Can-Am Spyder RT 2018 Operator's Manual

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SPYDER RT2018

OPERATOR’S

GUIDE

2018

ROADSTER

Includes Safety, Vehicle

and Maintenance

Information

SPYDER

and watch the safety video on :

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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.

The Spyder roadster is a different type of vehicle-

it requires special skills and knowledge.

Learn how the Spyder roadster 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), 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.

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

WARNING:

Operating, servicing and maintaining a

passenger

vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine

exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are

known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure,

avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except

as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated

area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently

when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to

www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/passenger-vehicle.

In Canada, products are distributed by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.

In USA, products are distributed by BRP US Inc.

This is a non-exhaustive list of trademarks that are the property of Bombardier

Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates:

Can-Am

Rotax

Spyder

XPS™

RT™

BRP Connect™

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 iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has

been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple

is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety

and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or

iPhone may affect wireless performance. Apple App Store is a service mark of

Apple Inc.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the

Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Google Play Store is a registered trademark of Google Inc.

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®™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bomba rdier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

WARNING:

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger

vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/passenger-vehicle.

In Canada, products are distributed by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. In USA, products are distributed by BRP US Inc. This is a non-exhaustive list of trademarks that are the property of Bombardier

Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates:

Can-Am

Rotax

Spyder

XPS™

RT™

BRP Connect™

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 iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance. Apple App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Google Play Store is a registered trademark of Google Inc.

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Congratulations on your purchase of a new Can-Am

Spyder®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 accessories you may require.

Your dealer is committed to your satisfaction. He has taken training to perform the initial set-up and inspection of your roadster before you took possession.

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 passengers and bystanders, read the following 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 DIFFERENT ABOUT THE SPYDER ROADSTER

subsection.

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FOREWORD

Safety Messages

The types of safety messages, what they look like and how they are used in this guide are explained as follows:

The safety alert symbol

indicates

a potential injury hazard.

WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard, if not avoided, could result in serious injury 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 severely 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 application 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 maintenance, troubleshooting and instructing others.

If you want to view and/or print an extra copy of your Operator's Guide, simply visit the following website www. operatorsguide.brp.com.

The informations contained in this document are correct at the time of publication. BRP, however, maintains a policy 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 between 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, features, models or equipment without incurring any obligation upon itself.

This Operator's Guide should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

Refer to Other Sources of Information

In addition to reading this Operator's Guide, you should read the Safety Card on the vehicle and watch the video located at: https://can-am.brp.com/spyder/owners/safety/safety-information.html

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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 managing 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 permission to BRP to use their material related to street motorcycle safety found in this Operator's Guide.

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FOREWORD

The MSF is an internationally recognized not for profit foundation and is supported by motorcycle manufacturers. 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

FOREWORD .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . 1

Know Before you Go . . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . 1

Safety Messages. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . 2

About this Operator's Guide .. . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . . 2

Refer to Other Sources of Information . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . 2

Acknowledgment . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . 2

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS. . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 9

Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . 9

Avoid Gasoline Fires and Other Hazards .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. 9

Avoid Burns from Hot Parts .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . .. 9

Accessories and Modifications .. . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 9

VEHICLE INFORMATION

PRIMARY CONTROLS .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 12

1) Handlebar . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 13

2) Throttle . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . 13

3) Clutch Lever (SM6 Model) . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 14

4) Gearshift Lever (SM6 Model).. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . . 14

5) Gearshift Selector (SE6 Model) .. . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 15

6) Brake Pedal . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... 15

7) Parking Brake Button. ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . 16

SECONDARY CONTROLS . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . ... . 18

1) Ignition Switch. . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . . 19

2) Engine Start Button . . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 19

3) Engine Stop Switch . . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 20

4) Hazard Warning Switch .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... 20

5) Cruise Control Switch ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 20

6) Headlight Switch .... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 22

7) Turn Signal Button . . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . 23

8) Horn Button .. . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. 24

9) Windshield Adjustment Button .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 24

10) RECC (Roadster Electronic Command Center). . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 24

11) Reverse Button . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 25

12) BRP Connect Button... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 25

13) Switch Cluster. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . 26

PASSENGER CONTROLS . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 28

Passenger Heated Grip Switch . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... 28

Passenger Audio Controls . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . . 28

MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. 30

Basic Functions .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 30

Settings .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 31

Menu . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 32

EQUIPMENT. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 34

Mirrors .. . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . . 34

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EQUIPMENT (cont’d)

Front Storage Compartment . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . 35

Seat .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 35

Storage Compartments .. . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 36

Helmet . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 38

Tool Kit . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 38

Operator's Guide . . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 38

Body Panels . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . 39

BASIC PROCEDURES .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . ... . . . 44

Adjusting the Passenger Footrest . . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 44

Starting and Stopping the Engine . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 44

Operating in Reverse . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. 46

Operation During Break-In. .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . . 46

Fueling .. . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . . 47

Adjusting Suspension.. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... 48

Using the Audio in Jack ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . 49

SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WHAT'S DIFFERENT ABOUT THE SPYDER ROADSTER .. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 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 Conditions .. ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . 57

RIDING GEAR . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. 58

Helmets . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 58

Other Riding Gear . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 58

REQUIRED RIDING SKILLS AND PRACTICE EXERCISES . . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 61

Choosing a Practice Area .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 61

Preparing to Ride . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . 62

Riding Posture ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . 62

Practice Exercises (SM6 Model) ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 62

Practice Exercises (SE6 Model) . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 71

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REQUIRED RIDING SKILLS AND PRACTICE EXERCISES (cont’d)

Developing Advanced Riding Skills . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 78

STREET STRATEGIES.. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 79

Plan your Trip .... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 79

Defensive Riding . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . 79

Being Visible . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . . 80

Lane Position .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. 81

Common Riding Situations .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . . 82

Road Conditions and Hazards . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . 84

On-Road Emergencies .. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . . 85

