer to the operator s guide Ride at least 15 km 9 miles Can Am Spyder must be on a level surface Let engine idle for 10 minutes Stop engine Take measurement within 2 minutes after the engine stop Dipstick must be screwed in completely before checking oil level Use XPS synthetic blend oil summer grade or equiv...

Page 94: ...Lb kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar 450 65 4 50 515 75 5 15 550 80 5 50 585 85 5 85 345 50 3 45 415 60 4 15 480 70 4 80 515 75 5 15 550 80 5 50 310 45 3 10 380 55 3 80 450 65 4 50 480 70 4 80 515 75 5 15 70 150 70 150 45 100 0 90 200 90 200 115 250 115 250 LOAD DRIVER DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED PRESSURE BY 70 kPa 10 Psi 0 70 bar 380 55 3 80 704905155 rmo2016 006 007_c TYP...

Page 95: ... labels in this guide Label 1 RT 7627 TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LES PNEUS ET LE CHARGEMENT The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 224 kg or 494 lb Le poids total des occupants et du chargement ne doit jamais dépasser 224 kg ou 494 lb SEATING CAPACITY NOMBRE DE PLACES TOTAL REAR ARRIÈRE 2 1 1 FRONT AVANT TIRE PNEU SIZE DIMENSION COLDTIRE PRESSURE PRESSI...

Page 96: ...cleaner gasoline or solvent to avoid windshield damage See operator s guide 704904936A NOTICE Matt finish paint needs 704904936 LOCATED UNDER FRONT STORAGE COVER rmo2010 001 099_c 1 Label 2 location Label 3 16 kg 35 lb DO NOT OVERLOAD 5121A LOAD LIMIT 704905121 rmo2010 001 012_b TYPICAL 1 Label 3 located in the front storage compartment Label 4 6 8 kg 15 lb 6 8 kg 15 lb DO NOT OVERLOAD DO NOT OVER...

Page 97: ...NS Checking Engine Oil Level Make sure engine is at operating temperature For procedure refer to the operator s guide Ride at least 15 km 9 miles Can Am Spyder must be on a level surface Let engine idle for 10 minutes Stop engine Take measurement within 2 minutes after the engine stop Dipstick must be screwed in completely before checking oil level Use XPS synthetic blend oil summer grade or equiv...

Page 98: ...ar PASSENGER CARGO Kg Lb 704905155 Kg Lb kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar kPa Psi bar 450 65 4 50 515 75 5 15 550 80 5 50 585 85 5 85 345 50 3 45 415 60 4 15 480 70 4 80 515 75 5 15 550 80 5 50 310 45 3 10 380 55 3 80 450 65 4 50 480 70 4 80 515 75 5 15 70 150 70 150 45 100 0 90 200 90 200 115 250 115 250 LOAD DRIVER DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED PRESSURE BY 70 kPa 10 Psi 0 70 bar 380 5...

Page 99: ...on NHTSA in addition to notifying Bombardier Recreational Products Inc If 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 Recreational Products Inc TO CONTACT NHTSA 888 327 ...

Page 100: ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS This page is intentionally blank 98 _____ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ ...

Page 101: ...PRE RIDE INSPECTION _______________ 99 ...

Page 102: ...sh See an authorized Can Am On Road dealer as neces sary Before Starting the Vehicle Inspect the Following ITEM PROCEDURE TIRES Look for damage Inspect inflation and tread wear Refer to MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES WHEELS AND LUG NUTS Look for damage Twist each front wheel lug nut by hand to be sure it is not loose Be sure the rear wheel axle nut is in place DRIVE BELT Look for fraying cuts punctures an...

Page 103: ...eflectors are clean Check trailer tire condition and pressure RADIATOR FAN GRILLS Remove any debris from the grills Do not clean with a pressure washer because it can damage the radiator fins Clean only with compressed air Turn Ignition Key to the ON Position ITEM PROCEDURE MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE Check the gauges indicators messages and the fuel level LIGHTS Check operation of headlights taillight br...

Page 104: ...PRE RIDE CHECKLIST This page is intentionally blank 102 ______________ ...

Page 105: ...MAINTENANCE ______________ 103 ...

Page 106: ... dealer has an in depth technical knowl edge and tools to service your vehicle the emission related warranty is not condi tioned on the use of an authorized Can Am On Road dealer or any other establish ment with which BRP has a commercial relationship Proper maintenance is the owner s responsibility A warranty claim may be denied if among other things the owner or operator caused the problem throu...

