Can-Am SPYDER RS Manual

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HOW TO USE THIS OPERATOR'S GUIDE
Congratulations on your purchase of a
new CAN-AM™ Roadster. It is backed
by the Bombardier Recreational
Products Inc. (BRP) warranty and a
network of authorized dealers ready
to provide the parts, service or acces-
sories you may require.
Your dealer is committed to your sat-
isfaction. He has taken training to per-
form the initial set-up and inspection of
your roadster before you took posses-
sion.
At delivery, you were informed of the
warranty coverage and signed the
PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST to ensure
your new vehicle was prepared to your
entire satisfaction.
Know Before you Go
For your safety and the safety of pas-
sengers and bystanders, read the fol-
lowing sections before you operate
the Spyder roadster:
–
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
– VEHICLE INFORMATION
– SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
– PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
Experienced motorcyclists should pay
special attention to the
WHAT'S DIF-
FERENT ABOUT THE SYPDER ROAD-
STER
section.
Safety Messages
The types of safety messages, what
they look like and how they are used in
this guide are explained as follows:
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard, if not
avoided, could result in serious in-
jury or death.
CAUTION Indicates a hazard
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE Indicates an instruction
which, if not followed, could se-
verely damage vehicle components
or other property.
About this 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.
This Operator's Guide is for both the
SM5 (manual transmission) and the
SE5 (semi-automatic transmission)
Spyder roadster models. All text ap-
plies to both except for those items
specified as "SM5 Model" or "SE5
Model".
Keep this Operator's Guide in the front
storage compartment so that you can
refer to it for things such as mainte-
nance, road side repairs and instruct-
ing others.
If you want to view and/or print an ex-
tra copy of your Operator's Guide, sim-
ply visit the following website www.
operatorsguide.brp.com.
The informations contained in this doc-
ument are correct at the time of publi-
cation. BRP, however, maintains a pol-
icy of continuous improvement of its
products without imposing upon itself
any obligation to install them on prod-
ucts previously manufactured. Due
to late changes, some differences be-
tween the manufactured product and
the descriptions and/or specifications
in this guide may occur. BRP reserves
the right at any time to discontinue or
change specifications, designs, fea-
tures, models or equipment without
incurring any obligation upon itself.
This Operator's Guide and the
SAFETY
DVD
should remain with the vehicle
when it's sold.
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HOW TO USE THIS OPERATOR'S GUIDE
Refer to Other Sources of
Information
In addition to reading this Operator's
Guide, you should read the Safety Card
on the vehicle (see also the
SAFETY
CARD
section) and watch the SAFETY
DVD
.
If possible, take a training course
that is specifically designed for the
Spyder roadster. Check our website
at www.can-am.brp.com for more
information about upcoming training
course availability. If you cannot take
a training course specifically designed
for the Spyder roadster, it is a good idea
to take a motorcycle training course,
since some of the skills required are
similar and information about man-
aging risk on the road is taught and
similarly applies to riding your Spyder
roadster.
Acknowledgment
BRP wishes to thank the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation (MSF) for giving per-
mission to BRP to use some of MSF's
material related to street motorcycle
safety found in this Operator's Guide.
The MSF is an internationally recog-
nized not for profit foundation and
is supported by motorcycle manu-
facturers. It provides training, tools
and partnerships to the motorcycle
safety community. Visit its website at
www.msf-usa.org.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
HOWTOUSETHISOPERATOR'SGUIDE........................................ 1
KnowBeforeyouGo............................................................. 1
SafetyMessages................................................................. 1
AboutthisOperator'sGuide .................................................... 1
RefertoOtherSourcesofInformation......................................... 2
Acknowledgment................................................................ 2
GENERALPRECAUTIONS.......................................................... 7
AvoidCarbonMonoxidePoisoning............................................. 7
AvoidGasolineFiresandOtherHazards ....................................... 7
AvoidBurnsfromHotParts ..................................................... 7
AccessoriesandModifications ................................................. 7
VEHICLE INFORMATION
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS ..................................................... 10
PrimaryControls ................................................................ 10
SecondaryControls............................................................. 14
MultifunctionGaugeCluster................................................... 18
BASICPROCEDURES.............................................................. 22
LicensePlateInstallation....................................................... 22
AdjustingMirrors................................................................ 22
LockingtheHandlebar.......................................................... 22
OpeningtheFrontStorageCompartment .................................... 23
OpeningtheSeat................................................................ 23
StartingandStoppingtheEngine.............................................. 24
OperatinginReverse ........................................................... 26
OperatingDuringBreak-In...................................................... 26
Fueling ........................................................................... 27
AdjustingSuspension........................................................... 28
SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WHAT'SDIFFERENTABOUTTHESPYDERROADSTER...................... 32
Stability .......................................................................... 32
ResponsetoRoadConditions.................................................. 32
BrakePedal...................................................................... 32
ParkingBrake.................................................................... 32
Steering.......................................................................... 32
Width............................................................................. 33
Reverse.......................................................................... 33
Driver'sLicenseandLocalLaws............................................... 33
DRIVINGAIDTECHNOLOGIES................................................... 34
Vehicle Stability System (VSS) ................................................. 34
DynamicPowerSteering(DPS)................................................ 35
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
UNDERSTANDINGRISKONTHEROAD........................................ 36