Tire Failure .. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . . 86

CARRYING A PASSENGER, CARGO OR TOWING A TRAILER . . . .. . . . .. . . ... 87

Weight Limits. .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . . 87

Operating with Extra Weight . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 87

Carrying a Passenger . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. 87

Where to Store Cargo. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 88

Towing a Trailer . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. 89

KNOWLEDGE SELF-TEST . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . 92

Questionnaire .. .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 92

Answers . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . 94

SAFETY INFORMATION ON THE VEHICLE .. . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . . 95

Hang Tag . . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 95

Safety Card .. . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . 96

Safety Labels (All models except European models). . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . 97

Safety Labels (European models) .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. 101

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS .. ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . 105

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST.. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 108

Before Starting the Vehicle, Inspect the Following: . . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . .. 108

Turn Ignition Key to the ON Position: . . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . 109

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . . 112

FIRST INSPECTION. . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . 115

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .. . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 116

Engine Oil . . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . 116

Air Filter .. . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 119

Engine Coolant . . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 120

Radiator Fans . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . 121

Clutch Fluid (SM6 Model)... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . 122

Battery .. . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 123

Drive Belt ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 124

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (cont’d)

Wheels and Tires . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 126

Brakes. . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . . 127

Headlights . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 128

VEHICLE CARE ... . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . . 133

Vehicle Cleaning. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 133

Vehicle Protection . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . . 133

STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 134

Storage. .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . . 134

Preseason Preparation .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 134

ROAD SIDE REPAIRS

DIAGNOSTIC GUIDELINES . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 136

Will not Shift into First Gear (SM6 Model).. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... 136

Will not Shift into Neutral (SE6 Model) .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . 136

Will not Shift (SE6 Model) . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 136

Engine Does Not Start . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. 136

MESSAGES IN MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . 138

WHAT TO DO IN THE FOLLOWING CIRCUMSTANCES .. . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . 140

Lost Keys .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 140

Cannot Open the Side Storage Compartment . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . 140

Flat Tire. .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. 140

Dead Battery. . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 141

HOW TO REPLACE FUSES AND LIGHTS. ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 142

Fuses. . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. 142

Lights. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . . 144

TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE .. . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . 152

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 156

Vehicle Identification Number. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 156

Engine Identification Number . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . 156

EPA Compliance Label. . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. 157

NOISE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM REGULATION . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . . 158

RADIO FREQUENCY DIGITALLY ENCODED SECURITY SYSTEM (RF D.E.S.S.

KEY) . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 159

RADIO FREQUENCY MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 160

SPECIFICATIONS .. . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . 161

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WARRANTY

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY — USA AND CANADA: 2018 Can-Am®SPYDER

ROADSTER . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... 168

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY OUTSIDE USA AND CANADA: 2018 Can-Am

SPYDER®ROADSTER .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 176

CUSTOMER INFORMATION

PRIVACY INFORMATION . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... 182

CONTACT US. . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. 183

North America .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 183

Europe . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . 183

Oceania .. .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . 183

South America.. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 183

Asia. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. 183

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP. .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . .. . . . .. 184

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and eventually death.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that may be present even if you do not see or smell any engine 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 symptoms 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 engine. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, follow these instructions:

– Refuel outdoors in a well ventilated

area away from flames, sparks, lit cigarettes 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, oil and cooling systems, and engine become hot during operation. Avoid contact during and shortly after operation to avoid burns.

Accessories and Modifications

Do not make unauthorized modifications, or use attachments or accessories 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 Stability 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, brakes 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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PRIMARY CONTROLS

It is important to know the location and operation of all controls, and to develop and practice smooth and coordinated use of them.

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TYPICAL — SM6 MODEL

Handlebar

2 Throttle

Clutch Lever

Gearshift Lever

6 Brake Pedal

Parking Brake Button

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TYPICAL — SE6 MODEL

Handlebar

2 Throttle

Gearshift Selector

6 Brake Pedal

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 engine speed, roll the throttle as shown (lower your wrist).

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TO INCREASE SPEED

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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.

NOTE: This vehicle is equipped with an ETC (Electronic Throttle Control). The throttle plates in the throttle body are controlled electronically and can be opened or closed irrespective of the throttle twist grip position when necessary. It may happen that when you accelerate, the VSS (Vehicle Stability System) prevents engine acceleration in order to maintain vehicle stability. Then, when the vehicle is stabilized, the engine RPM would increase as requested if the throttle was maintained. This would be felt as a "delayed" acceleration.

3) Clutch Lever (SM6 Model)

The clutch lever is in front of the left handgrip. The clutch controls the transmission of power from the engine to the rear wheel. The lever is squeezed in to disengage power and eased out to engage power.

Clutch Lever Position Adjustment

The distance between the clutch lever and handgrip can be adjusted from position 1 (greatest distance) to position 4 (smallest distance).

1. Push the clutch lever forward to release the adjuster dial. Hold in position.

2. Turn the adjuster dial to the desired position aligning the dial number with the dot on the lever.

3. Release the clutch lever.

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CLUTCH LEVER ADJUSTMENT

1. Clutch lever

2. Adjuster dial

3. Dot

4) Gearshift Lever

(SM6 Model)

The gearshift lever is in front of the left footrest.

The gear pattern is Reverse-1-Neutral2-3-4-5-6.

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TYPICAL

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Lift or press fully to move sequentially 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.

NOTE: To shift from neutral to first gear, press the brake and shift up.

To shift into reverse, refer to

OPER-

ATING IN REVERSE

BASIC PROCE-

DURES

for detailed instructions.

5) Gearshift Selector (SE6 Model)

The gearshift selector is below the left handgrip.

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TYPICAL

1. Gearshift selector

The gear pattern is Reverse-Neutral-1-2-3-4-5-6.

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.

NOTE: To shift out of reverse into 1st gear, press the brake pedal and shift up.

NOTE: To shift from neutral to first gear, press the brake pedal and shift up.