Page 107: ...rests looseness Check body panels looseness Check operation of storage compartment latches hinges and key barrels EVERY 1 500 KM 1 000 MI Check oil level EVERY 15 000 KM 9 300 MI OR 1 YEAR WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Perform all items indicated in the PRE RIDE INSPECTION Replace engine oil and oil filter Check brake fluid level Replace every 2 years Check brake hoses Check reverse mechanism operation Ch...

Page 108: ... Check front and rear wheel bearings condition Check brake pads and discs condition Check passenger handholds looseness Check footrests looseness Check body panels looseness Check operation of storage compartment latches hinges and key barrels EVERY 30 000 KM 19 000 MI Replace air filter and clean air filter housing EVERY 45 000 KM 28 000 MI Replace the Hydraulic Control Module HCM oil filter Repl...

Page 109: ... must not be neglected NOTE The first inspection is at the expense of the vehicle owner We recommend that this inspection be signed by the authorized Can Am On Road dealer repair shop or person of your own choosing having performed the first in spection Date of inspection Signature of the Authorized Can Am On Road dealer repair shop or person Name of the Authorized Can Am On Road dealer repair sho...

Page 110: ...able for the engine or by adding of an additives may not be covered by the BRP Limited Warranty Scandinavia Countries XPS RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL 4T 5W40 SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL EUR P N 779290 If THE RECOMMENDED XPS ENGINE OIL IS NOT AVAILABLE Use a 5W40 4 stroke SAE synthetic engine oil meeting or exceeding the following lubricant industry specifications API service classification SJ SL SM or SN Alway...

Page 111: ... and remove the oil dip stick rmo2014 005 015_a 1 Oil dipstick 2 Oil filler tube 7 Wipe off the dipstick 8 Reinsert and completely screw in the dipstick 9 Unscrew and remove the dipstick again 10 Check the engine oil level on the dipstick It should be near or equal to the upper mark rmr2014 011 080_a 1 MAX 2 MIN 3 Operating range 0 5 L 5 qt U S liq Oil Level between Lower MIN and Upper MAX Marks 1...

Page 112: ...ied out with a warm engine CAUTION Engine oil can be very hot 2 Remove the following RH body pan els refer to BODY Middle side panel Top side panel Acoustic panel 3 Clean area around drain plug under oil sump cover 4 Place an appropriate drain pan under oil sump cover 5 Remove the drain plug and discard the sealing washer and O rings rmr2014 011 301_b TYPICAL 1 Engine oil drain plug 6 Remove the d...

Page 113: ...nto the oil tank OIL QUANTITIES MODEL WHEN DOING QUANTITY Engine oil and engine oil filter replacement 5 2 L 5 5 qt U S liq SE6 Engine oil engine oil filter and HCM surface filter replacement 5 4 L 5 7 qt U S liq 22 Reinsert and completely screw in the dipstick 23 Check engine oil level Refer to ENGINE OIL LEVEL VERIFICA TION in this section NOTICE Ensure oil pressure warn ing lamp goes out within...

Page 114: ...r and remove any dust or debris tak ing care not to blow or move any thing inside the clean side of the engine air inlet passed air filter NOTICE Remove any dust or de bris that may have moved or shifted inside the clean side of the air intake silencer passed air filter Clean by pulling on the dust and not pushing it inside Replace air filter as necessary accord ing to recommended maintenance sche...

Page 115: ...ethylene glycol premixed coolant 50 50 specifically formulated for internal combustion aluminum engines Verifying the Engine Coolant Level WARNING When opening the reservoir the coolant can be very hot and spray out if the engine is hot In order to avoid getting burned check the coolant level when the engine is cold With the engine cold check the coolant level as follows 1 Park the vehicle on a fi...

Page 116: ...or Fans Cleaning the Radiator Fans Remove any debris from the grills NOTE Do not clean with a pressure washer because it can damage the radiator fins Clean only with com pressed air from behind blow the air from the back towards the front rmo2014 005 024_a 1 Radiator fan grills NOTE When the engine is running and the vehicle is stopped or travelling at low speed the radiator fans push air towards ...