TypeofVehicle .................................................................. 36
Operator Skills and Judgment.................................................. 36
RiderCondition.................................................................. 36
VehicleCondition................................................................ 37
RoadandWeatherConditions ................................................. 37
RIDINGGEAR ....................................................................... 38
Helmets.......................................................................... 38
OtherRidingGear............................................................... 38
REQUIREDRIDINGSKILLSANDPRACTICEEXERCISES..................... 41
ChoosingaPracticeArea....................................................... 41
PreparingtoRide................................................................ 42
RidingPosture................................................................... 42
PracticeExercises(SM5Model)............................................... 42
PracticeExercises(SE5Model)................................................ 51
Developing Advanced Riding Skills ............................................ 58
STREETSTRATEGIES.............................................................. 59
PlanyourTrip .................................................................... 59
DefensiveRiding................................................................ 59
BeingVisible..................................................................... 60
LanePosition.................................................................... 61
CommonRidingSituations..................................................... 61
RoadConditionsandHazards.................................................. 64
On-RoadEmergencies ......................................................... 65
TireFailure ....................................................................... 65
CARRYINGAPASSENGERORCARGO ......................................... 67
WeightLimits.................................................................... 67
OperatingwithExtraWeight................................................... 67
CarryingaPassenger ........................................................... 67
WheretoStoreCargo........................................................... 68
NoTowing ....................................................................... 68
KNOWLEDGESELF-TEST......................................................... 69
Questionnaire ................................................................... 69
Answers ......................................................................... 71
SAFETYINFORMATIONONTHEVEHICLE ..................................... 72
HangTag......................................................................... 72
SafetyCard ...................................................................... 72
SafetyLabels.................................................................... 74
REPORTINGSAFETYDEFECTS .................................................. 76
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
PRE-RIDECHECKLIST.............................................................. 78
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TRANSPORTING AND STORING
TRANSPORTINGTHESPYDERROADSTER.................................... 80
STORINGTHESPYDERROADSTER............................................. 82
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCESCHEDULE...................................................... 84
BREAK-ININSPECTION ........................................................... 87
MAINTENANCEPROCEDURES .................................................. 88
ToolKit ........................................................................... 88
BodyPanels ..................................................................... 88
Tires .............................................................................. 91
DriveBelt ........................................................................ 92
EngineOil........................................................................ 94
EngineOilFilter ................................................................. 96
HCMOilFilter(SE5Model)..................................................... 97
EngineCoolant.................................................................. 98
Brakes............................................................................ 99
Battery ......................................................................... 100
ClutchFluid(SM5Model)..................................................... 101
HeadlightsAiming ............................................................ 102
VehicleCare ................................................................... 102
ROAD SIDE REPAIRS
PROBLEMS........................................................................ 106
WillnotShiftintoFirstGear(SM5Model)................................... 106
WillnotShiftintoNeutral(SE5Model) ...................................... 106
WillnotShift(SE5Model) .................................................... 106
LostKeys ...................................................................... 106
FlatTire......................................................................... 106
DeadBattery................................................................... 106
ElectricalAccessoriesFailure................................................ 107
LightFailure.................................................................... 110
EnginewillnotStart........................................................... 115
MESSAGESINMULTIFUNCTIONGAUGECLUSTER....................... 116
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
VEHICLEIDENTIFICATION...................................................... 120
VehicleIdentificationNumber................................................ 120
EngineIdentificationNumber................................................ 120
EPAComplianceLabel(USA) ................................................ 120
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................. 121
WARRANTY
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY — USA AND CANADA: 2011 Can-Am®SPYDER®
ROADSTER........................................................................ 128
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY OUTSIDE USA AND CANADA: 2011 Can-Am™
SPYDERTM ROADSTER .......................................................... 133
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
PRIVACYINFORMATION........................................................ 140
CHANGEOFADDRESS/OWNERSHIP......................................... 141
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
sion and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas that may be present
even if you do not see or smell any en-
gine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can collect rapidly, and you
can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can linger for hours
or days in enclosed or poorly ventilated
areas. If you experience any symp-
toms of carbon monoxide poisoning,
leave the area immediately, get fresh
air and seek medical treatment.
To prevent serious injury or death from
carbon monoxide:
– Never run the vehicle in poorly ven-
tilated or partially enclosed areas
such as garages, carports or barns.