When the gearshift selector is released, 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 gearbox 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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SM6 Models and SE6 Base Model

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1. Brake pedal

2. Footrest

NOTE: When riding, make sure not to lean your foot on brake pedal. Otherwise, the engine management will activate the limp home mode to protect the braking system.

RT Limited SE6 Models

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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 until it clicks and test the braking system.

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LOWERED FLOORBOARD

1. Floorboard

If this condition persists or if you find any braking system problems, refer to an authorized Can-Am Spyder roadster dealer.

7) Parking Brake Button

The parking brake button is located on the LH grip. It allows to engage or release the electric parking brake.

On SE6 models, there will be a 20 second beep sound when stopping the engine while the parking brake is not engaged.

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1. Parking brake button

NOTE: To apply or release the parking brake, the ignition key must be turned ON.

NOTE: The battery voltage must be at 11 V minimum to activate the parking brake. If voltage is below 11 V, the parking brake indicator lamp will turn ON and the cluster will display a parking brake failure message.

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Applying Parking Brake

With the vehicle stopped, press button to apply the parking brake. The brake indicator lamp will flash.

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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. Hold the clutch (on SM6 model) and rock the vehicle back and forth.

Releasing Parking Brake

To release parking brake, press button and make sure brake indicator lamp turns OFF.

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1. Press button

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SECONDARY CONTROLS

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TYPICAL

Ignition switch 8 Horn button

2 Engine start button 9 Windshield adjustment button

3 Engine stop switch 10

RECC (Roadster Electronic Command Center)

Hazard warning switch

Reverse button

Cruise control switch

BRP Connect button

6 Headlight switch 13

Switch cluster

Turn signal button

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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/glove box 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

• Brake fluid reservoirs

– Front storage compartment open-

ing mechanism to access:

• Operator's guide

• Fuses

• Battery terminals.

– Steering/glove box lock mecha-

nism.

NOTICE

If the key does not turn easily, do not force it. Pull it out and reinsert.

WARNING

If you turn the ignition switch to OFF, it shuts off the engine and all the electrical systems including the VSS and DPS. If you do this while the vehicle is moving, you could lose control and crash.

Two keys are provided with your vehicle. Each Spyder key contains a transponder chip specifically pre-programmed that is read via radio frequency by the immobilizer system to allow starting the engine. The

Spyder keys do not contain batteries. 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 immobilizer system failing to read the key, refer to the

DIAGNOSTIC GUIDELINES

. 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 Spyder roadster dealer.

NOTE: A key barrel is supplied in the glove box to use with the BRP optional trailer. This allows to use the vehicle key for the trailer.

Ignition Function

OFF

The key can be inserted or removed in this position.

In the OFF position, the electrical system of the vehicle is disabled.

The engine is shut down by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position.

When the key is turned to this position, the electrical system of the vehicle is activated.

The gauge should wake-up. The vehicle lights are turned on. The engine can be started.

2) Engine Start Button

The engine start button is near the right handgrip.

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1. Engine start button

When depressed and held, it starts the engine.

3) Engine Stop Switch

The engine stop switch is near the right handgrip.

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1. Engine stop switch

The switch 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 removing your hand from the handlebar.

4) Hazard Warning Switch

The hazard warning switch is near the right handgrip.

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1. Hazard warning switch

Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights.

5) Cruise Control Switch

The cruise control switch is near the right handgrip.

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1. Cruise control switch

The switch is a multifunction switch. It allows to activate, set and stop the function of the cruise control.

Cruise Control

WARNING

It is not recommended to use the cruise control when towing a trailer.

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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 conditions such as the wind, going downhill or uphill.

The cruise control is designed to be used for prolonged drives on low traffic highways. Never ride the vehicle with the cruise control activated in city streets, winding roads, in adverse weather or in any circumstances when you need the throttle control.

Cruise Control Limitations

The cruise control is not an automatic pilot, it will not drive the vehicle.

The cruise control is not aware of what is going on the road and it does not steer or apply the brakes for you.

WARNING

Improper use of the cruise control can lead the vehicle to a loss of control.

Setting the Cruise Control

To use the cruise control, the vehicle speed must be above approximately 40 km/h (25 MPH).

Turn the cruise control to ON by sliding the cruise control button to the right.

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1. Slide button to the right

NOTE: The cruise control status will light in gray in the digital display.

Bring the vehicle at the speed you want to maintain then press the cruise button downward to SET the speed.

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1. Push button downward to SET

NOTE: The cruise control status will light in green in the digital display.

You can now release the throttle.

WARNING

Always keep both hands on the handlebar while riding. Otherwise, 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 control has been set, the speed setting may be increased or reduced by pushing the button UP or DOWN. Each press of the button will change the speed setting by increments of 1.6 km/h (1 MPH). Holding the button will change the speed setting until released or the operating limit has been reached.

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CRUISE CONTROL PREVIOUSLY SET

1. Push up button to increase the speed setting

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CRUISE CONTROL PREVIOUSLY SET

1. Push down button to reduce the speed setting

Cancelling the Cruise Control

Any of the following event will cancel the cruise control.

– Pressing the brake pedal. – Squeezing the clutch lever or if

clutch slippage occurs (SM6 models).

– Gear change (SE6 model). – Any vehicle stability system inter-

vention.

Resuming the Cruise Control

If the cruise control was cancelled and the cruise control switch is still at the ON position, the cruise control operation can be resumed by pushing the cruise control button up. The cruise control will then recover the previous set speed.

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CRUISE CONTROL PREVIOUSLY CANCELLED

1. Push up button to RESUME

NOTE: The cruise control status will show CRUISE SET in the digital display.

Stopping the Cruise Control

To completely stop the cruise control operation, slide the cruise control button to the left.

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1. Slide button to OFF

NOTE: The CRUISE ON status will disappear in the digital display.

6) Headlight Switch

Headlights

The switch is near the left handgrip.