Page 117: ...l lows 1 Open the front storage compart ment 2 Remove the battery access panel 3 First connect the RED cable to the corresponding terminal 4 Connect the BLACK cable to the corresponding terminal NOTICE Always connect the RED cable first to avoid damaging the electrical system of the vehicle rmo2014 001 001_a 1 BLACK terminal 2 RED terminal 5 Start the battery charger Charging time will depend on t...

Page 118: ...L 1 Front sprocket 2 Rear sprocket 219001702 002_a TYPICAL FRONT SPROCKET 1 Front sprocket teeth 2 Belt 3 Sprocket flange 4 Gap between flange and belt Drive Belt Wear Inspect the drive belt with the vehicle in neutral engine off on a level surface with plenty of room you will have to roll the vehicle forward or backward to see the full length of the belt rmo2008 001 109_a DRIVE BELT SURFACES 1 Ou...

Page 119: ...or or not properly inflated can cause loss of control New tires will not operate at their maximum efficiency until their break in is completed Braking steering and VSS performance may be reduced so use extra caution Tires take about 300 km 200 mi of riding with frequent braking to break in For riding with infrequent braking allow extra time to break in the tires The tires have been specifically de...

Page 120: ... bars molded at the base of the tread 1 in figure below Check in three loca tions across the tire tread Outer edge Center Inside edge The tread wear indicators will appear across the treads that have been worn down to the minimum tread depth When at least one tread wear indicator appears across the tread have the tire replaced as soon as possible by an au thorized Can Am On Road dealer rmo2008 001...

Page 121: ...ow extra time to break in the brakes Verifying the Brake Fluid Level Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container Check the brake fluid level as follows 1 Park the vehicle on a firm level sur face 2 Unlatch and lift the seat OPENING THE SEAT 3 Check the brake fluid level in both reservoirs near the back of the seat They should both be above the MIN mark rmo2016 006 007_a 1 Brake fluid MAX le...

Page 122: ...back the floorboard until it latches The mechanism must work freely See an authorized Can Am On Road dealer if there are any problems with the brake system Headlights Verifying the Headlights Aiming North American Models 1 Verify tires are correctly inflated Refer to SPECIFICATIONS 2 Set the rear suspension air pressure to 0 kPa 0 PSI using the schrader valve located under the seat rmo2016 006 007...

Page 123: ...e to 0 kPa 0 PSI using the schrader valve located under the seat rmo2016 006 007_b 1 Schrader valve 3 Position vehicle in front of a test sur face as shown Make sure vehicle is on leveled ground rmo2010 001 007_b A 10 m 33 ft 90 rmo2010 001 008_a 4 Trace 4 lines parallel to the ground on the test surface as follows LINES ON THE TEST SURFACE Line A 703 mm 27 11 16 in above ground Line B 773 mm 30 7...

Page 124: ...DLIGHT REFLECTION ON SURFACE TEST BOTH HEADLIGHTS 1 Ground 2 Focus point Headlights Vertical Aiming Adjustment 1 Remove both middle side panels Refer to BODY PANELS in EQUIP MENT North American Models To adjust headlight beam turn the HBV adjustment knob Adjust both head lights evenly rbl2015 005 003_a 1 HBV adjustment knob European and Australian Models 2 To adjust headlight beam turn the appropr...

Page 125: ...dle side panels 2 To adjust headlight beam turn the applicable adjustment knob rbl2015 005 002_a LH SIDE SHOWN 1 High Beam Horizontal Adjustment Knob HBH 2 High Beam Vertical Adjustment Knob HBV 3 Low Beam Vertical Adjustment Knob LB Adjust both high beam headlights so that a line drawn from the center of the focus point brightest spot on the wall to the center of the headlight assembly is paralle...

Page 126: ...oil You can use ser vice product or a mild automotive degreaser Thoroughly follow the manufacturer s instructions SERVICE PRODUCT XPS ROADSTER WASH P N 219 701 703 4 Dry the vehicle with a chamois or a soft towel Vehicles with Matte Finishes NOTICE Do not use wax detail spray or other products used on regular paint Do not wash with abrasive materials Do not use me chanical cleaners or polishers an...

Page 127: ...revent the tank from rusting and the fuel from deteriorating Strictly follow instructions on fuel stabilizer con tainer 5 Inflate all tires to their recom mended pressure 6 Clean the vehicle 7 Lubricate all control cables and latches pivoting points of all levers and lubrication points of front sus pensions 8 Close and latch all storage compart ments 9 Cover the vehicle with a permeable materials ...