Even if you try to ventilate engine
exhaust with fans or open windows
and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.
– Never run the vehicle outdoors
where engine exhaust can be drawn
into a building through openings
such as windows and doors.
Avoid Gasoline Fires and
Other Hazards
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive. Fuel vapors can
spread and be ignited by a spark or
flame many feet away from the en-
gine. To reduce the risk of fire or explo-
sion, 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 store fuel.
– Do not carry gasoline containers in
the front storage compartment or
anywhere else on the vehicle.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
injury or death.
– Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
– If you swallow gasoline, get any in
your eye or inhale gasoline vapor,
see your doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on you, wash with
soap and water and change your
clothes.
Avoid Burns from Hot Parts
The exhaust system and engine be-
come hot during operation. Avoid con-
tact during and shortly after operation
to avoid burns.
Accessories and
Modifications
Do not make unauthorized modifica-
tions, or use attachments or acces-
sories that are not approved by BRP.
Since these changes have not been
tested by BRP, they may increase the
risk of crashes on the road or injuries,
and they can make the vehicle illegal
for use on the road.
Unlike most motorcycles, the Spyder
roadster is equipped with a Vehicle Sta-
bility System (VSS), which is calibrated
for the vehicle normal configuration.
VSS may not function properly if the
vehicle is modified, such as changing
weight distribution, wheelbase, tires,
suspension or steering.
See your authorized Can-Am roadster
dealer for available accessories for
your vehicle.
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VEHICLE
INFORMATION
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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
Many controls are similar to the controls of a motorcycle, but some controls are dif-
ferent. It is important to know the location and operation of all controls, and to de-
velop and practice smooth and coordinated use of them. See the
REQUIRED RID-
ING SKILLS AND PRACTICE EXERCISES
.
Primary Controls
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1
6
3
7
2
1
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SM5 MODEL
1Handlebar
2Throttle
3Clutch Lever
4Gearshift Lever
6 Brake Pedal
7Parking Brake Pedal
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1
6
7
2
1
5
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SE5 MODEL
1Handlebar
2Throttle
5Gearshift Selector
6 Brake Pedal
7Parking Brake Pedal
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).
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TO INCREASE SPEED
To decrease engine speed, roll the
throttle as shown (raise your wrist).
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TO DECREASE SPEED
The throttle is spring loaded and should
return to idle when you release your
grip.
3) Clutch Lever (SM5 Model)
The clutch lever is in front of the left
handgrip. The clutch controls the
transmission of power from the en-
gine to the rear wheel. The lever is
squeezed in to disengage power and
eased out to engage power.
Refer to
LEARNING THE FRICTION
ZONE AND BASIC HANDLING
sub-
section for detailed instructions.
Clutch Lever Position Adjustment
The distance between the clutch lever
and handgrip can be adjusted. Adjust
clutch lever position as follows:
1. Hold the clutch lever forward.
2. Turn the adjuster dial to the desired
position.
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CLUTCH LEVER ADJUSTMENT
1. Clutch lever
2. Adjuster dial
4) Gearshift Lever (SM5 Model)
The gearshift lever is in front of the left
footrest.
The gear pattern is Reverse-1-
Neutral-2-3-4-5.
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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
first gear or a half press from second
gear. Refer to the
SHIFTING subsec-
tion for detailed instructions.
To shift into reverse, refer to the
OPER-
ATING IN REVERSE
subsection for de-
tailed instructions.
5) Gearshift Selector (SE5 Model)
The gearshift selector is below the left
handgrip.
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1. Gearshift selector
Press selector forward to upshift. Pull
selector toward you to downshift.
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1. Upshift
2. Downshift
This shifts sequentially from one gear
to the next. Release the selector after
shifting.
To shift through multiple gears, use the
selector multiple times.
To shift into neutral from first gear or
reverse, briefly press or pull the gear
selector. A longer activation will shift
over neutral. Refer to the
SHIFTING
subsection for detailed instructions.
When the gearshift selector is re-
leased, the mechanism resets for the
next shift up or down.
If operator does not downshift when
slowing down and engine RPM drops
below a threshold value, the gearbox
will automatically downshift to the
next available gear.
If the engine is started with the gear-
box in gear, it will automatically shift to
neutral position.
6) Brake Pedal
The brake pedal is in front of the right
footrest. Press it down to operate.
This pedal brakes all three wheels.
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1. Brake pedal
2. Footpeg
7) Parking Brake Pedal
The parking brake pedal is behind the
operator's left footpeg.
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1. Parking brake pedal
With the vehicle stopped, press it
down firmly until it locks to apply the
parking brake. Firmly press the pedal
down a second time to release the
parking brake.
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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.
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Operate the parking brake pedal only while seated on the stopped vehicle.