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TYPICAL

1. Headlight switch

The switch is used to select high or low beam for the headlight. The headlights automatically turn on when the engine reaches 800 RPM and turn off after approximately 20 seconds when engine has been stopped.

To select high beams, push the switch to the front position. To select low beams, push the switch to the back position.

To flash the high beams, press the switch to the down position, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold down the switch.

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TYPICAL

1. High beams

2. Low beams

3. Flash high beams

7) Turn Signal Button

Left side turn signal

Right side turn signal

The turn signal button is located near the left handgrip.

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TYPICAL

1. Turn signal button

The turn signal button turns off automatically 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 seconds while the vehicle is moving.

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8) Horn Button

The horn button is located near the left handgrip.

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TYPICAL

1. Horn button

9) Windshield Adjustment

Button

The windshield adjustment button is located near the left handgrip.

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TYPICAL

1. Windshield adjustment button

The button allows to raise or lower the height of the windshield to your convenience.

CAUTION Ensure there is no object or anyone hand in the windshield area before adjusting the windshield height. It could damage the vehicle or cause injuries.

NOTE: Engine must be turned on to

adjust the windshield.

To raise the windshield, press the button (+ sign). Release the button when the desired height is reached.

To lower the windshield, press the button (- sign). Release the button when the desired height is reached.

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TYPICAL

1. To raise windshield

2. To lower windshield

10) RECC (Roadster Electronic Command Center)

The RECC is located near the left handgrip.

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TYPICAL

1. RECC

The RECC is a multifunction switch, it allows the control of numerous functions of the multifunction gauge.

NOTE: Inputs given to the RECC may be halted for a short delay as the vehicle electronic modules prioritize vehicle main functions. This should not be considered a malfunction.

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SECONDARY CONTROLS

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RECC AND PARKING BRAKE BUTTONS

MODE button: activates or deactivates ECO mode

PARKING BRAKE button: activates or deactivates the PARKING BRAKE

JOYSTICK button: Used to navigate through menus by going up / down / left / right. Quick press then release: Enter function.

WARNING

Using the RECC while driving can distract the driver from operating the vehicle. Always use buttons with caution and always keep your eyes on the road.

Audio Control

To turn the radio ON, push the JOYSTICK 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 vol CTRL

Push the JOYSTICK DOWN and hold it more than one second. The audio volume will mute.

From the mute setting, pushing the UP button will reset the audio volume to its last setting.

11) Reverse Button

The reverse button is located on top of the left handlebar housing.

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TYPICAL

1. Reverse button

Push and hold the reverse button to allow shifting into reverse. Refer to

OP-

ERATING IN REVERSE

BASIC PRO-

CEDURES

for detailed instructions.

The backup lights turn on when the vehicle is in reverse.

12) BRP Connect Button

The BRP Connect button is located on the left handlebar housing facing the clutch lever.

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1. PTT button

The BRP Connect button is used for quick access to BRP Connect. Each click will swap between apps view and functions view of the multifunction gauge.

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13) Switch Cluster

The switch cluster is located above the glove box. It gives control of numerous electrical accessories.

NOTE: The switch cluster is operational only when the engine is running and the battery voltage is over 11 Vdc.

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1. Driver's heated grip switch

2. Fog light switch (option package)

Driver's Heated Grip Switch

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1. Heated grip switch

The heated grip switch allows to turn on and off the heated grips and to control the heating intensity.

For minimum heat, press the LO intensity side of the switch.

For maximum heat, press the HI intensity side of the switch.

To select the OFF position, set the switch to the middle position.

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1. HI intensity

2. LO intensity

3. OFF (middle position)

NOTE: The heated grips will automatically turn off when ignition key is turned to OFF.

Fog Light Switch (Option Package)

All models except European models, Japan, and Australia

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1. Fog light switch

Press on the switch icon to turn on the fog lights.

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1. Press here to turn on

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Press the switch to the opposite icon side to turn off the fog lights.

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1. Press here to turn off

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PASSENGER CONTROLS

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1. Passenger Heated Grip Switch

2. Passenger Audio Control (option)

Passenger Heated Grip Switch

The heated grip switch is located near the left passenger grip.

The heated grip switch allows to turn on and off the heated grips and to control the heating intensity.

For minimum heat, press the LO intensity button.

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1. LO intensity button

2. LO intensity indicator

For maximum heat, press the HI intensity button.

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1. HI intensity button (both lights 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.

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1. LEFT/RIGHT buttons

2. UP/DOWN buttons

The passenger audio controls are a replicate of the front joystick Up/Down/Left/Right. It will allow to change the volume level and song/channel when the cluster is set to audio screen.

The radio preset station or the song in an iPod mobile digital device can be changed using the LEFT/RIGHT buttons.

For additional information on audio functions, refer to

AUDIO CONTROLS

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PASSENGER CONTROLS

WARNING

Reading or tempering with the multifunction gauge can distract you from the operation of the vehicle, particularly from constantly scanning the environment. Always pay attention to road conditions, 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.

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MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE

Basic Functions

Twin 4.3 inch Full Color LCD Display

General View

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Multifunction Display

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Left Lateral Display

Left2

The left lateral display includes:

– Fuel level indicator – Speedometer – Tripmeter – Cruise control – Gear indicator – Clock – Engine temperature – Driving modes – Warning pop-up

Right Lateral Display

Rightscreen2

The right lateral display includes:

– Tachometer – Audio volume – Radio station pre-set – Menu

• BRP connect

• Phone

• Statistics

• Audio

• Settings

Navigating in the Digital Display

WARNING

The multifunction gauge includes analog gauges (speedometer and tachometer), indicator lamps and an infotainment center with a digital screen.

We recommend you practice selecting some functions on the infotainment center before getting on the road. You will get used to them and they will be easier to use on the road.

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MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE

Use the RECC (Roadster Electronic Command Center) to control the display functions. Refer to

RECC (ROADSTER ELECTRONIC COMMAND CENTER)

SECONDARY CONTROLS

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1. RECC

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, its related screen will appear.