Page 128: ...STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION This page is intentionally blank 126 ______________ ...

Page 129: ...ROAD SIDE REPAIRS ______________ 127 ...

Page 130: ...ON posi tion ENGINE DOES NOT TURN OVER cont d 4 Battery dead or poor battery con nections Check the battery charge Recharge if necessary see MAINTENANCE PROCE DURES Check the battery connections in the front storage compartment see MAINTENANCE PROCE DURES 5 Blown fuse Check fuse condition see the HOW TO REPLACE FUSES AND LIGHTS in this section 6 Transmission is in gear Depress brake pedal if trans...

Page 131: ...ment see MAINTENANCE PROCE DURES 3 Engine management problem Check to see whether the engine malfunction indicator lamp is ON while starting Seek service from an authorized Can Am On Road dealer repair shop or person of your own choosing for mainte nance repair or replacement Please refer to the US EPA EMIS SIONS PERFORMANCE WAR RANTY contained herein for in formation about warranty claims _______...

Page 132: ...ait for engine to cool off Check for leaks Check coolant level and adjust see MAINTE NANCE PROCEDURES SUSPENSION FAULT Air controlled suspension malfunction Check pressure in the air spring Check rear suspension position sensor Have the vehicle transported to the nearest authorized Can Am On Road Dealer to verify the Air Controlled Suspension Min Max values calibration BRAKE FAILURE EBD malfunctio...

Page 133: ...e 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 On Road dealer to have your vehicle serviced before riding again In LIMP HOME the engine RPM is limited and therefore the vehicle speed Important information messages can also be displayed temporarily to assist indicator lamps 219001827 403_a TY...

Page 134: ... LEFT SIDE PANEL SHOWN 1 Slide mechanism Reinstall switch and panel when done Flat Tire If a tire has a major puncture or cut in the tread and is completely deflated have the vehicle transported to the nearest Can Am On Road dealer Re fer to TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE for transporting instructions If a tire has a minor nail or stone punc ture and is not completely deflated the tire can be temporaril...

Page 135: ...ble to the NEGATIVE terminal of the booster battery 11 Connect the other end of the BLACK jumper cable to the NEGATIVE terminal seat of your vehicle rmo2014 001 001_a 1 BLACK terminal 2 RED terminal 12 Stand on the right side of the ve hicle apply brakes and start the engine If it does not crank or it cranks slowly check the jumper cables to make sure they are mak ing good contact and try again If...

Page 136: ...Open the access cover Push down on the fuse service covers and pull the covers off rmo2013 003 011_a INSIDE FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENT 1 Left fuse service cover 2 Right fuse service cover Push down on the tabs and carefully re move the fuse box covers rmo2013 005 003_a 1 Tabs 2 Fuse box cover Fuse Description rmo2014 005 023_a FUSES LEFT FUSE BOX NOTE Refer to decal located be tween both fuse boxes...

Page 137: ...ghts Hazard 10 A 3 Amplifier 15 A 4 Trailer module 10 A 5 Horn Load shedding 25 A 6 DC plugs VKEY 5 A 7 DC Plugs VBAT 5 A 8 NOT USED NOTE When fuse 6 is installed 12 V power outlet is only operational when ignition switch is at ON position When fuse 7 is installed 12 V power outlet is always operational rmo2014 005 023_b JCASE FUSES LEFT FUSE BOX Left JCase Fuse Box JCASE FUSE NO DESCRIPTION RATIN...

Page 138: ...e liner if applicable 8 To close the fuse service covers po sition covers over fuse boxes and push down carefully until the fuse service covers engage 9 Close the access cover and then the front storage compartment Lights NOTE The front turn signal lights and the brake lights are built with LEDs light emitting diode and this technology proved to be reliable In the unlikely event they do not work h...

Page 139: ...ICLE EUROPEAN MODELS 1 Turn signal 2 Headlight high beam 3 Headlight low beam 4 Position light rmo2010 001 047_e LIGHTS LOCATION REAR OF VEHICLE 1 License plate light 2 Backup light 3 Turn signal light Japanese Models Only rmo2014 005 022_a LIGHTS LOCATION REAR OF VEHICLE 1 License plate light 2 Backup light 3 Turn signal light Headlight High Beam 1 Remove the top side panel 2 Remove the upper ret...

