Can-Am SPYDER RT 2022, Operator'S Manual

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58 Safe Operating Instructions
W WH HA AT T''S S D DIIF FF FE ER RE EN NT T F FR RO OM M O OT TH HE ER R V VE EH HIIC CL LE ES S
This section will help you understand
some of the vehicle distinctive fea-
tures and operating characteristics.
S Stta ab biilliittyy
The “Y” configuration of this 3-wheel
vehicle provides greater low-speed
stability than a motorcycle.
However, it is not as stable as a
four-wheeled vehicle such as an auto-
mobile. Driving aid technologies, like
the electronic Vehicle Stability System
(VSS), help maintain stability during
maneuvers, but you can still lose con-
trol, tip or roll the vehicle due to ex-
treme
maneuvers (such as hard
turns), overloading the vehicle or strik-
ing uneven surfaces or objects. In ad-
dition, the operator or passenger can
fall off due to hard turns, acceleration,
braking or impacts.
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C Co on nd diittiio on nss
The road behavior of this vehicle may
be different from other vehicles on the
road. Follow these recommendations.
–
Do not ride off-road or on ice or
snow.
– Avoid puddles and running water.
The vehicle hydroplanes more
easily than a car. If you must go
through water, slow down.
– Slow down on gravel, dirt or sand
covered roads.
– Driving at temperature lower than
5 °C (41 °F) will result in reduced
adherence.
Refer to Street Strategies for detailed
instructions.
B Brra akke e P Pe ed da all
One pedal applies brakes on all three
wheels. There is no hand-operated
brake, and there is no way to brake
front and rear wheels separately.
This vehicle is able to brake and steer
at the same time, much better than a
motorcycle and can stop very quickly.
Be aware of vehicles behind you, they
may not able to stop or react as
quickly.
A An nttii--llo occkk B Brra akkiin ng g S Syysstte em m ((A AB BS S))
The vehicle is equipped with an Anti--
lock Braking System (ABS) as part of
the Vehicle Stability System (VSS).
This system helps to maintain the
steering control during an emergency
braking
situation by keeping the
brakes from locking.
P Pa arrkkiin ng g B Brra akke e
The parking brake mechanically
brakes the rear wheel only, and it
locks in place when engaged. It is not
controlled by driving aid technologies
(e.g., Anti-lock Braking System (ABS),
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)).
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D Diirre ecctt S Stte ee erriin ng g
To take a turn, always steer the han-
dlebar in the direction of the turn.
Motorcyclists - Do not countersteer as
you do with a motorcycle. Unlike a
motorcycle, this 3-wheel vehicle can-
not lean while turning. You must re-
learn how to turn. Practice the turns at
different
speeds until you are
proficient.
S Siid de ew wa ayyss F Fo orrcce ess iin n T Tu urrn nss
Unlike a motorcycle, this vehicle can-
not lean while turning. You will feel
sideways forces pushing you to the
outside of the turn.
To maintain balance, the operator and
passenger must hold back with their
both hands and keep their feet firmly
planted on the footpegs.
In tight turns, it may help to lean your
upper body forward and toward the in-
side of the turn.