Radio_a (1)

When an item is selected, this sets the item to the current value.

Indicator Lamps

Warning and Telltale Lights

Warning and telltale lights

WARNING AND TELLTALE LIGHTS

RED - The engine temperature

is too high.

RED - The battery level is low.

RED - Low oil pressure

ORANGE - Low fuel level

ORANGE - Check engine

ORANGE - Vehicle Malfunction

ORANGE - ABS

RED - Brake

Icons and Indicators

WARNING AND TELLTALE LIGHTS

Smartphone Network

connection

Bluetooth device

Smartphone battery

level indicator

Helmet pairing indicator

Fuel indicator

Temperature indicator

Cruise control indicator

Settings

Menu Switches

Use the RECC to control of numerous functions of the multifunction gauge.

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MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE

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1. RECC

Use the BRP Connect button for quick access to BRP Connect. Each click will swap between apps view and functions view of the multifunction gauge.

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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 App Store or Google Play Store via a simple search. Not all phones are compatible.

NOTE: Refer to the Can-Am Spyder's web site (www.spyder.brp.com/) for further details.

A variety of smartphone app are compatible with BRP Connect. Compatible apps within the BRP Connect or on the BRP Connect web page through the Can-Am Spyder's web site (www.spyder.brp.com/). The availability of apps is subject to change.

NOTE: The smartphone must be connected via Bluetooth and with a USB cable to the USB port located in the front storage compartment.

Phone

Phone_a

The phone menu is to access:

– The phone history – The phone contact list

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

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MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE

Audio

Radio_a (1)

The phone Audio menu is to:

– Adjust the configuration of:

• Auto presets

• Auto volume control

• Equalizer

• Fade/Balance

• Audio output – Access FM source audio – Access Bluetooth Audio Player – Access Aux Audio Player

Settings

Settings_a

The Settings menu is to:

– Adjust clock – Pair Bluetooth devices

• Phone

• Driver headset

• Passenger headset – Adjust the display brightness – Adjust the units (Imperial/Metric) – Set the language – Get the version

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EQUIPMENT

Mirrors

Adjusting Mirrors

Press the mirror at the points shown below to adjust its position in the four directions.

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MIRROR ADJUSTMENT POINTS

Glove Box

Locking the Handlebar/Glove Box

To lock the steering mechanism and the glove box:

1. Insert key in ignition switch.

2. Rotate the handlebar all the way to the right or to the left.

3. Turn the key 1/4 turn counterclockwise to the steering lock position then remove key.

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KEY POSITION TO LOCK HANDLEBAR

1. Turn key 1/4 turn

Opening the Glove Box

First ensure steering is not locked to allow glove box opening.

Push on the lower end of glove box to release it.

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1. Push here to release

Open cover. When done, close cover then push on

the lower end of glove box to latch it.

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1. Push here to latch

Always latch the glove box after usage. NOTE: The glove box will be automati-

cally locked when locking the steering.

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Front Storage Compartment

Opening the Front Storage Compartment

1. Insert key in ignition switch.

2. Push and turn the key 1/4 turn coun-

terclockwise to the front storage compartment position and hold while lifting cover.

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KEY POSITION TO OPEN FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENT

1. Push key

2. Turn key 1/4 turn

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OPENED

Seat

The operator seat is equipped with a provision to install the operator seat backrest (available in option).

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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 clockwise to the seat opening position and hold while lifting seat.

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KEY POSITION TO OPEN SEAT

1. Push key

2. Turn key 1/4 turn

NOTICE

Do not force the seat past the maximum opening angle or it may break.

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1. Maximum opening of seat

Storage Compartments

Opening the Side Storage Compartments

The side storage compartment latches are located at the rear of vehicle.

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1. Latch for the left side storage compartment

2. Latch for the right side storage compartment

If locked, use the ignition key and unlock all the latches at the same time by turning key counterclockwise.

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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.

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1. Opening the left cover

The chosen storage compartment cover will open.

NOTE: Be aware that objects may have moved while riding. Pay attention not to drop objects while opening the cover.

Always latch the cover after usage. When finished, lock the latches if de-

sired. Turn key clockwise.

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1. Turn clockwise to lock

NOTICE

Never ride the vehicle

with any cover open.

Closing the Side Storage Compartments

Lift slowly the side storage compartment cover to let air flow out.

Bring the cover at closing position. Put your hand in the center of the cover

then push to lock.

Opening the Top Storage Compartment

The top storage compartment latch is located at the rear of vehicle.

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1. Latch for the top storage compartment

If locked, use the ignition key and unlock all the latches at the same time by turning key counterclockwise.

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1. Turn counterclockwise to unlock

Pull the latch.

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1. Opening the top cover

Open the storage compartment cover. Always latch the cover after usage. When finished, lock the latches if de-

sired. Turn key clockwise.

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1. Turn clockwise to lock

NOTICE

Never ride the vehicle with the cover open.

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EQUIPMENT

Closing the Top Storage Compartment

Bring the cover at closing position. Put your hand in the center of the cover

then push to lock.

Helmet

Securing a Helmet

Two helmet hooks are provided under the seat to secure a helmet.

Open seat.

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1. RH 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.

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TYPICAL

1. Operator's guide

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EQUIPMENT

Body Panels

The body panels on the vehicle can be removed for maintenance.

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LEFT HAND SIDE PANELS

1. Side panel

2. Top side panel

3. Rear side panel

4. Bottom front side panel

5. Bottom rear side panel

Side Panel

Removal

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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.

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Installation

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INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

Reinstall side panel in the reverse order of the removal.

Top Side Panel

Removal

1. Open seat.

2. Open front storage compartment.

3. Remove side panel.

4. Remove retaining screws from lower wind deflector.

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1. Retaining screws 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.