Page 140: ...front fascia rmr2010 038 024_a 1 Lower retaining screw 5 Remove front fascia from vehicle 6 Remove adjustment cable retaining nuts rmo2014 005 014_b 1 Adjustment cable retaining nuts 7 Remove all 4 headlight retaining screws rmo2010 001 076_a 1 Retaining screws 8 Pull tabs apart to unlock cover rmo2010 001 077_a 1 Headlight cover 2 Pull tabs apart 9 Pull cover out 10 Disconnect the bulb connector ...

Page 141: ... fingers on a new halogen bulb This would shorten its life rmo2010 001 079_b 1 Turn clockwise 14 Plug connector to the bulb 15 Reinstall headlight cover and re maining parts in the reverse order of the removal Headlight Low Beam Remove the middle side panel Clean the back area of headlight Insert your hand through the opening above the upper arm of front suspen sion rmo2010 001 071_a 1 Headlight 2...

Page 142: ...k it in position rmo2010 001 074_b 1 Turn clockwise Plug connector to the bulb Reinstall headlight cover and middle side panel in the reverse order of the removal Fog Light Option Package All models except European models See your authorized Can Am On Road dealer for the bulb replacement proce dure Position Light The position lights are built with LEDs light emitting diode and this tech nology pro...

Page 143: ...hing it in 5 Reinstall the lens Backup Light 1 Open the top storage compartment 2 Open the side storage compart ments 3 Remove the 8 retaining screws from the rear panel rmo2010 001 082_a 1 Rear panel 2 Retaining screws 4 Pull out panel rmo2010 001 083 5 Unplug connector 6 Turn the bulb counterclockwise to unlock it rmo2010 001 084_a 1 Turn counterclockwise 7 Pull bulb out ______________ 141 ...

Page 144: ...ock it in posi tion rmo2010 001 084_b 1 Turn clockwise 9 Plug connector to the bulb 10 Reinstall rear panel in the reverse order of the removal Flashers Japanese Models Only rmo2014 005 022_b 1 Flashers 1 Remove screw and lens from flasher to access the bulb 2 Replace the bulb 142 ______________ ...

Page 145: ...rface finish or plastic com ponents 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 rmo2010 001 097_a 1 Lower suspension arm 2 Strap between shock absorber and fin NOTICE Do not place the strap over the fin This could break it 4 Attach the straps to the win...

Page 146: ... 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 TYPICAL 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 whee...

Page 147: ...TECHNICAL INFORMATION ______________ 145 ...

Page 148: ...FR AV kg lb RR AR kg lb CAN TYPE TRI THISVEHICLE CONFORMS TOALLAPPLICABLEU S FEDERALMOTOR VEHICLESAFETY STANDARDS FMVSS INEFFECTONTHE DATEOF MANUFACTURESHOWNABOVE U S TYPE MOTORCYCLE V I N N I V ASSEMBLEDIN ASSEMBLÉ AU CANADA MOD 704904865 121 CANICES 2 NMB 2 1 2 rmo2015 008 210_b VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL 1 VIN Vehicle Identification Number 2 Model number European Models DATE TYPE L5e V I N ASS...

Page 149: ...S AUX MOTOCYCLETTES NEUVES DE L ANNÉE MODÈLE ET EST CERTIFIÉ À LA NORME D ÉMISSIONS HC NOx de GRAMME KILOMÈTRE See operator s guide for maintenance specifications Voir guide du conducteur pour les spécifications de maintenance RENSEIGNEMENT SUR LE DISPOSITIF ANTIPOLLUTION Evaporation Family Famille d évaporation THIS MOTORCYCLE MEETS U S EPA NOISE EMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF dBA AT RPM BY THE FEDERAL...

Page 150: ...ale or de livery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoper ative by any person Among those Acts Presumed to Constitute Tampering Are the Acts Listed Below 1 Removal or alteration or the punc turing of the muffler or any engine component which conducts re moval of engine exhaust gases 2 Remo...

Page 151: ...ent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de li cence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l ap pareil ne doit pas produire de brouil lage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélec trique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement Changes or modifications no...

Page 152: ... conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit ac cepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est suscep tible d en compromettre le fonction nement Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party respon sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equip ment IC 22868 VDIBRHS01 FC...