Secondary Controls
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10
3
4 26 7 1
9
11
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1Ignition switch 7Horn button
2 Engine start button 8 Reverse interlock lever (SM5 model)
3Enginestopswitch 9
Reverse button (SE5 model)
4Hazard warning switch 10 Headlights override button
5Headlights switch 11 Mode (M) button
6 Turn signal button
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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
1) Ignition Switch
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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 handlebar. It controls:
– Engine ignition
– Seat opening mechanism to access:
• Fuel tank cap
• Fuses
• Brake fluid reservoirs
• Battery terminals.
– Front storage compartment open-
ing mechanism
– Steering-lock mechanism.
NOTICE If the key does not turn
easily, do not force it. Pull it out and
reinsert.
WARNING
Ifyouturntheignitionswitchto
OFF, it shuts off the engine and all
the electrical systems including
the VSS , EBD and DPS . If you do
this while the vehicle is moving,
you could lose control and crash.
NOTE: You should receive two keys
with your vehicle. Each key con-
tains a computer chip specifically pre-
programmedtoallowstart
ing the en-
gine. Store the spare key in a safe
place because you must have your
spare key to have another one made by
an authorized Can-Am roadster dealer.
2) Engine Start Button
The engine start button is near the right
handgrip. When depressed and held, it
starts the engine.
Refer to
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE
for detailed instructions.
3) Engine Stop Switch
The engine stop switch is near the
right handgrip. It has two positions and
must be set to the run position before
you can start the engine. It allows you
to stop the engine anytime without re-
moving your hand from the handlebar.
Refer to
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE
for detailed instructions.
4) Hazard Warning Switch
The hazard warning switch is near
the right handgrip. Push the button
tothelefttoturnonthehazardwarn-
ing lights.
5) Headlights Switch
The switch is near the left handgrip,
and is used to select high or low beam
for the headlight. The headlights au-
tomatically turn on when the engine
reaches 800 RPM.
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 the
switch is held.
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1. High beams
2. Low beams
3. Flash high beams
6) Turn Signal Button
The turn signal button is located near
the left handgrip. It turns off automat-
ically after a normal turn, but you may
have to turn it off manually after a shal-
low turn or lane change.
To turn the signal off, press the button
in.
Turn signals will automatically turn off
after 30 seconds while the vehicle is
moving.
7) Horn Button
The horn button is located near the left
handgrip.
8) Reverse Interlock Lever
(SM5 Model)
The reverse interlock lever is located in
front of the left handgrip. Pull it toward
you with your right hand to allow shift-
ing into reverse. Refer to
SHIFTING
INTO REVERSE (SM5 MODEL)
for de-
tailed instructions.
WARNING
Do not use the reverse interlock
lever while riding forward. You
could lose control.
The hazard warning lights flash when
the vehicle is in reverse.
9) Reverse Button (SE5 Model)
The reverse button is located near the
left handgrip.
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1. Reverse button
Push and hold the reverse button
to allow shifting into reverse. Refer
to
SHIFTING INTO REVERSE (SE5
MODEL)
for detailed instructions.
The hazard warning lights flash when
the vehicle is in reverse.
10) Headlight Override
There is a headlight override button on
the front of the right handgrip. Push
and hold the headlight override but-
ton to operate the selected headlights
(low or high beams). This button will
light the high beams even if the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
The button can be used to illuminate
the inside the front storage compart-
ment. The high beams will reflect on
the inside of compartment lid when it
is opened.
11) Mode (M) Button
A MODE (M) button is located on the
front of left multifunction switch. It has
the same functions as the Mode but-
ton on the multifunction gauge, and is
activated using the finger with the left
hand on the handgrip. Refer to
MUL-
TIFUNCTION GAUGE CLUSTER
for a
detailed explanation.
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MODE (M) BUTTON
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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
Multifunction Gauge Cluster
The multifunction gauge cluster includes gauges (speedometer, tachometer, en-
gine temperature, fuel level), indicator lamps and a user selectable digital display.
Description
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1) Analog Speedometer
Measures vehicle speed in kilometers or miles per hour. To change units, refer to
SETTING METRIC/IMPERIAL UNIT .
2) MODE (M) Button
Pressing the MODE (M) button will scroll through the functions of the secondary
digital display.
NOTE: A second MODE (M) button is located on the front of left multifunction
switch. Refer to
MODE (M) BUTTON .
3) SET (S) Button
Pressing the SET (S) button will scroll through the functions of the main digital dis-
play.
4) Analog Tachometer (RPM)
Measures engine revolutions per minute (RPM). Multiply by 1000 to obtain actual
revolutions.
5) Indicator Lamps
Indicator lamps will inform you of various conditions or problems.
An indicator lamp can flash alone or in combination with another lamp.
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