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Step 1: Push towards the rear Step 2: Push up

6. Remove upper retaining screws from top side panel.

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1. Upper retaining screws

7. Remove rear retaining screw from top side panel.

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1. Rear retaining screw

8. Remove left service cover by removing plastic rivet.

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1. Left service cover

2. Plastic rivet

9. Remove front retaining screw from top side panel.

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1. Front retaining screw

10. Remove lower retaining screws of

top panel.

11. Remove top side panel by lifting it

upwards.

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1. Top side panel

NOTE: There are two esthetic screws on the top side panel 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.

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1. Front retaining screw

2. Upper retaining screw

5. Remove front plastic rivet from rear side panel.

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1. Front plastic rivet

6. Open side storage compartment cover.

7. Remove rear retaining screws from rear side panel.

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1. Rear retaining screws

8. Remove top retaining screw of rear side panel.

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1. Top retaining screw

9. Remove rear side panel from vehicle.

Installation

Reinstall rear side panel in the reverse order of the removal.

Bottom Front Side Panel

Removal

1. Remove side panel.

2. Remove upper retaining screw from panel.

3. Remove upper plastic rivet from panel.

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1. Upper retaining screw

2. Upper plastic rivet

4. Remove the 2 bottom plastic rivets from the panel.

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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

Removal of Bottom Rear RH Side Panel

1. Remove middle side panel.

2. Remove top side panel.

3. Remove rear RH side panel.

4. Remove bottom front side panel.

5. Remove bolt and nut from bottom rear RH side panel.

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1. Front retaining nut

6. Remove retaining screws from bottom rear RH side panel.

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1. Retaining screws

7. Remove bottom rear RH side panel from vehicle.

Removal of Bottom Rear LH Side Panel

1. Remove middle side panel.

2. Remove top side panel.

3. Remove rear LH side panel.

4. Remove bottom front side panel.

5. Remove bottom retaining screw from bottom rear LH side panel.

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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 inserted between the bracket and aluminium support.

Installation

Reinstall bottom rear side panels in the reverse order of the removal.

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Adjusting the Passenger Footrest

For the passenger's comfort, its footrest height can be adjusted.

Flip the footrest upward. Turn the retaining screw counterclock-

wise with a wrench (stored in the tool kit) to loosen the screw.

NOTE: Do not completely unscrew the retaining screw to adjust the footrest. Unscrew only until you can disengage the footrest from the slots.

Raise or lower the footrest to your convenience.

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1. Retaining screw

When finished, tighten retaining screw clockwise.

Flip the footrest downward.

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Starting the Engine

WARNING

Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide that can rapidly accumulate in an enclosed or poorly ventilated area. If inhaled, it can cause serious injury or death. Only run the engine in an unenclosed, well ventilated area. See the

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

sec-

tion.

SM6 Model

1. Push down and hold the brake pedal.

2. Turn the key to ON.

NOTICE

Do not apply throttle while electrical system is initializing.

3. Refer to the Safety Card as needed

to prepare yourself, your passenger and the vehicle, then press the MODE button to allow engine starting.

4. Set the engine stop switch to the

RUN/ON position.

5. Pull in and hold the clutch lever.

6. Shift into NEUTRAL. Check the mul-

tifunction gauge to be sure you are in neutral.

7. Press and hold the engine start but-

ton until the engine starts. Do not hold the start button for more than 15 seconds. If it does not start, release the button and wait 30 seconds to let the starter cool down before trying again.

NOTICE

Do not apply throttle while starting the engine.

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8. Check the display for problems and to ensure that the oil light turns off.

9. Release the parking brake. Make sure the brake indicator lamp on the multifunction gauge is off.

SE6 Model

NOTE: The SE6 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 initializing.

3. Refer to the Safety Card as needed

to prepare yourself, your passenger and the vehicle, then press the MODE button to allow engine starting.

4. Set the engine stop switch to the

RUN/ON position.

5. Press and hold the engine start but-

ton until the engine starts. Do not hold the start button for more than 15 seconds. If it does not start, release the button and wait 30 seconds to let the starter cool down before trying again.

NOTICE

Do not apply throttle while starting the engine.

6. Check the display for problems and

to ensure that the oil light turns off.

7. Release the parking brake. Make

sure the brake indicator lamp on the multifunction gauge is off.

Stopping the Engine

SM6 Model

1. Shift into first gear.

2. Set the engine stop switch to OFF.

3. Engage the parking brake. The brake indicator lamp will flash.

4. Turn the key to OFF.

5. Before dismounting, check that the parking brake is fully engaged. Hold the clutch and rock the vehicle back and forth.

WARNING

Always engage the parking brake. The vehicle can roll if the parking brake is not engaged and the transmission is in neutral.

SE6 Model

1. Shift into neutral.

2. Set the engine stop switch to OFF.

3. Engage the parking brake. The brake indicator lamp will flash.

4. Turn the key to OFF.

NOTE: If the parking brake is not engaged while the key is OFF, the parking brake indicator lamp will flash and a beeper will sound.

5. Before dismounting, check that the parking brake is fully engaged. Rock the vehicle back and forth.

WARNING

Always engage the parking brake. The vehicle can roll if the parking brake is not engaged, regardless of what gear it is in. The clutch is always disengaged when the vehicle is stopped, so the transmission will not hold the vehicle in place.

All Models

This vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Throttle Control (ETC).

Pushing the Vehicle

NOTE: Before pushing the vehicle, ensure the ignition key is in the ON position.

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CAUTION Avoid pushing the vehicle on a slope. If you must push the vehicle on a slope, take extra care to stay within reach of the brake pedal in case the vehicle starts to roll.

To move the vehicle a short distance without starting the engine:

1. While seated on the vehicle, push

down and hold the brake pedal.

2. Shift the transmission into NEU-

TRAL (SM6 model).

3. Disengage the parking brake.

4. Dismount on the right side of the ve-

hicle, keeping your foot on the brake pedal.

5. 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 the front wheel does not roll over your feet.