Page 153: ...ausar interferên cia a sistemas operando em caráter primário Japan This device is granted pursuant to the Japanese Radio Law 電波法 and the Japanese Telecommunications Busi ness Law 電気通信事業法 This de vice should not be modified otherwise the granted designation number will become invalid Europe Declaration of Conformity Simplified EU Declaration of Confor mity according Radio Equipment Di rective 2014 ...

Page 154: ...klareerib Robert Bosch LLC et käesolev raadioseadme tüüp VIPHI2BT vastab direktiivi 2014 53 EL nõuetele ELi vastavusdeklaratsiooni täielik tekst on kättesaadav järgmisel internetiaadressil eu doc bosch com ES Por la presente Robert Bosch LLC declara que el tipo de equipo radioeléctrico VIPHI2BT es conforme con la Directiva 2014 53 UE El texto completo de la declaración UE de conformidad está dispo...

Page 155: ...ernet eu doc bosch com RO Prin prezenta Robert Bosch LLC declară că tipul de echipamente radio VIPHI2BT este în conformitate cu Directiva 2014 53 UE Textul integral al declarației UE de conformitate este disponibil la următoarea adresă internet eu doc bosch com SV Härmed försäkrar Robert Bosch LLC att denna typ av radioutrustning VIPHI2BT överensstämmer med direktiv 2014 53 EU Den fullständiga tex...

Page 156: ...ter replaceable Oil change with new engine filter 5 2 L 5 5 qt U S liq Engine oil Capacity Oil change with new engine and HCM filters SE6 5 4 L 5 7 qt U S liq Lubrication Recommended engine oil 4T 5W40 SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL P N 779133 or a 5W40 semi synthetic or synthetic motorcycle oil meeting the requirements for API service SJ SL SM or SN classification and JASO MA2 Type Hydraulic clutch wet mult...

Page 157: ...ustable 0 7 mm to 0 8 mm 028 in to 031 in 8100 RPM with engaged drivetrain Engine RPM limiter setting Forward 7500 RPM with open clutch or on neutral Type Maintenance free Voltage 12 volts Nominal rating 21 A h Battery Recommended charging rate 2 A C U Halogen 2 x 65 W type HB3 Headlight Hi Low CE High Beam Halogen 2 x 65 W type H9 Low Beam Halogen 2 x 60 W type HHB3 All models except Japanese LED...

Page 158: ...aded gasoline 87 Pump Posted AKI RON MON 2 Minimum octane 92 RON 91 Pump Posted AKI RON MON 2 Fuel Refer to FUEL REQUIREMENTS Recommended octane 95 RON Fuel tank capacity 26 L 6 9 U S gal DRIVE SYSTEM Final drive type Carbon reinforced drive belt Final drive ratio 28 79 STEERING Type Dynamic Power Steering DPS FRONT SUSPENSION Suspension type Double A arm with anti roll bar Suspension travel 174 m...

Page 159: ...nted Brembo monobloc with 4 piston calipers 2 pad Rear brake Single disc 270 mm 10 6 in with 1 piston floating caliper with integrated parking brake Capacity 480 ml 16 2 U S oz Brake fluid Type DOT 4 Parking brake Mechanical electrically actuated to the rear caliper Minimum brake pad thickness 1 mm 04 in Minimum brake disc thickness 6 4 mm 25 in Maximum brake disc warpage 0 1 mm 004 in TIRES Front...

Page 160: ...ge compartment Maximum load 16 kg 35 lb Glove box Capacity 2 L 5 U S gal Capacity 52 L 13 7 U S gal Side storage compartment Maximum load 7 kg 15 lb Capacity 43 L 11 4 U S gal Rear storage compartment Maximum load 9 kg 20 lb Total vehicle load allowed including operator passenger cargo and added accessories 224 kg 494 lb Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR All models 750 kg 1 653 5 lb Maximum weight ...

Page 161: ...WARRANTY ______________ 159 ...

Page 162: ...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 distributor any Dealer nor any other person has been authorized to make any ...

Page 163: ...nce coverage loan payments loss of time or loss of income 4 WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD This limited warranty will be in effect from the date of delivery to the first retail consumer or the date the Product is first put into use whichever occurs first and for the following periods 1 For private recreational use TWENTY FOUR 24 CONSECUTIVE MONTHS except for the items covered in points 2 to 5 below and ...

Page 164: ...imited warranty to any private use owner or commercial use owner if the preceding conditions have not been met Such limitations are necessary in order to allow BRP to preserve both the safety of its products and also that of its consumers and the general public 6 WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE The customer must cease using the Product upon the appearance of an anom aly The customer must no...

Page 165: ...rage period this limited warranty subject to its terms and conditions shall also be transferred and be valid for the remaining coverage period provided BRP or an authorized Distributor Dealer receives a proof that the former owner agreed to the transfer of ownership in addition to the co ordinates of the new owner 9 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE In the event of a controversy or a dispute in connection with ...

Page 166: ... Fuel System and Air Admission Systems Fuel Injectors Fuel Pump Module Fuel Filter Ass y Throttle Body Including Throttle Position Sensor Air Intake Manifold Ignition Components and Sensors Engine Control Module ECM Engine Wiring Harness Ignition Coils Spark Plugs covered only up to the first maintenance replacement Noise Sensor Knock Sensor Camshaft Position Sensor Crankshaft Position Sensor Tem ...

Page 167: ...art caused the Product s failure to meet emission standards The use of parts not equivalent to the original parts or uncertified aftermarket parts may have a negative impact on the effec tiveness of the emission control system and results in the Product s failure to meet emission standards The use of certified parts does not affect the emission performance warranty Maintenance replacement or repai...

Page 168: ... a defect in materials or workmanship that would increase the engine s emissions of any regulated pollutant within the stated warranty period at no cost to the owner including expenses related to diagnosing and repairing or replacing emission related parts The emission related warranty is valid for the following period whichever comes first KILOMETERS MILES YEARS Exhaust and Evaporative emission r...

Page 169: ...st OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the Product s owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your OPERATOR S GUIDE BRP recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your Product but BRP cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance You are responsible for...

Page 170: ... FITNESS FOR A PARTICU LAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ALL INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL DIRECT INDIRECT OR OTHER DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS OF INCIDENTAL OR CON SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER EXC...

Page 171: ... Damage resulting from operation with fuels oils or lubricants with specifica tions different than as recommended in the OPERATOR S GUIDE Damage resulting from corrosion from road salts battery acid environmental influences or treatment contrary to the OPERATOR S GUIDE Incidental or consequential damages including without limitation expense for gasoline expense for transporting the Product to and ...

Page 172: ...ntitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure 5 CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following condition...

Page 173: ...legal rights which may vary from country to country 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 charges due to local practices and conditions such as but not limited to freight insurance taxes license fees import duties and any and all other financi...

Page 174: ...e the characteristics mutually agreed upon as between the parties or be fit for the specific use intended by the buyer and brought to the attention of the seller and which accepted The action for failure to comply is prescribed after two years after delivery of the goods The seller is responsible for the warranty for hidden defects of the good sold if such hidden defects are rendering the good unf...

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Page 176: ...stomer list to distribute marketing and promotional information about BRP and related products To exercise your right to consult or correct your data or to be removed from the ad dressee list for direct marketing please contact BRP By E mail privacyofficer brp com By mail BRP Senior Legal Counsel Privacy Officer 726 St Joseph Valcourt QC Canada J0E 2L0 174 ______________ ...

Page 177: ...anet 13590 Meyreuil France Ingvald Ystgaardsvei 15 N 7484 Trondeim Norway Isoaavantie 7 PL 8040 96101 Rovaniemi Spinnvägen 15 90361 Umeå Sweden Avenue d Ouchy 4 6 1006 Lausanne Switzerland Oceania 6 Lord Street Lakes Business Park Botany NSW 2019 Australia 13B Echelon Place East Tamaki New Zealand 2013 South America Rua James Clerck Maxwell 230 TechnoPark Campinas SP 13069 380 Brazil Asia 21F Shin...

Page 178: ...n case of change of ownership please join a proof that the former owner agreed to the transfer Notifying BRP even after the expiration of the limited warranty is very important as it enables BRP to reach the Product owner if necessary like when safety recalls are initiated It is the owner s responsibility to notify BRP STOLEN UNITS If your personal Product is stolen you should notify BRP or an au ...

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Page 187: ...s a different type of vehicle It requires special skills and knowledge Learn how this product is different BEFOREYOU OPERATE THIS VEHICLE READ THIS OPERATOR S GUIDE ALL ON PRODUCT SAFETY LABELS 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 ridin...

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