6. Remount the vehicle and park as

specified above.

Operating in Reverse

For safe operation in reverse, refer to

SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

section.

Shifting Into Reverse (SM6 Model)

1. With engine running, shift into first

gear.

2. Hold in the clutch lever.

3. Press and hold the reverse button.

4. Step down on the shift lever one

stroke.

5. Release the reverse button and

check that the letter "R" flashes on the multifunction gauge and the backup lights turn on.

Shifting Into Reverse (SE6 Model)

1. With engine running, the roadster stopped, and the brake depressed, shift into first gear or neutral.

2. Press and hold the reverse button.

3. Pull the gearshift selector toward you to downshift to reverse.

Driving in Reverse

Check that the area behind you is clear and continue to look backwards while you operate in reverse. Keep your speed low and do not back up for long distances.

Shifting Out of Reverse

SM6 Model

To shift out of reverse, hold in the clutch and lift the shift lever once to shift into first. You do not need to use the reverse button — it resets automatically.

SE6 Model

To shift out of reverse, stop vehicle and push on upshift selector quickly to shift into neutral and more longer to shift in first gear.

NOTE: To shift out of reverse into 1st gear, press the brake pedal and shift up.

Operation During Break-In

A break-in period of 1 000 km (600 mi) is required for the vehicle.

During the first 300 km (200 mi), avoid hard braking.

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WARNING

New brakes and tires do not operate at their maximum efficiency until their break-in is completed. Braking, steering and VSS performance may be reduced, so use extra caution. Brakes and tires take about 300 km (200 mi) of riding with frequent braking and steering to break-in. For riding with infrequent braking and steering, allow extra time to break-in the brakes and tires.

During the first 1 000 km (600 mi):

– Avoid full throttle acceleration. – Avoid prolonged riding maintaining

constant RPM.

– If the cooling fans operate continu-

ously during stop and go traffic, pull over and shut off the engine to let it cool off or speed up to let air cool off

the engine. After the break-in period, your vehicle should be inspected as per the

MAIN-

TENANCE SCHEDULE

Fueling

Fuel Requirements

NOTICE

Always use fresh gasoline. Gasoline will oxidize; the result is loss of octane, volatile compounds, and the production of gum and varnish deposits which can damage the fuel system.

Alcohol fuel blending varies by country and region. Your vehicle has been designed to operate using the recommended fuels, however, be aware of the following:

– Use of fuel containing alcohol above

the percentage specified by government regulations is not recommended and can result in the following problems in the fuel system components:

• Starting and operating difficulties.

• Deterioration of rubber or plastic parts.

• Corrosion of metal parts.

• Damage to internal engine parts.

– Inspect frequently for the presence

of fuel leaks or other fuel system abnormalities if you suspect the presence of alcohol in gasoline exceeds the current government regulations.

– Alcohol blended fuels attract and

hold moisture which may lead to fuel phase separation and can result in engine performance problems or engine damage.

Recommended Fuel

Use premium unleaded gasoline with an AKI (RON+MON)/2 octane rating of 91, or an RON octane rating of 95.

NOTICE

Never experiment with other fuels. Engine or fuel system damages may occur with the use of an inadequate fuel.

NOTICE

Do NOT use fuel from fuel pumps labeled E85.

Use of fuel labeled E15 is prohibited by U.S. EPA Regulations.

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Refueling Procedure

WARNING

Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. Follow the refueling procedure to reduce the risk of fire or explosion. See the

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

section.

To refuel the vehicle:

1. Park outdoors in a well ventilated area away from flames, sparks, anyone smoking and other sources of ignition.

2. Stop the engine.

3. Unlatch and lift seat (see

EQUIP-

MENT

). The fuel cap is located on

the left side.

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1. Fuel cap

4. Slowly rotate cap counterclockwise and remove it.

5. Fill the tank until the fuel level reaches the higher point of the filler tube.

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TYPICAL

1. Higher point of the filler tube

NOTE: Do not try to top off the fuel tank. Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.

6. Wipe up any spilled fuel. If fuel spills on you, wash with soap and water and change your clothes.

7. Put cap on and fully tighten clockwise until you hear a click. Never start or operate the engine with the fuel cap removed.

8. Close seat.

Adjusting Suspension

ACS Rear Suspension Adjustment (with Manual Adjustment)

The rear air suspension is pressurized for general operation. If the vehicle load changes (adding a passenger, riding with more cargo etc.) or if a softer or a harder setting is desired, the pressure 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 station) and a pressure gauge.

To soften suspension, reduce the air pressure and to harden suspension, increase air pressure.

NOTE: The following chart is a guideline only. You may adjust the pressure to your riding preference as long as you do not exceed the maximum allowed pressure.

NOTICE

Do not exceed the maximum allowed pressure. This might damage the air suspension.

MINIMUM PRESSURE 70 kPa / 10 Psi / 0.7 bar

(PASSENGER + CARGO) Kg / Lb

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Kg/Lb

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

45/100

90/200

115/250

LOAD

DRIVER

DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED PRESSURE BY 70 kPa / 10 Psi / 0.70 bar

380/55/3.80

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NOTE: When adjusting the pressure, do not put your weight on the vehicle and do not load cargo in the storage compartment.

The air spring is connected directly to an air hose with a schrader valve located under the seat.

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1. Schrader valve

To change the air pressure, proceed the same way as for setting the pressure in a tire.

When finished, ensure to reinstall cap on the valve.

ACS Rear Suspension Adjustment (with Automatic Adjustment)

Adjustment Guidelines

The rear suspension is calibrated for a general riding and will adjust automatically, using an integrated compressor, while riding to maintain this preset when the road conditions change or if the vehicle load changes (adding a passenger, riding with more cargo etc.).

NOTE: It is normal to hear pressure release 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.

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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 jack to be played through the audio system. The iPod mobile digital device can be partially controlled through the RECC.

The front USB port must be used to run the BRP Connect app. Refer to

GAUGE

section for complete informa-

tion. NOTE: An adapter (optional on some

models) is required to connect the audio player to the vehicle audio jack.

The USB port located inside the top case (on applicable models) is only used to charge a smartphone. No data is transferred through the rear USB port.

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1. USB port in rear top case

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INFORMATION

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

The main components of your vehicle (engine and frame) are identified by different serial numbers. It may sometimes become necessary to locate these numbers for warranty purposes or to trace your vehicle in the event of loss. These numbers are required by the authorized Can-Am roadster dealer to complete warranty claims properly. We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company.

Vehicle Identification Number

NOTE: VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) label may vary according to country.

North American Models

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.

DATE :

CURB WEIGHT / POIDS EN ORDRE DE MARCHE : kg ( lb )

GVWR/PNBV : kg ( lb )

GAWR/PNBE :FR/AV : kg ( lb )

RR/AR : kg ( lb )

CAN TYPE : TRI

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS (FMVSS) IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFAC TURE SHOWN ABOVE. U.S. TYPE : MOTORCYCLE

V.I.N. / N.I.V. :

ASSEMBLED IN / ASSEMBLÉ AU CANADA

MOD:

704904865

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VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL

1. VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

2. Model number

European Models

DATE :

TYPE : L5e

V.I.N. :

ASSEMBLED IN CANADA

MOD. :

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.

EU WVTA

dB (A) -

min - 1

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER LABEL

1. VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

2. Model number

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LOCATION OF VIN

1. Swing arm (VIN label)

2. Lower frame (VIN stamped on the right side)

Engine Identification Number

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TYPICAL

1. EIN (Engine Identification Number) location

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

EPA Compliance Label

BOMBARDIER PRODUITS RÉCRÉATIFS INC.

BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC.

VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

704904694

Engine Displacement

Engine Family

Permeation Family

Exhaust Emission

Control System

Idle Speed

Fuel

Cylindrée

Famille de moteur

Famille de perméation

Système de contrôle des émissions

Ralenti moteur

Essence

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA AND CALIFORNIA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO MODEL YEAR NEW MOTORCYCLES AND IS CERTIFIED TO AN HC+NOx EMISSION STANDARD OF GRAM/KILOMETER.

CE VÉHICULE EST CONFORME AUX RÈGLEMENTS DE L'EPA DES É.U. ET DE LA CALIFORNIE APPLICABLES AUX MOTOCYCLETTES NEUVES DE L'ANNÉE MODÈLE ET EST CERTIFIÉ À LA NORME D'ÉMISSIONS HC+NOx de GRAMME/KILOMÈTRE.

RENSEIGNEMENT SUR LE DISPOSITIF ANTIPOLLUTION

Evaporation Family

Famille d’évaporation

VACUUM HOSE ROUTING

EVAP CANISTER

TO OPEN AIR

FUEL TANK

INTAKE PLENUM

ENGINE FAMILY:

EVAPORATION FAMILY:

EVAP PURGE CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE

AIR FILTER

THIS , , MEETS U.S EPA NOISE EMISSION REQUIREMENTS OF dB (A) AT RPM BY THE FEDER AL TEST PROCEDURE. MODIFICATIONS WHICH CAUSE THIS MOTORCYCLE TO EXCEED FEDERAL NOISE STANDARDS ARE PROHIBITED BY FEDERAL LAW. SEE OPERATOR ’S GUIDE.

MOTORCYCLE NOISE EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

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TYPICAL - NORTH AMERICAN MODELS LOCATED UNDER THE SEAT

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NOISE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM REGULATION

Tampering with Noise Control System Is Prohibited!

U.S. Federal law and Canadian provincial laws may prohibit the following acts or the causing there of:

1. The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery 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 inoperative by any person.

Among those Acts Presumed to Constitute Tampering Are the Acts Listed Below:

1. Removal or alteration or the puncturing of the muffler or any engine component which conducts removal of engine exhaust gases.

2. Removal or alteration or the puncturing of any part of the intake system.

3. Replacing any moving parts of the vehicle or parts of the exhaust or intake system, with non-compliant part.

4. Lack of proper maintenance.

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RADIO FREQUENCY DIGITALLY ENCODED SECURITY SYSTEM (RF D.E.S.S. KEY)

This device complies with FCC Part 15 and Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IC: 11538A-246416 FCC ID: 2ABBF-246416

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RADIO FREQUENCY MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

IC: 22868 - VDIBRHS01 FCC ID: 2AMJS - VDIBRHS01 RF exposure:

1. The equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

2. This equipment must be installed and operated with a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons.

3. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL SPYDER RT

ENGINE

Engine type

ROTAX

1330 ACE, 4-stroke,

Dual Over Head Camshaft (DOHC), liquid cooled

Number of cylinders

Number of valves

Bore 84 mm (3.31 in)

Stroke 80 mm (3.15 in)

Displacement 1 330 cm³ (81.16 in³)

Compression ratio

12:1

Type Dry sump with separate oil tank and oil cooler

Engine BRP Rotax microglass fibre type, replaceable

Oil filter

Transmission/HCM BRP Rotax multi-layer surface filter, replaceable

Oil change with new engine filter

SM6 4.5 L (4.8 qt (U.S. liq.))

Oil change with new engine filter

4.7 L (5 qt (U.S. liq.))

Engine oil Capacity

Oil change with new engine and HCM filters

SE6

4.9 L (5.2 qt (U.S. liq.))

Lubrication

Recommended engine oil

XPS 4-STROKE SYNTH. BLEND OIL (P/N 293

600 121)

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

Wet, multi-plate, manual operation through a

hydraulic piston, vacuum assist

Fluid

SM6

DOT 4

Type

Hydraulic clutch + wet multi-plate clutch

automatically controlled by TCM

Clutch

Engagement

SE6

1100 RPM

Exhaust system

3 into 1 manifold, primary muffler with catalytic

converter, with secondary muffler

Air filter Paper element

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